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Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea is served in the Lounge, situated amongst the art adorned walls and enhanced by the hotel's Dale Chihuly glass sculpture and a live harpist. This Umstead tradition is a welcoming and elegant way to spend an afternoon socializing.

Advance reservations are required. Kindly speak with our reservations team at 919-447-4050 to arrange for your table. To provide quality of service, please inform our reservations team of any allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Any changes requested the day of are subject to availability. Same day reservations are not available.

For parties of seven or more, please contact our catering department to make alternative arrangements in our event space.

Reservations: 919-447-4050
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Hours

  • AFTERNOON TEA

    Wednesday - Sunday: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Adults | $70 plus tax and gratuity, Children | $40 

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The Sunroom of the Bar and Lounge

The Lounge

The Lounge can accommodate parties of up to six guests. For parties of seven or more, please contact our catering department at 919-447-4041 to make alternative arrangements in our event space.

2025-11-13

Herons × DRC

Domaine de la Romanee Dinner

Iconic. Elusive. Unparalleled. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti exists in a realm beyond ordinary wine, where history, craftsmanship, and mystique converge. From the hallowed slopes of the Côte d'Or come bottles of breathtaking elegance and depth: wines that speak in whispers, linger in memory, and represent the very pinnacle of Burgundy.

On Thursday, November 13, Herons will host an extraordinary evening honoring this legendary domaine. The night will begin with a Champagne welcome, inviting guests to settle into the Private Dining Room before embarking on a rare tasting journey.

2025-10-14

Krug × Carrot

We’re proud to share that The Umstead Hotel and Spa is now an official Krug Ambassade, a distinction held by only a select group of top culinary destinations around the world. This long-awaited honor reflects Chef Steven Devereaux Greene’s deep appreciation and love for Krug Champagne. As a Krug Ambassador, The Umstead joins an exclusive global network recognized for exceptional hospitality and a shared philosophy of excellence. We look forward to bringing this partnership to life through unforgettable hotel and dining experiences for years to come, beginning with our Krug x Carrot Wine Dinner in Herons this fall. 

Each year, the Legendary Champagne house of Krug challenges Chefs around the world to create dishes highlighting one single, humble ingredient. This year, we celebrate the carrot. Using a variety of stunning carrots coming from our own One Oak Farm this fall, Chef Greene will be creating an incredible four-course meal, with each course being paired with a different edition of Krug Champagne. This unforgettable experience will be available in Herons from October 14th - October 18th.

2025-11-29

SOLD OUT | Tea with Santa

Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in this magical event as they enjoy a special visit with Santa and let him know what is on their wish list this holiday season. Santa will share photos of his favorite memories as he tells stories of his helpful elves and reindeer. Tea with Santa includes photography, a small gift, and hot chocolate service with savory and sweet morsels.

2025-09-24

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

Venture into Veneto

Join us for our September Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Italy’s Veneto region. Known for its rich winemaking traditions and wide stylistic range, Veneto produces everything from refreshing Prosecco and elegant Pinot Grigio to bold, complex reds like Ripasso and Amarone della Valpolicella. Our Sommelier, Hannah Seligson will guide you through a tasting that captures the diversity and character of this celebrated northern Italian region.

2025-09-25

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

Venture into Veneto

Join us for our September Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Italy’s Veneto region. Known for its rich winemaking traditions and wide stylistic range, Veneto produces everything from refreshing Prosecco and elegant Pinot Grigio to bold, complex reds like Ripasso and Amarone della Valpolicella. Our Sommelier, Hannah Seligson will guide you through a tasting that captures the diversity and character of this celebrated northern Italian region.

2025-09-30

Umstead Unbottled Wine Masterclass

Beautiful Bordeaux

Experience an educational masterclass with Wine Director Hannah Barton as she guides you through the celebrated Bordeaux wine region. This immersive session features a detailed presentation alongside a guided tasting, revealing the rich terroirs, distinctive grape varieties, and intricate classification system that contribute to Bordeaux’s world-famous reds and whites.

2025-10-01

Twisted Logic: An Artist's Reception for Patrick Dougherty

The Umstead Hotel & Spa is honored to present Twisted Logic, a new exhibition featuring works by internationally acclaimed sculptor Patrick Dougherty. Known for his monumental installations woven from saplings, Dougherty has spent more than four decades transforming natural materials into sculptural environments that feel both otherworldly and deeply rooted in the land.

Now retired from creating massive on-site installations, Dougherty continues to work from his North Carolina studio, developing smaller-scale works that maintain the same sense of movement, whimsy, and harmony with the natural world. Twisted Logic offers guests the opportunity to encounter these pieces within the intimate setting of The Umstead’s Art Gallery. 

2025-10-24

Umstead Wine Dinner

Join us in Herons’ private dining room for an intimate evening with Randy Snowden of Snowden Vineyards. The Snowden family has been rooted in Napa Valley since the 1950s, farming their hillside vineyards with a commitment to quality and authenticity. Today, their wines are shaped by Diana Snowden Seysses of Burgundy’s famed Domaine Dujac, blending Napa’s power with Burgundian elegance. Guests will enjoy a four-course menu created by Chef Steven Devereaux Greene, each course paired with selections from Snowden’s portfolio.