There are some inns and bed and breakfasts that attempt to make you feel at home and then there are the ones that successfully make you feel at home. The Bella Luna Inn in Black Mountain, North Carolina is certainly one that falls into the ones that make you feel at home. My wife and I recently had the opportunity and privilege to stay at the Bella Luna.

Just blocks from the beautiful downtown area of Black Mountain, the Bella Luna immediately strikes your attention with its beautiful outdoor flowers, a recently added fountain and countryside exterior look. To be honest, I expected an older retired couple to greet us at the door, but was pleasantly surprised when the young Cynthia greeted us. That was one of many expectations that the Bella Luna positively surpassed.

Cynthia gave us the tour of the inn, which included a full run-down of things happening in Black Mountain and the Asheville area and a reminder of the complimentary wine that was available before we turned in for the evening. Our tour ended with us dropping our bags off in our room. My bed is one of the things I take the most pride in at our home and I expect the same when lodging and I wasn’t disappointed. The king-sized bed was huge and included a fluffy down comforter and several pillows, which is a huge plus for me. The  jacuzzi bath tub with jets was another pleasant surprise. Many inns I’ve stayed at have included a simple bath tub and/or shower, but the jacuzzi tub was so comfortable and big that it took two shower curtains to extend around it.

The other highlights of the room were on the other side of the bathroom. The first was the reading room, which included a couple high-backed chairs and an ottoman. Across from the reading room was the door to the adjoining room, which is great for coming with a big family or another couple. A luxury of that particular room was our own private outside door that led down to our car.

Before arriving at the inn, I had been forewarned about Cynthia’s unique and organic, yet amazing cooking. Although it wasn’t your typical breakfast at an inn, it was as good as any I’ve had. Our plate included Blackberry Ricotta Pancakes, thick bacon and white peaches.

Rates vary depending on the room, starting at $100 and going up to $200. Rooms include a jacuzzi bath tub, sitting and reading areas and some of the rooms include an enclosed porch. Rates include a gourmet breakfast and complimentary wine. The Bella Luna currently has a special going on where you receive 15% off your stay if you lodge for three nights.

Photos courtesy of Gretchen Howard.

Bella Luna Inn
99 Terry Estate Drive
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 664-9714