Old Edwards Inn & Spa

What Old Edwards Inn & Spa does

Old Edwards Inn & Spa is a luxury resort property in Highlands, North Carolina, operating under Old Edwards Hospitality Group as a member of Relais & Châteaux. The company runs an integrated hospitality campus comprising multiple distinct lodging products — the historic inn, the Lodge at Old Edwards, 220 Main, The Chandler, Oak Over Main rooftop lofts, and residences at Old Edwards Club — alongside a portfolio of dining venues, a full-service spa and fitness operation, two golf courses, retail at Acorns, and private event facilities. A separate Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee extends the brand into South Carolina via residential and hospitality real estate.

The business serves leisure travelers, couples, families, golf and wellness guests, corporate groups, and wedding parties. Revenue is generated through lodging rates positioned at the luxury tier, multi-venue F&B, spa and wellness services, golf green fees and memberships, retail, private events, and real estate sales at Lake Keowee. Distribution is anchored by the Main Street Highlands location in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Relais & Châteaux referral network, and direct booking channels supported by branded partnerships such as the Volvo Test Drive Program.

The underlying operating model is a traditional luxury hospitality platform with no disclosed technology stack or AI capability; competitive differentiation rests on location, brand heritage, the breadth of on-property amenities, and the cross-property ecosystem that captures guest spend across lodging, F&B, recreation, retail, and residential product.

Name

Old Edwards Inn & Spa

Legal name

Old Edwards Inn & Spa

Website

https://oldedwardsinn.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Old Edwards Inn & Spa is a luxury Relais & Châteaux resort in Highlands, North Carolina, operating multiple lodging properties, dining venues, spa, golf courses, retail, and real estate under Old Edwards Hospitality Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Wellness & Spa Resorts (THAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Golf & Leisure Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAH), Destination Spas & Spa Resorts (HSALAFAC)

Keywords

• Luxury resort hospitality
• Mountain inn accommodations
• Spa and wellness services
• Fine dining restaurants
• Championship golf courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Highlands

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Lodging/Accommodations: Rooms, suites, cottages, and residences across multiple property types (Historic Inn, Hickory, The Lodge, Falls Cottages, Oak Over Main, Residences) with varied pricing based on room type and season.
2. Dining: Multiple food and beverage outlets including Madison's Restaurant (fine dining), Four65 Woodfire Bistro, The Wine Garden, Hummingbird Lounge, The Grill Room, Spa Café, pool cabanas, and Highlands Burrito.
3. Spa and Wellness: The Spa at Old Edwards offers treatments, services, and products including massages, facials, nail services, and wellness experiences.
4. Golf: Access to Old Edwards Club (18-hole Tom Jackson-designed course) and GlenCove (12-hole par-three course) for resort guests.
5. Retail - Acorns Shop: Signature retail store offering designer jewelry, home décor, furnishings, artisan pieces, Old Edwards merchandise, provisions, and spa products.
6. Events and Private Dining: Wedding venues, corporate retreats, special events including chef dinners, champagne dinners, orchard sessions, and designer pop-ups at Acorns.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Old Edwards Inn & Spa is a luxury Relais & Châteaux resort in Highlands, North Carolina, operating multiple distinct accommodation properties (Historic Inn, Hickory, The Lodge, Falls Cottages, Oak Over Main, Residences) alongside a portfolio of fine and casual dining venues, a European-style spa, a fitness center, two golf courses (Old Edwards Club and GlenCove), retail at Acorns, and a residential real estate community at Lake Keowee. The integrated resort sells overnight lodging, food and beverage, spa treatments, golf access, and curated package experiences directly to leisure travelers.

