Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins

Mountain motel within easy reach of Chimney Rock State Park

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Dates

November 2025

12

December 2025

Panoramic Double Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, River View | Terrace/patio

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, River View | Private kitchen | Microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Panoramic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, River View | Balcony view

Nestled near Chimney Rock State Park, Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins offers a cozy retreat with a firepit and garden. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking, or gather around the barbecue grills. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Daily housekeeping
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Private bathroom
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Cable TV service
Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Tomorrow

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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About the neighborhood

745 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720

What's nearby

Chimney Rock State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Ingles Market
‪Legends on the Lake - ‬28 min drive
‪Point Lookout Winery - ‬22 min drive
Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
Grey Hawk Bar & Grill

About this property

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins

Enjoy your visit to Chimney Rock with a stay at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Barbecue grills

Services

Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Firepit

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Microwave
Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Service fee: 4 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 21 and December 27.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Evening Shade River Lodge Cabins Chimney Rock

Evening Shade River Lodge Cabins

Evening Shade River Chimney Rock

Evening Shade River

Evening Shade River And Cabins

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Motel

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Chimney Rock

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Motel Chimney Rock

Frequently asked questions

Is Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins currently open?

The property is closed between December 21 and December 27.

Are pets allowed at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins and nearby?

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins like?

Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins is a short 11-minute walk from Chimney Rock State Park and 13 minutes' walk from Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine.

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Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

View

Shower

Water

Location

Balcony

Service staff

Bed

Mountain

Cabin

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 23, 2024

Great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views.

Kety, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2024

Great place! Friendly owners and guests. Gorgeous surroundings. Couldn't ask for a better getaway!

Sandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 13, 2024

The cutest little place right in chimney rock. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. The room was super cozy and clean with a nice balcony and view of the river.

Leah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 2, 2023

A+ motel

Nice an relaxing

Randy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 19, 2024

Beautiful location on the river. Easy to check-in and easy checkout. Definitely will come back!!

Carrisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 2, 2024

Absolutely beautiful property with river view

Tonia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 5, 2023

Fun stay with grandkids

We had the best stay, the rooms are pretty dated but i was only sleeping in it, kitchen had everything we needed, the location couldn't of been better right on the river and away from the crowds in town but close enough to walk.

John, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 12, 2023

On the river

Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 31, 2024

Our stay was amazing. You are transported back in time to this quaint, little, cabin like room and property. It is quiet, peaceful, and relaxing. Property is right on the river. We sat by the river on the swing in the mornings. I sat on a rock reading a book for hours while listening to the sounds of the river. At night, we were able to make a fire and hang out with other guest at the fire pit.

Kim, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jul 4, 2024

I was met in reception by someone who barked at me like I was trespassing. I took the key went to the room, looked around and went straight back to reception handed back the key and left. Very disappointing.

william, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 5, 2024

I have mixed feelings about this place. The location was ok. I LOVED the creek behind the place and I would stay here again just because of that. I LOVED seating on the porch looking at chimney rock also while listening to the creek and birds. Ok I love nature and the back of this place did it for me. The property itself is fine, BUT only bcz I’m 5’2. I could touch the ceiling and my arm wasn’t even fully extended. Anyone over 5’6 would have to dock. No coffee in the room, but they do provide coffee in the front office.

Yashira, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 10, 2023

The view and location of the river was awesome. The proximity of the shops was great. It was just a few things that could’ve been improved in the apartment itself. When I walked across the floor barefoot my feet were dirty, like they had not mopped the floor / lvp. The Faucet in the bathroom needs an aerator. Could’ve used a couple of night stands. Beds are fairly soft, which is not good for my back but my wife loved it. Recommend having one soft mattress and one stiff. Internet was not good very spotty and no USB connections for charging. We enjoyed our stay overall.

Roger, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jun 26, 2023

The images can be a bit misleading as they appear quite larger in the pictures than they do in person. I reserved two rooms and had no issues parking and getting to my rooms. However, the lodge was much smaller than anticipated with little space to move around. I tried to shower at night but was unable to get the water to start running. There was no one to contact as I had no service in the area. The nearby fire pit area was lovely (but quite dangerous, especially for little ones). I was not aware there was a quiet policy from 10pm to 8am so this might be something to consider if you’re traveling with infants. Otherwise, it was peaceful and a unique stay!

Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 25, 2024

We chose this place based purely on its location and hoped for the best. It didn’t wow us, but it didn’t disappoint. My biggest issue is that there was no one in the office for check in, our key was in an envelope with our names on it taped to the office door with a page of instructions, and we had to call the number on the instruction sheet to find out about things like the wifi only to be told that it was in “the notebook”. The notebook they referred to was buried in a basket that I had to dig around and find. The notebook had interesting information in it, like a page instructing us not to turn the a/c below 70° or it would freeze and we’d have no a/c. The dishes in the cabinet and drawer were not clean, guests are to wash, dry, and put dishes away and someone didn’t seem to understand what that means,

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 8, 2024

Great little place. Just a bit dated.

This place was great. Parking was tight, but enough spaces available. Rooms were a bit dated and could use some general maintenance. Never met the front office staff, but check in and out was easy. The view made up for any problem we may have had!!

Amy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 25, 2024

I would have given it a 5 star rating, but the TV was not working due to internet issues...

Russell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 20, 2024

Very clean and quiet

Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 17, 2024

Good restful stay

Beautiful view of the river and the lady at check-in was extremely friendly.

Marie B, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 11, 2024

I love this place great place to get away

Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 7, 2024

Would book again

Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 5, 2024

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Yogesh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 24, 2024

The water and fire pits behind the property

Isaac, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 22, 2024

Owners were super nice and accommodating. Room was quaint for just 2 nights, not a lot of moving around room. The bathroom did its job, towels were soft and plenty, even had makeup towels and complementary essentials. Just some mold up the walls and on the ceiling, there was no fan in there. The river was the nicest addition to the stay. Since the room was small, it was nice to sit out on the rocker or go down on the rocks and watch the river. The downtown tourist area is a minute down the road. It is such a nice spot we would definitely consider coming back.

Kristen, 2-night trip