Testimonials

My husband and I, along with our retriever, just returned home from a long-overdue vacation stay at the beautiful 1900 Inn on Montford. We were fortunate enough to book the Cloisters room for three nights – a choice that we would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Asheville.

The hospitality provided by Willie and Shawnee was top-notch – a warm welcome and friendly conversations throughout our stay, delicious three course breakfasts delivered to our door, homemade cookies and beverages available at all times of the day in the Inn, and recommendations for one-day trips are just some of the extras worth mentioning.

We can say, without a doubt, we had a memorable “one of a kind” stay at the 1900 Inn on Montfort!

We had the most delightful stay at the Inn! Our hosts could not have been more kind or more gracious. We stayed at the Inn for our Babymoon and could not have asked for a better experience – Willie and Shawnee even gave us a very sweet baby gift! We felt spoiled by the whole experience – our room, the Thomas Wolfe, was very spacious, super comfy, and had the most amazing bathroom. The breakfasts were delicious and then the homemade cookies that were always available were the cherry on top. The Inn was also conveniently located within walking distance to several great restaurants and it was easy to get to downtown. We look forward to returning!

This was our first visit & we stayed in the Zelda room on the 3rd floor of the inn. We really enjoyed the extra space to spread out in this suite. Our private deck was an added treat, and we spent a few nights and mornings enjoying that space. The bathroom offered a huge soaker tub and a separate, luxurious shower. Breakfast in the morning on the front porch was truly gourmet & outstanding! Off street parking was a nice added bonus. As wonderful as the rooms and breakfast were, the hospitality was even better. Willy, Shawnie & Jen were so accomodating and truly made us feel welcome and at home. They went above and beyond to make sure our stay was as enjoyable as possible.

What a wonderful stay we had at the Inn! First of all the home is absolutely stunning and decorated beautifully. I have never eaten more delicious breakfasts I was disappointed when I got full and couldn’t finish everything. The rooms are gorgeous, comfortable and have everything and anything you could possibly need. The cookies that Shawnie makes and has available at all times are so good my husband can’t stop talking about them. The live music on Saturday evenings is spectacular. But most of all the innkeepers Willy & Shawnie are the best hosts ever and just super nice people who are so interesting to talk to and willing to help you in any way. I sincerely hope to visit again and explore more of Ashville because we tended to hang at the Inn because it was so nice.

We just returned home from Asheville and I feel compelled to write a glowing review for our visit with Shawnie, Willy (and Jennifer too!). The 1900 Inn on Montford is a super comfortable inn and well appointed with quality throughout. The innkeepers are so wonderful – they make you feel like family – the best of family. Our stay was infused with their genuine warmth, humor and kindness. They go out of their way to make sure that you’re happy with excellent restaurant recommendations, points of interest and their genuine interest in making sure that your stay is relaxing and comfortable. The porch music on Saturday evening was outstanding – so much fun with incredibly talented musicians! The breakfast is delicious and is tailored to accommodate dietary needs. I can whole heartedly say that the overwhelming amount of 5 star reviews are absolutely warranted. We look forward to our return visit with our new, wonderful friends at 1900.

When people ask us what the highlight was in Asheville, my husband and I both agree it was staying at 1900 Inn on Montford. The breakfasts are amazing, and we ate on the front porch every morning. The proprietors, Willie and Shawnie, know how to class up a Bed and Breakfast. The rooms are clean and spacious, there is parking, the Saturday night band is a hoot. Just stay here!

My husband and I have stayed at this Inn 4 times and it never disappoints. Coming back to the Inn is like visiting family. Willy and Shawnie are the nicest, most down to earth couple you will ever meet. Our latest suite was The Cloisters located in The Carriage House and it was fabulous. Entering the Cloisters Suite is like walking into a Villa in Italy. There was a lovely note on the table welcoming us back and wishing my Husband a Happy Birthday. In addition, a bottle of Prosecco was chilling in the fridge, such a lovely touch. My favorite part of the Carriage House versus the Main House is the private patio/landscaped garden. It is amazingly quiet considering the Inn is in the middle of a City. We actually got married at their Inn 2 years ago and booked the Elopement Package, it was such a memorable experience. The decor in The Cloisters is beautiful and the Spa room is amazing. I really loved the water feature, it is so unique. The 3-course breakfast is so delicious and I really miss it now that we are back home. Of course, I have to mention the homemade cookies. They are not to be missed. This is the first time we stayed on a Saturday night and enjoyed the music on the front porch. They actually had music two nights this visit and all the musicians were top notch and made our visit even more memorable. I could go on and on, but words are just not enough to describe this wonderful Inn and Innkeepers. You will just have to book a room and see for yourself. Thanks again, Willy and Shawnie, you are the best.

My husband and I had such a restful and rejuvenating time at the Inn! This was our first night away from our young daughter and it was such a peaceful stay. Our room had the most amazing jetted tub and steam shower! Check out the website to see all the bathrooms!!! Wow!!! The bed was so comfortable and I slept so well. The breakfast was delicious and the homemade cookies were outstanding. I honestly can’t say enough good things about the cookies! Many different flavors were freshly baked and just wonderful! Our favorite was the s’mores, pecan pie and chocolate mint cookies!!! The owners of the Inn are so welcoming, thoughtful and kind people. They seriously are the best hosts! We are already planning on coming back for another stay.
Thank you so much Willie and Shawnee for a wonderful stay! We are grateful!

