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WELCOME................ 5 HOTEL SERVICES.... 9 DINING................... 15 SPA.......................... 25 IN ROOM INFORMATION...... 29 POINTS OF INTEREST. . ............. 35 ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES. . ... 41 FAMILIES................ 50 WEDDINGS & EVENTS. . ............. 54 CHAPTER 72........... 60
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WELCOME TO
It is our pleasure to welcome you to The Greystone Inn. Originally built as a second residence for globetrotting Savannah heiress Lucy Armstrong Moltz, The Greystone became an Inn in 1985 and quickly grew to be recognized as one of the top hotels in the world. Celebrated families such as Vanderbilits, Rockefellers, Fords and Edison have been drawn to the clear, crystal waters and invigorating mountain breezes of Lake Toxaway for over a century. In this directory, we hope you will find all the information you need to plan your moments and days at The Greystone Inn. Please take advantage of our Restaurant, Bar, Spa, outdoor activities and of course, May through October, our evening cruise on the Miss Lucy. Our Concierage team is happy to assist with helping you create your personal Greystone experience. From organizing hikes to personal reservations and requests, our entire staff is available to assist you. Check out is at 11:00am. If your departure schedule does not coincide with this, please contact Guest Services early in the day so we can make every effort to accommodate you. We encourage you to relax and make yourself at home. There are endless things to do, although it’s perfectly alright to do nothing at all. If there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable or assist you during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you for choosing The Greystone Inn!
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AWARDS The Greystone Inn Restaurant 2021 Travelers Choice Award Winner
Travel + Leisure Top 500 Hotels in the World 2021 Travel + Leisure 500
#7 Resort Hotel in the South 2020 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
#6 Resort in The South 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
#11 in The South’s Best Historic Hotels 2020 Southern Living
#12 Resort Hotel in the South / #98 in the US 2019 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
OUR STORY It was 1910 when Socialite Lucy Armstrong and her husband, George, a prominent Savannah businessman, began vacationing on Lake Toxaway, staying at the wellknown Toxaway Inn alongside Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, Firestones and others. The story is told that Lucy had become so enamored with the area that one day in 1913, she asked her husband to build a vacation home on the shores of Lake Toxaway. In what is assumed to be an effort to deter her, he suggested that she select an ideal spot and camp out all summer before making a final decision. In the summer of 1913, Lucy chose a rocky knoll on a short peninsula on the Western shoreline of Lake Toxaway for her home site and proceeded to “camp” in true style. She started by having a hardwood floor built, then covered it with a 2,000-square foot tent, and completed her camp by setting up a smaller tent next door to house 11 servants. True to his word, George built a lake home on that very spot, which was completed in 1915 and called Hillmont. Lucy herself laid out the original structure, with board and batten siding stained grey with white trim and architectural details similar to Swiss mountain chalets she had seen on her trips to Europe; casement windows, flower boxes and balconies embellished with small triangular cutouts. And, with the help of prominent Atlanta architects Heinz and Reid the architectural plans were drawn. In 1916 a tremendous flood caused the Toxaway dam to burst. Residents reported seeing a 30-foot-tall wave that left debris nearly 4 miles downstream and created scars on the landscape that can still be seen today. Old timers say that Mrs. Armstrong was rowing on the lake when the dam burst and as she came ashore, the water level had already begun to recede. The lake emptied and so did the steady stream of vacationers. Although the Toxaway Inn never reopened, the Armstrong’s did not desert their retreat. Undeterred, Lucy continued to visit her mountain home, and after her husband’s death in 1924 made Lake Toxaway her permanent residence. In the early 1930’s, Lucy remarried local business man Carl Moltz. The two entertained frequently and expanded the home to include a larger dining room and sunroom, a kitchen wing with upstairs bedrooms, and a free-standing library with a downstairs cooking and canning room. Lucy was a big supporter of the local community. Teaching women skills that included cooking, canning and homemaking and during the difficult days of the depression, Lucy created jobs on her estate for people. She loved children, often hosting picnics and paid for over two dozen young people to attend college. Throughout her life, Lucy’s faith that the lake would be restored remained strong. In 1961, her prayers were answered when the Lake Toxaway Company bought the lake bed, repaired the dam, and restored the lakes waters. Having traveled the world twice, Lucy believed Lake Toxaway to be the most beautiful and special place in the world. Her only wish when she sold her property was that it be enjoyed by many. The Greystone Inn was opened in 1985 and fulfilled that wish under the stewardship of a family from Atlanta called the Lovelaces.
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THE LOVELACE ERA One day in 1984, friends Reg Heinitsh, Jr. and Tim Lovelace were driving around the lake when they passed the former estate of Lucy Armstrong Moltz. Lucy’s beloved property had barely survived her almost two-decade absence. Originally sold to the Heinitsch family as the temporary clubhouse for the Lake Toxaway Country Club, eventually the home was left empty, drained of life and almost destroyed by developers. Retired early from his Maryland investment firm, Tim is quoted as saying “he must have been bored the day Reg suggested the old house would make a promising inn,” because a week later, he began negotiations to purchase the home and once again open it up to guests. As Tim and his wife Boo Boo began renovating the grande old dame, they made every effort to keep the original flow and ambience of the home. Inspired by the distinctive stonework surrounding the property, the family renamed Lucy’s Hillmont estate, the Greystone Inn and opened for business July 15, 1985. The Lovelace’s approach to inn-keeping paralleled the original purpose of the estate. When interviewed after opening Tim said, “Since 1915, this wonderful mansion has been a private home, and today it is still extending comfort and elegance. It’s not a hotel or motel, it’s our home. We treat our customers like guests in our home.” Lovelace was famous for his pre-dinner spin around the lake, enlivened by his stories of ‘America’s Switzerland’ as the area was commonly referred to at the turn of the century. The romantic raconteur would point out the site where the legendary Lake Toxaway Inn welcomed guests like Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, John D. Rockefeller and of course, Lucy Armstrong Moltz, before she built her home on the lake. In 2005, Tim decided to retire again, leaving son Clark to carry on his family’s tradition in his role as the Inn’s general manager. Clark grew up working at the Greystone Inn but left to gain additional experience with resorts like the Greenbrier and Fearrington House. By the time Tim was ready to retire, Clark was ready to take over. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Greystone Inn has enjoyed tremendous success. Popular with travelers from around the world, it has been featured in more than 200 magazine and newspaper articles in the US and abroad. The Greystone Inn’s exceptional guest services were recognized with AAA Four-Diamond Awards, Country Inn Magazine’s Most Romantic Inn awards, MostRomantic Spots in the South with Southern Living magazine, Guest room of the year award from Andrew Harper, Andrew Harper’s Grand Award, Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure magazines World’s Best Awards
TODAY In 1915, Lucy Armstrong Moltz built her very special home in a community she loved. Lucy’s only request when she sold her home was that it be enjoyed by many and in 1985, the Lovelace family did exactly that; creating an Inn so spectacular it was recognized as one of the top hotels in the world and introduced a new generation of people to Lake Toxaway. On November 1, 2017, the baton was passed: it is now our honor and privilege to continue the legacy of gracious hospitality as the caretakers of this spectacular property. It will be our pleasure to welcome you to the Greystone Inn.
Sincerely, Shannon & Geoffrey Ellis
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SUSTAINABILITY POLICY The Greystone Inn is committed to minimizing our overall impact on the environment without sacrificing the comfort and enjoyment of our guests. We strive to conserve water and energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality and minimize waste. We educate our employees and suppliers about the importance of environmentally respectful conduct and have an environmentally preferred purchasing policy in place. People have come to Lake Toxaway for over a century to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the area. We are committed to preserving this rich legacy for generations to come. We’ve implemented more than 100 planet friendly practices to make our hotel, restaurant and spa a better place. So, when you’re staying with us, dining with us or relaxing with us, rest assured we’re doing everything we can to create a sustainable experience.
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HOTEL SERVICES LAKESIDE DINING ROOM The day begins and ends in our Lakeside Dining Room. Known for its breathtaking views of the lake and mountains, guests enjoy fresh, seasonal cuisine prepared by our award-winning Chef. MONDAY - SATURDAY • Breakfast 8am – 11am • Lunch 12pm – 3pm • Dinner 5pm – 10pm* SUNDAY • Brunch 11am – 2pm • Dinner 5pm –10pm*
MANSION BAR We invite you to enjoy our Mansion Bar and the easy-going elegance that defines The Greystone experience. Our bar menu featuring small plates of bar favorites like chicken wings and butcher boards. Enjoy a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, a hand-crafted cocktail or an ice-cold beer. Immerse yourself in our living room and enjoy the ambience that makes our bar a favorite for guests and a gathering place for the community. MONDAY - SATURDAY • 3 pm - 10pm* SUNDAY • 2pm - 10pm*
PICNICS & ACTIVITY BAGS Allow us to pack a picnic for you to enjoy! Select a basket or backpack and let us fill it with one of our picnics or activity bags designed uniquely for you. Our picnics are packed in re-usable picnic baskets/bags or backpacks, we ask for a $75 deposit for the use of these and hope for their safe return. Please specify if you would like your picnic to be fully disposable.
SPA Your relaxation and rejuvenation are the goals of our Spa. Upon entering our water’s edge spa, guests are given robes and welcomed to enjoy an alfresco spa lunch or simply relax as they await their therapy. Facials, massages and herbal body treatments are among the services offered in our spa. Open daily from 10am – 6pm
SPA RETAIL Our health and beauty products used in our Spa and recommended for your daily home care regimen, are available through our Spa Retail located in our Waters Edge Spa. We are pleased to represent the following brands in our Spa: Dermalogica skin therapies and DreamTime Armotherapy products. Open daily from 10am – 6pm
GREYSTONE RETAIL The Greystone lifestyle is reflected in the merchandise on display in our Retail Cabinet. Take a moment to explore and we’re sure you’ll find just the ‘treasure’ to gladden your heart and keep the memories of your visit alive.
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MISS LUCY CRUISE For wooden boat enthusiasts, The Miss Lucy is a big attraction. This 26-passenger handcrafted mahogany boat made by the hundred-year-old legendary Hacker-Craft Company, escorts guests on a nightly sunset cruise. The quiet leisurely pace of the Miss Lucy is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a tour of the expansive lake and lavish lakeside homes. 12pm and 5pm daily May–October (weather permitting). Please RSVP 24 hours in advance to confirm your reservation. Don’t forget to grab a cocktail and meet at the boat dock 15 minutes prior to departure time. Hotel guest enjoy one complimentary cruise per visit. Restaurant guests $25 per cruise (limited availability, reservations must be made in advance). Private, one hour Miss Lucy cruises are available for $350.
