Benbow Historic Inn

For the money spent this is not great value. It is a historic structure but would benefit from refurbishment. I paid $325 for a "Premium Queen." This meant I got a little more space, but the wingback chairs promised in the description were not present. One bedside lamp only worked if you jiggled the switch. The buttons on the heating controls were very worn. The windows also did not shut fully. The pub/dining room was overwhelmed (likely a combination of Valentines Day and President's Day weekend). My dinner consisting of Shrimp and Grits and a beer cost $50 and was very slow to be delivered. There is also a $25 "resort fee." There were no facilities which seemed to justify this. To park I had to go across the street to a dirt lot. Finally, I found the staff to be a bit abrupt and unprofessional. There was no attempt at wearing any form of uniform. The historic building has tremendous potential, but a lot of work needs to be done to bring it up to the level which is being charged.

History the fireplace

Upgrades needed broken items in room

Beautifully maintained historic property.

They were having difficulty with the heat. Staff was responsive to the issue

This special place has special little amenities that make guests feel pampered, such as complimentary scones and Tea. Sherry, too if you drink and its in the room. The antiques made you feel like you had gone into the elegance of the past.

Hall carpets need a deep clean but the rooms were immaculate

The location and outside was beautiful

The staff was un friendly. Our room had no Tv and no mattress pad. You could feel the sewing on the mattress (the quilting)

Food was excellent, location is easy to find. There isn't much to the surrounding area, but Garberville a short drive away has good amenities. Great water pressure and comfortable linens. Fantastic staff all around.

Not all of my windows closed, and the tub drain was slow. Housekeeping skipped my room one of the days.

great view from the front rooms interesting amenities like complimentary bottle of sherry in every room the opulent decor will remind you of The Overlook from "The Shining".... especially at night

tv's, fridges not in every room no real view of the river from the patio rooms the neighboring KOA doesn't maintain the golf course