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The Historic Herren House

2.0 star property
Inn in Waynesville with free parking

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The Bowman Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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94 East St, Waynesville, NC, 28786
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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The Henry Room | Free WiFi

The Henry Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Mary Lu Room | Free WiFi

The Mary Lu Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Molly Room | Free WiFi

The Molly Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Lucille Room | Free WiFi

The Lucille Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Jessica Room | Free WiFi

The Jessica Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Bowman Room | Free WiFi

The Bowman Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Waynesville

The Historic Herren House places you within a 10-minute stroll of Shelton House and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts. This 6-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and express check-out.
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What's nearby

  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frog Level Brewing Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Historic Herren House

Inn in Waynesville with free parking
Guests staying at The Historic Herren House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Historic Herren House?

This inn in Waynesville is within a 10-minute walk of Shelton House, Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography. You'll also find Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Historic Herren House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Historic Herren House have a casino?

No, The Historic Herren House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Historic Herren House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Does The Historic Herren House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Historic Herren House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Historic Herren House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Historic Herren House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Historic Herren House.

Does The Historic Herren House have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Historic Herren House?

The closest major airport to The Historic Herren House is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is about 25.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Historic Herren House?

No, at The Historic Herren House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Historic Herren House Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Syretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice room wish there was more for food and stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful historical Inn! Great location for dinning and shopping downtown. The house does need several repairs outdoors and I’m need of severe pressure washing and deck cleaning and repainting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025