We were sipping coffee out of our souvenir coffee mugs from the Inn this morning and once again reminiscing about our trip to Asheville. When people ask us what the highlight of this vacation was, we both agree that meeting our dear friends and all of us staying at 1900 Inn on Montford was the highlight. Having a really unbelievable breakfast on the porch every morning started our day off in a grand way. Willie and Shawnie, the proprietors, definitely know how to class up a Bed and Breakfast. And then there are the delightful rooms, parking, location, complimentary happy hour and the Blue Grass band performing on the porch on Saturday evening that complete the experience. Just stay here! Period!

Willy and Shawnie (Jennifer too) beam with welcoming, enthusiastic authentic hospitality. Their energetic passion for creating highly personable and unforgettable experiences for each guest is ever apparent and exceptional. Add to this, their home-baked delights which are creative, abundant and completely tasty and so very well crafted.

Their hosting is personalized, cordial, genuine, calming – all with abundant heartsome pleasures – feels like family! They readily provide useful ideas for visiting unique findings and discovering local highlights and pleasures.

Their facilities are inviting, immaculate, quiet, safe, most comfortable with provisions simply outstanding – including daily treats and a night of live music on cozy porch.

They have the recipe for unforgettable moments and experiences, with our return stays planned. Sad it’s over; so happy this visit happened. Treat yourself by visiting them soon!! Thank you for unforgettable hosting and memories.

Trying to think of the right words to describe Willy and Shawnie’s oasis. It’s the little touches and the great service, the Saturday evening concerts on the porch, the charming owners and their friendly, efficient concierge, Jennifer, how they remember something you’ve said in passing and make it happen, the 3-course breakfasts omg, how you come as a guest and leave as a friend. Do not pass up an opportunity to stay in this enchanting inn.

What a lovely visit to Asheville! I stayed three nights in the William Morris room with my little dog and what a great way to start and end our very full days out and about in Asheville. The food and cookies are excellent, and the accommodations are super cozy and comfy, and there are very nice personal touches (including homemade soft biscuits for my pup!). The Inn is located conveniently within walking distance to downtown, which was really enjoyable this week with amazing weather. Just walking around the immediate neighborhood was really great with all the cool houses and old trees. Willie, Shawnie, and Jennifer are lovely and welcoming. I’m already looking forward to our next visit!

This was such a wonderful bed and breakfast! Willy and Shawnie made our stay so comfortable~ as did their assistant Jennifer! The Inn itself is beautiful ~ we stayed in the “O’Henry” room ~ the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was modern and updated (I’m a tall person so having a waterfall shower was awesome!) ~ there was a mini fridge, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, and tons of storage! My husband took me for my birthday and our hosts went above and beyond to make me feel special!

When we arrived we got a full tour of the house and in our room was a sampling of local chocolate, a happy birthday card, and some Prosecco chilling in the fridge! Breakfast the next day also had a birthday surprise!

The food each morning was fantastic, the wrap-around porch with its wicker seating and chirping birds was heavenly, the social hour was always fun, the homemade cookies were fresh and delicious, and the Saturday night music was wonderful!

In addition, both hosts had tons of suggestions for anything and everything you could possibly want to explore in the area!

Willy and Shawnie are the friendliest, most generous hosts you’ll ever meet! I would 100% recommend visiting their B&B and we will definitely be back!

Easily the best b and b we have ever stayed in. Willy and Shawnie are so welcoming. Home-cooked 3-course breakfast with daily changing menu and a comfortable sitting room with complimentary tea, coffee and soft drinks with home made cookies.

Our stay included a Saturday night when local ‘blue grass’ musicians are invited in for an hour or so of brilliant music. Walking distance to downtown Asheville with great restaurants and breweries

My friend and I stayed for three nights in February at the Inn. We were greeted warmly and felt very welcome to use different spaces around the Inn; one of our favorites was the sunny room with coffee and espresso, drinks, and homemade cookies available at any time. Breakfasts were delicious from top to bottom, and we loved the variety. The owners were more than happy to accommodate a food allergy for us. Though we would have been just fine to have breakfast brought to our room, we loved sitting in the sunny dining room and being able to pop our heads in to the kitchen for a post-breakfast chat.

I felt incredibly lucky to find a B&B that had a suite with two separate bedrooms and a very comfortable sitting area, as I did with the Zelda Suite at 1900 Inn on Montford. I’ve researched B&Bs in many different cities, and have not previously found a suite that allows two friends to have their own sleeping spaces while still providing an inviting, private space for relaxation. The recently updated luxury bathroom in the Zelda suite was a huge perk. So many details added to the relaxation and ease of our stay in the suite — soft robes, Dyson fans, mini fridge.

Although there was ample street parking, it was very helpful to have a parking space dedicated for our suite. The Montford neighborhood is lovely and walkable. We highly recommend Tall John’s for dinner. I had an interest in finding a local historical marker, and Willie was diligent in helping us figure out where to go to find it. We were away for dinner the evening that local musicians played at the inn, but I can’t imagine it was anything but wonderful to hear. Don’t forget to buy an Inn mug to bring home and remind you of your stay.

I can’t wait to return!