the motel
Stunning Views
Enjoy the stillness of a sunset over the ridges and cliffs of the Green River Gorge from our scenic courtyard.
Nearby Activities
Hike, kayak, ride, fish, zipline, tube… regardless of your passion, our “neighborhood” is a natural playground.
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.
Dog-friendly
Dog friendly facility, so your best friend is always welcome to join in on your adventures.
Central Location
Just 5 minutes from Historic Saluda, and 8 minutes from Hendersonville. Striking distance to Charlotte, NC, Asheville, NC, and Greenville, SC.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Unwind
In The Scenic Courtyard
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
Nature’s cathedral has never been this convenient. Set the stage for your unforgettable day with our wedding packages. Seeing is believing...
The Adventure Vacation
Are You Ready?
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...