Located in the historic district of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Avent on Falls is a Black-owned boutique hotel and bed & breakfast set inside a beautifully restored 1901 mansion. The approximately 8,000-square-foot property combines historic character, comfortable accommodations and a mission centered on sharing the African American story of Rocky Mount and eastern North Carolina.
Owned by Kristin Kitchen, Melanie Graham and Metris Batts-Coley, Avent on Falls offers travelers an intimate alternative to conventional hotels while placing guests between historic downtown Rocky Mount and the popular Rocky Mount Mills district.
Highlights & Amenities
- Historic 1901 mansion
- Black woman-owned
- Boutique hotel and bed & breakfast
- Breakfast
- Individually styled guest rooms and suites
- Family suites available
- Private bathrooms in select rooms
- Lounge areas
- Free Wi-Fi
- Television and streaming
- Air conditioning
- On-site parking
- Pet-friendly accommodations
- Boutique shopping
- Spa and wellness amenities
- Convenient to downtown Rocky Mount
- Near Rocky Mount Mills
Rooms & Suites
Avent on Falls offers individually designed accommodations ranging from cozy queen rooms to larger family suites.
The Queen Family Suite features adjoining rooms with two queen beds and a private bathroom, while the Green Room offers a king bed, daybed and private bath—making both attractive options for families or friends traveling together.
Other accommodations include the Peach Room, Mint Green Room and Queen Suite. Because bathroom arrangements vary by room, guests who prefer a private en-suite bathroom should confirm their selected room when booking.
Why Stay Here?
Avent on Falls offers more than an overnight stay. The property combines historic preservation, Black heritage and locally owned hospitality in one of Rocky Mount’s most distinctive historic homes.
Its location makes it convenient for exploring downtown Rocky Mount, local restaurants and cultural attractions as well as Rocky Mount Mills, a revitalized historic mill complex offering dining, breweries and entertainment.
The inn is also well positioned for travelers exploring eastern North Carolina or looking for a distinctive stop while traveling along the I-95 corridor.
Ownership & Heritage
Avent on Falls is Black woman-owned by Kristin Kitchen, Melanie Graham and Metris Batts-Coley.
The three women restored the historic property with a vision that extends beyond operating a traditional B&B. Avent on Falls incorporates the history and contributions of African Americans into the guest experience, including the important role Black workers played in North Carolina’s tobacco industry.
The property describes its mission as sharing both the history of the magnificent home and the legacy of African Americans in North Carolina’s tobacco industry, from slavery through the present day.
That combination of Black ownership, historic preservation and cultural storytelling makes Avent on Falls a particularly meaningful addition to North Carolina’s Black-owned hospitality landscape.
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