CANOE, KAYAKS & PADDLEBOARDS A cup of coffee and an early morning kayak or paddleboard around the lake is sure to get your day started off on the right foot. Reservations can be made through Guest Services. Our Canoe is $20 per hour, Paddle boards $20 per hour, Kayaks $16 per hour, Pedal boat $20 per hour, and Adirondack guide boat is $20 per hour. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Should you wish to rent a pontoon, ski or fishing boat, they are available at the Marina. We recommend everyone wear a life preserver.
FISHING There are 9 species of fish in the 640-acre Lake Toxaway; rainbow and brown trout, large and small mouth bass, rock bass, walleye, catfish, and blue gill, all game fish. With such limited access to the lake, those who enjoy fishing will experience quite the catch. Fishing boats and guides are available to guests through the Marina. A North Carolina Fishing license can be purchased by phone. Anyone caught fishing without a license is subject to a fine by the NC Wildlife Commission. We invite guests to see Guests Services for assistance.
HIKING The majestic mountains and valleys overlooking and surrounding the Greystone Inn feature thousands of miles of trails ready and waiting to be explored. From a casual hike to demanding trails, self-guided and guided trips are available. Year round, hikers of every level will enjoy the endless opportunities to explore.
POOL TOWELS It is our pleasure to provide two pool towels for each guest room, for your use while our guest. Should you require additional towels, please call Guest Services. We appreciate your taking care of the towels and returning them to your room each night and prior to checking-out. Should you wish to take pool towels home as a memento of your stay, a charge of $10 per towel will be added to your account.
HOT WATER BOTTLE TURNDOWN Wishing you a peaceful sleep and pleasant dreams. The Greystone believes that warm sheets and a cloud-soft bed are the beginnings of a restful sleep. Please dial 0 if you would like a cashmere hot water bottle added to your bed at turndown.
SHOE & BOOT CLEANING Complimentary shoe & boot cleaning is available daily. Please call Guest Services to let them know you’d like your shoes cleaned after a day out on the trails Then, put your shoes in the shoe bag found in your closet and place the bag outside your door before midnight. Your shoes will be returned, ready by 7am the next morning.
DRY CLEANING & LAUNDRY Same day laundry and dry-cleaning service is available Monday through Friday. Laundry bags are hanging in your closet and must be at the Front Desk by 7:00a.m. to ensure they will be back the same day by 6:00p.m. A service fee of $30 for same day and $20 for next day dry cleaning will be added to your bill.
CHARGING STATION
A station to charge all your electronic devices is available at the front desk.
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INTERNET Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for all Greystone guests. Guest Password: enjoyyourstay
STAVE PUZZLES For your enjoyment, we have Stave puzzles located throughout the Mansion. Stave puzzles are one of a kind wood jigsaw puzzles, hand cut one piece at a time, by a skilled crafter.
GAMES Board games are available for your enjoyment while a guest at The Greystone. Games are located in our Library.
ART KITS Grab one of our plein air art boxes from Guest Services and find a cozy spot to sketch. Art boxes have built in easels and are equipped with a sketch pad and pencils.
CONVENIENCE ITEMS If in the rush to travel you forgot something, the following items will be provided with our compliments upon request: • Band-Aids • Dental Floss • Feminine Products • Hand Sanitizer • Cough Drops • Contact Lens Solution • Tooth Brush • Deodorant • Fabric Comb • Toothpaste • Shaving Cream • Eye Drops • Mouth Wash • Razor • Hair Brush For your convenience, we also have AA and AAA Batteries available for purchase.
GUEST ROOM SNACKS & BEVERAGES Chilled beverages are located in the refrigerator in your bedside table. Beverage items enjoyed will be charged to your room and restocked daily. Please call Guest Services if you would like to add the snack options to your room.
AMENITIES FOR GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES The Lakeside Dining Room and Lakeside Spa have been constructed to ensure access and a specially designed guest room is available to accommodate the physically challenged.
MEETINGS, CATERED EVENTS & WEDDINGS Our private dining and meeting spaces accommodate groups up to 200 people. From intimate dinner parties and board meetings in our Lovelace Room, gorgeous outdoor spaces with panoramic views of the lake and mountains and our Exclusively Yours buyout packages, it would be our pleasure to assist you in creating your perfect event. Our Catering and Events Manager David Wright will be happy to meet at a time that’s convenient for you. Please coordinate through Guest Services or contact David directly at dwright@greystoneinn.com
DOG CONCIERGE Our Guest Service team at The Greystone is available to assist you with all of your canine needs. Allow us to provide information on services such as: • Veterinarian Services
• Dog Walking
• Dog Parks
• Grooming
• Dog Bakery
• Dog Friendly Restaurants
PET TAGS Should your favorite pet leave the property, we offer complimentary pet tags with our return address for your pet to use while a guest at The Greystone Inn.
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EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENTS It is our pleasure to provide the following to further enhance your experience with us. To order, please dial 0 and Guest Services will be happy to assist you.
HOLIDAYS
• VALENTINES: Jar of rich rocky road brownies $14 • EASTER: Chocolate bunny jar with chocolate eggs $14 • DELUXE EASTER BASKET: Gourmet Easter basket filled with chocolates, candies and a plush toy $50 • MOTHERS DAY: Spoil mom with a glass of bubbly, chocolate treats and a bouquet of fresh flowers $40 • FATHERS DAY: Bourbon sampler with sweet chipotle jerky $22 • THANKSGIVING: Bottle Of Elouan Pinot Noir, Mulling spice ornament and recipe, thankful card $52 • CHRISTMAS: Gingerbread loaf, hot chocolate mix, chocolate syrup and candy cane $18 • ELF TUCK-IN: One of Santa's elves tuck in your children, brings them milk and cookies and reads them a bedtime story $50 per visit • FESTIVE CHRISTMAS TREE IN ROOM $100 Live Trees starting at $150 • GINGERBREAD HOUSE KIT For the very young to the very young at heart $20
ENRICHMENT
• PRIVATE COCKTAIL CLASS: Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class. Learn trade secrets, new recipes, easy techniques to mix the perfect cocktail and enjoy sampling everything you make. $100 per couple • PRIVATE BEER TASTING 101: You don’t have to leave The Greystone to experience the very best local beers… We are excited to introduce craft beer and culture from some of our favorite local breweries like Sierra Nevada, Pisgah Brewing, Wicked Weed, and New Belgium. $100 per couple, $50 for each additional person for a group of up to 6 people. • PHOTO CONCIERGE: Precious memories captured forever. The Greystone provides a unique activity that captures the true spirit and beauty of togetherness through the lens of a professional photographer. Couples, families and friends are invited to connect, play and share time together in front of the camera with Lake Toxaway and the Appalachian mountains as the backdrop. 1½ hour photo shoot and flash drive of all the photos $400. Professional prints available for purchase. • BREVARD MUSIC CENTER: Summer festival tickets starting at $20 • MISS LUCY TOUR: Enjoy a private tour on the Miss Lucy (up to 24 guests) $350 per hour
KIDS
• COOKIES AND MILK: Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies and cold milk $12 • KID'S TURNDOWN: Our Douglas stuffed animals create the prefect turndown for your little one $15 • COOKIE DECORATING BOX: 1/2 dozen sugar cookies, icing, sanding sugar and sprinkles $15 • S'MORES KIT: grab your s'mores kit and set yourself up by one of our fire pits. Kit includes graham crackers, chocolate, marshmallows, s'mores sticks $15 • KIDS WELCOME BOX: Surprise your little one with a fun-filled basket complete with crayons, a coloring book, a sweet treat, bubble bath, rubber ducky and a plush stuffed animal $30 • RUB-A-DUB-DUB BATH BOX: Bubbles and rubber duckies — it does not get more fun than that! A box full of all you need to enjoy splashing around in a warm bubble bath surrounded by rubber duckies $25 • SNACK PACK: A caddy full of your favorite treats — Twix, Twizzlers, Starburst, Skittles, and Popcorn $12
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PICNICS AND ACTIVITY SNACK BAGS PICNICS • CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD: Romaine lettuce, bacon, white anchovies, croutons, parmesan wafer, Caesar dressing, grilled chicken. $21 • CHOPPED SALAD: romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette $12 • TURKEY SANDWICH:baguette, sliced roasted turkey breast, tomato, lettuce, red onion, mayo. $14 Served with a bag of chips and apple • BLT SANDWICH: brioche, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo. Served with a bag of chips and apple $14 • CHEESE BOARD: selection of three local and imported cheeses, accoutrements, crackers $40 • BUTCHER BOARD: selection of local and imported salami and meats, pickles, local mustard, crusty baguette $24 • PICNIC FOR TWO: fried chicken bites, southern potato salad, tomato salad, biscuits and butter, freshly baked cookies $48 • HALF DOZEN FRESHLY BAKED COOKIES $10
ACTIVITIES SNACK BAG • HEALTH KICK BAG: bottled water, granola bar, apple $10 • ENERGY BAG: bottled water, protein bar, peanut butter pretzels $15 • FAMISHED BAG: bottled water, crackers, cheese, trail mix, beef jerky, apple $25 • THE SWEETER SIDE BAG: bottled water, dark chocolate, banana chips, fruit roll up, apple $20
BEVERAGES Bottled Water 3 Sodas 2 Iced Tea 2.5 Coffee 3.5
House-Made Lemonade 2.5 Beer AQ Wine AQ
PETS
• PETS WELCOME BOX: A selection of homemade treats for your pooch. Wag Nut Butter, Botanical Bone Treats and Turkey Jerky for $29 • TURKEY JERKY TURNDOWN: 100% turkey, turkey jerky. A nighttime treat for your pooch $10 • PET SITTING: Starting at $20/hour • PET WALKING: Starting at $30 for 1/2 hr
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ROMANCE
• ROSE PETAL TURNDOWN: Including vibrant floral petals, a bottle of champagne, and two decadent chocolate truffles. Starting at $95 • HOW SUITE IT IS... : An array of candles and rose petals strewn about, and your favorite music playing sets the stage for romance in your suite $60 • PRIVATE COCKTAIL CLASS: Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class. Learn trade secrets, new recipes, easy techniques to mix the perfect cocktail and enjoy sampling all you make. $100 per couple • PRIVATE BEER TASTING 101: You don’t have to leave The Greystone to experience the very best local beers… We are excited to introduce craft beer and culture from some of our favorite local breweries like Sierra Nevada, Pisgah Brewing, Wicked Weed, and New Belgium. $100 per couple, $50 for each additional person for a group of up to 6 people. • SPECIAL ROMANTIC TOUCHES: Surprise your loved one with balloons, flowers, love notes and gifts. The items can be placed in your room or anywhere around the hotel. Price based on selections.
