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Taylor House Inn

4584 NC Hwy 194 South, Banner Elk, US

9 guest rating· 225 reviews

About this hotel

Mountain and Garden Views

Taylor House Inn offers stunning views of the mountains and gardens, providing a serene and picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Cozy and Well-Equipped Rooms

Each room at the inn is thoughtfully designed with air conditioning, a fireplace (in some units), and comfortable seating areas. The private bathrooms come complete with plush bathrobes and quality bed linen for a luxurious experience.

Convenient Amenities and Activities

Guests can take advantage of free WiFi, private parking, and even an electric vehicle charging station. For outdoor enthusiasts, the inn is ideally located for hiking, skiing, cycling, and fishing, with a garden and shared lounge area for relaxation afterwards.

Experience the beauty and comfort of Taylor House Inn - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Rooms & rates

Aunt Nancy Room 5

Sleeps 4 · 27 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Little Room

Sleeps 3 · 14 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Flower Cottage

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Lou Hill Smith Suite Attic

Sleeps 4 · 56 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV

Squire Taylor Suite

Sleeps 3 · 55 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free WiFi

Gordon & Henry Room 4

Sleeps 5 · 32 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Squier Taylor Suite

Sleeps 4 · 56 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • TV
  • Telephone

Aunt Sue Room 1

Sleeps 4 · 27 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Aunt Doris Room 2

Sleeps 3 · 24 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Uncle Gilbert Room 3

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Concierge service
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Express check-in/check-out
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  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Key access
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Terrace

Location

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4584 NC Hwy 194 South, Banner Elk, US

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9225 reviews

+ Beautiful place+ Good location+ Delightful hostsCleanliness issuesSmall roomsLow quality food
Cleanliness8.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality8.2
Amenities8.7
Value for Money9.2

Okay but we will be looking elsewhere to stay when returning to the area.

5.0

Breakfast was homecooked, okay. Inn keepers were very hospitable.

Carpets were filthy, really need a regular shampooing. Inn keepers were hospitable. No A/C in the inn outside of the room, which made it uncomfortable in the main dining areas. Inn needs updating, decor was circa 1990s. Coffee tasted terrible.

Jennifer · US · 2026-07-14

The place was wonderful, we enjoyed everything about it.

10.0

The peacefulness, the sound of the water.

Raquel · US · 2026-04-18

Guest review

10.0

Mr. Gerard and his chef were great hosts! He took the time to serve us and attend to our needs.

It was quaint

claudia · US · 2026-01-26

Great location, the beautiful historical house and very nice housekeepers

10.0

The hotel, the stuff, the location.

Nothing

Alena · US · 2026-01-21

Guest review

4.0

Availability Quiet

The mattresses were very old, maybe vintage. The food was low quality. There was no hot water for a shower. No TV in the room. Had to walk down the hall to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. No ice. Cracks around the window let's insects in. No coffee until 7:30 in the morning and it was a few minutes late. The owner was keen to tell us all of the rules and to disparage us for not letting her know we we're leaving the last day and skipping breakfast. We paid for the breakfast whether we ate it or not. It wasn't worth eating and we were ready to leave. She didn't seem to care about that.

Robert · US · 2026-01-19

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 3 and older are allowed.

Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any cots.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.