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(Previously Saluda Mountain Lodge)

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Stunning Views

Enjoy the stillness of a sunset over the ridges and cliffs of the Green River Gorge from our scenic courtyard.

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Nearby Activities

Hike, kayak, ride, fish, zipline, tube… regardless of your passion, our “neighborhood” is a natural playground.

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Motel Nostalgia

Although we are renovating room by room slowly shifting into the complete Early Blue brand, all of our rooms are clean & cozy. A helpful staff, drive-up unloading and accessible pricing are always key components of our motel.

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Dog-friendly

Dog friendly facility, so your best friend is always welcome to join in on your adventures.

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Central Location

Just 5 minutes from Historic Saluda, and 8 minutes from Hendersonville.  Striking distance to Charlotte, NC, Asheville, NC, and Greenville, SC.

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Ultimate Remote Office

We believe in work / life balance… our high speed Internet allows guests to log in from your room or the scenic courtyard, and then log off and explore!

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Early Blue Room 3

Introducing our first renovated room here at Early Blue! We are proud to showcase this stylish, romantic yet functional room. A comfy king bed, smart TV, Wi-Fi & a coffee pot with local Pisgah Coffee Roasters coffee. Front mountain views and a window overlooking the back. Access to the scenic courtyard is through our breezeway. Room 3 also features a kitchenette complete with ninja foodi 9in1 airfryer/toaster oven, hot plate, pots & pans, microwave, mini fridge & more so you can relax and stay a while.

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Lodge Deluxe King

An original deluxe room. Treat yourself to a romantic getaway in the mountains. Deluxe King rooms enjoy front and back mountain views with direct access to our fenced-in scenic courtyard with a door from your room. There’s nothing quite like the presence that comes with a book, beverage, and yard games with family and friends.

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Lodge Deluxe Double

An original deluxe room. The perfect solution as a family add-on to the Deluxe King or on its own for family and friend getaways. Deluxe Double rooms enjoy two full beds, front and back mountain views with direct access to our fenced-in scenic courtyard with a door from your room. Time slows down as the sun rises and sets before your eyes.

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Lodge Standard King

An original standard room. Everything you need to explore the mountains! Standard King rooms enjoy front mountain views, a comfy and inviting king bed, TV, Wi-Fi, microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, and endless adventures right outside the door. Access to the scenic courtyard is through our breezeway.

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Lodge Standard Double

An original standard room. The perfect solution as a family add-on to the Deluxe or Standard King or on its own for family and friend getaways. Standard Double rooms enjoy front mountain views, two comfy and inviting full beds, TV, Wi-Fi, microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker Access to the scenic courtyard is through our breezeway.

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Unwind

In The Scenic Courtyard

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The view is something special… right off I-26, guests immerse in a pristine vista of the 18,000+ acre Green River Gamelands. Gaze out at 70+ miles of visibility containing ridges, cliffs, gorges, sunrise and sunset, and a tapestry of foliage.

Experience

A Panoramic Wedding

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Nature’s cathedral has never been this convenient. Set the stage for your unforgettable day with our wedding packages. Seeing is believing...

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The Adventure Vacation

Are You Ready?

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Pull that bucket list out… it’s time to check some things off! Early Blue Motel is the perfect base camp to breathe fresh air and expand your horizons...