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DINING LAKESIDE DINING ROOM The day begins and ends in our Lakeside Dining Room. Known for its breathtaking views of the lake and mountains, guests enjoy fresh, seasonal cuisine prepared by our award-winning team. MONDAY - SATURDAY • Breakfast 8am – 11am • Lunch 12pm – 3pm • Dinner 5pm –10pm* SUNDAY • Brunch 8am – 2pm • Dinner 5pm – 10pm*
MANSION BAR We invite you to enjoy our Mansion Bar and the easy-going elegance that defines The Greystone experience. Our bar menu features small plates of bar favorites like chicken wings and butcher boards. Enjoy a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, a hand-crafted cocktail or an ice-cold beer. Immerse yourself in our living room and enjoy the ambiance that makes our bar a favorite for guests and a gathering place for the community. MONDAY - SATURDAY • 3pm- 10pm SUNDAY • 2pm - 10pm
ROOM SERVICE It would be our pleasure to bring you room service from our Bar menu in the Mansion and our Lakeside Dining Room lunch and dinner menus. Room service is available during the dining hours listed below. CLICK TO VIEW MANSION BAR MENU MONDAY - SATURDAY • 3pm - 10pm SUNDAY • 2pm - 10pm CLICK TO VIEW LAKESIDE DINING MENU MONDAY – SATURDAY • Breakfast 8am – 11am • Lunch 12pm – 3pm • Dinner 5pm – 10pm* SUNDAY • Brunch 8am – 2pm • Dinner 5pm – 10pm* Please dial 0 and reception will direct you to the restaurant to place your order. A 20% service charge will be added to all room service orders.
OUR WINE MENU Please call Guest Services and ask to speak with The Restaurant should you wish to have wine delivered to your room. Our menu changes frequently, if your desired bottle is not available, it will be our pleasure to recommend a bottle for you.
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PICNICS Select a picnic from our Chef created menu or allow us to create something specific to your taste. Please place and pick up orders with Guest Services at the front desk. Orders placed before 6pm can be picked up as early as 8am the following day. Same day orders required 2 hours notice.
CLICK TO VIEW PICNIC MENU
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SPA
Your relaxation and rejuvenation are the goals of our Spa. Upon entering our water’s edge spa, guests are given robes and welcomed to enjoy an alfresco spa lunch or simply relax as they await their therapy. Facials, massages and herbal body treatments are among the services offered in our spa. CLICK TO VIEW SPA MENU Allow us to make your reservation as early as possible in order to best serve your needs. Open Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. We offer a 10% percent discount to military personnel, teachers and students on all spa services at The Greystone. *20% service charge will be added to your spa service. You may elect to add additional gratuity.
GENERAL SPA INFORMATION Please review the information below before enjoying your spa visit.
SPA FACILITY Our spa treatments are designed for men and women, and are performed in the comfort of our private treatment rooms. Male and female guests enjoy private locker and change rooms. Our staff members are highly trained in their fields, and are licensed and fully certified to ensure that you have the best spa experience possible
APPOINTMENT ARRIVAL TIMES Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your service to check-in and begin relaxation. This allows our therapists adequate time to thoroughly review your medical history and ensure that you receive appropriate and safe treatment. It also allows you time to decompress and prepare for your treatment. Please check-in for your services at the Spa Desk in the Mansion’s front porch Guest Services area. We will then escort you down to our Water's Edge Spa.
CANCELLATION POLICY If you need to cancel your appointment, please provide 24 hours’ notice to avoid incurring the full therapy fee or voiding gift certificates.
SPA ETIQUETTE The Greystone Spa is a haven of tranquility. To safeguard your relaxation and that of other guests, we ask that you turn off your cell phone and speak softly.
IN-ROOM INDULGENCES Enjoy the benefits of select spa services in the comfort and privacy of your room. Please dial 0 and the front desk receptionist will gladly arrange in room treatments.
GIFT CERTIFICATES Give the gift of good health, great skin and total rejuvenation with a Spa at The Greystone gift certificate. Gift certificates are available through our front desk as well as on our website.
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IN-ROOM INFORMATION
The Greystone has been welcoming guests for over a century. We invite you to relax and retreat in the comfort of your room. If there is anything we can do to make you more comfortable or assist you during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask. The Greystone is a smoke-free facility. Guest rooms that have been smoked in will incur a cleaning fee starting at $500. Thank you.
TELEVISION GUIDE GENERAL 104 105 106 111 348 172 118 200 106 165 420 134 133 146 127 179 129 151 131 141 149 383 189 111 120 182 SPORTS 288 289 291 297
ABC (WLOS 13) CBS (WSPA 7) NBC FOX CNBC Escape TV GetTV HSN NBC (WYFF-4) Lifetime BET FXX FX IFC TBS TLC TNT TruTV USA SyFy A&E Ion Life Bravo Fox 21 ME TV POP TV
Fox Sports 1 Fox Sports Carolina Fox Sports Southeast Golf Channel
286 275 281 277 284 MOVIES 147 173 187 167 135
NBC Sports Network ESPN ESPN Classics ESPN2 SEC Network
AMC TCM OWN Lifetime Movies Paramount
WEATHER & NEWS 348 CNBC 342 CNN 354 C-SPAN 356 C-SPAN II 279 ESPNEWS 352 FX Business News 344 Fox News 340 Headline News 346 MSNBC 327 The Weather Channel 157 BBC American 325 Local Weather CHILDREN SELECTIONS 274 TV Land 254 Nickelodeon 258 Cartoon Network 250 Disney
MUSIC 407 414 272 425-474 402 408
MTV Live MTV Music Choice Play Music Choices Stations CMT VH1
SPECIAL INTEREST 233 Animal Planet 136 AXS TV 139 Comedy Central 125 Discovery 210 Food Network 202 QVC 377 TBN 208 Travel Channel 226 Velocity 214 HGTV 279 INSP 109 UNC-EX 153 Investigation Discovery 377 TBN 229 National Geographic 191 Oxygen 107 PBS 108 CW 243 History
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ALARM CLOCK & SOUND MACHINE HOMEDICS SOUND SPA SETTING CLOCK TIME Press and hold (3 seconds) the TIME SET button on back of unit (Fig. 2), the hour will begin to flash. Select the hour by using the VOLUME or TUNE button on the top of the unit, paying attention to the AM and PM indicators. Press the TIME SET button again to select the minute using the VOLUME or TUNE button on the top again to adjust. Press TIME SET button again, now time is set. SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS Setting Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 1. Press and hold (3 seconds) the desired alarm button (ALARM 1 or ALARM 2) located on the top of the unit to activate the alarm set feature. 2. Use the VOLUME up/down button (or the TUNE up/down button) on top of the unit to adjust the hour, paying attention to the AM and PM indicators. 3. Press the ALARM button again and the minute will begin flashing. Use the VOLUME or TUNE buttons again to adjust the minute. 4. Press the ALARM button again to select the source. The alarm can be set to sound a Beep, Nature Sound or play the FM radio. Select using the TUNE or VOLUME up/down buttons. NOTE: This will only pick the source you wish to wake you. To customize the sound you wish to listen to, first select the source as sound, next press the SOUND button to select the sound you wish to have as your alarm. To customize the FM station you wish to listen to, before setting the alarm, you need to turn on the RADIO. The FM alarm will always be the last FM station you listen to. 5. Press the ALARM button again to adjust the maximum volume of the gradual wake feature (alarm begins soft and slowly gets louder) by using the TUNE or VOLUME buttons to adjust the sound level up or down. 6. Press the ALARM button a final time, the alarm is now set. TURNING OFF THE ALARM / SNOOZE OPERATION The Sound Spa is equipped with gradual wake, which means that the alarm begins soft and slowly gets louder. This will ensure a non-jarring wake-up. • After the alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE bar located on the top of the unit and the alarm will sound again after nine minutes. Note: You may only press the SNOOZE button during the ALARM mode for one hour (7 times). After the seventh time, the alarm will turn off and will not sound again until the next set time. To turn off the alarm, press any button (except the SNOOZE/DIM/SLEEP button) on the top of the unit. SOUNDS 1. To listen to the Nature Sounds, press the POWER button on the top of the unit. 2. Press the SOUND button to scroll through the sounds. 3. Your sound selection will illuminate on the LCD screen. LISTENING TO THE RADIO 1. To listen to the radio, press the POWER button located on top of the unit. 2. Press the RADIO button on the unit until FM icon and station frequency appears on the display. 3. Use the TUNE selector button on the top of the unit to select desired station. For auto seek press and hold TUNE selector for 2 seconds and the tuner will find the next station with the strongest frequency. 4. Press the POWER button to turn radio off. SLEEP FEATURE While listening to radio or nature sounds press the SNOOZE/DIM/SLEEP button to activate the sleep feature. This allows you to set a sleep timer for 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Once set, the unit will continue playing for the set length of time, then will automatically turn off.
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SMARTPHONE HOLDER TRAY This unit is equipped with a pull-out tray on the back of the unit, for holding your smart device. To use: 1. Turn the alarm clock around. 2. Place your thumb and middle finger in the indentations near the left and right side of the tray, grasp the tray and pull out
TELEPHONE SERVICES Guest Services............................................................. Dial 0 Local Calls ........................................................... No charge Room to Room Calls .................................. Room number Toll Free Calls ..................................................... No charge Local Calls ........................................9 + telephone number Operator Assisted Calls ....... 9 + 0 + area code + number Emergency ................................................................ 0 or 911 GUESTROOM TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS MANSION ROOMS
Reynolds
302
Cooper
504
Armstrong
206
Rockefeller
103
Inman
502
Duke
301
Silversteen
201
Lupton
604
Edison
205
Vanderbilt
207
Packs
402
Firestone
104
Wannamaker
203
Richardson
603
Fisher
208
Riley
403
Ford
208
HILLMONT ROOMS
Rollins
503
Jennings
102
Astor
601
Miller
101
Baccus
404
LAKESIDE SUITES
Moltz
204
Baily
401
Lakeside North 701
Morgan
202
Campbell
501
Lakeside South 702
Nunally
303
Cochran
602
We kindly request guests call Guest Services should they wish to make a long-distance call from their guestroom telephone.
INTERNET ACCESS To access The Greystone network please go to Network Connections on your computer and choose Greystone Guest. Password is enjoyyourstay
FIREPLACE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS HILLMONT ROOMS FIREPLACES: Should you wish to enjoy your fireplace, you will find a push button located through your entry hallway on the right-hand side. Simply push the button and your fire will light. MANSION ROOM FIREPLACES: Should you wish to enjoy the fireplace in your room, use the small black remote located on the fireplace mantle. Please do not hesitate to call Guest Services for assistance.
