What’s brewing at the inn?

February 22, 2019

What’s better than a pint of fresh beer on a warm spring day or for that matter a cold and dreary winter day? (We’ve had more than enough of those this winter let me tell ya) Heck! Any day is a good day for beer!

Well, here at the Lion and the Rose we have come up with a solution. Fresh home brew on tap!

It all started around 5 years ago when I decided that if I was going to pay $13.00 for a 12 pack of good beer, I was going to brew the beer to my taste. Actually, that’s a bargain these days. But I digress… After doing some research online I found that I could brew my own beer. So began my journey into home brewing.

Since that time I have brewed many a bottle of beer. Since we are now living in Beer City USA, we felt it was time to share our beer with our guests. Asheville has named “Beer City USA” for several years now and boasts over 50 breweries in the area.  With New Belgium and other small local craft breweries such as Green Man and Hi Wire as inspiration, we purchased a single tap kegerator and proceeded to brew up a keg.

Fermenting nicely!

So we present to you The Lion and the Rose English Ale. It’s kind of a cross between a brown and amber ale but it is an English style brewed with British ingredients; Irish stout malts, fuggles, challenger and magnum hops then fermented with Nottingham yeast.

Daffy approved!

The result is a full bodied malt forward brew only slightly bitter with a touch of sweetness. Kinda sounds like a beer commercial… Anyway, we got to test it at a party the other night. It got the thumbs up from everyone who tried it. At least both growlers we brought were emptied.

So if you happen to be staying with us on Friday, March 1st we would be happy to offer you a complimentary pint for your drinking pleasure. Next on tap will be a Belgian wit beer. Keep an eye on our website for more details on the next opportunity to make your stay with us a beercation. You can also follow us on social media and/or sign up for our newsletter to keep up with our progress. Cheers!

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Top 10 Winter Activities in Asheville

By odysys_admin • December 15, 2025
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 less crowds. Explore Beer City USA The local craft brewing scene has exploded and Asheville has been voted Beer City USA four years in a row, Asheville takes extreme pride in being home to over 20 local craft brewers. Whether you take a Brews cruise or a DIY tour on the Asheville Ale Trail, a brewery hopping exploration is the perfect way to keep warm and enjoy a cold, winter weekend. Foodie Experiences Find out why Asheville ranks first in the South Atlantic region in the RewardExpert’s Best American Foodie Towns . With hundreds of restaurants and farm fresh eateries, you will not be disappointed by the choices of restaurants. Take a guided eating tour with a professional foodie to sample and taste some of Asheville’s best restaurants. Asheville Restaurant Weeks (January 20-26, 2026 and February 17-23, 2026) Try some new restaurants or revisit favorites. Get the lowest prices of the year, with a prix fix menu at $15-$35/person. With dozens of choices, there’s something for all appetites! Asheville has been touted by many as one of the top ten food and wine destinations in America. Hiking Less crowds means quieter hikes. It is a great time to hit the trails! Discover peace and solitude with expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on a cool, clear day. Dupont State Forest offers several hikes from easy to difficult. It is famous for being one of “The Hunger Games” film locations. Chimney Rock offers breathtaking views of the gorge after climbing up the chimney. Pisgah National Forest offers the opportunity of seeing a frozen waterfall at Daniel Ridge Falls. Sharpen your photography skills Choose a half-day or full-day photo tours with our friends, Chris & Bonnie at Asheville Photo Tours. Explore some of the most photogenic but lesser-known locations in the Blue Ridge and Asheville areas. Take an art class Tap into your creative side with some of the talented, local artists. Day and weekend workshops include oil painting, acrylics, watercolor, inks, bookbinding, and pottery. Live music Asheville has been called “One of America’s Greatest Music Cities”. There is a vibrant music scene with live music of all genres from bluegrass to rock. Experience some of the very best in live music and find out why The Orange Peel has been called the country’s premiere Live Music Hall and Concert Venue. The Orange Peel offers state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment rarely found in a club of its size. Other fun venues include The Grey Eagle and Asheville Music Hall. Pamper yourself There is nothing quite like a luxurious foot soak in a hand-hammered copper bowl. Enjoy a fragrant, rejuvenating, and moisturizing sole to soul experience at Wake Foot Sanctuary. A signature massage can be added on for an extra splurge. Indulge in a romantic getaway Snuggle up with your loved one next to one of our cozy fireplaces with a cup of hot chocolate or a glass of wine at The Lion and the Rose
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Haunted Asheville

By odysys_admin • October 30, 2025
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.
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