Smithmore Castle
| Smithmore Castle | |
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| General information | |
| Address | 638 Castle Way |
| Town or city | Spruce Pine, North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Coordinates | 35°56′29″N 82°03′12″W / 35.9413°N 82.0534°WCoordinates: 35°56′29″N 82°03′12″W / 35.9413°N 82.0534°W ⧼validator-fatal-error⧽ |
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Smithmore Castle,[lower-alpha 1] (also called as Smithmore) is a five-star rated hotel[1] and private mountain estate to the northeast of Spruce Pine, North Carolina. The hotel was formerly called Castle Inn before Rob Smith bought and revamped the property. It can house up to 20 guests at a time and each stay incorporates different kinds of amenities.
History and location[edit]
In 2008, Rob Smith stated he purchased and renovated the formerly "Castle Inn" with his family and renamed it with his last name with consideration for the property's "idyllic" surroundings.[2] Eventually, in 2017, Smith opened it for events and listed it on Vrbo and Airbnb by 2019 as they remarked that they "loved" the property and liked accommodating people on the castle.[2] Smithmore is a working hotel with a restaurant and offers private dining occasions located in Spruce Pine through a "steep" drive in English Knob.[3] The 121-acre private mountain estate Smithmore Castle, also known as the "Castle in the Sky", is found in the ranges of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was called a "perfect place" to establish an atmosphere for a "medieval-inspiration" shoot.[4][5] The castle first attracted a national spotlight after a tailored, Game of Thrones-themed wedding shoot at the 12,000-square-foot mansion was filmed.[6]
Amenities and features[edit]
The Smithmore Castle takes up a British-Victorian architecture, with multiple "worldly-themed" rooms and a Spanish-Tuscany lounge. It is also decorated with imported handcrafted frescos that satisfies the European vibe. A Swarovski chandelier found in the Great Room, with crystal wall sconces is glimpsed in the receiving foyer of the hotel.[7][8]
Smithmore Castle features over 15,000 square feet with numerous rooms but offers only eight bedrooms for guests to rent. The hotel has caves on the property and presents cave tours, a fire pit, and mountain biking. Cooking classes, etiquette training, yoga classes, massages, and other spa services are also among the offered services of the hotel.[9] The décor is integrated into the hotel's complementary Renaissance theme. It also exhibits views of Mount Mitchell, Toy River Valley, the Eastern Continental Divide, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.[10] The property also provides hiking trails dotted with Old English riddles leading the way to locate caves.[2] Additionally, it also features a vintage bar and a lounge by a "massive" three-story stone fireplace. The stay in the hotel also incorporates a private in-house five-star executive chef who'll supervise the variety of gourmet meals served to guests.[11]
The hotel also offered custom and curated stays for each guest, along with a concierge team and Chef Benjamin Epicure.[2] It also has a total lodging occupancy of 20 guests and can host up to 100 guests for fine dining. It possesses 11 bathrooms, smart TVs, coffee stations, and a 3,000 square feet ballroom named Crown Hall. The hall comprises a commercial kitchen, brides powder room, and separate commercial men's and women's restrooms.[9] The hall was mainly developed for hosting weddings and receptions.[12] Guests can also reserve weddings and additional events at Smithmore Castle itself. Guests can also participate in the amenities the hotel offers, such as massages, piloted hikes, cooking lessons, and an onsite restaurant.[13]
Notes[edit]
- ↑ also known as the "Castle in the Sky"
References[edit]
- ↑ "Concierge". Smithmore Castle. Archived from the original on July 19, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Smithmore Castle in North Carolina is the Stuff of Sugar Plum Fairy Dreams". Southern Living. November 19, 2021. Archived from the original on November 20, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Taylor, DeAnna (June 19, 2022). "Top 12 things to do in North Carolina: from mountain escapes to the Outer Banks and grand castles". Lonely Planet. Archived from the original on June 19, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Roberts, Samie (February 12, 2017). "Game of Thrones Styled Shoot". Katherine Elena Photography. Archived from the original on April 24, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Brown, Maggie (April 28, 2022). "Some of the most unique Airbnbs you can book in North Carolina". WRAL. Archived from the original on April 28, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Moody, Aaron (July 13, 2017). "A 'Game of Thrones' wedding shoot. Wait, have they heard what happens at the Red Wedding?". The News & Observer. Archived from the original on July 15, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Gullion, John (January 6, 2022). "Guests can now stay in this unbelievable castle in North Carolina". The Smokies. Archived from the original on July 19, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Jarvis, Robin (June 29, 2020). "You Can Rent The Entire Smithmore Castle In North Carolina For Less Than You Might Think". OnlyInYourState. Archived from the original on August 22, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 9.0 9.1 "History". Smithmore Castle. Archived from the original on July 31, 2022. Retrieved July 31, 2022.
- ↑ Manning, Megan (January 6, 2020). "This Airbnb In North Carolina Looks Like Something Out Of A Fairytale". Narcity. Archived from the original on June 19, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Want to Live Royally? These Amazing U.S. Castles Are All Available on Airbnb". Thrillist. April 12, 2021. Archived from the original on April 12, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Isaacs, Jessica (March 11, 2016). "In the Spotlight: High Country Venues Offer Beautiful Views for Weddings and Events". High Country Press. Archived from the original on July 19, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Jensen, Danny (February 3, 2022). "Real Castles Where You Can Stay Overnight". Cheapism. Archived from the original on April 2, 2022. Retrieved July 19, 2022. Unknown parameter
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