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SAFE OPERATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS You can operate the safe with a personal code USING YOUR PERSONAL CODE TO CLOSE – you will find the safe open. Close the door and enter any 4-digit number and press the LOCK (#) key. The word CLOSED appears. TO OPEN – Enter your 4-digit number and the safe will OPEN
SECURITY, SAFETY AND FIRE Because we are concerned with your well-being, we encourage you to take the precautions identified below: SECURITY • Close the door securely whenever you are in your room and use all of the locking devices provided. Be sure that connecting doors are locked properly. • Know who is at your door. If it is a hotel employee, you should verify this by calling the front desk. • Do not leave room keys on tables or in the spa or any other places where they can be easily lost or stolen. • If you see or hear any suspicious activity, please report your observations to management. SAFETY • Please observe all signs posted for your safety. • Please watch young children at all times. Especially around the water and driveway • Use the hand railing provided at stairways and exits FIRE • Upon arrival at your guest room, note the floor plan, location of emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and fire alarms. • Memorize the location of the emergency exit including which side of the hall it is on. Count the number of doors to the nearest exit. • Practice how to lock and unlock your door. Try practicing with your eyes closed so you can exit easily if the room is dark or if smoke is present. • Keep your door key in a convenient place where you can find it easily such as the nightstand. Always take your key when leaving the room. It is important to be able to get back in the room if exits are blocked. IN CASE OF ACTUAL FIRE • Call the front desk by dialing 0. Give your room number and whether you smell smoke or hear an alarm ringing. • If you cannot reach the front desk, call the fire department by dialing 911 on your in-room telephone. • Plan your escape immediately via the nearest stairway exit. • Do not pack items – leave your room immediately. • Check your room door with your hand. If the door or doorknob is warm, do not open the door. Please see next page for instructions • If the door is not warm, crouch down, brace a foot against the door, and open it slowly. Stay low or crawl when leaving your room to avoid smoke or odorless carbon monoxide. Close door behind you. • If the path is clear, proceed to the nearest exit. Move quickly along the same side of the wall as you exit and stay low. • Proceed downstairs, holding onto the railing for security. • Meet in the Marina parking lot. Alert Hotel Management to the status of any other guest you are aware of in the building. Do not re-enter the building until approved by an emergency personnel. WHEN YOUR ROOM IS THE SAFEST PLACE TO STAY
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• Notify the front desk of your situation. If unable to reach the front desk, call 911 • A well-prepared room is your best defense if a safe, speedy exit is not possible. • Keep the room door closed. Stuff wet towels at the base of the door and in all door cracks and vent openings in the room and bathroom to prevent smoke from entering. • Fill the bathtub with water immediately in the event fire interrupts the water supply. • Quickly wet everything using the room’s ice bucket or waste basket. Walls, bedding, and your clothes should be kept completely saturated. • Turn off your air conditioner, fireplace, or heater to keep smoke from entering the room. • Do not open or break the windows – this may add fuel to the fire. If your window opens without force, open it quickly and hang a sheet or towel outside to notify fire officials of your location. Then close the window quickly. Break the window only as a final means of escape. • Move drapes and anything flammable away from the window • Stay low and avoid inhaling smoke • Help filter smoke by tying a wet towel around your nose and mouth, folding it into a triangle, and placing the corner in your mouth
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POINTS OF INTEREST
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY
Known as the “Yosemite of the East” Panthertown Valley is considered one of North Carolina’s mountain treasures with over 25 cascading waterfalls, 30 miles of trails, trout streams, sheer granite cliffs and panoramic views. A destination for hikers, mountain bikers, equestrians, rock climbers and anglers. Trailhead parking is 4.5 miles from The Greystone.
GORGES STATE PARK
Find plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States. Straddling the high ledges of the Jocassee Gorge, this lush park is a temperate rain forest. The park’s firstrate Visitor Center serves as the perfect gateway to begin exploring Gorges breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic topography. 13 miles from The Greystone. For non-hikers, we recommend you visit the Visitors Center followed by White Water Falls to enjoy a less active but no less spectacular view.
PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST
A land of mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls, and heavily forested slopes, and hundreds of miles of trails. With over 88,000 acres in Transylvania County, Pisgah welcomes adventurers with such memorable destinations as Looking Glass Rock, Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock.
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FLORA AND FAUNA
WHITE SQUIRRELS: The local town of Brevard is known for it beautiful white squirrels, even having a white squirrel festival each spring. A few have made their way to Lake Toxaway. WATERFALLS: Our area is known as “The Land of the Waterfalls” featuring 250 falls in our county. Among them are Whitewater Falls, with a 400 ft drop (highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains), beautiful Looking Glass falls, Sliding Rock where kids can slide down the falls, and a few private falls inside of Lake Toxaway Estates. CARDINAL: In addition to being the North Carolina state bird and prevalent in the
region, the word “Toxaway” means cardinal in Cherokee. The Cardinal is sometimes called the Winter Redbird because it is most noticeable during the winter when it is the only “redbird” present. A year-round resident of North Carolina, the Cardinal is one of the most common birds in our gardens, meadows and woodlands. The male Cardinal is red all over, except for the area of its throat and the region around its bill which is black. The Female is less colorful with the red confined to the crest, wings and tail.
TROUT: Featuring over 500 miles of fishable trout streams within an hour, we have
great rainbow & brown trout populations in the area. While they find the waters of the cool mountain streams preferable, a handful have made their way to the waters of Lake Toxaway.
MOUNTAIN LAUREL: Actually in the blueberry family this beautiful flowering plant is found on rocky slopes in mountainous forest areas. Seen throughout the Appalachian Mountains, North Carolina is the only area where this shrub can actually become tree sized. Rhododendron, Horse Chestnut Trees, plus an array of beautiful wildflowers are also native to the area. GEM MINING: North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and foothills are among
the oldest in the world. Comprising a complex mixture of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks that have been repeatedly squeezed, fractured, faulted and folded, these ancient mountains contain some of the richest deposits of gems and minerals in the world. Quartz, sapphire, emerald, rubies, topaz, amethyst, and other gemstones are found in this area. There are a handful of locations in the county where kids can go gem mining and keep what they find.
APPLES: North Carolina produces eight million bushels of apples each year, with most of those coming from the mountains. In fact, local Henderson County produces 65% of all NC apples, and show their pride in this production during the late-summer Apple Festival in Hendersonville. BLUE GHOST FIREFLIES: On early summer nights in the pristine southern Appalachian woodlands, tiny male blue ghost fireflies, each about the size of a grain of rice, emerge en masse to beckon the wingless females. Unlike the lightening bug, blue ghosts do not flash; instead, they emit a steady blue or green glow for 30 to 40 seconds at a time. When swarms of the fly’s drift together above the forest floor, nearby hikers might imagine they’re standing calf-deep in an airy, luminous sea. These unique fireflies are best found in Dupont State Forest.
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LOCAL PLACES OF WORSHIP Lake Toxaway United Methodist (3.6 Miles)
St. Jude’s Catholic Church (11.8 Miles)
St. Andrews By The Lake (4.0 Miles)
First Baptist Church (20.1 Miles)
Cold Mountain Road, Lake Toxaway Worship: 9:00am (828) 966-9017 Blue Ridge Road, Lake Toxaway Worship: 11:00am (Summer Only)
Lake Toxaway Baptist (4.2 Miles)
10 NE Shore Drive, Lake Toxaway Sunday School: 9:45am • Worship: 10:30am (828) 966-4969
North Toxaway Baptist (4.4 Miles)
Slick Fisher Road, Lake Toxaway Sunday School: 10:00am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 884-2140
St. Jude’s Catholic Church (11.8 Miles) Highway 64, Sapphire Worship: 9:00am Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday (828) 526-2418
First Baptist Church (20.1 Miles)
122 Gaston Street, Brevard Sunday School: 9:40am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 883-8215
First United Methodist (20.2 Miles)
325 N. Broad Street, Brevard Sunday School: 9:30am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 883-9025
St. Phillips Episcopal Church (20.2 Miles) 317 Eat Main Street, Brevard Worship: 11:00am (828) 884-3666
Lake Toxaway United Methodist (3.6 Miles) Cold Mountain Road, Lake Toxaway Worship: 9:00am (828) 966-9017
St. Andrews By The Lake (4.0 Miles) Blue Ridge Road, Lake Toxaway Worship: 11:00am (Summer Only)
Highway 64, Sapphire Worship: 9:00am Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday (828) 526-2418
122 Gaston Street, Brevard Sunday School: 9:40am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 883-8215
First United Methodist (20.2 Miles)
325 N. Broad Street, Brevard Sunday School: 9:30am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 883-9025
St. Phillips Episcopal Church (20.2 Miles) 317 Eat Main Street, Brevard Worship: 11:00am (828) 884-3666
Jehovah’s Witness (20.2 Miles)
75 Batson Road. Brevard Meeting: 10:00am Sunday • 7:30pm Thursday (828) 884-9350
Church of The Good Shepherd (20.6 Miles) 22 Fisher Road, Brevard Worship: 10:30am (828) 883-3680
Cornerstone Presbyterian PCA (21.9 Miles) 645 Bert Lane Sunday School: 9:45am • Worship: 10:45am (828) 554-3305
Sacred Heart Catholic Church (21.5 Miles) 4 Fortune Cove, Brevard Sunday Mass: 8:00am and 10:30am (828) 883-9572
Brevard Community Church (22.8 Miles) 417 Morris Road, Brevard Worship: 9:00am and 11:00am (828) 884-5932
Brevard Church of Christ (24.2 Miles)
Lake Toxaway Baptist (4.2 Miles)
1001 New Hendersonville Highway, Brevard Sunday School: 10:00am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 877-4553
North Toxaway Baptist (4.4 Miles)
Highway 276, Pisgah Forest Worship: 9:30am (828) 877-4021
10 NE Shore Drive, Lake Toxaway Sunday School: 9:45am • Worship: 10:30am (828) 966-4969 Slick Fisher Road, Lake Toxaway Sunday School: 10:00am • Worship: 11:00am (828) 884-2140
English Chapel United Methodist (25.2 Miles)
United Covenant Mennonite Church (29.9 Miles) 8025 Brevard Road, Etowah Worship: 10:30am (828) 891-5177
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EMERGENCY/MEDICAL CARE HOSPITAL:
Transylvania Regional 260 Hospital Dr Brevard, NC 28712 Ph: 828-884-9111
DR. OFFICE:
Toxaway Medical Center 16825 Rosman Hwy Lake Toxaway NC 28747 Ph: 828-862-6900
CLINICS:
Mercy Urgent Care 22 Trust Lane Brevard NC 28712 828-883-2600
OPEN: Mon,Wed,Thurs & Fri 9am-4pm Sat 10am-4pm Tues & Sun – Closed
CVS Minute Clinic 371 Ashville Hwy Brevard NC 28712 Ph: 828-883-3132
OPEN: Mon-Fri 8:30am-7:30pm Sat 10am-4pm Tues & Sun – Closed
PHARMACIES:
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OPEN: Mon- Fri 8am-5pm Closed - Sat & Sun
Mission Pharmacy 16821 Rosman Hwy Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 Ph: 828-862-6900
OPEN: Mon-Tues 9am-5pm Thurs-Fri 9am-5pm Wed- Closed
CVS Pharmacy 371 Asheville Hwy Brevard NC 28711 Ph: 828-883-3132
OPEN: Mon-Sun 8am-9pm
Walgreens Pharmacy 382 Asheville Hwy Brevard NC 28712 Ph: 828-877-8600
OPEN: Mon -Fri 7am-9pm Sat – Sun 8am -9pm
TRANSPORTATION ASHEVILLE REGIONAL AIRPORT, NORTH CAROLINA www.flyavl.com
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GROUND TRANSPORTATION TAXI / CAR SERVICE Checker Cab Yellow Cab Airport Limousine Blue Ridge Limousine Bray’s Professional Transportation Elite Limousine Asheville Premier
828-254-1155 828-253-3311 828-670-7488 828-232-4046 336-317-5744 828-274-5718 828-407-0221 (Brevard)
GREENVILLE SPARTANBURG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT www.gspairport.com
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TAXI AND LIMOUSINE SERVICES Airport Office
864-655-5328 864-609-5466
TRAIN / GREENVILLE SOUTH CAROLINA Amtrak
800-872-7245
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ACTIVITIES & ADVENTURES Nestled among the Appalachian Mountains in the “Land of the Waterfalls”, the Greystone Inn is the place to experience the splendor of nature and feel the embrace of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Exclusively located on the largest private lake in North Carolina, the opportunities for outdoor activity are infinite.
