Peri Social House : Bar ~ Coffee ~ Boutique Hotel — Restaurant in Black Mountain

Can you give fifty stars for a hotel that sheltered your group through a hurricane with no power, water, communications, or food?

The first thing to know is that Peri Social is not really a hotel. It's an elegant coffee-wine bar with six rooms upstairs. And those rooms are run as vacation rentals -- with security deposits and a long cancellation policy, and with no host on the premises after the bar closes.

I booked event space for my group's retreat for the weekend of hurricane Helene. The owner, Trevor, became trapped there with us--blocked roads prevented return to his family. For three days he cheerfully did everything he could to keep us safe and comfortable. He was a hero.

The place is gorgeous. Not in some glossy corporate way, but in a warm, artsy, elegant-but-casual way that made everyone say, "I wish there were a place like this in my home town." The unique feature is the number of nooks where small groups can gather, both inside and outside. In Goldilocks fashion, our group of eight tried all of them. And they were all just right for comfortable and intimate conversation.

We were supposed to have been twice as large a group. So we had booked exclusive use of the long sunporch that faces the patio across the back. It's lovely. But I should point out that all of the spaces are only semi-private, and none of them are soundproof. This is not the place for a group that needs complete quiet or all the accouterments of a corporate meeting. But it was perfect for us. Peri Social does not serve food. But on a normal weekend the presence of a food truck means your group can stay put for a meal in cozy surroundings without the organizer having to coordinate a meal. You can check their website for which truck is scheduled.

As to the rooms, I was in the Holman Suite on the second floor. Both it and the Spaulding are at the front of the building facing south. Thus they have a very nice mountain view as shown in my photo. Rooms at the back face trees and are quieter.

My group is eager to return on a...

I returned this afternoon from a four night stay at Peri Social House. I cannot express how impressed I was with the hotel and the owners. Kathryn and Trevor went out of their way to accommodate our needs and make our stay exceptional. I arrived on Thursday for a Welcome party I hosted for my niece, who was getting married. Kathryn went out of her way to help make everything perfect. I stayed in the third floor room and it was amazing. Not a detail missed. I had the opportunity to see inside other rooms and all were beautifully appointed with every detail carefully considered. As an interior designer, I appreciate the effort, time and thought that went into the room decor as well as the main level living spaces. The bar, sunroom and front living room were all so cozy and inviting. We had excellent drinks and service. The next morning Hurricane Helene hit, we lost power but Trevor went above and beyond to make everyone comfortable. He welcomed strangers who had been stranded on I40 to use his porch, facilities and gave out milk to families with kids. When our venue for the wedding reception was a casualty of the storm, he allowed us to have the wedding reception at Peri Social House. I will always stay at Peri Social when I come to Black Mountain. Kathryn and Trevor built Peri Social together with passion and love. They make you feel like family. Thank you both for an...

Peri Social House is such a gem! We stayed in The Terrace, attic penthouse for a girls' weekend in December 2024, and it was an incredible experience. The location is perfect—an easy walk to everything in downtown Black Mountain. The vibe is vibrant and eclectic, and the hotel concept is so unique.

The on-site Abbiocco Pizza food truck is a must-try; their pizza is phenomenal. We loved the cozy fireplace in our room, the clawfoot tub shower, and the efficiency kitchen that had everything we could ever need. The secure keyless combo entry to all rooms and doors made everything feel safe.

The open pantry on the 2nd floor is genius—complimentary soda water, snacks, toiletries, and Keurig coffee were such a thoughtful touch. Yes, it can get a bit lively downstairs since it’s a bar with a happy crowd of all ages, but it wasn’t overwhelming. Just know parking can be a little tight on weekends.

Trevor and Kathryn have truly thought of everything to make this space special, and it shows! This place has such a cool, welcoming vibe, similar to their amazing glamping campground in Marion, Gold River | camp + cabins (which I also highly recommend).

If you're looking for a memorable stay in Black Mountain, this is it! We’ll definitely be back for a warm...