The Brook Trout Inn is located in Sapphire, North Carolina. Staying at the property can be considered a "mountain getaway" due to the nearby attractions such as the Blue Ridge Mountains, Gorges State Park, and Whitewater Falls. Brook Trout Inn is comprised of three separate buildings, with eight rooms in the first, six in the second, and three family suites in the main office of the establishment. A continental breakfast is served daily, consisting of relatively basic breakfast foods such as bagels, English muffins, yogurt, fruit, and coffee. Some exterior amenities of Brook Trout include an outdoor area with a fire pit, a pet area, and a trampoline. The most common time of year for guests to visit the inn is in the fall, when the colors of the leaves are changing.
There are three buildings that make up the Brook Trout Inn, with varying numbers of units located in each one. One building contains 8 guest rooms, another contains 6, and finally, the main office of the property holds 3 family suites. This adds up to be a total of 17 rooms at the property. Two of the buildings at Brook Trout Inn are a unique octangular shape. Additionally, the architecture contains high-vaulted and beamed ceilings, which helps to contribute to the rustic mountain feeling that the owners of Brook Trout are trying to emulate.
Some of the property's amenities include mini-fridges, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, and various desks and desk lamps. Property-wide features also include wireless internet and flat-screen televisions with cable. Finally, more rudimentary items such as shampoo, conditioner, and soap are included in the units so that guests do not need to bring their own.
Breakfast at the Brook Trout Inn can be defined as continental. It is served in the main building on the premises and is made up of English muffins, bagels, yogurt, coffee, fruit, and juice. Additionally, for the guests who are willing to do a bit of cooking, there are supplies such as eggs and bacon in the fridge that are available for their use. When it comes to additional purchases that guests can make on-site, there is a small gift shop where items such as shirts, hats, stickers, and socks are sold.
There are various outdoor features on the grounds of Brook Trout Inn. For example, visitors are able to use a firepit nearby, take one of many wooded trails in order to walk their pets, or let children play on a trampoline. Apart from activities on the property itself, there are local attractions nearby that can be part of a guest's itinerary. Some of the owner's recommendations regarding restaurants include Osteria Del Monte, Villa Amato, Mica's Restaurant and Pub, the Library Kitchen and Bar, and Table 64. The Osteria Del Monte is an Italian restaurant that serves authentic dishes and is located only a short walk away from Brook Trout Inn. Gorges State Park and Whitewater Falls—the tallest waterfall in the area—are examples of attractions within a relatively short distance to the property. Additionally, there are a handful of shopping opportunities within a 15-30 minute range in the nearby towns of Highlands and Cashiers.
One of the biggest goals for the management team of Brook Trout Inn is for their guests to feel at home during their stay. Some notable features that help with this desire are the lobby/lounge area that is open to guests, various tables and sitting areas around the lodge, and a kitchen area that is located inside. The units at Brook Trout are designed to be relatively simple so that guests do not feel overwhelmed. The simplicity also allows for easier cleaning and the avoidance of clutter.
Most of the people who visit the establishment are outdoor lovers and adventure seekers. The wide arrangement of outdoor activities that are possible nearby include things such as hiking, boating, kayaking, and sightseeing. There are waterfalls and other geographic features that are of particular note. Additionally, fishing and golfing are relatively popular activities for visitors to explore while they are staying in the area.
Guests of the property have mentioned their opinions of Brook Trout Inn, explaining that to them, the property has reasonable prices, a clean atmosphere, and a climate that allows people to "escape the heat." Other positive reviews of the property mention the service that they received during their stay. Julie Doerter, who owns the inn, makes it her personal priority to assist her guests in whatever capacity they may require. Should guests ask for a recommendation regarding what unit to stay in, she typically points them in the direction of the second-floor units. One specific guest who stayed at Brook Trout said, "Julie could not have been nicer and gave us lots of suggestions on places to see in the area. You can tell that a lot has gone into creating a welcoming atmosphere when you stay here." Another guest explained the property in the following manner: "Such a lovely little inn. The room was clean and comfortable, and the continental breakfast was great. The property was very pretty and well maintained. Super convenient to Highlands Shopping and Cashiers as well as hiking trails and waterfalls."
The owner of Brook Trout Inn—Julie Doerter—and her husband bought the property in 2015 and did a fair amount of work to remodel it. In June of 2016, they were ready to open the inn to the public formally. They have made various changes to the property, one of which being the main building that now has three family suites to accommodate larger groups. Julie and her husband never thought they would be running an inn at this point in their lives, but the opportunity presented itself, and they decided to go for it.
Julie was a school teacher for many years prior to owning Brook Trout, and her husband worked in construction. When they first purchased the property, they considered it to be in "bad shape," and thus, work was needed to bring the buildings to the quality that they have today.
19259 Rosman Highway
Sapphire, North Carolina
United States
Bed and Breakfast
Julie Doerter