Allow us to assist you in creating your personal Greystone experience. Our Concierge team can assist with every aspect of your experience from providing pricing and scheduling to transportation and picnics. Please allow us 24-48 hour notice to schedule your preferred activities
FORESTS & MOUNTAINS
The majestic mountains and valleys overlooking and surrounding the Greystone Inn feature thousands of miles of trails ready and waiting to be explored. From a casual hike to demanding trails, self-guided and guided trips are available. Year round, although winter allows for the best views, hikers of every level will enjoy the endless opportunities to explore. Please call guest services for pricing.
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY Known as the “Yosemite of the East” Panthertown Valley is considered one of North Carolina’s mountain treasures with over 25 cascading waterfalls, 30 miles of trails, trout streams, sheer granite cliffs and panoramic views. A destination for hikers, mountain bikers, equestrians, rock climbers and anglers. Trailhead parking is 4.5 miles from The Greystone. GORGES STATE PARK Find plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States. Straddling the high ledges of the Jocassee Gorge, this lush park is a temperate rain forest. The park’s firstrate Visitor Center serves as the perfect gateway to begin exploring Gorges breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic topography. 13 miles from The Greystone For non-hikers, we recommend you visit the Visitors Center followed by White Water Falls. PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST Find plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States. Straddling the high ledges of the Jocassee Gorge, this lush park is a temperate rain forest. The park’s firstrate Visitor Center serves as the perfect gateway to begin exploring Gorges breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic topography. 13 miles from The Greystone For non-hikers, we recommend you visit the Visitors Center followed by White
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ROCK CLIMBING, RAPPELLING AND CANYONEERING
Whether you are a novice or an experienced climber, this area has the best climbing in the Southeast. Panthertown Valley, also known as the Yosemite of the East, has rock climbing ranging from 60ft to 100ft on its Black Rock Mountain. That is enough to get your heart pumping and give you an amazing view of the valley. In Pisgah State Forest, You can challenge Looking Glass Rock, a large multi- pitch climb up to 600ft. Ask the front desk about guided rock climbing trips with Pura Vida. Pura Vida Adventures: pvadventures.com | 772.579.0005 Cove Creek Canyon Waterfall Rappell Beginner / Ages 12 and up (children aged 8-11 are invited but may need to be taken down rappel with the guide. This is a half day beginner canyoneering experience that includes a 75-foot waterfall rappel. Enjoy the hike to Cove Creek Canyon waterfall on trails that parallel the waterway as well as travel through parts of the waterway negotiating boulders. Participants should be in moderate to good physical shape and be comfortable hiking on rocks. No climbing or rappelling experience necessary. $150 per participant; minimum 2 participants
Beginner Rock Climbing & Rappelling Beginner / Ages 5 and up Enjoy Pisgah National Forest with our half-day beginner climbing and rappelling program which emphasizes safety, instruction, and fun. No experience necessary, perfect for beginners and people a little afraid of heights. This is a great way for family and friends to spend time together enjoying the mountain of North Carolina. $245 for the first Participant; $40 for each participant up to 6.
Big Bradley Canyon Waterfall Rappel Intermediate/Ages 15 and up This full day adventure includes a waterfall rappel that’s pictured in National Geographic magazine! This trip is a 6-9 hour day full of adventure, climbing, rappelling and bouldering. Participants should be in good physical shape and have experience rappelling and/or climbing $250 per participant; minimum 2 participants
Indoor The Brevard Rock Gym has indoor training opportunities for beginners and experts alike with challenging boulder climbs. brevardrockgym.com | 828.884.7625 The Riveter in Mills River adds another option for indoor climbing. Its environmental responsible construction was finished February 2020. It provides new indoor climbing options from bouldering to top rope. riveternc.com | 828.676.2566
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BIKING
Transylvania County is home to some of the finest cycling in North America. BIKE Magazine calls the area “America’s Best Kept Secret.” Between Pisgah, Panthertown Valley Wilderness Area ( 4.5 miles from The Greystone) and DuPont State Forest there are hundreds of miles of epic single-tracks to explore. Road bikers can hit the asphalt on a variety of twisty, challenging roads just minutes from The Greystone on the upper elevations of the famous Blue Ridge Parkway and the flat valleys between Rosman and Brevard, NC. Explore Pisgah Forest or DuPont State Forest with an experienced guide that will show you the best sights and travel on the most exciting trails to get there. Ask the front desk about guided mountain bike rides with Pura Vida that include bike rentals. Available year round Full Suspension Bikes: $90/day Premium Hardtail Bikes: $70/day Hardtail Bikes: $50/day Kids Bikes: $45/day Guided Mountain Biking Beginner / Ages 12 and up Everyone will love this waterfall tour on mountain bikes. Your personal guide will tailor your experience to your skill level where you will enjoy the gradual hills, smooth trails, gorgeous waterfalls, swimming holes and lakes of Dupont Forest. $200 per participant, $125 per participant for two or more (save $25 per person if you bring your own bike) On Your Own Brevard Greenway: Enjoy the leisurely 4.8 mile Brevard Greenway Trail. Perfect for families, this trail is off the road and great for all ages. The best place to park is at the City of Brevard Sports Complex.
Bike Rental Options In Brevard, Nc The Hub and Pisgah Tavern: thehubpisgah.com | 828.884.8670 Sycamore Cycles: sycamorecycles.com | 828.877.5790 Squatch Bikes & Brews: squatchbikes.com | 828.877.2453
EQUESTRIAN Horses and guided trail rides are available year-round for seasoned and beginner equestrians looking to explore the area. Pisgah National Forest has more than 100 miles of horseback riding trails, DuPont State Forest has over 80 miles of horseback riding trails and Gorges State Park, allows horses on their 12-mile round-trip Auger Hole Trail from the Frozen Creek Access to Turkey Pen Gap on the park’s western boundary. Available year round Horseback Riding – 1 hour: $75/person Horseback Riding – 1.5 hours: $95/person
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WINTER TUBING The entire family will enjoy Sapphire Valley’s 500-foot run with a vertical drop of 60 feet! Attendants and an easy “moving sidewalk” get you and your tube to the top and off you go. Hours of Operation (weather permitting) Opening Date: Saturday, December 19th Friday: Noon to 8pm • Saturday: 9am - 8pm • Sunday: 9am - 6pm BEGINNER SKIING Sapphire Valley is the perfect place to learn to snow ski or snowboard. Hours of Operation (weather permitting) Opening Date: Saturday, December 19th Friday: Noon to 8pm • Saturday: 9am - 8pm • Sunday: 9am - 6pm skisapphirevalley.com
THE LAKE
As the largest private lake in the state, Lake Toxaway affords people the opportunity to enjoy a lake without feeling like they’re on a freeway. Paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, guide and pedal boats can be rented through Guest Services. Boats can be rented at the marina to cruise the lake or spend the afternoon water skiing and tubing. GREYSTONE RENTALS Kayak: $16 per hour Paddle board: $20 per hour Canoe: $20 per hour Pedal Boat: $20 per hour Adirondack guide boat: $20 per hour
MISS LUCY For wooden boat enthusiasts, The Miss Lucy is a big attraction. This 26-passenger handcrafted mahogany boat made by the hundred-year-old legendary Hacker-Craft Company, escorts guests on a nightly sunset cruise. The quiet leisurely pace of the Miss Lucy is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a tour of the expansive lake and lavish lakeside homes. 12pm and 5pm daily May–October (weather permitting). Please RSVP 24 hours in advance to confirm your reservation. Don’t forget to grab a cocktail and meet at our front desk 15 minutes prior to departure time. Hotel guest enjoy one complimentary cruise per visit. Restaurant guests $25 per cruise (limited availability, reservations must be made in advance). Private, one hour Miss Lucy cruises are available for $350. LAKE TOXAWAY MARINA Open May–September Motor boat rental: Deck or Pontoon $190 per hour, $390 for three hours, $2,700 per week Waterskiing, Tubing and Lake Toys $45 per hour, $60 for three hours, $325 per week Boat Rental: Deck or Pontoon, 1 hour: $175.00 Boat Rental: Deck or Pontoon, 3 hours: $350.00 Boat Rental: Deck or Pontoon, 9 hours (Day): $525.00
Boat Rental: Deck or Pontoon, Weekly: $2,500.00 Skis/Tubes/Toys, 1 hour: $40.00 Skis/Tubes/Toys, 3 hours: $55.00 Skis/Tubes/Toys, 9 hours (Day): $65.00 Skis/Tubes/Toys, Weekly: $300.00
SWIMMING Enjoy the fresh mountain water of Lake Toxaway. We have a designated swimming area for our guests. For more serious swimmers, we invite you to join us over Labor Day weekend for the 2.4 mile Dam-to-Dam swim.
