I have to admit I was skeptical based on the internet only and some photos, but we were pleasantly…read moresurprised with an updated room with a hot shower & good pressure and a comfortable bed. There was a fire pit available but we did not start a fire. When the morning came, we were even more pleasantly surprised when they offered to cook us bacon-and-eggs, fruit, cereals AND homemade blueberry muffins that were amazing. They also went above and beyond by cooking eggs and bacon for our dog. The staff was very friendly and showed us around the property and made sure we were happy with our stay. We highly recommend giving them a try. You will not be disappointed.

Trip from Sapphire -- Cashiers -- Highlands over a long weekend ... the Brook Trout Inn was our…read morefirst accommodation along the way, and we couldn't have asked for more. (We'd never been to this area of NC so didn't quite know what to expect.) This place is directly off the main drag, and is run by a husband and wife with a small team to assist. Julie (the owner) was as sweet as pie, and each morning greeted us in the dining area, offering to prepare our bacon and eggs in any style. This was probably the best aspect of our stay. She was happy to talk with us endlessly, and quick to make an outline of all thing things we could do during our stay. The continental breakfast area was always available for guest use, we really loved that; we played hours of Uno there of an evening. The rooms, while small, are efficient and most importantly of all--*so* clean. We stayed in one of the "round house" buildings (I think there are only 2?) on the second level. Our deck was shared by the neighboring room, with whom we enjoyed chatting one evening on said deck. Our room was equipped with a mini-fridge. Soaps, towels, toilet paper, and everything you would expect in a standard hotel were provided. The walls are thin enough to hear our neighbors, however everyone seemed to be respectful, so it didn't bother us too much (there was a cute barky dog next to us, but her cuteness exceeded her barkiness). A note about the rooms being small - there are common spaces all around the property aplenty. So the room size didn't matter too much to us because our time spent there was basically for sleeping / showering. The main building, as already mentioned, has a great room / parlor area with fireplace for hanging out. There are chairs on the front porch, and even an outdoor firepit with a view of the neighboring mountain ridge (which we did not use). The size of the room was outdone by all of these added amenities, and there felt like a sense of community there. Do not let room size deter you from a stay. The property is close enough to the main road that you can hear traffic, but the noise was tolerable, and it was not constant. This did not bother us, and would not deter us from another stay here, ever. I fail to understand any review which is four stars or less, people will complain about everything. The accommodations were priced just right ... we stayed in high-season (July) and were quite pleased by what we paid. The Brook Trout Inn exceeded our expectations in every way. Go hike Gorges State Park! Then go to Whitewater Falls, during your stay!

We loved this charming Inn for many reasons: the room was large and extra clean, really comfortable…read morebed, gracious and fun hosts, a beautiful waterfall close by and close to lots of Brevard NC venues. But what made it outstanding was the incredible food at their restaurant. World class food at a quaint B&B? . Thanks for all your hard work, Richard and Anna. We will be back!

Our recent stay at the Key Falls Inn was an outstanding experience. Our room was spacious, quaint…read moreand comfortable. We opted for the breakfast, which was very reasonable for the quality, and very much enjoyed it. The restaurant in the Pavilion on the grounds of the estate was outstanding. It is nestled in the beautifully maintained grounds and our meals were exquisite. The live music in the restaurant was amazing. This Brevard area B&B is one of our favorites and we will be back. Thanks to owners, Richard and Ana, for the hospitality and giving us such personal attention.

Unbelievable get back to our room this afternoon and our Memento Bottle of 2015 Frank Family Brut…read moreRose that we opened at dinner last night celebrating our son's graduation is gone! I have been saving that bottle just for my son's graduation from Clemson Honors College since 2018!! I left it by my suitcase in the main bedroom in our suite and it is gone, why would the cleaning staff take something and throw it away that is no where close to a trash can?! To make matters worse I go down to the front desk and the front desk staff tells me I'm sorry they have already taken the trash to the dumpster!! Wow!! Terrible customer service all around! I believe this is the last time we will stay here thanks for ruining a great celebration!!

We loved this hotel. It had an upscale feel without an upscale cost. The bathroom had both a…read moresoaking tub and a shower. We stayed after a Clemson event. It's a close drive once you're on Perimeter Dr. They're building a nice little community in this area with a growing set of options to walk to for eating, etc.

My husband had business in Atlanta and we decided to add on a few more days. After searching hours…read moreon the internet I came across Innisfree Inn,. It had a 4 Star rating with AAA and it looked beautiful so I made the reservation. We were looking for a place to relax, do some hiking and look at nature and that is exactly what we got and more. When we got there Henry and Clare, who own this beautiful Bed and Breakfast, made us feel welcomed immediately. The grounds and the B & B are breathtaking. We stayed in the Lord Tenneyson Room. The lake nearby is Lake Glenviille which is incredible. They had a champayne cruise on the the lake and the next day evening drinks. They also served a full breakfast daily in the room. Clare and Henry gave us a map of hiking trails. They recommended Rainbow Falls and Whitewater Falls. Great hikes and even better scenery. This facility is well worth the 4 stars. Their service is just as good as any 5 star resort. It is romantic and well worth the trip.

