Description
Circa 1859. Respectfully restored, this manor house is an antebellum treasure that sits in a rural park-like setting on 13 secluded acres with historic red cedar and white oak trees and an orchard with 22 mature pecan trees. Relax on a white rocker on the front porch with afternoon tea. Period antiques are tastefully mixed with modern reproductions for a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Stay in an air-conditioned guest bedroom with a fireplace and down comforter. Two rooms on the first floor feature whirlpool tubs. Linger over a candlelight breakfast in the formal dining room. The bed and breakfast is conveniently located between two popular lakes, Kerr Lake and Lake Gaston.Publicity and Awards: Country magazine (September, 2006), "Our State" and "North Carolina Weekend" on UNC Public Television.Location: Country.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $175 to $225
Payment types accepted include Visa, Personal Checks, American Express, Master Card and Cash.
Rooms: This property has 6 total guest accommodations, 5 with private bath, 2 with whirlpools.
The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and Double.
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Policies
Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises and No pets.
Smoking: Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Snacks/Refreshments and Breakfast.
Types of meals: Sunday Brunch, Snacks/Refreshments, Restaurant off Premises, Picnic Lunches, Lunch, Hors d'oeuvres, Gourmet Dinner, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Full Breakfast, Early Coffee/Tea, Dinner, Country Breakfast, Catering Service, Brunch and Private dinner available with advance reservations.
Amenities In Room: Wireless Internet Access, Television, Telephone, Refrigerator, Reading Lamps, Modem Hook-Up, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Fireplace, Clock Radio, Central Air, Bath Amenities, Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fans, Cable TV, First-floor suites with whirlpool tub and All have wireless Internet access.
Amenities On Site: Television, Phone, Parlor Games, Fireplace, Fax and Copy Machine.
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Activities
Events Hosted: Weddings and Romantic Getaways.
Other Activities: Shopping (Local Crafts), Parks, Live Theater, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Golf, Fishing, Canoeing/Kayaking and Antiquing.
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Historic Interest
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places as the John Watson House after its original owner. In 1855, Jacob Holt, a local master carpenter, was commissiond to expand the two bay Federal farm house to its current Greek Italianate form.
Historic Awards: National Register (Granted).
Historic sites nearby: burial site of Anne Carter Lee, daughter of Rober E. Lee (3 miles)
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Romantic Interest
 Secluded location on 13 acres for your privacy. Antibellum setting with out buildings and renovated Carriage House for wedding receptions.
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