Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Sugar Grove, within a 15-minute drive of Pisgah National Forest and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. It is 11 miles from Sugar Mountain Resort and 9.2 miles from Appalachian State University.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though the specific age is not provided.

Taylor House Inn

What guests think

Across recent reviews of Taylor House Inn, guests most commonly praise the warm, personal hospitality from Tessa and Bernard and the standout, home cooked breakfasts, while appreciating the historic charm and relaxing atmosphere of this mountain bed and breakfast.

Several guests highlight the scenic setting and convenient access to Boone, Blowing Rock, ski areas, and a nearby retreat center. Rooms are frequently described as cozy and comfortable. Some reviews note visible wear, needed repairs, or feeling overpriced, and one reported poor cleanliness and rude service. Expect a friendly, B&B-style stay in an older, characterful property.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

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10

Craig

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was fantastic. I wish we would have planned to stay longer. Our little cabin was perfect. Tessa and Bernard were great hosts. I feel like we made friends. They were able to accommodate my wife’s food issues even though I forgot to mention it until four days before our arrival. And the food was phenomenal. We look forward to going back.

8

JOHN

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are fantastic hosts and you get to feel like you have been transported into the past where guests have conversations with each other over breakfast in the morning or while sitting on the front porch.

8

Mark

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable, enjoyable mountain B&B experience. Bed was comfortable and service excellent. Particularly enjoyed the front porch.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean, but several noted visible wear and repair needs, and one review reported serious cleanliness problems. Overall standards appear mixed.

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10

Kyle

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

House needs lot of repairs and it's FOR SALE

2

Sarah

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tessa is extremely rude. Bernard was actually very nice and was the only reason I even considered adding a star but truly the stay was the worst I’ve ever stayed in. There are water stains all over the ceilings. The walls are cracked due to foundation issues. Our room had cobwebs. The beds are so uncomfortable you can feel each spring. The worst part for me was the black mold all over the bathroom walls. I even found a live roach which I was accused of bring because they said “we don’t have roaches”. Interesting since the entire inn was full. Then i was told it was a grasshopper. I attached a photo, don’t worry. So you can decide. Lastly, we can’t eat in the room. So we went downstairs to eat in the dining room. Tessa said no you can’t eat here. Go outside. So we ate outside like dogs. Don’t stay here

10

Sidney

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners were very helpful , the room clean and inviting and the breakfast was very good both mornings.

6

Lisa

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The owners were nice. The breakfast was good although it wasn’t traditional breakfast food. The property needs to be remodeled and cleaned up. Looked run down and not very appealing.

8

Marian

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Charming bed and breakfast with really nice hosts. Some repairs going on with recent storm damage but was completed and not a problem

10

Dalya

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Gorgeous property, very clean, wonderful hospitality

10

Cynthia

Aug 20, 2023

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We enjoyed our stay. It was very clean, quiet, and fruendly. The food was delicious and nicely presented. We would stay again and would highly recommended staying.

10

Cynthia

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean..great hospitality bu the owners..would stay again

8

Mark

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable, enjoyable mountain B&B experience. Bed was comfortable and service excellent. Particularly enjoyed the front porch.

8

Julius

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful setting that needed some work

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Rooms

Guests describe cozy, comfortable rooms with character, including a cabin option, and relaxing stays. A few noted dated or worn features and one reported an uncomfortable bed.

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Sarah

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tessa is extremely rude. Bernard was actually very nice and was the only reason I even considered adding a star but truly the stay was the worst I’ve ever stayed in. There are water stains all over the ceilings. The walls are cracked due to foundation issues. Our room had cobwebs. The beds are so uncomfortable you can feel each spring. The worst part for me was the black mold all over the bathroom walls. I even found a live roach which I was accused of bring because they said “we don’t have roaches”. Interesting since the entire inn was full. Then i was told it was a grasshopper. I attached a photo, don’t worry. So you can decide. Lastly, we can’t eat in the room. So we went downstairs to eat in the dining room. Tessa said no you can’t eat here. Go outside. So we ate outside like dogs. Don’t stay here

10

Craig

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was fantastic. I wish we would have planned to stay longer. Our little cabin was perfect. Tessa and Bernard were great hosts. I feel like we made friends. They were able to accommodate my wife’s food issues even though I forgot to mention it until four days before our arrival. And the food was phenomenal. We look forward to going back.