My husband and I stayed at the Innisfree back in October of 2017. I was five months pregnant and am…read moregoing to blame pregnancy brain on my late review(due any day now). So the inn is a gorgeous property and the fall air made everything so crisp and beautiful. Claire and Henry welcomed us so warmly and made everything special. They were so kind to upgrade us to the Emily Bronte Suite that we loved! The room was warm and cozy, I loved the bathroom!! Lol. My husband really enjoyed that they brought breakfast to our room. He had never stayed in a place that did that for guests. It was always delicious and got us ready for a day of exploration. We went to the hospitality hour almost every day. Claire and my husband talked about craft beers and she was such a sweetheart to remember what kind of beers he enjoyed and had them at the next days hospitality hour. We took all of Claire and Henry's recommendations on things to do and good places to eat. Which included; the Champagne Cruise (lots of fun, Claire brought those delicious crackers she makes) different waterfalls to go see, and going to see the Biltmore in Asheville. Long story short we loved this bed and breakfast and if given the opportunity we would gladly go back. Thank you Claire and Henry!

When elite hospitality meets a real mission, places emerge like The Shepherd Hotel. If you are…read moreintentional about how and where you spend your time & money, then this is where you need to stay. Beautiful design work throughout. A welcoming and cool vibe. Comfortable and well appointed rooms. Central to everything Clemson offers. Don't miss Delish Sisters restaurant on the first floor...it's equal in every way to the hotel. Most importantly are the incredible people that make this place run so smoothly. I could go on and on about Tanner and Frankie, but literally everyone we met brought the same genuine care for making our stay special. A special shout out to Cobi who held down the night operations on a particularity busy evening. His contagious energy and leadership were refreshing. Can't wait to come back!

The Shephard is our favorite place to stay while visiting our kids at Clemson. It is so clean, the…read morestaff is amazing and it has one of the most comfortable beds around! Love the 3rd floor Thomas Bar and love that you can access the rooftop. The location is key! You can walk to anything on campus and it is in the heart of downtown. My #1 choice every time!

We were a party of 6 for the Thanksgiving dinner 2025. With new owners as of three or so months…read morepreviously, this was my LAST dining experience here. It was a buffet style meal. I expected turkey but they only served small thin slices of turkey breast (with giblet gravy - no traditional gravy available) and some kind of baked ham (mostly in chunky pieces) in a cabbage broth (a dish of sweet dark looking sauce available). The appetizer/salad/soup options: big bowl of mostly frissee lettuce w/ grape tomatoes, shaved carrots with a gross thick sauce of balsamic vinaigrette. There were trays of: baked root veggies, sweet potato pone, mashed potatoes and mac & cheese. The rolls were industrial like (white rolls out of a bag) not the homemade fresh baked breads I've had here before. There were bowls of Smoked CHOPPED salmon (why would anyone chop up smoked salmon?) and trout with a tzatziki sauce (not a dip) was not what one would expect. The best part of the whole meal was the butternut squash bisque. The dessert option that I chose was a small wedge of flour chocolate ganache torte. It was dry and the topping was very thin. There was fresh made whipped cream but the buffet table (overall) was not well maintained. The table service was subpar. We had plates sitting on our table for long periods of time and would have liked to have more visits by the waitress for more pours of coffee. The wine selection is not what it used to be. My Oregon Pinot Gris was served in a stumpy Chardonnay glass (ugh). For the price of this meal....we should have been treated right and fed a phenomenal holiday meal. My father and mother had experienced at least two Thanksgiving meals at Glen-Ella in recent years and raved about how good it was, which was why he shelled out the money to take me and invite friends to eat there this past Thanksgiving. The worst part was the response of the wife (Michelle) of the husband/wife owners who replied to my email whereby I described the above meal/service and the excuses I got, contradicting statements I made as if she was there and witnessed what me, my dad and our fellow diners experienced, giving excuses for such poor service and food selections. She did say the next time we return to let her know. We're not going to risk another poor and expensive experience. WE WILL NEVER RETURN. Update.....it doesn't surprise me that Michelle replied the way she did to my review. I can tell you that most people who are disappointed with food/service do NOT write reviews either on Yelp! or other review sites. But you, as a discerning buyer, can look at other reviews and see when things change for the better or worse. Buyer beware.

Had the lamb chops. Perfectly prepared! Atmosphere of the 100+ year old lodge only complemented the…read moreexperience. Highly recommended.