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COUNTRY CLUB
We invite you to enjoy the exclusive Lake Toxaway Country Club. As our guest, you will be given a membership card and number that will be tied to your Greystone account. Enjoy the ease of using this card as you sign into, and charge activities and meals to your account. Some activities may require a health history form and/or medical release be completed and all activities require appropriate dress and footwear. There is a golf and tennis pro shop available should you wish to shop for new equipment, footwear and clothing.
GOLF
Highlighted by sweeping mountain vistas and breathtaking topography, the 18-hole championship golf course at Lake Toxaway Country Club is one of the premier courses in western North Carolina. The course provides a challenge to high-skilled players yet manages to place an emphasis on playability for golfers of all ages and skill levels. No walking, jogging or bicycling on golf course between 7am and 7pm Golf Course Hours of Operation Friday – Monday: 8am – 7pm • Tuesday & Wednesday: 11:30am – 7pm • Thursday: 8am – 4pm Open Saturday of Easter weekend thru the Sunday after Thanksgiving Green Fees
18 holes - $199 9 holes - $99.50 // Golf cart $16
FAZIO GOLF LEARNING CENTER Designed by the game’s leading architect and Hendersonville, N.C. native Tom Fazio, the Golf Learning Center at Lake Toxaway Country Club features a full-service 20-acre facility that is truly unrivaled in Western North Carolina. This area features a practice putting green, short game and driving range. Private golfing lessons and clinics may be arranged through the professional staff. A ten-minute drive from The Greystone – 1005 South Club Drive, Lake Toxaway Hours of Operation Thursday – Tuesday; 8:30AM – 6:30PM • Wednesday: 11:00AM – 6:30PM Fazio Learning Center Fees $35 Open Saturday of Easter weekend thru the Sunday after Thanksgiving
TENNIS & PICKLEBALL
Adjacent to the Greystone Inn, the courts could not be more convenient. The Lake Toxaway Country Club’s facilities include five Har-Tru fast-dry courts and a fully stocked Pro Shop. If you’re looking to brush up on your skills, private lessons are also available. Hours of Operation 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily • Closed Daily from 12PM – 1PM for maintenance Open May 1 – November 1st Court fees $30 per person // Ball machine $35 per hour
CROQUET
Just steps from the Greystone Inn, the immaculate bentgrass lawns set the stage for a relaxing, or competitive, round of croquet. While many of us have played the familiar ninewicket croquet in the backyard, the championship croquet lawns of the Lake Toxaway Country Club are intended for a more traditional and formal style of play, which includes players wearing their whites. Hours of Operation 9:00am – 6pm daily (closed Wednesday mornings for maintenance) Open May 1st – October 1st Court fees $30 per person
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FITNESS CENTER
Maintain your health and wellness goals in this 2,000-square foot fitness center offering a full complement of state-of-the-art equipment including: Cybex Treadmills, Precor Elliptical Trainers, Nautilus Resistance Equipment, Free Weights, Medicine and Stability Balls. A ten-minute drive from The Greystone // 1005 South Club Drive, Lake Toxaway Guests under 15 require adult supervision // Minimum age of 13 for fitness classes Hours of operation May 1 - May 13th - 8am - 4pm Daily May 13 - October 13th - 8am - 6pm Daily October 13 - May 1st - 9am - 2pm Daily $20 per visit // Variety of fitness classes available - $15 per class
SWIMMING POOL
As an alternative to the lake, guests may enjoy use of the country club swimming which is equipped with restroom facilities and an outdoor fireplace. Located Next to the Lake Toxaway Country Club, Greystone guests have access to a newly updated pool. Hours of Operation and Fees 10:00AM–5:00PM daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting. *Closed on Mondays $15 per person, per day
WELLNESS
YOGA
Please RSVP with Guest Services 24 hours in advance. Available Saturday at 8:30am $20 per person • Private sessions available upon request.
PILATES
Private sessions available upon request.
CULTURAL, HISTORICAL AND WILDLIFE
This is a community rich not only in the outdoors but also in cultural events, arts, music and unique shopping opportunities. There are dozens of festivals, concerts and exhibits throughout the year that draw thousands of people to the area. A list of local events and festivals during your stay can be found in your welcome material. A full listing of events can be found on our website.
SOUTHERN HIGHLAND RESERVE
A private native plant arboretum and research center dedicated to sustaining the natural ecosystems of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The varied topography gardens and forest types found on the 120 acres emulate many of the plant communities found in the higher reaches of the southern Appalachians. Southern Highlands Reserve (SHR) offer two opportunities to see the Reserve. Visitor’s Days are best suited for first-time guests to SHR and are led by a Garden Tour Docent. Private group tours are guided by SHR’s Executive Directory Kelly Holdbrooks and provide the opportunity for a deeply personal look at the true beauty and wonder of the Reserve. Please see our Tours & Events page for available dates. Available April – October On select Tuesdays and Fridays … $25 per person Private group tours available … $350 per group up to 10 people Reservations required for all visits Reserve through concierge or book online at southernhighlandsreserve.org | 828.885.2050
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FALCONRY (curtiswrightoutfitters.com | 828.645.8700) Falconry was once considered “The Sport Of Kings” and is an ancient interaction between man and animal. Guests have an opportunity to experience falconry “Hands On” and fly birds of prey with Master Falconer Peter Kipp-duPont of Curtis Wright Falconry. $150 handler fee and $60 observer fee (minimum 2 handlers per outing). Cancellation Policy: Cancellations within 7 days of appointment will be charged 50%. In inclement weather cancellation policy is not applicable. EXPLORING WATERFALLS With over 250 waterfalls in the area, it’s not surprising to know this area is also known as the “land of the waterfalls”. Whitewater Falls with a 400-foot drop (highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains), beautiful Looking Glass falls, Sliding Rock where kids can slide down the falls, and a few private falls inside of Lake Toxaway Estates, are all just a short distance away. See RomanticAsheville.com's list.
ZIPLINING: (Highlands Aerial Park: highlandsaerialpark.com | 828.457.8296)
Spend an afternoon at Highlands Aerial Park, a world-class outdoor experience for all ages where every participant and spectator feels welcome and included in the experience. ZIPLINE CANOPY TOUR Enjoy the beautiful scenery from a unique perspective as you zip. Experienced guides take you on a fantastic journey across 17 elements, including 8 zip lines, among the many different trees and species of flora and fauna that only grow in North Carolina’s eastern temperate rain forest. THE GIANT SWING Three brave adventurers are secured in a harness and winched four stories high. One rider pulls the ripcord and the bottom drops into an 80-foot arc through the trees.
TREE CLIMB Climb side by side with a friend or family member 40′ up 2 trees in an epic race to the top! Rock climbing handholds and an auto belay. OPEN YEAR ROUND.
BEEKEEPER FOR A DAY
A honey apiary tour will give you the opportunity to wear a traditional bee suit, participate in a personal meet and greet with the bees, and inspect a hive with the beekeeper. After coming to an understanding of bees you will be able to taste the delicious fruits of their labor and partake in a honey tasting & food pairing guided by one of 4 Americans registered with the Italian Registry of Honey Sensory Experts. At the end of your tour, visit the honeyprocessing center and pour your own souvenir bottle of honey; all while enjoying the breathtaking views of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. From the forest to the hive to your table – let Killer Bees Honey sweeten your day. Open May through September • Fridays & Saturday’s at 9:30am – 1:30am Reservations only. Reserve your spot through the Greystone concierge or book online at killerbeeshoney.com • $120 per person
ASHEVILLE HOT AIR BALLOONS
Treat yourself to this amazing hot air balloon experience, floating in the air in a hot air balloon above the beautiful mountains near the Pisgah National Forest. The views will amaze you! $275 per person • Ages: 5+ years Duration: 1 hour (The entire process will take 2.5 to 3 hours.) Reserve through concierge or book online at Ashevillehotairballoons.com | 8286679943
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GEM MINING
North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and foothills are among the oldest in the world and contain some of the richest deposits of gems and minerals in the world. Quartz, sapphire, emeralds, rubies, topaz, amethyst and other gemstones are found in the area. Guests keep what they find on this adventure! Bear Tracks Travel Center, Lake Toxaway, NC 10932 Rosman Hwy, Lake Toxaway, NC • 828-862-8992 Gem Mining - Small bucket $20, Large bucket $30
BIRD WATCHING
Lake Toxaway is abundant with many kinds of bird life. The Cherokee Indian word “toxaway” translates into ‘red bird.’ The ‘toxaway’ or cardinal, is also North Carolina’s state bird. Mornings are extra special when we see the cardinals, chickadees, nuthatches, finches, and the humming birds we call back in the spring with our special humming bird food. Self-guided trips for birdwatching are available at Chimney Rock Park.
BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
A Blue Ridge Parkway experience is unlike any other: a slow-paced and relaxing drive revealing stunning long-range vistas and close-up views of the rugged mountains and pastoral landscapes of the Appalachian Highlands. The Parkway meanders for 469 miles, protecting a diversity of plants and animals, and providing opportunities for enjoying all that makes this region of the country so special.
SIERRA NEVADA DAY TRIP
Visit the sprawling East Coast brewery in Mills River, North Carolina and explore one of America's premier craft breweries. sierranevada.com | 828.708.6176 Hours of Operation Monday - Saturday 10am - 5:30pm • Sunday 11am - 5:30pm
WICKED WEED
Wicked Weed offers free tours of their original 15 barrel brewery seven days a week. Tours include a commemorative Wicked Weed sampling glass, a delicious Wicked Weed beer, a discount for our bottle shop and an intimate & personalized behind-the-scenes look at what makes their Brewpub the second most visited tourist attraction in Asheville wickedweedbrewing.com | 828.575.9599 Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday 11am - 11pm • Friday - Sunday 11am - 12am
TRANSYLVANIA HERITAGE MUSEUM: (transylvaniaheritage.org)
This fascinating museum works to preserve the historical heritage of Transylvania county and its families through educational programs, collections of artifacts, and heritage/cultural activities. Wed–Fri 10am–5pm Sat 11am–3pm
CRADLE OF FORESTRY
Walk down lush forest trails to historic cabins, climb aboard a real logging train and, at the Forest Discovery Center, explore hands-on exhibits and films that show how America’s first forestry school shaped the modern forest conservation movement. Open Wed–Sun 10am–4pm $6.00 per person, Free for youth ages 4–12
THE ALLISON DEAVER HOUSE
The historic Allison-Deaver House provides visitors a rare glimpse into 19th century life in Transylvania. Its grounds and gardens offer picnic spots and event spaces throughout the year.
