Asheville's winter season brings a welcome calm to the city without slowing it down. Explore Asheville's winter guides showcase live music, theater, festivals, and seasonal events happening throughout the colder months. Downtown dining feels more relaxed, favorite venues are easier to enjoy, and attractions like Biltmore Estate shine during winter visits. Beaufort House Inn places guests close to it all while offering a warm, familiar place to return each evening. Winter invites you to experience Asheville as locals do. Comfortable, creative, and full of heart.
Plan your Asheville getaway around one of America's most scenic drives. The Blue Ridge Parkway has reopened a 38-mile section from Mount Pisgah south, offering sweeping overlooks, winding trails, and unbeatable mountain views. Just minutes from the inn, this iconic route is the perfect way to experience the beauty of Western North Carolina in every season. After your drive, return to the comfort and charm of your stay.
Discover the flavors that put Asheville on the culinary map. Asheville Food Tours, the city's longest-running and original walking food tour, takes you on a guided stroll through downtown with up to seven handpicked stops. Taste everything from Southern favorites to global bites, enjoy craft cocktails, and meet the makers behind Asheville's most beloved restaurants like Rhubarb, White Duck Taco, and French Broad Chocolate Lounge. After a day of delicious exploring, return to the comfort of our historic inns just minutes away, your perfect retreat after a foodie adventure.
Experience Luminere: Biltmore's New Evening Light & Sound Spectacle
In celebration of Biltmore's 130th anniversary, an extraordinary new experience is coming to life. This spring, on select evenings starting March 26, 2026, as day turns to dusk and the mountain sky deepens to twilight, witness the Biltmore House transform into a living canvas. Luminere illuminates the story of America's largest home and the people who once called it home through breathtaking artistry, immersive light displays, and a captivating original score. Wander the historic gardens and watch them come alive in this unforgettable outdoor spectacle of light, sound, and history.
Experience the Magic of Winter Lights and the Trolls Exhibit at The North Carolina Arboretum
Discover a dazzling world of light and imagination at The North Carolina Arboretum this season. Wander through over one million sparkling lights, festive displays, and whimsical wooden Troll sculptures by artist Thomas Dambo. Located just minutes from our historic Asheville inns, this immersive holiday experience brings art, nature, and wonder together for guests of all ages.