Product overview

Old Edwards Inn & Spa is a luxury Relais & Châteaux resort consisting of multiple distinct accommodation properties and dining venues. The core lodging portfolio includes the Historic Inn (the original property), Hickory (English-style cottages), The Lodge (mountain retreat), Falls Cottages (rustic elegance), Oak Over Main (rooftop lofts), and Residences (private homes). Dining offerings span Madison's Restaurant (fine dining), The Wine Garden (alfresco), Hummingbird Lounge (cocktails/live music), Four65 Woodfire Bistro, The Grill Room (clubhouse), plus pool cabanas and the Spa Café. The property also features The Spa at Old Edwards (award-winning wellness destination), a Fitness Center with classes and outdoor activities, two golf courses (Old Edwards Club and GlenCove), retail at Acorns, and real estate opportunities at Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Oak Over Main: Luxury rooftop loft-style accommodations in the heart of downtown Highlands
• Acorns
• Old Edwards Club
• GlenCove by Old Edwards
• Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee

Products and services

• Historic Inn Accommodations
• Hickory Cottage Accommodations
• The Lodge Accommodations
• Falls Cottages Accommodations
• Oak Over Main Accommodations
• Residences (Private Homes)
• Madison's Restaurant
• The Wine Garden
• Hummingbird Lounge
• Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar
• The Grill Room
• The Spa at Old Edwards
• Old Edwards Fitness Center
• Old Edwards Club Golf Course
• GlenCove by Old Edwards Golf Course
• Acorns Retail Shop
• Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee Real Estate

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• VolvominorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolvo Test Drive Program partnership providing complimentary guest use of Volvo award-winning SUVs on a first-come, first-served basis. Allows guests to experience Volvo vehicles while exploring mountain roads around Highlands.
• Relais & ChâteauxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive membership in prestigious international hospitality association representing properties known for exceptional service, fine cuisine, and outstanding character. Provides international recognition and marketing support.
• Old Edwards Hospitality GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent hospitality company operating Old Edwards Inn & Spa along with related properties including Half-Mile Farm, 200 Main Hotel, GlenCove by Old Edwards, Old Edwards Club, Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee, and dining venues.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• The Swag: Relais & Châteaux member property in Waynesville, NC — a smaller boutique luxury mountain lodge. Comparable in heritage positioning, Relais & Châteaux affiliation, and curated luxury experience focus.
• The Omni Grove Park Inn: Historic luxury resort in Asheville, NC (also in the Blue Ridge Mountains), offering comparable full-service amenities — lodging, spa, golf, dining, and event venues — at the high end of the mountain destination segment. Most direct comparable in geography and product mix.
• Biltmore Estate / The Inn on Biltmore Estate: Iconic luxury destination in Asheville, NC featuring historic Inn lodging, multiple dining outlets, winery, gardens, spa, and event venues. Competes for the same affluent mountain-leisure traveler with a similarly diversified resort and ancillary experience model.
• Pinehurst Resort & Country Club: Iconic North Carolina destination resort famous for golf, spa, dining, and multi-property lodging. Directly comparable as a NC luxury resort with championship golf, award-winning spa, and integrated resort amenities.
• The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort: Five-Star resort in South Carolina with extensive golf, spa, dining, and event operations on a destination island. Comparable in integrated multi-vertical luxury resort model and southern US destination positioning.
• Greystone Inn: Luxury lakefront resort on Lake Toxaway, NC with full-service lodging, spa, and dining in the western NC mountains. Comparable in scale, regional geography, and luxury leisure positioning targeting couples and families.
• The Cloister at Sea Island: Five-Star luxury resort in coastal Georgia featuring multiple lodging types, championship golf, spa, fine dining, and beach club amenities. Comparable as a multi-amenity destination luxury resort with golf, spa, and event verticals.
• Blackberry Mountain / Blackberry Farm: Relais & Châteaux luxury resort in the Smoky Mountains (Walland, TN) with strong wellness, culinary, and outdoor programming. Directly comparable on Relais & Châteaux membership, multi-amenity luxury positioning, and curated experience model.
• The Umstead Hotel and Spa: Forbes Five-Star luxury hotel and spa near Cary, NC offering accommodations, fine dining, and award-winning spa services. Comparable as a North Carolina luxury property with an integrated spa and culinary focus.

Regional players

• Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville: Boutique luxury lodge in Greenville, SC with upscale accommodations, dining, and art-focused experience. Comparable in regional Southeastern US positioning and boutique luxury tier, though smaller and urban-anchored.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/OldEdwardsInn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/oldedwardshospitality
• Instagraminstagram.com/oldedwardsinn

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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