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Reviews of The Firehouse Inn

3 out of 5
The Firehouse Inn
134 North Washington St., Rutherfordton, NC

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 360 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 360 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was just incredible! Donna was just wonderful with our breakfasts! The room was warm and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is luxurious and beautiful. Check-in was simple and straightforward. Mary was very helpful - professional very courteous. We are really enjoying the Firehouse Inn and would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely nice staff! The Inn was very clean and quiet. My wife and I loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Innkeeper on 28 Dec 2023
Thank you for joining us over the holidays Mike. It was our pleasure and we hope to see you again in 2024.

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has been a home away from home for us for years. Great place to go and visit local wineries or a trip to the Biltmore.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Innkeeper on 24 Dec 2023
Thank for the review and continued support! We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and we look forward to seeing you again in 2024.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Girls trip!
We were met by the innkeeper (Mary) upon arrival and given a brief tour. She could not have been more welcoming, and was very responsive to any of our needs or inquiries during our stay. The Inn was very clean and beautifully decorated for Christmas! Donna took great pride in preparing the food and joyfully served each guest with a delicious, beautifully plated breakfast. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Mary - Innkeeper on 10 Dec 2023
Thank you Phyllis for this wonderful review. It was our pleasure to have you stay with us and we hope to see you again soon. We appreciate you sharing your experience with us and we will be sure to pass your praises onto Donna. Merry Christmas!

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host and chef were both amazing folks and made everyone most welcome. The room/atmosphere were amazing and were very much Hallmark-ish. Will be a return trip for my wife and I: the creaking old stairs, the made breakfast(s) every morning (sad we only got one, but due to our stay and early morning, missed the other 2), and wow---definitely a great trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Mary - Innkeeper on 4 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We really enjoyed having you visit us and look forward to hopefully seeing you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Neat place with awesome breakfast!
Such a neat place to say! Enjoyed seeing the features still visible from the days when it was City Hall and a fire station. We stayed in Suite 6 and it was huge! Could have easily fit 6 or more in there. The best part was the breakfast - each morning was different and so much food! Donna was an excellent chef and host, and she made our day start amazing each morning. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Innkeeper on 14 Nov 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! We aim to make sure every guest has the best experience while staying with us. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend!
I thoroughly enjoyed staying here. The breakfast cooked by Ms. Donna was absolutely delicious and homemade. We had something different each day. The Inn is about an hour from Asheville but Rutherfordton has cute stores and places to eat and get coffee. The Purple Martin Greenway is just down the street and there is another similar path in Forest City nearby. The Inn was cozy and cute!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Kitty on 31 Oct 2023
Yes, Donna is a jewel. I’m glad you had a nice stay. We appreciate your taking time to share your experience. We hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Innkeeper on 14 Nov 2023
Thank you for choosing Firehouse Inn for your stay. We hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Innkeeper on 14 Nov 2023
Donna does an amazing job! She is one of the best parts of staying with us. Thank you for the review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Kitty on 25 Oct 2023
Thank you and come again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Firehouse Inn. The location is perfect and the inn is within walking distance to the downtown area and lots of restaurants. The stay was comfortable and the breakfasts by Donna were delicious. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Kitty on 23 Oct 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us. Thanks for taking the time to let us know. Come back soon. Kitty

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So fun staying in a renovated fire house and police department! It's a beautiful setting with a delightful outdoor patio with fountains and a dramatic common space. The staff couldn't be more welcoming or accommodating. We enjoyed lavish hot breakfasts and insights into the community. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Kitty on 17 Oct 2023
Thanks for your kind words. We are so glad you had a good time. Kitty

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will be back!
Donna was really sweet and accommodating. She made my grand babies cookies. We stayed for a horse show at Tryon. We will be back next year! The room was comfortable and there are lots of places to get food.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Kitty on 13 Oct 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

