See all properties

The Historic Herren House

2.0 star property
Inn perfectly located for exploring Waynesville

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Historic Herren House

Exterior
Living area
Living area
Exterior
Dining room

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
94 East St, Waynesville, NC, 28786
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelton House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waynesville Recreation Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for The Henry Room

The Henry Room | Free WiFi

The Henry Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Mary Lu Room

The Mary Lu Room | Free WiFi

The Mary Lu Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Molly Room

The Molly Room | Free WiFi

The Molly Room

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

View all photos for The Lucille Room

The Lucille Room | Free WiFi

The Lucille Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Jessica Room

The Jessica Room | Free WiFi

The Jessica Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Bowman Room

The Bowman Room | Free WiFi

The Bowman Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Waynesville

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the inn, you'll find Shelton House and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts. Also, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography is within half a mile (1 km) and Waynesville Dog Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Inns in WaynesvilleOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shelton House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waynesville Dog Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Frog Level Brewing Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Waynesville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Historic Herren House

Inn perfectly located for exploring Waynesville
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 hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)).

Similar properties

Exterior
Parkway Inn
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, 115 reviews
Parkway Inn

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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

How close is The Historic Herren House to the airport?

The Historic Herren House is 34.9 mi (43-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Historic Herren House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Historic Herren House.

Does The Historic Herren House offer free breakfast?

The Historic Herren House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Historic Herren House?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

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.

Is there free parking at The Historic Herren House?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Historic Herren House have a pool?

The Historic Herren House does not have a pool.

Does The Historic Herren House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Historic Herren House to downtown Waynesville?

The Historic Herren House is 0.1 mi away from Waynesville.

The Historic Herren House Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

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

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Doug

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

6/10 Okay

Syretta

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

8/10 Good

Tiffany

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