6

Lisa

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The owners were nice. The breakfast was good although it wasn’t traditional breakfast food. The property needs to be remodeled and cleaned up. Looked run down and not very appealing.

10

gabriela

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This review probably doesn't accurately reflect our stay at Taylor House. We felt right at home. Bernard and Tessa will make you feel right at home. The house is beautiful. You have to understand that it's old and enjoy it as such. It's beautiful inside and out. Very well maintained. The surroundings are beautiful. The attention from Tessa and Bernard is exceptional! The breakfasts are special, very well prepared, different and well presented and served. First time that lodging is part of what we enjoyed on our trip. I would definitely stay at Taylor House again and would recommend anyone to do so.

10

Robin

May 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We've stayed before and will definitely stay again. Accommodations are great as is the breakfast.

10

Shirley

Feb 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners meet us upon arriving and was very nice. They let us know not to travel to the city going the direction google was taking us due to no streetlights and very windy roads. The owners were always available and very friendly. Loved our room even though it was a house we felt like we were the only ones there. Great get a way, very relaxing.

10

LYNN

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hosts are delightful. We were in the area for a wedding. The wedding venue was 13 minutes away. The room was cozy with our own bathroom. The bed was comfortable and we had a great time.

10

Terrence

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable, cozy, with easy access to the retreat centewr near by.

8

Mark

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable, enjoyable mountain B&B experience. Bed was comfortable and service excellent. Particularly enjoyed the front porch.

8

Gary

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great time. But seeemed a little over priced for what it is. The place could be better if some more effort were put into it. But the owners are very sweet, and house has great charm!

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Service

Tessa and Bernard are frequently praised for warm, attentive hospitality and helpful advice; interactions feel personal. One review reported rudeness.

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Dawn

Jul 22, 2023

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The owners were very personal and attentive to us, and made us an excellent breakfast both days, and told us some places to go while there.

2

Sarah

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tessa is extremely rude. Bernard was actually very nice and was the only reason I even considered adding a star but truly the stay was the worst I’ve ever stayed in. There are water stains all over the ceilings. The walls are cracked due to foundation issues. Our room had cobwebs. The beds are so uncomfortable you can feel each spring. The worst part for me was the black mold all over the bathroom walls. I even found a live roach which I was accused of bring because they said “we don’t have roaches”. Interesting since the entire inn was full. Then i was told it was a grasshopper. I attached a photo, don’t worry. So you can decide. Lastly, we can’t eat in the room. So we went downstairs to eat in the dining room. Tessa said no you can’t eat here. Go outside. So we ate outside like dogs. Don’t stay here

10

Craig

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was fantastic. I wish we would have planned to stay longer. Our little cabin was perfect. Tessa and Bernard were great hosts. I feel like we made friends. They were able to accommodate my wife’s food issues even though I forgot to mention it until four days before our arrival. And the food was phenomenal. We look forward to going back.

10

Tressa

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super Nice Inn Keepers No better way to start your day than a full belly of yummie breakfast from Tessa!

10

Shirley

Feb 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners meet us upon arriving and was very nice. They let us know not to travel to the city going the direction google was taking us due to no streetlights and very windy roads. The owners were always available and very friendly. Loved our room even though it was a house we felt like we were the only ones there. Great get a way, very relaxing.

10

LYNN

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hosts are delightful. We were in the area for a wedding. The wedding venue was 13 minutes away. The room was cozy with our own bathroom. The bed was comfortable and we had a great time.

10

Dana

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Tessa and Bernard are great host/Inn Keepers. I would visit them again.

8

JOHN

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are fantastic hosts and you get to feel like you have been transported into the past where guests have conversations with each other over breakfast in the morning or while sitting on the front porch.