JuRon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Million Dollar Sausage and Service
Staying at the Firehouse Inn was like staying home. If the walls could talk, they would more than likely say that it’s guests were comfy cozy and well taken care of. We stayed in room 1, which has a jetted bathtub, a great soaker. We haven’t stayed much in American B&Bs, but Europe we have. We must say, it was a great introduction to b&bs in the US. If that wasn’t enough, Donna served up a breakfast that we are still talking about today. The Long Horn beef sausages will the be the reason we stop through for breakfast when passing through! The million dollar bacon was awesome and the service exquisite. We appreciated the small town feel, especially coming from Atlanta. Thanks Donna for a wonderful stay! We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Kitty on 13 Oct 2023
We will definitely share your kind words with Donna and look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Donna was the best host. Breakfast was delicious. We absoluetly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Kitty on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Kitty on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Donna served a fantastic morning breakfast meal. She was friendly and informative. Room was big and very comfortable. Enjoyed the jacuzzi and nice shower. Our room (Suite #1) was previously a police station over a fire department. Loaded with memorabilia and stories. Kitty was a very gracious host. Will return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Kitty on 31 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your visit. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Kitty on 29 May 2023
Thank for the great review. Come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lots of charm. Wonderful breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from Kitty on 22 May 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and personal service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Kitty on 15 May 2023
Thank you for taking the time to send us a review. We hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Carolee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodations, Donna in the kitchen was
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Kitty on 22 May 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Kitty on 22 May 2023
Thanks for giving us a great review. We hope you will be back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Firehouse Inn is a beautiful historic property that was originally a firehouse. It has a large gathering space where we enjoyed a delicious breakfast prepared by Donna. The Inn was beautifully decorated for Christmas and we enjoyed our visit there very much! We would highly recommend a stay here while visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from Kitty on 29 Dec 2022
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you had a good stay. We hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a small and intimate B&B and loved the breakfast prepared by Donna as well as meeting the other friendly guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute B and B. Kiddos loved loft (steep stairs so r probably not for small kids). Missed breakfast because it is at 8:30 and we have to take care of horses at Tryon before 8. They have a guest refrigerator, coffee bar and snacks all day. Parking two steps in front of door. We are all very pleased with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed staying at the Firehouse Inn. Everyone was very friendly and the B&B was very unique! I loved staying there and recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy drive to the horse park. Staff was delightful. Breakfast was wonderful. It was convenient, unique and we completely enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

AMY, Bluff City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much! Donna our chef was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughters and I traveled there this weekend for the Washington International Horse Show. The Firehouse Inn is a lovely little gem. It is only a 15 minute drive from Tryon International Equestrian Center. Our room (room 6) was lovely and spacious and clean and beautifully decorated. Debbie greeted us each morning upstairs with a beautiful breakfast. Parking was so convenient. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back next time we come to Tryon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kecia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, service was excellent. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Kitty on 19 Oct 2021
Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again very soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Kitty on 11 Oct 2021
Thank you for your review. We hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

jamey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What’s not to love in this perfect place
Will be back. Perfect place to stay in this perfect little town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Kitty on 7 Sept 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming downtown inn
We had a wonderful stay! The inn is lovely and well located in walking distance to several restaurants. Taliah was very helpful and pleasant in dealing with our reservation changes and special requests and Donna made a great breakfast every day and happily accommodated everyone's dietary restrictions. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Kitty on 13 Jul 2021
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, unique building, very classy. Great deal!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Kitty on 13 Jul 2021
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

egill, Roswell, Ga

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Firehouse is a historic building that was once a firehouse and public building. It has a lot of character. The management and staff were very conscientious about adhering to Covid precautions. We loved the delicious homemade breakfasts that Donna cooked for us each morning. She was also a very welcoming hostess!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Kitty on 5 Nov 2020
Than you so much for staying with us. Your kind words are very much appreciated and will definitely be passed on to Donna and Tileah. Kitty

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming conversion of an old firehouse. Staff were friendly and room was ver clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Kitty on 27 Oct 2020
Thanks so much for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Kitty on 27 Oct 2020
Thanks so much for your kind review. We hope to see you again really soon.

10/10 Excellent

Alicia, NC

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff made you feel at home. Donna was a spectacular cook and made sure you were full. VERY clean and very unique touches. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Kitty on 17 Jul 2020
Thanks so much for your kind words. We are so glad you stayed with us and look forward to your next visit.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from Kitty McCammon on 24 Apr 2020
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Francine, Simpsonville SC

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very unique place to stay. The antiques make you feel very restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from The Firehouse Inn on 26 Feb 2020
So glad that you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor was beautiful and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms are comfortable and big. This is the perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Kitty on 21 Jan 2020
Thank you for your kind words. We hope you will return soon.

10/10 Excellent

Thi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is so beautiful! The room and bathroom were lovely and clean. We will definitely be returning! Also, the homemade breakfast was delicious, and was held in a grand dining room. Just amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from The Firehouse Inn Staff on 14 Jan 2020
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Wlliam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed and breakfast
The Firehouse Inn is a charming bed and breakfast with great character. The staff are exceptionally accommodating and kind. The rooms are nice and cozy. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from The Firehouse Inn on 26 Nov 2019
We are so glad that you enjoyed you stay! Hope to see you again soon!