At several North Carolina wineries, the enjoyment doesn’t stop when the tasting room closes. More and more wineries now feature unique overnight accommodations options to extend the great grape experience.
The Mountains
Inn on Biltmore EstateAsheville
The Inn on Biltmore Estate offers you a unique ticket to a luxurious Vanderbilt-like stay at Biltmore’s 8,000-acre estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Inn consistently ranks as one of the world’s best hotels and you can enjoy a variety of experiences, including the exclusive Land Rover Experience Driving School, horseback riding, fly fishing, shooting clays, biking, river float trips, indulgent spa services, and gourmet dining. Other highlights of a stay include a tour of the 250-room Biltmore house, historic gardens, and Antler Hill Village. Biltmore Winery offers complimentary wine tastings and guided tours to learn about the art and science of winemaking. Or you can stay in the historic Cottage on Biltmore Estate, a two-bedroom, two-bath home complete with your own personal butler and chef.
Banner Elk Winery & Villa
Banner Elk
Situated in the High Country, Banner Elk Winery & Villa is a luxury bed-and-breakfast one mile from the town of Banner Elk. With names like Zinfandel Suite and Seyval Blanc Suite, the Tuscan-inspired Villa features eight unique suites, with king- or queen-sized beds, fine linens, plush robes, free Wi-Fi, Jacuzzi tubs and beautiful mountain views. Two of the suites have gas fireplaces. Guests of The Villa also enjoy a gourmet breakfast and free wine tasting, as well as the availability of soothing spa services and in-room massages.
The Piedmont
Childress VineyardsLexington
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites at Childress Vineyards furthers NASCAR legend Richard Childress’s passion for the good life. Located next to the winery and offering rooms that overlook the vineyards, the hotel offers premium amenities and services, including a heated indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary breakfast bar (including the legendary cinnamon rolls).
Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery
State Road
The historic Klondike Cabins at Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery near Elkin feature cabin experiences paired with Grassy Creek’s Yadkin Valley wines. The large main log cabin has four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, large entertainment and dining areas, full kitchen, antiques and artwork, a covered porch overlooking the lake and the lake, and more. Playhouse and Hanes log cabins come as two-bedroom and two-bath duplexes, with a game room replete with pool table, bar, TV, and stereo. Satellite TV is available throughout the cabin complex.
RagApple Lassie Vineyards
Boonville
Hobson House guest cottage at RagApple Lassie Vineyards features a front porch overlooking the vineyards and much more. Built in 1931 by the father of RagApple’s owner, Frank Hobson, the three-bedroom bungalow-style house features an eclectic mix of furnishings and lots of family memorabilia. There’s a living room, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, two full baths, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and several patios and porches. You will feel truly welcomed upon arrival with a bottle of RagApple’s award-winning Yadkin Valley wine and an appetizer of cheese and crackers.
Shelton Vineyards
Dobson
The Hampton Inn and Suites at Shelton Vineyards is the only hotel in the well-respected chain that features a wine bar. Conveniently situated up the road from the vineyard, the hotel features a variety of room options (including whirlpool suites), complimentary breakfast, meeting space, free high-speed internet access, and the very popular wine bar, open every evening.
Treehouse Vineyards
Monroe
Treehouse Vineyards, 25 minutes southeast of Charlotte, is aptly named for treehouses adjoining the property. Papa’s Dream Treehouse is the perfect getaway for two in a secluded setting overlooking the vineyards. Amenities include a queen-sized bed in the loft, kitchenette, sitting area, bathroom with shower, a deck with a grill, a tasting for two of Treehouse’s muscadine wines, plus two souvenir glasses. Treehouse Vineyards also features the rustic Date Nite Treehouse, which can be rented for an afternoon or evening to enjoy views from the porch 30 feet in the air.
The Coast
The Country SquireWarsaw
Located between the historic Duplin County towns of Warsaw and Kenansville, The Country Squire Restaurant, Winery and Vintage Inn features two types of accommodations options. The Vintage Inn offers 12 motel rooms with bucolic views of the grounds and vineyard, while the Guest House features four charming rooms with private baths and furnished with antiques and Scottish tartan themes. The Country Squire operation is family-owned and –operated and has been serving guests for more than 50 years.
Lynn and Cele Seldon
from- http://www.visitnc.com/story/overnight-winery-stays
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