Update; had to stay here again, the alternatives in Franklin are even worse. The price this time…read morewas over $200, the same price we just paid at Holiday Inn Express in Park City, Utah...Franklin, NC is no Park City. this hotel is the crappiest hotel I've ever stayed in for $200+. Genuinely dated. When my wife asked why it was so expensive, the desk clerk replied, "People can beg all they want, we're going to charge whatever we feel like". The attitude is also genuinely dated!

This hotel is really nice. Everything was very clean, breakfast was good, the rate was decent and…read morewe were happy overall.

Wonderful front desk staff, B was so kind and helpful during our stay. The hotel, indoor pool and…read moregym was clean and kept up with. The rooms are spacious and well maintained.

Great staff and welcoming! I stay at alot of Hampton Inns but this time I was a lil disappointed…read more Again, staff was great but my room was very dirty. And no I didn't complain, I just cleaned it myself. The counter areas where the tv and desk are were not wiped down and cleaned at all. Sticky drink rings in 3 different areas. Counters themselves were sticky, crumbs on the counter and on the floor. Floor was not vacuumed at all. Even the hallway to going to my room was dirty and not vacuumed. Finger prints all over the windows. It was disappointing to see but I gave 4 stars because the staff was so friendly and I usually always have a great experience at all Hiltons

We ventured to Clayton for the first time and chose Bridge Creek Inn due to it's proximity to the…read moremain drag and expected colder weather so opted for reservations downstairs that night. We reserved one of the king's and the room was huge! We almost didn't leave. Short and non-windy road from Greenville SC and so worth it. Very reasonable pricing and loads of stores and restaurants nearby to explore. Will definitely be back!!

Stayed night b4 a Chatooga raft trip. Has nice restaurant 4 dinner. Grabbed breakfast @ 24 hr…read more lobby "cafe" b4 leaving to raft. Clayton has a "cute" downtown. All in all, a good spot for laying out heads before our NOC raft trip about 20 min. away.

"Our only regret is that we booked just one night!"…read more We've stayed at several B&Bs, and The Red Horse Inn ranks among the very best. Every detail was exceptional--from the thoughtful touches in the room to the breathtaking scenery. We're already looking for an excuse to return to South Carolina so we can spend more time here. This stay was part of a planned road trip through North and South Carolina, and the experience began well before we arrived. In the weeks leading up to our visit, Christian reached out multiple times to confirm our preferences and arrival details. It was such a thoughtful touch and made us feel genuinely welcomed, like our stay truly mattered. The arrival and check-in instructions were clear, warm, and inviting--more like being welcomed as guests than customers. The drive in sets the tone beautifully, winding through the rolling hills of northwest South Carolina, past lush forests and open pastures. Eventually, you arrive at an unassuming gate off the road, leading past a small pond and into the woods. A short drive up a gravel road brings you to the main inn. The building houses four guest rooms along with common spaces used during their wine bar events. There are also several private cottages on the property, which we didn't explore--but after this stay, they're definitely on our radar for next time. We stayed in the Gable Room, located up a flight of stairs with its own private ground-level entrance. A personalized note greeted us at the door, and inside, a beautifully arranged welcome letter awaited us on the bed, surrounded by rose petals--an elegant and memorable touch. The room itself was stunning. Our favorite details included the lace-draped bed, the cozy gas fireplace, the relaxing jetted tub, and the incredible balcony view. It truly felt like every possible need had been anticipated--from plush robes to well-stocked kitchenette supplies, even down to small, thoughtful items like bandages by the sink - just in case. And the bed--absolutely incredible. The memory foam mattress and feather pillows made for one of the best nights of sleep of the trip. Waking up to a sunrise over the pasture, with horses grazing against a mountain backdrop, was nothing short of magical. We spent the morning on the balcony, setting up the chairs and tray tables to enjoy coffee in the early sun. It was completely peaceful--just the sounds of birds, a few wild turkeys, and the occasional soft chuff from the horses. We were genuinely disappointed to be leaving after just one night. Throughout the rest of our trip--and even now--we keep talking about how much we wish we had stayed two or three nights instead. If there's one small area for improvement, it would be the Wi-Fi. The signal in our room was a bit weak, and the streaming-only TV had trouble connecting. That said, in a place like this, you may find you don't miss it at all. It didn't detract from our experience, and certainly not enough to impact our rating. Overall, a 10/10 experience. We even had the pleasure of meeting Christian, Allison, and Griffin on our way out--they are an absolutely charming family. Thank you for an unforgettable stay. We can't wait to return. PS- Happy Birthday Allison, and a very Happy Anniversary to you both!

Best small Inn in upstate SC. Very private. Gorgeous setting. Tyron, Landrum, wineries, art…read moregalleries, trails, waterfalls, good restaurants, beautiful scenery. Cabins are very well appointed, tasteful, comfortable. Inn wine bar has best view in SC. Christian is owner/manager. Very well run, quiet, relaxing and first class all the way.