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The Carter Lodge On The River

2.5 star property
Riverfront motel in Chimney Rock with free parking

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Honeymoon Jacuzzi Suite, 1 King Bed (Room 14) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Honeymoon Jacuzzi Suite, 1 King Bed (Room 14) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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The Carter Lodge On The River sits near Chimney Rock State Park, providing a peaceful escape where travelers can fish along the riverbank, prepare meals on the barbecue grills, connect using in-room WiFi, and enjoy the convenience of self parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Room 16) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Room 16)

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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
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TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds w/ Balcony (Room 9) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds w/ Balcony (Room 9)

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Balcony
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Air conditioning
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TV
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  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

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Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds w/ Balcony (Room 8) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds w/ Balcony (Room 8)

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Room 11) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed ( Room 11)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room w/ Balcony (Room 4) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room w/ Balcony (Room 4)

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Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King Room w/ Balcony (Room 5) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room w/ Balcony (Room 5)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Jacuzzi Suite, 1 King Bed (Room 14) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Honeymoon Jacuzzi Suite, 1 King Bed (Room 14)

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room w/Balcony (Room 6) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room w/Balcony (Room 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room w/ Balcony (Room 3) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room w/ Balcony (Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (ADA Compliant, Room1)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (ADA Compliant, Room1) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (ADA Compliant, Room1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
273 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720

What's nearby

  • Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Lure - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Needle's Eye - 10 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Point Lookout Vineyards - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Grey Hawk Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Carter Lodge On The River

Motel near Chimney Rock State Park
Located close to Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine, The Carter Lodge On The River has plenty to offer. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at The Carter Lodge On The River boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email with a confirmation of bedding type prior to their arrival. Violations of maximum room occupancy will result in refusal to stay with no refund.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Carter Lodge CHIMNEY ROCK
Carter Lodge Lake Lure
Carter CHIMNEY ROCK
Carter Lake Lure
Carter Lodge
The Carter Lodge
The Carter Lodge On The River
The Carter Lodge On The River Motel
The Carter Lodge On The River Chimney Rock
The Carter Lodge On The River Motel Chimney Rock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carter Lodge On The River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Carter Lodge On The River ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Carter Lodge On The River ?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Carter Lodge On The River ?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Carter Lodge On The River located?

Situated on a river, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Chimney Rock State Park is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

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