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The Historic Herren House

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A two-story house with a porch, a sign indicating it is a bed and breakfast, and an American flag.
A bedroom with a double bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a door marked with the number 2.
A room with a bed, a door, a painting, and a lamp.
A room with a white door labeled "Jessica," a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.
A white door with the number 5 and a nameplate reading "Molly".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 14•6 bedrooms•7 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waynesville Dog Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bowman

2 Single Beds

Henry

1 Queen Bed

Jessica

1 Queen Bed

Lucile

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Mary Lu

1 Queen Bed

Molly

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bowman

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Henry

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Jessica

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Lucile

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Mary Lu

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Molly

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Historic Herren House

The Herren House is a historic home built in 1897. This grand house, just 2 short blocks from Main St, provides a peaceful, spacious setting right in the heart of town. Each bedroom has a private en-suite bathroom. Central air & heat, Ceiling fan, WiFi.

Also enjoy the shared dining room with large dining table + Keurig coffee machine, living room + board games, additional bathrooms off the 1st floor entry hall, the back-garden courtyard, gazebo with dining table, & the wrap-around front porch.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2146796vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pisgah National Forest and Great Smoky Mountains National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Waynesville Recreation Center. Queen's Farm Stables and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shelton House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waynesville Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Frog Level Brewing Co. - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Herren House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Herren House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Herren House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Herren House located?

Located in the heart of Waynesville, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Shelton House, Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography. Waynesville Dog Park and Waynesville Recreation Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun times!

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Wedding

Great location and easy walk to downtown shopping and restaurants. Plenty of room for a large group and the inside was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Historic Home

This is our second year to stay here. We love this home and it’s convenience to all the dining and shopping on Main Street, which is a is walking distance. This is our home away from home!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waynesville 2023

We had a wonderful time at the Herren House. It met the needs of our children, spouses, and grandchildren very well. Nice to be so close to downtown Waynesville.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet home

The property is walking distance from the city; beautiful around Christmas time with very good privacy yet very homey. We like the industrial kitchen but love the historical home feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

destination wedding

My step son's wedding took place is the Blue ridge Mountains. We found this house as a great family "compound" during the weekend. It was convenient and gave each one of us private space while having a great room to get together at the end of each day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Unless you are familiar with a commercial kitchen…dine out. Downtown is full of great restaurants. House is just as described, no surprises. Good spot for a large group
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house close to town center

The house is perfect for our family. The bedroom and bathroom layout is ideal. It is a block from the center of town. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants with ease. We especially enjoyed the wrap around porch, it was so nice to sit outside with a cup of tea and enjoy the morning air. It is very close to so many places as well, Asheville, Pigeon Forge, and even Bukees!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our large family!

We've stayed here before in an individual room and rented the entire house this time for our family gathering. The host has always been quick to respond to questions and willing to help. It's a lovely house just a couple of blocks from the cute downtown. With 7 bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, plus a couple of extra bathrooms, it served us well. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

The house was nice and clean. Clawfoot tubes were a little bit of a problem getting in/out of. The big fridge that said for staff only had a bad smell to it. Somebody open the door and there was a large old salad in it. .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

My family and I enjoyed our Thanksgiving in Waynesville staying at the Herren House. There was enough room for all of us, each bedroom had a bathroom which was nice not having to share. Having no TV's we played games and enjoyed each others company. Location is great, a block from the town. The host was ready to answer all my questions if needed, check in was great. The kitchen needed some updating, we managed to cook Thanksgiving dinner but had to search for lot of things needed to cook.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Clean!

Second time for staying at Herren House. Perfect location, easy to walk to downtown Waynesville. Walked to Main St daily for shopping and great Orchard Coffee. Property super spacious and super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love This Historic House

This house worked great for our large family. Everyone had their own space and the common areas were large enough to hang out together. Easy access to downtown Waynesville and the surrounding areas. Did not expect a commercial kitchen and once we adjusted it worked for us. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Impressive accommodation located in the heart of town

We were very impressed with the property. Plenty of space for a large group of people. Every room has its own bathroom on-suite. The location is near the heart of downtown, with plenty of shopping, restaurants, breweries, and bars within walking distance. A nice private courtyard to relax in or a wonderful large wrap-around porch. Plenty of parking. Overall an excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent choice for family reunion

We held a family reunion in the Waynesville area (Cold Mountain). 9 of us stayed in the Herren House. This was an excellent place to stay and receive visits from other family members who lived in nearby North Carolina locations. The dining room and living room and porch provides excellent space for small group conversations and there was ample onsite parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Girls Weekend

There were 9 of us so we rented the entire house for our stay. We had access to the kitchen/fridge. Great location to walk to downtown. Would have enjoyed more porch furniture. There are no tvs in the home which forced us to talk to each other….a lost art :) We all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic Christmas town

Booked the whole house for New Years. We wanted to visit when town was still decorated for Christmas. Waynesville did not disappoint but house was not decorated for Christmas. House was comfortable for us. Location is absolutely perfect and within walking distance to downtown shopping, coffee shops and restaurants. Only issue we had was not crazy about all the lights and door locks on timers as we had 2 younger children and couldn't close doors without them locking. Kitchen is commercial and not matching any historical charm but usable. Even though it did not have as much Historical charm we were hoping for, it had exactly what we needed. I would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We were delighted with the Herron House! Our family was able to visit our loved ones comfortably and enjoy a Thanksgiving meal together. To be able to walk downtown and get to any place in Waynesville with ease was a plus! We filled up the house and felt like we had plenty of room. Thank you for prompt answers to each question and for making check-in a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat weekend with friends

The house is at ideal location for people who wants to be close to downtown ,house has large porch for just sitting and visiting with friends ,we took extra chairs with us that allowed all of us to be able to do this ,house has large dinner table that allowed us to eat together and play cards and games later in the evening . House was clean and we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rodney Conard`

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Why they chose this property

Enjoy the shared dining room with large dining table + Keurig coffee machine, living room + board games, additional bathrooms off the 1st floor entry hall, the back-garden courtyard, gazebo with dining table, & the wrap-around front porch.
All within a short walk to downtown Waynesville, NC.

What makes this property unique

A historic 1897 home, this grand house provides a peaceful setting in the heart of Downtown Waynesville NC.

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