First of all, the whirlpool tub fills from a spigot located in the ceiling.

As if a column of water dropping from the ceiling isn't enough, lights twinkle beneath a glass-tiled, heated bathroom floor, and a rain shower head with an outflow of tropical dimension promises to soothe well-traveled muscles and wash away any doubts of having made any mistakes in choosing stay at the 1900 Inn on Montford.

The house is kept in good order, its walls covered with interesting, engaging artwork, and the rooms furnished very sumptuously with a tasteful blend of styles both contemporary and antique. Its keeper, Lynn, is very charming, friendly, approachable, social, and funny.

My wife and I stayed in the Fitzgerald room, which is upstairs in the main house (there are rooms in the carriage house, too). The room is dominated by a king bed, a gas fireplace, and an obscenely large flat-screen TV. The bathroom sink is in the room - odd, but still OK.
The bathroom, as described above, is nearly beyond words. It is an experience that will not likely be forgotten. There is not a fan (that we could find) in the bathroom, so the humidity can get out of control in short order if the rain shower is running hot.

The bed was firm (my preference) and there were (I think) about six pillows of varying plushness to choose from as well, although we brought our own - as we always do when we travel. The sheets are clean and white, with enough covers and blankets to keep an eskimo warm.

The fireplace adds much ambiance, but running it on high for more than a half hour heats the room up considerably, so I would recommend setting it on low (it has a remote control) - otherwise you might have to sleep with the windows open and just a sheet over you as we did (this was in January, too). Just saying that you needn't worry about being too cold. FYI, the old windows work well, but one of them needs propped up with propping sticks located on the windowsill.

We don't watch a whole lot of TV, but the TV is hooked up to DirectTV, which we are unused to - so it took some adjustment to figure out how to work it. Still, in spite of the array of channels offered, my beliefs that the entertainment value of television peaked in the mid-eighties were once again supported. Instead, I looked through a couple of books from the enviable collection of art and travel books occupying the shelves downstairs.

In the mornings, a bag with two travel-mugs of coffee is hung on the outside door knob - a very good presentation; good coffee as well. Breakfast is highly recommended and kept us both satisfied all morning. To go into detail about the breakfast would be exhausting,so It's best left as a surprise.

To end, I just have to say that we have stayed at many, many B&B's - and this once has come to be a frontrunner in my opinion. It's convenient to downtown, it's comfortable, it's clean, it's interesting, the staff is friendly, and overall - we were just treated very, very decently. It costs a bit more than other places, but here you know where those extra dollars went to.

My wife and I visited Asheville for the first time two years ago. We stayed at another B&B not for from the Montford and had an enjoyable expeirience so we decided that we would return to Asheville in the future and visit a different B&B. I booked a room at the Montford just before Christmas for a weekend in February. My wife and I usualy have very busy January's so I knew that the first weekend in February would be an ideal time for a little relaxing.
The Inn on Montford more than exceeded our expectations,enough so were we would not even consider staying anywhere else in Asheville. The house is just what anyone would imagine when they think of a B&B in Asheville. More than the house itself, the host, Ron and Lynn along with the innnkeeper made us feel more like guest and not customers from the moment we arrived. Both have a great knowledge of not only the house itself but of the neighborhood and the city of Asheville. We looked forward to social hour in the evening and to breakfast every morning. Ron would tell us the history of the house and of the area at social hour and Lynn would tell about the antiques in the dinning area over a "fabulous" breakfast.
If anyone is planning a trip to Asheville, this is the place to stay.We plan on returning to Asheville next January and there is no question about where we will be staying. Thank you Ron and Lynn!

Mark and Paula Simpson

Our first visit to this B&B and definitely not our last! My boyfriend and I spent three nights in the Rossetti suite. A beautiful, warm, spacious suite complete with very comfortable king bed, beautifully tiled steam shower(my favorite) , gas fireplace with two big leather chair. Two big screen tv's so you can watch in front of the fireplace or in bed. Lynn and Ron have thought of every amenity. Included in our suite was a coffee maker with a basketful of different blends to chose, minifridge, cups and plates, a basket of interesting DVDs to chose from and about 1000 in the main house! Daily breakfast could be in the house or delivered to your door, with vegan alternatives. Absolutely delicious! As was the afternoon delights set out in the sun room, house kitty always in attendence. Not to mention, you get to sample some of the area wine from the Biltmore estate every evening with the hosts. Absolutely nothing I would change except length of stay--it is never quite enough!

We spent three wonderful nights in the Fitzgerald room over the New Year's holiday. This was a special trip for me and my husband, and we wanted a special place- and we got that with 1900 Inn on Montford. Every little detail was in place for a truly delightful stay- elegantly decorated room and common areas, treats/water/sodas/tea/coffee out in the sun room all day, the softest sheets and towels, spa bathrobes, flameless candles, wine openers/glasses, and more! We were woken with a little quilted bag hung on our door at 8am with two travel mugs of hot tea (per our request upon arrival), followed by the most delicious meals served in such an elegant dining room- how delightful! There was social hour every evening with wonderful wines served, and live Bluegrass music on Saturday evening- so much fun! And the bathroom in our room...words cannot describe the indulgence of such a space! The hostesses were delightful, and getting to know other guests rounded out the trip. We will definitely be returning!!