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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 at 919-447-4120 to make alternative arrangements in our event space.

Reservations: 919-447-4050
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  • AFTERNOON TEA

    Wednesday - Sunday: 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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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.

2025-07-23

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

Journey through Sonoma

Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.

2025-07-24

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

Journey through Sonoma

Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.

2025-07-30

Umstead Unbottled Wine Masterclass

Tour de France

Embark on a journey across France in our Tour de France wine masterclass. Taught by Wine Director Hannah Barton, this class explores six of France's most important wine regions. Discover the diversity, history, and craftsmanship that make France the benchmark of the wine world.

2025-08-06

[ SOLD OUT ] SALTY Executive Chef Dinner: An Exclusive Night at Herons

We are thrilled to announce that Herons will host the next SALTY Magazine dinner with Guest Chefs Richard Lee and Cassidee Dabney. On Wednesday, August 6th, these dynamic chefs will join our very own Chef Steven Devereaux Greene, all brought together by Salty Magazine’s founder, Geeta Bansal.

2025-07-16

New Beginnings: An Artist's Reception for Alice Ballard

Artist's Reception

The Umstead Hotel & Spa is pleased to present a new exhibition featuring ceramic works by acclaimed artist Alice Ballard, displayed beautifully in our second entrance lobby,

Known for her contemplative, hand-built vessels inspired by seed pods, leaves, and other organic forms, Ballard's sculptural pieces reflect a deep reverence for the quiet intricacies of the natural world. Working primarily in white earthenware, she employs pinch, coil, and slab techniques to create meditative forms rich with texture, movement, and soul.

Her permanent sculpture, Pod Triangle, located outside Herons, exemplifies our Art in Nature philosophy, inviting guests to pause, reflect, and reconnect with nature's elegance.

We invite you to join us for an intimate artist reception with Alice Ballard, including a lecture and Q&A