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Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Chimney Rock State Park

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Panoramic Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View | Terrace/patio
Panoramic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View | Balcony view
Front of property
Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Panoramic Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, River View | Private kitchen | Microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
Nestled near Chimney Rock State Park, Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins offers a cozy retreat with a firepit and garden. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking, or gather around the barbecue grills. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

About the neighborhood

Map
745 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720

What's nearby

  • Chimney Rock State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ingles Market
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬28 min drive
  • Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
  • Grey Hawk Bar & Grill
  • ‪The Highlands Kitchen + Bar - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins

Motel near Chimney Rock State Park
Located close to Lake Lure, Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins provides a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, 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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 21 and December 27.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 4 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Chimney Rock State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake Lure. Biltmore Estate is 25.5 mi (41 km) away.

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Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 299 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dharti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodations, beautiful scenery, excellent price, wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good restful stay

Beautiful view of the river and the lady at check-in was extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kety

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love this place great place to get away
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MELINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views were amazing and the staff was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Amenities
Amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and cozy the staff was helpful and friendly loved the creek behind the room would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a relaxing, family friendly location. We enjoyed the rocky beach area, the cold river water and so many places to sit and relax. Exactly as pictured and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We plan to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cutest little place right in chimney rock. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. The room was super cozy and clean with a nice balcony and view of the river.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Friendly owners and guests. Gorgeous surroundings. Couldn't ask for a better getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Getaway

It was a wonderful, peaceful, relaxing weekend. Staff was friendly and the room was so nice and the view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and staff was incredibly nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the river. Easy to check-in and easy checkout. Definitely will come back!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful view! The owners were so accommodating and sweet. A bit older but comfy beds and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place

it was a bit small but very confortable. the sifa bed was pretty good. overall, it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property with river view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and welcoming. We're also a LGBTQ couple and felt safe here. Will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Andreina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A+ motel

Nice an relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Evening Shade and have visited many times. Clean and comfortable. Right on the river. Within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024