The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
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#10 of 22 B&Bs in Asheville
Location
4.9
Cleanliness
5.0
Service
4.9
Value
4.7
Travelers' Choice
The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast is a beautifully restored 1898 Queen Anne located in the historic Montford district, just three blocks from downtown Asheville, North Carolina and minutes from the Biltmore Estate. Each of the five guest rooms is uniquely furnished with antiques and period appointments. Four guest rooms include a queen bed and the Suite includes a king bed. All rooms include a private bath, two course gourmet breakfast, TV/DVD player, luxury soaps & linens, custom robes and free WiFi. Amenities include complimentary off street parking lot, a large wraparound porch, fire pit, beautiful gardens, a 24 hour guest pantry and warm hospitality.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Hiking
Patio
Couples massage
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Street parking
Wifi
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Massage
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
First aid kit
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
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Room features
Allergy-free room
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Seating area
Electric kettle
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Location
276 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-1660
The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Getting there
Car recommended
Grade: 48 out of 100
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What an awesome experience! Everything from the coffee waiting at my door every morning to the beauty and comfort of this early 1900’s house. Our hosts made our experience there a once in a lifetime happening!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded 2 weeks ago
Michael, thanks so much for the kind words and awesome review! It was a pleasure having you and Leslie stay with us. We are so glad that you enjoyed our amenities and hospitality :) We look forward to seeing you both again!
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Karen and Steve are amazing hosts!! Felt like home and coffee left at our front door every morning was really pretty awesome. Home cooked goodies left at our door in the afternoon was great! Nice quiet room, close to everything!! Highly recommend staying here, you will not be disappointed!!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thanks so much for the wonderful review, Gwen! We are so glad that you and Mark chose to spend your 20th anniversary with us! Y'all were awesome and we look forward to spoiling you again on your next visit :)
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What a wonderful time we had visiting Asheville and the surrounding area, made all the better because we stayed at the Lion and the Rose. We were in the CrIg-Toms suite… very comfortable and cozy! Loved having the gas fireplace, the little private terrace, and the seating areas in the suite. A bonus (because we booked 5 nights) was having our own mini beer keg in the room filled with Steve’s great home brew. Karen and Steve are terrific hosts… very approachable, upbeat, and eager to please or offer tourism advice and suggestions. They added immensely to our overall experience.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded 4 weeks ago
LouAnn, thanks so much for taking the time to post this wonderful review! We are so happy that you had a great stay and that you were able to see our unbelievable Halloween. We enjoyed sharing tips and recommendations with you and Mike. I could talk travel and activities all day, especially with great guests :) Glad to hear that the in room beer keg was a bonus treat. We really think it's a fun amenity and we love brewing beer and sharing it with guests. Hope to see y'all again!
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My husband and I chose The Lion and the Rose B&B to celebrate our anniversary in Asheville, NC. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this B&B to others. Karen and Steve are very gracious hosts and eager to make your stay pleasant. They delivered coffee to our room each morning which was very much appreciated and they served a delicious breakfast each morning also. They offered recommendations for restaurants and hiking which was very helpful. We stayed in the Craig Tom's Room on the 3rd floor. It is a large room and has a separate bedroom with a king bed and a sitting area with two very comfortable chairs and a TV. This was the perfect room for us. We would definitely stay here again!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Oct 14, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind words and taking the time to leave this wonderful review! Steve and I are so glad that y'all had a great anniversary and stay. We loved sharing restaurant recommendations but especially hiking recommendations, one of our favorite hobbies :) We look forward to welcoming you back home next time you visit Asheville!
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My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Lion and The Rose. Karen and Steve were were wonderful hosts. We came to see The GooGoo Dolls in concert nearby and we ended up riding with them to and from the concert. All their hiking and restaurant recommendations were spot on!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Oct 5, 2023
Kelly, thanks so much for the wonderful review and kind words. It was great going to the concert with you and Chad. We enjoyed the good conversations and good company :) We look forward to seeing y'all again!
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Steve and Karen were incredibly kind + thoughtful and took such good care of me as a solo traveler! Room was clean and beautifully decorated. Breakfast was delicious and the porch was the perfect place to sit, relax, and plan out my Asheville stay. Awesome location, just 5 minutes from downtown Asheville.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Sep 19, 2023
Sarah, thanks so much for the kind words. We appreciate you taking the time to leave this wonderful review. Steve and I are so glad that you had a great stay and that you felt at home. The front porch is my favorite relaxing spot :) Good luck with everything and hope to see you again!
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2nd time staying here this year! I brought my 2 daughters before college starts back up. We stayed this time in Craig Tom's Suite on the 3rd floor and it was wonderful! Bed super comfy! Coffee service every morning at your door, yummy breakfast & delicious afternoon cookies/brownies!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Aug 28, 2023
Christine, thanks so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. It was so nice seeing you again. We are so glad you had a great mother-daughters getaway. Y'all were such a pleasure :) We look forward to welcoming you back home again!
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Beautiful property conveniently located and very nice hosts. Nice to enjoy breakfast with others and share experiences before heading out for the day. A great choice if you’re a first time visitor to the area.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Aug 11, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to post this wonderful review, Michael. We are so glad that you and Debra had a great stay! It was our pleasure having y'all stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you both back home next time you visit Asheville :)
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Great breakfast, great house close to everything. Great stay! Had breakfast, got to early around town, so nice you just stay twice. Had the greatest experience of just getting away for the weekend, needs are nice and comfy!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Jul 18, 2023
Derek, thanks so much for this great review! We enjoyed the good conversations and laughs and we look forward to seeing y'all next time you need a getaway :)
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My wife and I stayed at the Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast on June 23-24th. We stayed in the Margaret-Grace Room. This was our second stay at the Lion and the Rose. Highlights are the close proximity to downtown Asheville, the great breakfasts and a chance to sample their homemade beer! The room was nice and decorated in the Victorian style of the house.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Karen Wilson, Owner at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Responded Jul 18, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind words and wonderful review, Guy and Bernice! It was great seeing y'all again and we'll have another beer for you to try on your next visit :)
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PRICE RANGE
$247 - $372 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesNorth CarolinaNorth Carolina MountainsAshevilleHistoric Montford
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include The Conundrum (0.7 miles), Asheville Pinball Museum (0.7 miles), and Basilica of Saint Lawrence (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a fireplace.
What food & drink options are available at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Nine Mile, Plant Vegan Restaurant, and Five Points.
Is The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.8 miles away from the center of Asheville.
Are there any historical sites close to The Lion and The Rose Bed and Breakfast?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Biltmore (4.4 miles), Grovewood Village (1.7 miles), and Thomas Wolfe Memorial (1.0 miles).