Name: Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast
Address: 958 W. Buffalo Rd., West Jefferson, North Carolina, United States of America, West Jefferson, North Carolina, US
Price range: $155–$219 per night
Rating: 9.36

What guests think

At Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast, guests consistently praise the historic charm, serene rural setting, and standout sit-down breakfast, while noting the fixed 8:30 a.m. schedule and limited menu can feel restrictive for early risers or specific dietary needs.

Hosts are widely described as friendly and accommodating, and cleanliness throughout the inn is frequently highlighted. Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet with character, though a few reviews mention issues with air-conditioning noise or nighttime availability. Facilities like the front porch and lawn are appreciated, but a couple guests suggested improving the walkway or lighting from parking, and coffee access before breakfast could be clearer. Expect a peaceful, character-filled stay with a communal, scheduled breakfast.

Facilities

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Service

Location

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Facilities

The front porch and lawn are appreciated. A couple reviews suggested improving the walkway or lighting from parking, and noted confusion around using the Keurig/coffee before breakfast.

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10

James

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a wonderful place to enjoy the fall leaves and the local hospitality. Breakfast was great and there were snacks and drinks for the evening. The host did a wonderful job. We highly recommend it.

10

Stacey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful house with amazing history! We sat on the peaceful front porch for hours. Breakfast was delicious, beds were comfortable, and the hosts were excellent. Very cool experience!

8

Helen

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quiet stay. Good parking area. Breakfast is prix fixe and I would love to have had an option for a biscuit or toasted bread. Breakfast was delicious and of gourmet quality. I noticed that there were no tea bags available on the beverage table, but there was a Keurig with a tea selection.

8

Melony

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast on Saturday was not hot. Need a sidewalk or stepping stones from parking area to front door to avoid walking in grass and mud. Expected daily house keeping with fresh towels. Need more hooks in bathroom for hanging towels if not enough will be provided for the entire stay. Towels were rough, not plush & soft. Also, more hooks in the room to hang clothing Vs the 4 in our room. Owners were kind & pleasant and obviously want guests to feel welcome.

10

Melinda

Nov 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The history of the property and the book detailing where I learned about it. The owners, Paps and Susan are very friendly. The homemade breakfast was treat. Only thing I'd suggest is a motion sensitive walkway to the front door, I fumbled in the dark (gets dark early in November) on the tree roots and other things. Not enough to discourage me from recommending the Buffalo Tavern to other family and friends.

10

James

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location! A bit out of town, but easy access and lots of dining options in town, and they served a great breakfast! Magnificent front porch and lawn! Would gladly stay there again!

10

Chris

Dec 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely amazing!! Will be going back and staying again. There’s not one bad or negative thing I can say. First we were greeted with by our two amazing inn keepers. The inn was absolutely decorated perfect such details & so inviting plus cozy. Hot cocoa bar was the best ever. Secret recipe yummy. Our room was was so beautiful, comfortable and perfect. No detail left undone. Breakfast was amazing and my hats off to the chef as his skills melted on our mouths. I would rate our stay 10 out of 5…if you get a chance do not pass up staying & I promise you won’t regret it.

10

Robert

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly Innkeepers, nice facilities and great breakfasts. We will definitely go back.

8

Simone

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you don't mind enforced breakfast with the other guests at 8:30, then this place was great. No coffee available until 8:30, and only once one sat down for breakfast at the table for eight. They said the Keurig was for all to use anytime, but they provided no mugs. So maybe bring your own mug? Also there was no choice for breakfast so as a vegetarian, it was a bit tough.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is consistently praised, with many guests calling rooms and common areas very clean or immaculate.

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10

Mark

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful little overnight stay at the Tavern. Clean, soaker tub was very comfortable after a long day of hiking.

10

Cynthia

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owners were so sweet and the inn is so quaint. The room was very clean and organized. The breakfast was out of this world, as well as everything else. Definitely would stay there again.

10

Michelle

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful serene, immaculately, clean, friendly. I can’t wait to come back!

8

Carol

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quite. too far from town. clean big room

10

Samuel

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A quaint B&B that was what I wanted, clean and quiet. Breakfast was fabulous

10

Sydney

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place is amazing. Great service, very clean. The owners are so nice and do everything with a love touch.

10

Steve

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic property convenient to West Jefferson and Boone, NC. Clean. Nice room. Excellent breakfast.

