Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
6 min drive
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
10 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
51 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (The Henry Room)
Room, 1 Queen Bed (The Henry Room)
Highlights
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Children's books
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room (The Mary Lu Room)
Standard Room (The Mary Lu Room)
Highlights
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Children's books
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Molly Room)
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (The Molly Room)
Highlights
Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Children's books
23 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (The Lucille Room)
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (The Lucille Room)
Highlights
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Children's books
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (The Jessica Room)
Standard Room, Non Smoking (The Jessica Room)
Highlights
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Children's books
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (The Bowman Room)
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (The Bowman Room)
Highlights
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Children's books
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
About the area
Waynesville
The Historic Herren House puts you in the heart of Waynesville, within just a 10-minute stroll of Shelton House and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts. Highlights at this inn include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Waynesville inn, you'll be 26.7 km (16.6 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Waynesville Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Frog Level Brewing Co. - 11 min walk
Bocelli's Italian Eatery - 7 min walk
Blue Ridge Beer Hub - 2 min walk
Singletree Heritage Kitchen - 8 min walk
Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - 8 min walk
About this property
The Historic Herren House
Inn in Waynesville with free parking
As a guest of The Historic Herren House, you'll find a garden and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
This Waynesville inn is smoke free.
6 guestrooms or units
Express check-out
Garden
No smoking on site
The Historic Herren House offers 6 accommodations with a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)).
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
Family friendly
Children's books
Children's games
Conveniences
Virtual front desk
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
No lift
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
More
Heating
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
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Historic Herren House?
Yep, The Historic Herren House has a free self car park.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Historic Herren House?
No, The Historic Herren House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Historic Herren House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at The Historic Herren House?
No, pets are not allowed.
Reviews
The Historic Herren House Reviews
7.0
Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Syretta
9 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was nice room wish there was more for food and stuff
Syretta
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Tiffany
2 Sept 2025
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.