10

Cynthia

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean..great hospitality bu the owners..would stay again

10

DIMITRIOS

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Exceptional service

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Location

Scenic mountain setting with convenient access to Boone, Blowing Rock, ski areas, a retreat center, and a nearby wedding venue. Generally quiet and relaxing.

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Barbara

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful southern architecture. The included breakfast was superior. Gorgeous mountains all around.

10

JACKIE

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Just very friendlly and nice, old style setting , away from busy hotel stay, Recommend for anyone looking for something that will relax your stay with nice company.

10

gabriela

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This review probably doesn't accurately reflect our stay at Taylor House. We felt right at home. Bernard and Tessa will make you feel right at home. The house is beautiful. You have to understand that it's old and enjoy it as such. It's beautiful inside and out. Very well maintained. The surroundings are beautiful. The attention from Tessa and Bernard is exceptional! The breakfasts are special, very well prepared, different and well presented and served. First time that lodging is part of what we enjoyed on our trip. I would definitely stay at Taylor House again and would recommend anyone to do so.

10

Aiza

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great people, great prices, scenic location, not far from the Ski Resorts, and a fancy breakfast by Tessa! What is not to love?!?

10

LYNN

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hosts are delightful. We were in the area for a wedding. The wedding venue was 13 minutes away. The room was cozy with our own bathroom. The bed was comfortable and we had a great time.

10

Gina

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place. Close to Oz, Boone and Blowing Rock.

10

Terrence

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to the Episcopal Retreat center where my Retreat was held. Amazing breakfasts. The owners are cheerful, friendly, and readily engage guests in conversations.

10

Terrence

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable, cozy, with easy access to the retreat centewr near by.

10

Jessica

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed the quaint accommodations and tranquil atmosphere. The breakfasts were delicious and the owners were friendly. We’ll be back!

8

Mark

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable, enjoyable mountain B&B experience. Bed was comfortable and service excellent. Particularly enjoyed the front porch.

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Dining

Breakfast consistently earns strong praise for flavor, presentation, and variety, and is a highlight of the stay. One guest noted it wasn’t traditional, yet still enjoyed it.

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Barbara

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful southern architecture. The included breakfast was superior. Gorgeous mountains all around.

10

Dawn

Jul 22, 2023

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The owners were very personal and attentive to us, and made us an excellent breakfast both days, and told us some places to go while there.

10

Sean

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hosts are wonderful people and very helpful. The breakfast was delicious.

10

Crystal

Nov 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful mountain old house. Great breakfast and fresh baked items to eat during the day. So good!

10

gabriela

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This review probably doesn't accurately reflect our stay at Taylor House. We felt right at home. Bernard and Tessa will make you feel right at home. The house is beautiful. You have to understand that it's old and enjoy it as such. It's beautiful inside and out. Very well maintained. The surroundings are beautiful. The attention from Tessa and Bernard is exceptional! The breakfasts are special, very well prepared, different and well presented and served. First time that lodging is part of what we enjoyed on our trip. I would definitely stay at Taylor House again and would recommend anyone to do so.

10

Tressa

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super Nice Inn Keepers No better way to start your day than a full belly of yummie breakfast from Tessa!

8

Thomas

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I enjoyed the company of the owners as well as the excellent breakfasts, which were probably worth $100 on their own.

10

Aiza

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great people, great prices, scenic location, not far from the Ski Resorts, and a fancy breakfast by Tessa! What is not to love?!?

10

Terrence

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to the Episcopal Retreat center where my Retreat was held. Amazing breakfasts. The owners are cheerful, friendly, and readily engage guests in conversations.

10

Vincent

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful breakfast and hospitality.

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Taylor House Inn

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Flower Cottage

Aunt Sue Room

Gordon & Henry Room

Little Room

Aunt Doris Room

Lou Hill Smith Suite Attic

Squire Taylor Suite

Aunt Nancy Room

Uncle Gilbert Room

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