The Greenwood Bed and Breakfast, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, offers four units for visitors to rent inside the 3,800 square foot home. Each room can sleep up to two people and has a private bathroom. The building itself is two stories high and is characterized on the inside by vintage furniture. A complimentary breakfast is available for everyone who stays at the bed and breakfast, offering options such as omelets, bacon, pancakes, and fruit. The establishment is within walking distance of downtown, which features museums, restaurants, and other places that tourists may take interest in. The town, as well as the bed and breakfast, have historical significance that dates back many years ago. Since 2016, the owner has operated the business.
Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is located in Greensboro, North Carolina on an expanse of approximately 3,800 square feet. The two-story building features four units that are available to visitors for rent. During their stay, guests may have access to the common areas which are the dining room, living room, and foyer. Other areas that can be used primarily for lounging are the back deck and front porch, both of which offer a seating area. Every unit contains a king-size bed, as well as a private bathroom and kitchenette. Toiletries and other standard amenities are provided in each of the four private bathrooms. According to the owner, the rooms that include window seats are typically the more popular of the units.
A complimentary breakfast is offered to all patrons during their stay. Pancakes, fruit, yogurt, omelets, bacon, and sausage are a few items that guests can expect. From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM is generally when breakfast is served; however, the owner mentions that she can be flexible to change the time and adjust it to suit visitors' daily agenda more appropriately. The owner can also make certain adjustments to what she serves, depending on if her visitors have any nutritional restrictions or allergies.
Occupying land across the street from Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is Fisher Park, where visitors can engage in outdoor activities. The front yard of the bed and breakfast features multiple variations of flowers and greenery. A small garden can be found in the backyard as well. Eggplants, kiwi, and bananas are a few of the fruits that are growing in the garden.
Describing the building itself, the exterior of Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is a dark green color. White frames line each of the six windows that characterize the front of the home. Attached to a lamp post at the front of the property hangs an introductory sign with the bed and breakfast's name written on it. A dark green fence borders the perimeter of the acreage, and a red brick pathway leads to a set of stairs that ascend to the front door of the building.
Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is within walking distance of downtown. There, guests may find several museums, as the area is generally known for its historical significance. Battleground Avenue is one particular attraction that the owner tends to direct visitors to. For those who are searching for nearby restaurants, the owner recommends The Corner Slice and Print Works Bistro.
Greenwood Bed and Breakfast implements policies that patrons are expected to abide by. One such policy is that pets are not allowed to stay on the premises. Quiet hours last from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, though the owner mentions that they rarely have an issue with noise from their guests. Smoking is not allowed on the grounds of the inn. Lastly, each room accommodates only two guests at a time, parties with more than two people must reserve multiple rooms.
The owner explains that she has the goal of creating an experience for her guests that can allow them to feel "like they are in their own home" during their stay. In an attempt to provide this experience, she tries to make herself more accessible to guests if they have any questions or concerns. One of her main priorities is to assist with guests' needs. A patron who had previously stayed at the establishment commented on the owner's service saying, "The house was well kept, the hostess was very nice and welcoming. She even made me a small cake after finding out my birthday just passed." The owner interacts with her guests as much as they prefer, meaning, if the visitor enjoys talking then she may interact with them more than those who prefer to be more private.
The bed and breakfast is open year-round with the busiest season typically occurring in September and October. Many visitors come during this particular time of year presumably to participate in the tours around Greensboro. Some guests come to visit the nearby museums, while others come to attend the graduation of a relative. Across the street from the home is Fisher Park which, according to the owner, is a notable park in the area.
The owner of Greenwood Bed and Breakfast has owned the establishment since 2016. Since acquiring the acreage, she has renovated the kitchen. Standard maintenance has also been done throughout the course of her ownership of the bed and breakfast, as one of her goals is to maintain the overall upkeep of the property. From the words of the owner, her favorite part of owning and operating Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is "basically everything." Among her day-to-day responsibilities such as cooking, maintaining the garden, and welcoming guests, she remarks that she enjoys each task that she is given.
The building itself dates back to 1905. The name for the business, Greenwood Bed and Breakfast, was kept used with the intent to honor the historical significance of the establishment, as stated by the owner.
One particularly unique aspect of the bed and breakfast is that President Taft visited the owner of the establishment. The owner mentions that this occurrence, plus other historical experiences, is the main thing that Greenwood Bed and Breakfast is known for. "A historic home," is how the owner describes the property.
205 N. Park Drive
Greensboro, North Carolina 27401
United States
Bed and Breakfast
