Stay at The Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant in Lake Lure, NC. Dates into April.
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Historic mountain inn with onsite restaurant, spa, free breakfast, and mountain views
What You Get
- Stay for two in a mountain-view queen room or traditional king room, four in a two-bedroom cabin, or six in a three-bedroom cabin
- Dates into April 2017
Policies and Fees
- Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
- Cancellation policy: 4-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed.
Hotel at a Glance: The Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant
The wooden floor in the lobby of the historic Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant holds a notable distinction: Patrick Swayze danced on it in Dirty Dancing. Established in 1891 and fully renovated in 1997, the inn received the floor as a donation. The property has always had a Hollywood connection: Clark Gable, Mary Pickford, and Gloria Swanson were regular guests here at one time, and several silent movies were filmed onsite. Today, the beautifully restored building features an onsite spa, a huge stone patio out back, and luxe-rustic decor.
- Start your day with a complimentary hot breakfast.
- Take in the view: On the outdoor patio, you can see the Rocky Broad River, Hickory Nut Gorge, and Chimney Rock while you warm up next to a stone fireplace.
- Onsite restaurant: Dine on hickory nut grilled pork chops, local trout, and prince edward mussels.
- Hang out in the game room: You can shoot billiards or play board games while looking out over the mountains.
- In-room amenities: Plush bathrobes, Bose Wave radios, and free WiFi
Lake Lure, North Carolina: Mountain Country near Chimney Rock and Asheville
Set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake Lure might seem about as far from Hollywood as you can get. But this little mountain town has an impressive list of onscreen credits—The Last of the Mohicans, Firestarter, and Dirty Dancing were all filmed nearby. It’s not all that strange when you think about it. The area’s lush, towering mountains and dense forests make for a majestic background, whether you’re shooting a movie or taking a relaxing vacation.
The 1,500-acre Lake Lure, which National Geographic called “one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world,” attracts visitors year-round with its swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and boating opportunities. Overlooking the lake is Chimney Rock Park, where you can hike the trails or take an elevator ride up 26 stories to a mountaintop lookout point with sweeping views of the landscape. You’ll be less than a 30-minute drive from Asheville, an eclectic city with some of the most unique shops and restaurants in North Carolina.
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Other Details
Room Details
Mountain-View Queen Room
- One queen bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Traditional King Room
- One king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Two-Bedroom Cabin
- Two queen beds
- Standard occupancy: 4
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Three-Bedroom Cabin
- Two king beds and two twin beds
- Standard occupancy: 6
- Maximum occupancy: 6
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 3 p.m.–10 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: free
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property.
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are not available.
- Room upgrades: upgrades may be available by calling the property or at check-in for an additional cost.
Amenities
- Free breakfast
- Restaurant
- Outdoor fireplace
- Spa
- Mountain views
- Game room
- Complimentary WiFi
Getting There
- Nearest airport: Asheville Regional Airport (AVL; 25 mi)
- Distance to Asheville: about 25 miles
Need to know info
- Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
- 4-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
- No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
- Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
- No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
- Must be 21 or older to check in
- Credit card required at check-in
- Not valid with reward points.
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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