This beautiful 1898 pink lady in the Montford historic district near downtown Asheville is uniquely decorated with antiques, period-style furnishings and Persian rugs. The high ceilings, four fireplaces, original golden oak and stained glass create a stunning environment. 5 rooms, $159-249, private baths, gourmet breakfast, free Wi-Fi, complimentary lighted off street parking, cable TV/DVD players, 24-hour guest pantry with snacks and soft drinks, luxury linens and soaps, custom robes.

The inn is nested in a lush park-like setting with a terraced lawn, private gardens, large wraparound porch and backyard fire pit. Four blocks to downtown Asheville, short drive to Biltmore and Blue Ridge Parkway.