The Orchard Inn

Lovely wedding venue and very good formal meal. Beautiful setting.

My friend, Patty, and I did a get-​away to NC. I googled where to stay, and we decided to try The Orchard Inn. This was our first visit, and it TOTALLY exceeded any and all expectations. We stayed for 5 nights. It was the most perfect change of «pace and place.» We had a great cottage with fireplace and private porch over-​looking the apple orchards and mountains. The hiking was wonderful… it helped justify the exquisite gourmet breakfasts. We indulged ourselves with a special dinner at the Inn… unbelievably delicious. The staff were caring… the cleanliness was immaculate. The Innkeepers, Marc & Marianne Blazar, were as nice and hospitable and accommodating as could be… they genuinely are passionate about everything they do and how they do it… it is sooooo nice to see people dedicated to bringing joy to others. We will DEFINITELY RETURN, and we are RAVING FANS. My friend and I have traveled the world for the past 30 years and have stayed in some of the best places because our profession is working with the luxury segment of the hospitality industry, so we know and greatly appreciate quality, service, sincerity and authenticity. We were totally amazed and ever so pleased with EVERYTHING at The Orchard Inn. Many thanks to Marc and Marianne and their team for their passion to please. We would highly recommend The Orchard Inn to the discriminating traveler who knows and wants quality.

Very peaceful and relaxing weekend. The food and service were excellent. Christmas dinner was delicious and breakfast exceeded all expectations.

Awesome B&B, great views, great hosts, great food, nothing negative at all. I would highly recommend this place.

This is a fantastic B&B in a beautiful mountain setting in Saluda, NC. Honestly, I’m not a huge fan of B&Bs but I acquiesced to my other half who wanted to stay there. The property is quite beautiful, the owners are very warm and welcoming, and the food was exceptional. Just for clarification, we rented the dog-​friendly cottage and brought along our hound, who really enjoyed playing with the owners’ Boxer. The challenging aspects for me were no TV in the cottage and no internet service. There was internet service at the main house but the bandwidth was too limited for me to create a static IP and access my company’s VPN in order to do some work, and my company has a certain routine connectivity expectation. With that being said, If you are looking for a well-​managed and beautiful B&B with good access to interesting activities then Orchard Inn is one of the best that I have encountered. We will likely stay there again (I’ll just create Remote Desktop portal access with my office beforehand).

This inn was wonderful! We started here 1^st on our honeymoon road trip. The breakfast was brilliant! The inn was peaceful and held beautiful views and the rooms were super comfortable! Definitely a recommended stay for those looking for some peace in the mountains.

I just want to thank Marc and Marianne for a great dinner! It is always a great dinning experience, and Saturday evening was no exception. There were four of us there for my birthday, and of course Marc and Maryanne was apart of it as well. Maryanne prepared a wonderful meal for all, I started off with the Lobster Bisque then Wiener Schnitzel and potato salad which was awesome. We all share a little of each other’s entrée, the pork and beef tenderloin, as well as the Crab cakes were outstanding, everything from appetizers, to desserts was excellent, along with over the top service.
Thanks to Marc and Maryanne for helping making this a great birthday!

Mark and Marianne were excellent hosts. Meals were great

We decided to splurge on a romantic dinner in a beautiful setting! The Orchard Inn is absolutely beautiful as you drive up the driveway! So we knew we were off to a great start!
Once we entered, we immediately were greeted by Marc, the owner. Since we had arrived early, he suggested we get a glass of wine and partake in the complimentary appetizers. He showed us around the beautiful inn downstairs and after suggesting a delicious white and red wine for each of us, we relaxed on the veranda. The pics I attached are from there. The views are absolutely amazing and breathtaking!
Since they weren’t busy, we took our time and came inside after our 7:00 reservation. The prix fixe menu sounded delicious! I opted for the zucchini and basil soup while my husband ordered the cold cucumber soup. Both were delicious! We each received a mixed greens salad. Nothing special, but tasty!
Now for the entrees. .. I ordered the crab cakes with roasted vegetables and my husband got the lamb chops with roasted vegetables. Since I don’t eat meat but do eat seafood, the crab cakes were my only option. I do think a vegetarian pasta dish would’ve been great. I must admit I rarely order crab cakes as I don’t like those that have lots of fillers! However, these were full of crab and had a crispy breadcrumb crust. My only complaint is they had way too much tarragon in them! At first I couldn’t decide if it was cinnamon, nutmeg or tarragon as it seemed like it was competing with the crab flavor. My husband thought it was nutmeg but I decided tarragon. The chef/​owner came up at the end of our dinner and we asked what the «surprise» spice was in the crab cake. I won — it was tarragon! But we didn’t tell her it was overpowering.
My husband liked his lamb chops and the minty sauce. We each got desserts — berry pie and chocolate torte. Both were good, I’m just not a big sweets person. But I assure you both were eaten and enjoyed!
I highly recommend The Orchard Inn for a delicious romantic dinner! I wonder what the rooms look like there too!!!

