Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast offers air-conditioned rooms in Rutherfordton. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Outdoor dining is also possible at the bed and breakfast. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, each unit also comes with a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, desk, and a seating area. There's a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, the units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. You can play tennis at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling and walking tours nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 50 miles from Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Rutherfordton
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  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    Our breakfast was excellent and the location was great
  • S
    Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    Our hosts were wonderful! They were so friendly and accommodating. The breakfasts were delicious!
  • Kathleen
    United States of America United States of America
    beautiful, fabulous gardens. everything was perfect

Managed by Russell Knight & Jim Masek, Owners/Innkeepers along with Watson & Ranger

Company review score: 9.9Based on 38 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Jim Masek and Russell Knight are the new innkeepers of the Carrier Houses B&B as of May 2017 along with Watson and Ranger, their rescue dogs and resident greeters. Jim and Russell moved from Columbia, SC where Jim has worked in the hospitality field for over 10 years as such hotels as DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Clarion Hotel and various limited service hotels such as Days Inn, Sleep Inn and Country Inn & Suites. Jim loves to cook and be creative in the kitchen using local ingredients and sharing the “Farm to Table” experience with the guests. Russell has worked for the SC Dept of Education in Grants Administration as well as running a non-profit in Columbia. Russell loves to chat with the guests at breakfast to help them plan their day.

Property info

The Carrier Houses B&B consists of 2 historic homes, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Carrier-McBrayer house was built by Harvey Carrier in 1835 and the Carrier-Ward House, in 1879. There is a total of (8) bedrooms, all with private baths, individually controlled thermostats, Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs with cable and deluxe amenities. You’ll find complimentary coffees and teas all day along with fresh baked cookies. Relax on the wide, front porch in our comfy rockers to watch the comings and goings of small town NC. Nothing beats being on Main Street. There are quaint shops and great restaurant within walking distance. Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, the Tryon Equestrian Center and the Blue Ridge mountains are just a short drive, let us help you plan your trip. Let us cook a delicious, farm-to-table breakfast with fresh farm eggs, local sausage and vegetables. Please call us for more information or assistance in planning your getaway. We look forward to seeing you!

Neighborhood info

Upon our first visit to Rutherfordton in 2015, we experienced the warmth of the people, the renaissance of their history, the variety of restaurants, the scenic vistas, the comfortable climate, and many more first impressions. We'd be delighted to share it all with you.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

Please inform Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast

  • Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is 350 feet from the center of Rutherfordton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Game room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Walking tours
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bike tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • The prices at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • Yes, Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Carrier Houses Bed & Breakfast is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.