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Offering a garden and city view, The Shaffner Inn is located in Winston-Salem, 47 km from Greensboro Science Center and less than 1 km from M C Benton Jr Convention Center. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and room service. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and bathrobes, the units at the bed and breakfast have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a seating area. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves American cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. LJVM Coliseum is 4.4 km from the bed and breakfast, while BB&T Field is 5.1 km away. Piedmont Triad Airport is 31 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
High score for Winston-Salem
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • O'sullivan
    United States United States
    We were treated warmly and gifted a 1/2 bottle of wine which we thoroughly enjoyed. We were able to walk downtown and to the west end and have a nice evening.
  • Beemer
    Canada Canada
    the location was handy to the downtown where we went for dinner, the staff was excellent, the room was very comfortable, the wine upon attending was a nice touch, the breakfast was good, as was the server.
  • H
    Honor
    United States United States
    The friendliness of the staff, the amenities in the room, the style of the venue, the complimentary breakfast
  • Lindsey
    United States United States
    The place was great very friendly staff and met all of our expectations
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was superb. Hospitality was superb - especially evening drinks/canapes Noise level from traffic was disappointing But generally a great stay we will remember with affection
  • Marilyn
    United States United States
    Loved that the Inn has its doors open after 117 years of just beauty and its historic feel is breathtaking. Regan was a delight! Greeted us as we came into the home with a great big smile and was a great host. The breakfast was delicious as well.
  • M
    Melanie
    United States United States
    The Shaffner Inn was a beautiful place to stay. The staff was exceptionally wonderful, and the attached restaurant Founders was excellent. I would highly recommend staying there. When I go back to Winston-Salem, I will definitely stay there again.
  • Susan
    United States United States
    WOW! Got a call from the road asking whether we would like white or red wine waiting for us in our room. The front desk staff was delightful, and our room was absolutely beautiful. There was free parking too. Our breakfast was made to order from a...
  • James
    United States United States
    The property was absolutely gorgeous! The staff was wonderful and welcoming, and the breakfast the next day was exceptional!! The rooms were spacious and clean, and the beds were very comfortable.
  • Sheets
    United States United States
    Beautiful place and staff is goes above and beyond being helpful. Will definitely stay again

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Eric Alspaugh

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Eric Alspaugh
Built in 1907 as the private residence of Henry Fries Shaffner, the co-founder of Wachovia Loan and Trust, this extravagant Victorian-style mansion boasts Tiger oak hand-carved paneling, original coal-burning fireplaces, a grand staircase and priceless antiques. This 8-bedroom bed and breakfast is perfect for quiet nights away or corporate and private events. Located in downtown Winston-Salem, it is walking-distance to a multitude of the city’s best restaurants, bars and shops. The Shaffner has retained historic charm while expanding to include modern amenities such as free WiFi, 43” smart, flat-screen TVs, alarm/clock and USB charging stations. Each room is outfitted with luxurious Matouk linens, duvets, pillows, robes and monogrammed towels, as well as Peacock Alley blankets and monogrammed pillows. For your convenience, we also provide complimentary face wash, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, as well as an iron, ironing board, and hairdryer. In addition, you will have access to comfortable common areas indoors and outdoors, as well as a private parking lot.
I have been an owner and manager of properties in Winston-Salem, NC for over 15 years. My family has lived in the area for generations, and I have a passion for restoring historic properties and making them short-term homes for people visiting the area. I love this city and am grateful for the opportunity to bring life into old homes and a boost to our local economy. I recently acquired the historic Shaffner House Bed and Breakfast in downtown Winston-Salem and am very excited to bring its unique charm to travelers across the world.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Founders Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Shaffner Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
No internet access available.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Shaffner Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to US$300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to US$300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about The Shaffner Inn

  • Room options at The Shaffner Inn include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Quadruple

  • The Shaffner Inn is 950 yards from the centre of Winston-Salem. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Shaffner Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Shaffner Inn is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Shaffner Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Founders Restaurant

  • The Shaffner Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):