Kanuga Inn & Lodging, Hendersonville

Kanuga Inn & Lodging - A mountain retreat with lakeside accommodations and outdoor activities

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Hendersonville, Kanuga Inn & Lodging provides guests with lakeside accommodations and access to 0.5 hectares of wooded surroundings. The property features a 61-room Kanuga Lake Inn, along with 39 historic cottages and guest houses. Rooms offer air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and some include balconies or patios with forest or lake views. On-site dining includes buffet-style meals with locally sourced ingredients, available for breakfast, lunch, and supper. Recreational activities include hiking, swimming, canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing, and access to a gymnasium. The hotel is 30 km from Asheville Regional Airport and near attractions like Sky Top Orchard and Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. Kanuga Inn & Lodging also hosts conferences and retreats, providing gathering spaces and chapels.

Pros

The property features direct access to a 12 hectare lake with water activities.

Meals incorporate locally sourced produce, including items from an organic garden.

Proximity to hiking trails, orchards, and historic landmarks like the Carl Sandburg Home.

Year-round conference and retreat facilities with seasonal youth camp programs.

Cons

Some rooms may have limited cellular reception due to the mountain setting.

The nearest major city, Asheville, is a 30-minute drive away.