This B&B was perfect for our family with one small child and a dog for our visit to Asheville. The breakfast meals were absolutely wonderful and the rooms where adorable each with their own decor. The propertly was very nice and their was a park and playset next door.

We had a great time and would go back!

This was only the 2nd B&B me and my husband have stayed at and my mothers 1st. I have to say that Leslie was so accommodating! We had made plans to take a tour in the downtown area and requested for an early check in so we could leave our fur baby at the inn. Otherwise we would have had to board him. We also had plans the following day and requested her to walk him, to release some of his energy while we were out. What a GREAT service.

Was very impressed they had everything you needed from extra dog bowls, dog beds, toys, shower robes, shampoo/conditioner, lotion, shower gel to make up removing towels. We stayed in the Rose Room down stairs. Wonderful room, easy access for taking dog out, has it's own outside door. Loved the tub and shower.

Unfortunately we were unable to dine both mornings of our stay, but everything sounded delish.

Would recommend staying here if you have pets. Very pet friendly!

My husband and I travel to Asheville every year and we normally stay at a B&B close to downtown with our dog, but it was booked. So, we called Blake House, even though it is not as close to downtown as we normally stay.
From the first phone call, I was very pleased with the Innkeeper and how informative she was. She convinced us that Arden is not that far from downtown and that SOuth Asheville offers many of the great restaurants and walking areas that are found in Montford.
When we arrived, we were greated by the Innkeeper, who lives on the property with her dogs and cats. The tour she gave us around the house was a lot more than we normally get and there is a park for the dog next to the property. We found that the neighborhood, though busy, is relatively quiet and recommend a room on the patio side of the house since they are the most quiet.
The innkeeper has recently gotten this beautiful old house on the National Register and she has been collecting information and articles for the guests to read. The ceilings are tall and the hardwood floors are original, although there are some spots that could use a good sanding.
We couldn't believe that the Innkeeper maintains the house, the gardens, the cooking, etc. mostly by herself (I think she has a housekeeper and help form a family member), but we were duly impressed. She even spent some time talking to us about innkeeping since we've always thought about buying our own someday. Her frankness and willingness to share was refreshing.
Our dog Lucy really enjoyed the bed and toys in our room and the dog treats that were available (we stayed in the Dogwood). Overall, we had a great stay and now have the dilema of deciding which B&B to return to on our next visit because we love them both, for different reasons!

When my wife and I decided to take a weekend trip with our two boxers to Asheville, we spent a lot of time searching for a great, pet-friendly place with a wallet-friendly cost. We settled on the Blake House and stayed in the Rose room that had easy access through it's own side door so it was easy to get up and walk the dogs when they needed to go out.

The house itself is a little further away from downtown Asheville than we would have preferred, but the drive into town was very easy. The Blake House also has quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and all of the scenic views and hikes that it has to offer.

The Rose room was very comfortable, with a queen size bed, a tv, a couch/futon and a nice sized bathroom. Breakfast was a sit-down, two course meal, which was much more than I had expected. The meals were very delicious and light.

I would recommend this to anyone looking for a comfortable, cozy place to stay, close enough to downtown to be convenient but far enough away to be quaint and cost-efficient.