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Biltmore Estate There is never a bad time to visit the iconic Biltmore Estate but winter brings a yuletide oasis.  Now through January 4, 2026,  you can experience the beauty of thousands of lights, over 100 Christmas trees, fragrant wreaths, and sparkling garland. The winter season of January through March also brings lower prices and …
Helen's Bridge
We are lucky to have great friends that grew up in Asheville. They have told us about some interesting local hauntings and strange experiences. With Halloween around the corner, we thought this was the right time to share some of these ghost stories and legends of paranormal activity. Helen's Bridge The most haunted place in …
The Lion and the Rose Loyalty Rewards Program
In just under two weeks, Steve and I will be celebrating our seventh inniversary here at The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast. Where has the time gone? We've been through a pandemic and a hurricane and luckily, we are happy to still be here doing what we love. We feel privileged to be …
20 Must Do Fall Activities in Asheville With summer winding down, the time for Fall is upon us. Fall in the mountains not only brings beautiful color but also cooler temperatures and fun activities including history, the arts, music, food, libations, the outdoors, and the spooky season. These are our 20 Must Do Fall Activities …
Rediscover Asheville
We are perplexed by the number of people who still think Asheville is not accessible or not open for business. Let's set the record straight and make it clear that Asheville is open and welcoming visitors. All roads into and out of Asheville are open. The Asheville airport (AVL) is open with a new concourse …