The Bentley is Kinston's finest Bed and Breakfast.
The Bentley, Kinston's Bed & Breakfast Inn
The Bentley is Kinston's finest Bed and Breakfast. The beautiful inn is full of charm and winsomeness that is matched with exceptional hospitality from it's owners, Linda and Ward. The stunning inn is also just a brisk walk away from the famous Chef and Farmer restaurant and the Mother Earth Brewery.
The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
I recently surprised my husband with a trip to Kinston, NC for our anniversary. Ever since our Dinner with the Avett Brothers, we have been huge fans of Vivian Howard and have been dying to try her restaurant, The Chef and the Farmer, which is about 2.5 hours away. Kinston is very small and there are very few hotel accommodations. The Bentley sounded promising, so I decided to make reservations there.
The Bentley is Kinston's finest Bed and Breakfast Inn
We couldn't believe our luck when we pulled up. The exterior of the house was magnificant.
The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Gazebo at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
We were greeted by the most charming couple; The Bentley's owners, Linda and Ward. We later joined them for wine on the patio and I have to tell you…even with the anticipation for The Chef and the Farmer, we were actually sad to leave for dinner. We had such a good time chatting and getting to know them. Their stories were so intriguing. Time flew so quickly in their company. We honestly want to come back soon just to hang out with them again.
The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
The inside of the lovely inn was as spectacular as the outside.
Staircase at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Staircase at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Beautiful Archways at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Beautiful Molding at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
One of the Several Fireplaces at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
I couldn't get good angles, so my pictures don't do any justice, but each bedroom was elegant and stylishly decorated with thoughtful details and personal touches. There are only four bedrooms, so you literally have almost the whole house when you stay at The Bentley Inn. They were all lovely.
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Bedroom at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
And the remaining of the interior was handsomely decorated with timeless style.
It would not be a true bed and breakfast without a fabulous breakfast, right? Well, Linda and Ward did not disappoint. Linda cooked an AMAZING breakfast almost too pretty to eat, while Ward served it and refilled our coffee and juice. We were so spoiled.
Breakfast at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
Breakfast at The Bentley, Kinston's Bed and Breakfast Inn
I can't tell you how much we enjoyed our time at The Bentley Inn. The Chef and the Farmer did live up to it's expectations. The food was incredible.The restaurant was beautiful and the service was exceptional. Vivian Howard never disappoints. We also enjoyed Vivian Howard's Boiler Room. It is a great place for oysters, incredible burgers, dessert, and craft cocktails. We loved both restaurants and highly recommend both. However, I think the highlight of our weekend was hanging out with Linda and Ward. I am hoping to come back one day just to stay and visit. Maybe they would let me break into their fabulous kitchen and cook for them? I would love to have an evening hearing their fascinating stories over good food and wine again. I recommend putting The Bentley House and The Chef and the Farmer on your MUST DO ONEDAY list! You will love them!
If you like this article, check out Dinner with Scott Avett, Bob Crawford, Joe Kwon, and Chef Vivian Howard, B’s Barbecue in Greenville, NC, and Avett Brothers Perform in Columbia, SC.
Duffy Gibbs
Whose home was this originally in Kinston? It looks like it is in Perry Park...and, indeed, a pretty good walk to Chef and the Farmer. But...so what..plenty of parking at the Chef and the Farmer. Perry Park is lovely!!
Jeanna
I'm from Kinston. While I remember this wonderful home from years ago and I adore Vivian's restaurants, I don't think I would want to walk to Chef and the Farmer from this beautiful home. Even though it is possible, distance wise. So PROUD of Kinston's resurgence of fine dining.
Katie
Each room has it's own bathroom.
Juanita
Are there bathrooms in the bedrooms or a common bathroom shared?
Elizabeth O
What a stunning setting and the perfect place for an idyllic getaway. I'm adding this to my list of must visit places in the coming year.
Marielle Altenor
Beautiful bed and breakfast! Everything is so elegant! Glad you enjoyed your time there.
Ave
What a charming inn! The rooms look absolutely magnificent, I really love how they are decorated. The breakfast looks delicious too!
Christine Tatum
WOW! It looks absolutely amazing. I am going to look into this further. Hopefully, there will be a little trip in our near future. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely B & B.
Adriana Lopez
We my husband and I love to stay at bed and breakfast and boutique hotels there is no doubt that this one is a must visit soon. Beautiful place and so elegant =)
Michele
I would love to stay there--it is truly magnificent. I wonder what it was like before it became a bed and breakfast-and I wonder how much of the furnishings are from that original home.
Liz Mays
I'm so close to Kinston. I have GOT to stay there for a lovely weekend as well. The innkeepers seem so charming!
Robin Masshole Mommy
I want to stay there. It sounds like a lovely B&B!
Toughcookiemommy
This looks like such a historical and beautiful place to stay. I love old world homes like this one that reflect the architecture of the past.