A Carolina mountain escape pairs outdoor wonder with utmost comfort, encapsulating luxury, adventure, and traditional Southern hospitality.
Whether you unwind indoors by a stone hearth or explore the natural wonders all around, it doesn’t take long to realize a trip to Old Edwards Inn & Spa can be almost anything you want it to be. Located on the southern plateau of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Old-World refuge sits in the heart of lively Highlands, North Carolina.
Although built in 1878, the original red brick structure has been enhanced with modern amenities that create an opulent feel in an idyllic mountain setting. Owners Art and Angela Williams have added a spa, wellness center, and heated mineral pools.
While it’s tempting to stay inside, don’t ignore the call of the mountains. At 4,118 feet, the inn’s environs thrive with hiking, biking, and horseback riding in nearby wooded forests. You can enjoy canoeing, fly fishing, and more on the area’s lakes and rivers.
While the town boasts a strong culinary scene, choices at the inn include lounges and alfresco bistros with panoramic mountain views. The signature restaurant, Madison’s, serves sophisticated seasonal dishes that draw from its southern Appalachian setting.
Old Edwards’ sense of hospitality is evident upon arrival at the inn. Guests are greeted with Champagne and then offered complimentary Dove ice cream bars in their room. “They are just one of the little extra indulgences that we like to treat our guests to,” says hotel manager, Jack Austin.
For information, visit oldedwardsinn.com.
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