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THE SILVERMONT MANSION
Completed in 1917, this gracious 33-room Greek Revival mansion offers eight acres of recreational opportunities, popular Thursday night bluegrass jams and a free museum
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA AIR MUSEUM
Antique aircraft. Dedicated to Preserving and Promoting the Flying Heritage of the Western North Carolina Mountains region. Open Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 12pm - 5pm
SWANNANOA VALLEY MUSEUM & HISTORY CENTER
Museum in a 1921 firehouse tracing regional history with photos, artifacts & temporary exhibitions. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm
THE WCU FINE ART MUSEUM
WCU Fine Art Museum at Bardo Arts Center features four galleries, a growing permanent collection, and exhibitions highlighting regional, national, and international artists. The museum facilitates scholarly research and provides lifelong learning opportunities for individuals of all ages by collecting, interpreting, and showcasing cross-cultural innovation in contemporary art. Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10am - 4pm. Thursday 10am - 7pm
MUSEUM OF THE CHEROKEE INDIAN
Cherokee art, history & culture presented via exhibits, digital films, photographs & holographs. Open Daily 9am - 5pm
SMITH-MCDOWELL HOUSE MUSEUM
Located in Asheville, North Carolina. It is the city's first mansion and oldest surviving house, and the oldest brick structure in Buncombe County. The house was constructed in the 1840s for James McConnell Smith. Open Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm
FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY WALKS
The monthly celebration of art, food, music and wine happens every fourth Friday from April through December in downtown Brevard, NC. Retailers and galleries stay open late to give shoppers a chance to meet local artists, find distinctive gifts and make new friends.
PISGAH ASTRONOMICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
PARI is located at the site of a former satellite tracking station operated by NASA. Today, it remains focused on the heavens – but with an emphasis on education.
PISGAH CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION
Located in Pisgah National Forest, the Center offers a fascinating look at how wildlife and the natural environment relate to human events and activities. The Center’s exhibits include wildlife conservation areas and aquariums containing regional aquatic species. The Center also offers a wide variety of workshops and programs throughout the year
BOBBY N. SETZER STATE FISH HATCHERY
The state’s largest trout hatchery is right next door to the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education and gives visitors a chance to see how brook, brown and rainbow are transformed from “fingerlings” to a fly fisherman’s obsession. A fun and educational stop for all ages.
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FAMILIES KIDS Generations of families have created lifelong memories gathering at The Greystone Inn. Beyond the lake, the sport and adventure activities, families also enjoy the opportunity to share in experiences unique to this area: stargazing at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute, gem mining in the ancient Blue Ridge Mountains, visiting “The Shadow of the Bear” or the famous O.P. Taylor’s toy store in Brevard, grabbing a sketch pad or playing board games by the fire, the opportunities to connect as a family are endless.
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHTS As a Greystone guest, there’s really no need to get in your car – there’s so much to do on property. However, should you wish to venture out for the day, we invite you to explore our Adventures & Activities section of this book. For your convenience, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite off-site family adventures below. MOST UNIQUE ACTIVITY Only seen from mid-October to November, “The Shadow of the Bear” is created from the mountain peaks casting a shadow in the shape of a bear on the fall foliage. It can only be seen for 30 minutes, starting at 5:30pm, so make sure you plan your outing accordingly. For the best view, head to Rhodes Big Overlook off of Highway 64. Don’t forget your camera! BEST FAMILY ACTIVITY Head to Bear Tracks in Lake Toxaway to go Gem Mining! Sift through the dirt to discover a variety of gems including amethyst, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, moonstone, tourmaline and aquamarine. You can mine for buckets of gems to take home! THE #1 TOY STORE IN THE SOUTH! The famous O.P. Taylor’s toy store in Brevard is a favorite of kids and adults alike. The shop is 6,000 square feet of fun and hands-on excitement. There’s a reason that O.P. Taylor continues to be the #1 Toy Store in the South. BEST ICE CREAM SHOP After an afternoon of toy shopping, you’ll want to satisfy your sweet tooth at Rocky’s Grill and Soda Shop in Brevard. Our go-to is the famous Rocky’s Shake and you’ll love the family-friendly, 50’s atmosphere. With an entire menu full of sweet treats, you’re sure to find your new favorite. MOST ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITY Hike to Schoolhouse Falls, a 25-foot waterfall that tumbles over a small cave into a perfect mountain style swimming hole. Great place for a picnic!
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OUT OF THIS WORLD – OUTER SPACE FUN PARI (Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute), the former NASA site is now open to the public. Enjoy scenic views, hiking trails, campus tours, Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites and meteorite & mineral displays. A 200-acre working research education campus with hands-on science displays. Truly out of this world fun. GARDENS & NATURE… TELL ME MORE! The Southern Highlands Reserve is a native plant arboretum and research center dedicated to sustaining the natural ecosystems of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is absolutely beautiful, tremendously peaceful, educational and a great way to spend time with family and friends.
PETS We are delighted to welcome your beloved family pet. Our exclusive Greystone pets program provides Greystone dog tags upon arrival & gives our four legged guests every creature comfort including, gourmet treats from their own in-room dining menu, a water bowl with fresh water, a plush pet bed and a map of local pet friendly parks. We are happy to arrange pet walking services for you through our Dog Concierge, in order to keep your pampered pet happy & well attended throughout your stay.
PET CUISINE MENU DIN- DIN Filet Nibs Lightly Seared ......................................$22 Poached Salmon .............................................................$15 Chicken Bites Lightly Seared ....................................$10 TREATS All-Natural Turkey Jerky ..............................................$7 Wag Butter .......................................................................$10 Botanical Bone Treats..................................................$12
PET AMENITIES DOGGIE TURNDOWN A little nighttime treat of Turkey Jerky on your pups bed ............................................................................................... $10 PET WELCOME BOX A selection of homemade treats for your pooch. Wag Butter, Botanical Bone Treats and Turkey Jerky ...................$29 PET WALKING Let us take your pet out for a walking tour of Lake Toxaway & some exercise while you take a break ..... $30/ ½ hour PET SITTING Allow us to take care of your pet so you can explore without worrying about their well-being ..................... $20/ hour
PET SHOPS THE GRATEFUL DOG
PAWS ON THE MOUNTAIN
N. Broad Street | Brevard NC
36 Cashiers NC
828-883-4383
828-743-7500
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VETERINARIANS ANIMALS OF EDEN VETERINARY HOSPITAL
ANIMAL HOSPITAL
65 Cassell Rd. | Brevard NC
24/7 Care and Emergency
828-884-3647
205 N. Highland Lake Road | Flat Rock, NC 828.697.7767
WESTERN CAROLINA REGIONAL
PET FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS CUP AND SAUCER THE SQUARE ROOT
36 E Main St, suite 4 | Brevard NC
33 Times Arcade Aly | Brevard NC
828-884-2877
828-884-6171 SLAB TOWN PIZZA THE KTCHN
45 Slab Town Rd | Cashiers NC
44 E. Main St. | Brevard NC
828-743-0020
828-883-3388 WINSLOW'S HIDEAWAY MAGPIE MEAT AND THREE
45 NC-107 | Cashiers NC
170 Kind St, unit C | Brevard NC
828-743-2226
828-877-3773
MEADOW RIDGE DOG PARK A short four-mile drive from The Greystone, enjoy the peace and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ridges at Meadow Ridge – your four-legged family members will love the open space and walking trails. Meadow Ridge also has a playground and restrooms. DIRECTIONS FROM THE GREYSTONE Turn right onto W Club Blvd. Turn left onto Toxaway Drive, continue for approximately 1.2 miles. Continue onto Meadow Ridge Rd. Turn left onto Panthertown Rd. The Meadow and Pavilion will be on the left.
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WEDDINGS, MEETINGS, & CATERED EVENTS The Greystone is a 30-room award-winning hotel with additional accommodations available through our vacation rental program. The Blue Ridge mountains bless us with cool summers, brilliant autumns, magical winters and the rich renewal of spring. Forty-five minutes from the private and regional Asheville airports, The Greystone is a place where people have gathered for generations to celebrate, to be inspired and to connect. The perfect setting for weddings, corporate retreats, strategy meetings, family reunions, intimate celebrations and elaborate parties. Our on-site wedding and event coordinator will ensure your event is everything you wish it to be. Whether you choose to fall in love all over again as you exchange vows overlooking our pristine mountain lake or reserve the entire property for your company’s exclusive use. We welcome the opportunity to host you.
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EVENT VENUES From intimate lakeside gatherings to grand celebrations and elaborate receptions, the options are endless. Our dedicated team will support your event with the best of service, hospitality, and attention to detail to create an event your guests will remember.
The Lovelace Room & Lakeview Deck
This spacious yet intimate room overlooking the lake is ideal for private dinner dinners, meetings, cocktail receptions, strategy sessions and bridal luncheons. The space feels removed from the rest of the resort and opens out to its own private deck. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 50 • Seated: 40 (50 with deck) Cocktail reception: 60 guests (with deck)
The Rockefeller Suite
Built in 1930 to house Lucy’s expanding library, this magnificent two-story, oak paneled room with soaring ceiling, massive stone fireplace and huge mullioned windows is steeped in distinguished history and tradition. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 60 • Seated: 50 Cocktail reception: 80
The Library
The Mansion’s original library is intimate and warm with wood paneled walls, fireplace and windows that gaze out over the lake. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 30 • Seated reception: 30 Cocktail reception: 40 To rent the North Terrace or Library you and your guests must rent 12 interior Mansion guest rooms
The Boathouse
The Boathouse is a magnificent and unique location, with the pristine water of Lake Toxaway under your feet and the panoramic views of the lake and mountains. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 100 • Banquet: 50 Cocktail reception: 100
The North Terrace
This elegant stone terrace enjoys expansive views of the lake and mountains. Guests can drift from the terrace to the mansion through the double doors, enjoying cocktails and the music of the piano. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 150 with lower terrace • Seated Reception: 60 Cocktail reception: 100 To rent the North Terrace or Library you and your guests must rent 12 interior Mansion guest rooms
The South Lawn
Beside Lucy’s hillside mansion you’ll find the 3,000 square foot South Lawn that’s easily tented for events large and small. Stone leads guests down two additional smaller terraces that can be enjoyed separately for more intimate affairs or in combination with The South Lawn. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 150 • Seated Reception: 120 (with band and dance floor) Cocktail reception: 180
The Lakeside Dining Room
The Miss Lucy
For wooden boat enthusiasts, the Miss Lucy is a big attraction. This 26-passenger handcrafted mahogany boat is made by the hundred-year-old legendary Hacker Craft Company. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 15 • Seated reception: 16 Private cruise: 24
Anchored by a large stone fireplace, the Lakeside Dining Room is lined with windows that allow for breathtaking views of the lake and mountains. A stunning location for romantic occasions. ACCOMMODATES: Seated Reception: 80 Cocktail reception: 130
Miss Lucy Rental: $350
Seasonal pricing available. Please speak with our Events Manager for details.