10

Rayford

Dec 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean place to stay. Breakfast was delicious.

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Rooms

Rooms are characterful, generally comfortable and quiet. A few guests reported air-conditioning issues (noise or nighttime availability).

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10

Mark

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful little overnight stay at the Tavern. Clean, soaker tub was very comfortable after a long day of hiking.

10

Stacey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful house with amazing history! We sat on the peaceful front porch for hours. Breakfast was delicious, beds were comfortable, and the hosts were excellent. Very cool experience!

10

James

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Charming and comfortable older home. Friendly proprietor.

10

Janet

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My friend & I were there for 2 nights - we couldn’t have been more pleased with the location, friendly hosts, & excellent service & beautiful room…..

10

Cynthia

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owners were so sweet and the inn is so quaint. The room was very clean and organized. The breakfast was out of this world, as well as everything else. Definitely would stay there again.

4

David

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was advertised to have air-conditioning, but there was none during the night only during the day ….very odd.

10

Patrick

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful house and rooms and mountains are just gorgeous.

8

Carol

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quite. too far from town. clean big room

4

Tommy

Aug 5, 2023

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I don’t know there’s just something about this stay that really made me uncomfortable. The AC in the room is very loud, the bed super uncomfortable, the blinds do not block out the light the TV was small like maybe 12“ x 16“ small, the decor doesn’t make sense, there’s no desk in the room, no dressers and no closets and the Wi-Fi dropped out, I really wanted to make it work, but after two days, I asked to leave and was told that I would only get a partial refund. The best part of the house was the dining room, which was only available at 8:30 AM which is when breakfast was served which was quite nice. Actually, I had to sit on the couch and work from my laptop from a coffee table I just couldn’t understand why the dining room area wasn’t open to guests. There was just no way I was going to be comfortable staying at this property for five days and it just baffles me at the rates charge these days that we have to except inferior accommodations. I know they get a lot of good ratings, and I was even more baffled at how kind they said the owners were but all we ever got was a good morning, no conversation at all and our gut feeling is because we are a gay couple.

10

Steve

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic property convenient to West Jefferson and Boone, NC. Clean. Nice room. Excellent breakfast.

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Service

Service is frequently described as warm, friendly, and accommodating. One review noted limited interaction.

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10

Stacey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful house with amazing history! We sat on the peaceful front porch for hours. Breakfast was delicious, beds were comfortable, and the hosts were excellent. Very cool experience!

10

Lora

Mar 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The owners were so friendly and accommodating. They were very knowledgeable on the history of the home and the area around it. It is a wonderful place to go and get away from it all!!! We will definitely go back!!!

10

Janet

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My friend & I were there for 2 nights - we couldn’t have been more pleased with the location, friendly hosts, & excellent service & beautiful room…..

10

Benjamin

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It is obvious the innkeeper makes every effort to make the inn a comfortable and as welcoming as possible. The Buffalo Tavern made me feel great about choosing the small inn over an institutional generic national hotel chain.

10

Claude

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Step back in time and enjoy a bit of local history. The inn has been kept up to date without losing the uniqueness of it's story. The owners are delightful and more than willing to make your stay enjoyable. The breakfast was delicious and fresh.

10

Sydney

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place is amazing. Great service, very clean. The owners are so nice and do everything with a love touch.

10

Robert

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly Innkeepers, nice facilities and great breakfasts. We will definitely go back.

10

Patricia

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Gracious hosts, delicious breakfast, beautiful and serene surroundings and lovely, historic property.

4

Tommy

Aug 5, 2023

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I don’t know there’s just something about this stay that really made me uncomfortable. The AC in the room is very loud, the bed super uncomfortable, the blinds do not block out the light the TV was small like maybe 12“ x 16“ small, the decor doesn’t make sense, there’s no desk in the room, no dressers and no closets and the Wi-Fi dropped out, I really wanted to make it work, but after two days, I asked to leave and was told that I would only get a partial refund. The best part of the house was the dining room, which was only available at 8:30 AM which is when breakfast was served which was quite nice. Actually, I had to sit on the couch and work from my laptop from a coffee table I just couldn’t understand why the dining room area wasn’t open to guests. There was just no way I was going to be comfortable staying at this property for five days and it just baffles me at the rates charge these days that we have to except inferior accommodations. I know they get a lot of good ratings, and I was even more baffled at how kind they said the owners were but all we ever got was a good morning, no conversation at all and our gut feeling is because we are a gay couple.