What a find this place is. A delightful surprise to step into the restored cottage style building of days gone by. Quaint setting, good mountain view, relaxed, quiet feel. Only went for dinner– a limited pre fix menu with some nice creative flare to it. Only disappointment was the lack of organic /​free range meet. Beef was Angus but not organic. Butternut squash soup and delicate salad were delicious and beautifully presented but Crab cake entrée was a bit mediocre. Tiramisu was outstanding and service was very low key, non intrusive yet attentive. Espresso was not available in decaf.

Relaxing, peaceful location. great food, comfortable rooms and a large, welcoming lobby.
The innkeepers are friendly and helpful. Great views of the mountains. I especially enjoy sitting in the lobby and watching the sun rise. My wife enjoys the multitude of birds that feed just outside the large dining room windows.
Highly recommended.

We had a lovely time at the Orchard Inn in Saluda, NC. The owners were excellent hosts. They made us feel welcome without ever interrupting our privacy. The inn is handsome with a large central room where we felt comfortable hanging out and visiting. The front porch with its many rocking chairs is charming, as is the breakfast porch where we enjoyed views of the mountains in the distance. The breakfast offerings were ample and delicious. The garden and grounds are quite special and the bedrooms were simple, but very comfortable. We would highly recommend this inn.

Highly recommended relaxing destination in Saluda. The breakfast was one of the best I have ever had. The common areas both inside and outside were well put together, and the views were breathtaking. Also, I recommend the gorge zip lining adventure just a few miles away.

We live locally and have been going here for dinner for close to twenty years. Marc & Marianne are the newest owners and they have perfectly kept the fantastic ambiance, food, service and warmth going without missing a beat. We have had small dinners to family reunions to my Mother’s 90^th birthday here and we longer consider anywhere else for a special event.
The food is superb and beautifully presented. The trout is to die for. Everything is fresh and delicious. The service is always outstanding and friendly. When you arrive there are cheeses and fruit so come a little early to sit in the lobby, enjoy a glass of wine (they have a nice list) before dinner. During dinner enjoy the spectacular views and take your time as they never make you feel in a hurry.
If you are looking for a unique Carolina experience with fabulous food and warm hospitality look no further than the Orchard Inn!

We spent our wedding anniversary at the Orchard Inn and could not have picked a better spot. The inn sits atop a mountain with beautiful views to the east and south. The sunrise out of the window of our cozy bedroom was spectacular! Marc and Marianne make everyone feel right at home and Marianne’s meals are to die for! Whether you are coming for a night or a week, you will love The Orchard Inn.

We enjoyed a relaxing 2 night stay and were very impressed with the service, cleanliness, and the amazing gourmet breakfasts! The location is right in the heart of a quaint mountain town and is only a short drive up to Asheville and many other attractions. There are some modern amenaties, such as wifi and a large TV (downstairs), but the appeal for us was the chance to escape from the business of life and spend a few days of quiet relaxation in the mountains. Marc and Marianne provided just that at the Orchard Inn.

This is a fantastic bed and breakfast. 30 mins south of Asheville on I-​26 in Saluda, North Carolina.
It sits on top of a quiet mountain.
The main Inn has a 8 rooms. There are also 5 cottages.
Dinner is served a few nights a week and the food is delightful.
This is the place to get away from it all.
The Inn was originally built 1926 by Southern Railroad Brotherhood of Clerks.
Take a long weekend and head to Saluda.