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The Mansion
Exclusively Yours
The stately, Swiss style mansion has silently held court on the shores of scenic Lake Toxaway for over a century. Built by Savannah heiress Lucy Armstrong Moltz, The Greystone exudes warmth with her gracious fire lit rooms, elegant stone terraces and views that will take your breath away. Guests will enjoy the feeling of being in a grand private house, homey yet supremely special.
The Greystone Inn has it all: the beauty of the mountains and lake, the grandeur of a historical past, the comfort and charm of a small hotel and the amenities of a large resort. An exclusive use celebration ensures an ambiance so intimate and personal, you can’t help but to relax and allow the day to unfold seamlessly in the company of your friends and family as you will have the entire property to yourself.
Mansion rental: Food & beverage minimums available upon request Mansion rental is the public spaces on the first floor (2,000 sq. ft.) Mansion rental is available to groups that have reserved all 30 guestrooms
Exclusively Yours rental: Food & Beverage minimums available upon request Exclusively Yours rental accommodates 150 plus guests and includes the Mansion, Lakeside Dining room and all public spaces. An Exclusively Yours rental is available to groups that have reserved all 30 guestrooms.
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The Greystone specializes in events from two to 150 guests. We will refer events larger than 150 guests to our partners at the Lake Toxaway Country Club.
OFF-SITE CEREMONY & EVENT VENUES LAKE TOXAWAY METHODIST CHURCH
The Lake Toxaway Methodist Church, dates back to 1912 and overlooks scenic Lake Toxaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Guests wishing to be married in this beautiful chapel must do 3 face-to-face sessions with one of the church’s ministers, who will also be the person officiating their ceremony. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: 100 seated • Fee: $425 174 Cold Mountain Road, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 Marcus Dodson – 828- 553-0282 or 828-966-9017
St. Andrews By The Lake Chapel
This open-air chapel was established in 1964 under the direction of St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church in Brevard, NC. Today Ministers from various denominations conduct services and officiate weddings. $300 (clean-up of chapel and grounds responsibility of the wedding party) David Burchfield 929-883-8165 or 828-553-4367 www.laketoxawaychapel.org
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Meadow Ridge
Wide open spaces with breathtaking views of mountain ridges surround you. The peaks of Panther Ridge, Summit Ridge and Toxaway Mountain stand majestically against the clear blue sky. A pavilion with wood burning fireplace, two restrooms and lots of parking is included in the rental. ACCOMMODATES: Ceremony: Up to 300 guests Fee: $250 rental. $75 cleaning www.laketoxawaychapel.org
The Farm
Information available upon request.
CATERING Our award-winning Chef will work with you to create a menu that’s sure to impress. Whether presented buffet style or seated, we’ll create an experience your guests will never forget. Upon request, it would be our pleasure to send you our Catering Menu and pricing and work with you to create your ideal menu.
FOR WEDDINGS AND EVENT INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT: David Wright Catering / Events Manager 828-966-4700 Dwright@greystoneinn.com
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CHAPTER 72. INNS, HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS. ARTICLE 1. INNKEEPERS. § 72-1. Must furnish accommodations; contracts for termination valid. (a) Every innkeeper shall at all times provide suitable lodging accommodations for persons accepted as guests in his inn or hotel. (b) A written statement setting forth the time period during which a guest may occupy an assigned room, signed or initialed by the guest, shall be deemed a valid contract, and at the expiration of such time period the lodger may be restrained from entering and any property of the guest may be removed by the innkeeper without liability, except for damages to or loss of such property attributable to its removal. (1903, c. 563; Rev., s. 1909; C.S., s. 2249; 1979, c. 532.) § 72-2. Liability for loss of baggage. Innkeepers shall not be liable for loss, damage or destruction of the baggage or property of their guests except in case such loss, damage, or destruction results from the failure of the innkeeper to exercise ordinary, proper and reasonable care in the custody of such baggage and property; and in case of such loss, damage or destruction resulting from the negligence and want of care of the said innkeeper he shall be liable to the owner of the said baggage and property to an amount not exceeding one hundred dollars. Any guest may, however, at any time before a loss, damage or destruction of his property, notify the innkeeper in writing that his property exceeds in value the said sum of one hundred dollars ($100.00), and shall upon demand of the innkeeper furnish him a list or schedule of the same, with the value thereof, in which case the innkeeper shall be liable for the loss, damage or destruction of said property because of any negligence on his part for the full value of the same. Proof of the loss of any such baggage, except in case of damage or destruction by fire, shall be prima facie evidence of the negligence of said hotel or innkeeper. (1903, c. 563, s. 2; Rev., s. 1910; C.S., s. 2250.) § 72-3. Safekeeping of valuables. It is the duty of innkeepers, upon the request of any guest, to receive from said guest and safely keep money, jewelry and valuables to an amount not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00); and no innkeeper shall be required to receive and take care of any money, jewelry or other valuables to a greater amount than five hundred dollars ($500.00): Provided, the receipt given by said innkeeper to said guest shall have plainly printed upon it a copy of this section. No innkeeper shall be liable for the loss, damage or destruction of any money or jewels not so deposited. (1903, c. 563, s. 3; Rev., s. 1911; C.S., s. 2251.) § 72-4. Loss by fire. No innkeeper shall be liable for loss, damage or destruction of any baggage or property caused by fire not resulting from the negligence of the innkeeper or by any other force over which the innkeeper had no control. Nothing herein contained shall enlarge the limit of the amount to which the innkeeper shall be liable as provided in preceding sections. (1903, c. 563, s. 4; Rev., s. 1912; C.S., s. 2252.) § 72-5. Negligence of guest. Any innkeeper against whom claim is made for loss sustained by a guest may show that such loss resulted from the negligence of such guest or of his failure to comply with the reasonable and proper regulations of the inn. (1903, c. 563, s. 7; Rev., s. 1914; C.S., s. 2253.) § 72-6. Copies of this Article to be posted. Every innkeeper shall keep posted in every room of his house occupied by guests, and in the office, a printed copy of this Article and of all regulations relating to the conduct of guests. This Chapter shall not apply to innkeepers, or their guests, where the innkeeper fails to keep such notices posted. (1903, c. 563, ss. 5, 6; Rev., s. 1913; C.S., s. 2254.)
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§ 72-7: Repealed by Session Laws 1991, c. 663, s. 1. § 72-7.1. Admittance of pets to hotel rooms. (a) Innkeepers may permit pets in rooms used for sleeping purposes and in adjoining rooms. Persons bringing pets into a room in which they are not permitted are in violation of this section and punishable according to subsection (d) of this section. (b) Innkeepers allowing pets must post a sign measuring not less than five inches by seven inches at the place where guests register informing them pets are permitted in sleeping rooms and in adjoining rooms. If certain pets are permitted or prohibited, the sign must so state. If any pets are permitted, the innkeeper must maintain a minimum of ten percent (10%) of the sleeping rooms in the inn or hotel as rooms where pets are not permitted and the sign required by this subsection must also state that such rooms are available. (c) All sleeping rooms in which the innkeeper permits pets must contain a sign measuring not less than five inches by seven inches, posted in a prominent place in the room, which shall be separate from the sign required by G.S. 72-6, stating that pets are permitted in the room, or whether certain pets are prohibited or permitted in the room, and stating that bringing pets into a room in which they are not permitted is a Class 3 misdemeanor. (d) Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor. (e) The provisions of this section are not applicable to assistance dogs admitted to sleeping rooms and adjoining rooms under the provisions of Chapter 168 of the General Statutes. (1991, c. 663, s. 2; 1993, c. 539, ss. 544, 545; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 14, ss. 41, 42; c. 24, s. 14(c).)
ARTICLE 2. SANITARY INSPECTION AND CONDUCT. §§ 72-8 through 72-29: Repealed by Session Laws 1945, c. 829, s. 4.
ARTICLE 3. IMMORAL PRACTICES OF GUESTS OF HOTELS & LODGING HOUSES. § 72-30. Registration to be in true name; addresses; peace officers. No person shall write, or cause to be written, or if in charge of a register knowingly permit to be written, in any register in any lodging house or hotel any other or different name or designation than the true name or names in ordinary use of the person registering or causing himself to be registered therein. Any person occupying any room or rooms in any lodging house or hotel shall register or cause himself to be registered where registration is required by such lodging house or hotel. Any person registering or causing himself to be registered at any lodging house or hotel, shall write, or cause to be written, in the register of such lodging house or hotel the correct address of the person registering, or causing himself to be registered. Any person violating any provision of this section shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall only be punished by a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200.00). This section shall not apply to any peace officer of this State who shall privately give his true name to the clerk or proprietor of such hotel or lodging house. (1921, c. 111; C.S., s. 2283(v); 1993, c. 539, s. 546; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 24, s. 14(c).)
ARTICLE 4. LICENSING AND REGULATION OF TOURIST CAMPS AND HOMES, CABIN CAMPS, ROADHOUSES AND PUBLIC DANCE HALLS. §§ 72-31 through 72-38: Repealed by Session Laws 2004-203, s. 38, effective August 17, 2004. § 72-39. Repealed by Session Laws 1975, c. 402. §§ 72-40 through 72-45: Repealed by Session Laws 2004-203, s. 38, effective August 17, 2004.
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ARTICLE 5. SANITATION OF ESTABLISHMENTS PROVIDING FOOD AND LODGING. §§ 72-46 through 72-49: Repealed by Session Laws 1983, c. 891, s. 7.
ARTICLE 6. ADVERTISEMENTS BY MOTOR COURTS, TOURIST CAMPS, ETC. § 72-50. Rate advertisements to contain additional data. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation, who owns, operates or who has control of the operation of any motor court, tourist court, tourist camp, or guest house to publish or cause to be displayed in writing, or by any other means, any advertisement which includes a statement relating to the rates or charges obtaining at such motor court, tourist court, tourist camp, or guest house, unless such advertisement shall, with equal prominence, contain additional data relating to such room rates, in the following particulars: (1) Whether the rate advertised is for a single or multiple occupancy of the room; (2) The number of rooms or units in each price level where such advertisement indicates varying rates; and (3) The dates or period of time during which such advertised rates are available. (1955, c. 1200, s. 1.) § 72-51. Violation a misdemeanor. Any person, firm, or corporation, violating the provisions of this Article shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. (1955, c. 1200, s. 2; 1993, c. 539, s. 551; 1994, Ex. Sess., c. 24, s. 14(c).) § 72-52. Article declared supplemental. This Article is declared to be supplemental in nature and shall not be construed to repeal any existing law relating to the operation of any motor court, tourist court, tourist camp, or guest house. (1955, c. 1200, s. 3.)
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