8

Angie

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was very quaint and relaxing. We were visiting friends that lived close by so it was very convenient. The breakfast was delicious and host we extremely nice.

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Location

Scenic, quiet rural setting near West Jefferson and within driving reach of Boone. It is a bit out of town, and a couple reviews found it less convenient without being in town.

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kyle

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful views, quick stay, missed breakfast cause I had to leave so early. Will come back for sure

10

Lora

Mar 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The owners were so friendly and accommodating. They were very knowledgeable on the history of the home and the area around it. It is a wonderful place to go and get away from it all!!! We will definitely go back!!!

10

William

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

great, quiet, freindly owners,beautiful setting

10

Mark

Apr 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice B&B with interesting history and lovely setting, but the breakfast alone is worth the cost of a night’s lodging!

10

Patrick

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful house and rooms and mountains are just gorgeous.

8

Carol

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quite. too far from town. clean big room

10

James

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location! A bit out of town, but easy access and lots of dining options in town, and they served a great breakfast! Magnificent front porch and lawn! Would gladly stay there again!

10

Patricia

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Gracious hosts, delicious breakfast, beautiful and serene surroundings and lovely, historic property.

8

Angie

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was very quaint and relaxing. We were visiting friends that lived close by so it was very convenient. The breakfast was delicious and host we extremely nice.

10

Steve

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic property convenient to West Jefferson and Boone, NC. Clean. Nice room. Excellent breakfast.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for taste and quality, served as a communal, fixed 8:30 a.m. meal. Several reviews noted limited choice and early coffee access can be tricky, which may not suit some schedules or dietary preferences.

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10

Stacey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful house with amazing history! We sat on the peaceful front porch for hours. Breakfast was delicious, beds were comfortable, and the hosts were excellent. Very cool experience!

8

Helen

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quiet stay. Good parking area. Breakfast is prix fixe and I would love to have had an option for a biscuit or toasted bread. Breakfast was delicious and of gourmet quality. I noticed that there were no tea bags available on the beverage table, but there was a Keurig with a tea selection.

8

Ron

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A better breakfast options

8

Melony

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast on Saturday was not hot. Need a sidewalk or stepping stones from parking area to front door to avoid walking in grass and mud. Expected daily house keeping with fresh towels. Need more hooks in bathroom for hanging towels if not enough will be provided for the entire stay. Towels were rough, not plush & soft. Also, more hooks in the room to hang clothing Vs the 4 in our room. Owners were kind & pleasant and obviously want guests to feel welcome.

10

Claude

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Step back in time and enjoy a bit of local history. The inn has been kept up to date without losing the uniqueness of it's story. The owners are delightful and more than willing to make your stay enjoyable. The breakfast was delicious and fresh.

10

James

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location! A bit out of town, but easy access and lots of dining options in town, and they served a great breakfast! Magnificent front porch and lawn! Would gladly stay there again!

10

Robert

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly Innkeepers, nice facilities and great breakfasts. We will definitely go back.

8

Simone

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you don't mind enforced breakfast with the other guests at 8:30, then this place was great. No coffee available until 8:30, and only once one sat down for breakfast at the table for eight. They said the Keurig was for all to use anytime, but they provided no mugs. So maybe bring your own mug? Also there was no choice for breakfast so as a vegetarian, it was a bit tough.

8

Angie

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was very quaint and relaxing. We were visiting friends that lived close by so it was very convenient. The breakfast was delicious and host we extremely nice.

10

Joseph

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Rural property in the country with a long and interesting history. The hosts were wonderful and the sit down 8:30 breakfast was excellent. Took a prepared lunch with me that was also excellent. Very nice corner room, well appointed with a lot of character. The price is reasonable and I couldn’t recommend the inn more. I’ll return.

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				1 $155	2	3
4 $166	5 $166	6 $166	7 $166	8 $166	9 $185	10
11 $155	12 $155	13 $155	14 $155	15	16	17
18 $155	19 $155	20 $155	21	22 $155	23	24 $197
25 $155	26 $155	27 $155	28 $155	29 $155	30 $197	31 $197

Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast

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Executive Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Governor's)

Superior Suite, Ensuite (The President's Suite )

Romantic Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Juliette)

Romantic Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Madam's)

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