The Historic Herren House

Property class: 2

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The Historic Herren House provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £44
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (The Henry Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (The Henry Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (The Mary Lu Room)

Standard Room (The Mary Lu Room) | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (The Mary Lu Room)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Molly Room)

A bedroom with a white bed frame, a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a door labeled "Molly".

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Molly Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Ground Floor (The Lucille Room)

A bedroom with a floral bedspread, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Ground Floor (The Lucille Room)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (The Jessica Room)

A four-poster bed with floral bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (The Jessica Room)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (The Bowman Room)

A bedroom with two beds, each with a blue and white checkered bedspread and pillows with the text "GOOD VIBES". There is a nightstand with a lamp between the beds, and a framed picture on the wall above the nightstand.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (The Bowman Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Waynesville, The Historic Herren House is in the city centre and in the mountains. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cataloochee Ski Area and Balsam Spa. Waynesville Recreation Center and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Waynesville travel guide
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94 East St, Waynesville, NC, 28786

What's nearby

  • Shelton House
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waynesville Dog Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Waynesville Recreation Center
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Beer Hub
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Sonic Drive In
    2 min drive
  • Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern
    6 min walk

About this property

The Historic Herren House

  • Guest house in the city centre
  • The Historic Herren House provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, books and games
    • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Historic Herren House include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Recycling, children's books and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Herren House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Historic Herren House?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Historic Herren House on 27 Sept 2026 start from £44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Historic Herren House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Historic Herren House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Historic Herren House?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Historic Herren House located?

Located in the heart of Waynesville, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Shelton House, Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography. Waynesville Dog Park and Waynesville Recreation Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

The Historic Herren House Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to Main Street. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Yes the main St shops and restaurants were 2 blocks away and very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location with a 5 minute walk to Main Street. Plenty of free parking. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful historical Inn! Great location for dinning and shopping downtown. The house does need several repairs outdoors and I’m need of severe pressure washing and deck cleaning and repainting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice room wish there was more for food and stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Historic property with a unique atmosphere, but guests should be prepared for a fully remote experience. There is no reception desk or staff on-site; entry and communication are handled through a remote hosting center by phone, with digital door codes provided for the room. We stayed upstairs in the Molly Room, which felt quite isolated. The air conditioning was very cold and could not be adjusted by guests. There was also no television in the room, so plan accordingly if that is important to you. One concern was that after a bad cut, there was no emergency or first-aid kit available on-site. The remote attendant was kind and we were told Band-Aids could be found below the coffee station desk. The property has character, but additional on-site safety supplies, climate control, and clearer expectations about the remote-hosting setup would improve the guest experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The Herren House is historic and meets all of the charm of a house that old. The location was absolutely perfect to walk to town for shopping and meals. It was very clean but dated. The check-in was seamless, automated, but impersonal. The room was spacious but chilly. Additional blankets and a rug or drapes to close would add to the warmth. I'd stay there again but plan on the chilly room better.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, parking is exceptional and it’s just two blocks off of the main drag with a restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying here due to proximity to the town and ample parking. We did run into problems with WiFi , staff attempted to resolve quickly. Toiletries and towels provided. Coffee available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking access was easy. The house is just a short walk to restaurants, breweries, shopping, and a great bookstore ( eg. Wall Street bookstore) The house has a great porch and garden to sit in too. The staff were very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

The place is very nice and clean however I booked a room with two beds and I got one with a king size bed instead.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1 block from main street
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No hangers in the closet. Bed too elevated for 80 year olds to climb into.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026