Ballard's

This house is a short 20 minutes north of Asheville. You can rent this house through YonderNC.com. The house is exactly as described with such a peaceful atmosphere right on a brook and the woods. It has a very open concept, which would be great for couples or families. The large back deck with grill and picnic table is great for any meal and has a portion with a ceiling for the shade. The home is very clean and has a bedroom/bath upstairs and one downstairs. The couch pulls out for another sleeping option. We loved watching TV in front of the gas fireplace at night. There is a fire pit by the brook with lounge chairs. The backdrop is the woods, so great seclusion. The house has everything you could want or need. YonderNC is great with local recommendations and even had a discount to the Biltmore. We used this as our home base for 10 days in Asheville. My only regret is that we didn't allow more time to actually be at the house to fully enjoy it!!!! We would definitely go back!!!! Loved this place!

Ballard’s has it ALL and does it ALL! Ballard’s is absolutely the BEST BEACH RESORT on the East Coast. NOTHING COMPARES to what Steve Filippi has created on this pristine, magical slice of beachfront property on Block Island. I could write pages, but I will point out these 3 unsurpassed characteristics that will define your experience. 1. HOMETOWN hospitality. Ballard’s staff is unequivocally the BEST! Each staff member is smiling, knowledgeable, and extends personal warmth, demonstrating a genuine desire to ensure your experience is perfect. Steve himself is camouflaged among the staff, wearing exactly the same colors and outfit except you will more than likely find him outside his hand extended, welcoming his customers. Every time I arrive at Ballard’s, I feel like I am home. Unparalleled by any other establishment I have ever visited. 2. QUALITY food and drink. I have eaten at Ballard’s at least a dozen times, and every item is fresh, artistically presented, quickly served, and with some special ingredient that makes it the BEST I have ever had. Whether it’s the Seafood medley pasta simmering in Sambuca sauce served on a skillet like they do in Italy or the New England Clam chowder – all AMAZING! Portions are generous, so sharing an option. On the drinks, WOWEE – BEST MUDSLIDE on the island, and all the other creative, colorful drinks just make for a fun cocktail. Did I mention your table has a view because you are literally on the beach – waves a crashing – moon a beaming – its downright dreamy! 3. ENTERTAINMENT to plan your summer by! Steve hosts well-established bands with remarkable histories that play music that makes you wanna dance, sing and rejoice. All of this against the backdrop of blue waters of the Atlantic ocean. Because of Steve’s attention to detail, most awesome staff and gorgeous location; Ballard’s is my favorite affordable resort and while summer season 2025 has ended; I can’t wait to come back and keep working my way through your menu, chillin' on your rocks or dancing up a storm to one of you stellar bands. Thank you for creating this oasis of happiness!

Love it here! Terrica hooked us up with Drinks at the bar. The best! What a vibe. Will definitely be our first stop every time we come to Block Island

Ballards is a short walk from the island ferry, is located on a gorgeous beach, has onsite dining, has multiple bars on the beach and in restaurant. Ballards is a full-service beach resort. Rooms are large for a beach resort and were very clean. The beach shore is kept clean of sea weeds and debris. I enjoyed the fancy step-on activated foot washes. Beach resort accommodations and services are available. The sunset dinner specials are a great value. Ballard has luggage storage should you need or want to stay on the island longer than your checkout time.

There are only 6 guest rooms, so getting a booking can be difficult. Only 3 of the 6 rooms have balconies and great view. The other 3 rooms face the hill behind the hotel. There is no cable TV services, only Roku and app streaming services. I could not send/receive email from my computer nor establish VPN services using the Ballard's WiFi, but I could use my cellphone as a hotspot to send/receive computer email. (Note: When leaving, you need to remember to remove your streaming accesses, such as Netflix.) Not an issue for me, but others were complaining about the very limited parking. In town, a few establishments only take cash and maybe Venmo.

Terrica was the best . I been coming to Ballards for over 20 years and she is the best experience we ever had in the our 20 years trip.she give excellent service!!!!!! Our best bartender ever we hope to see you next season!!!!!!

Terrica is absolutely fabulous!! Great customer service and great personality!! I will definitely come back! Wooohooo

Terrica and Kristiana at tiki high tide are amazing!! Super friendly and just the best. The beach is gorgeous and the drinks are great.

Neosha was wonderful! We love her. Would give her 10 stars if I could. She made our experience that much better. Also we recomend the mudslide

Great stay!

Ballards $20 Sunset Dinner special was incredible. Had the 8oz Filet. Cooked perfectly and one of the best I ever had. Our server Neosha was so nice and pleasant and made sure we had everything we needed. Even our bus girl Kristiana had a wonderful smile and very pleasant. Great experience.