The Orchard Inn  

Perched in Saluda, this mountaintop bed & breakfast sits about 1 km from the town center and roughly 30 miles south of Asheville where the foothills meet the Blue Ridge. Nearby draws include Pearson's Falls, Judd's Peak Vineyard, Green River Adventures and Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery.

Set on 12 peaceful acres, the Inn greets you with an Antebellum-style porch and cozy rockers. Interiors feel open and airy with a great stone fireplace, period pieces and antiques, luxurious linens and garden views. Built in 1926 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it began life as a summer retreat.

There’s an on-site restaurant and bar, a spa center with a massage room, a fitness center and a quiet library. The property offers parking, concierge and a tour desk to book local adventures. Pets are welcome — this is a pet-friendly escape.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. Wedding services and on-site assistance help if you’re planning an event or group stay.

Enjoy on-site dining and a bar for evening drinks. The Inn offers fine-dining dinners Thursday through Saturday and a restaurant that serves guests nightly.