Hawkesdene House first opened its doors to guests in 1995. Roy and Daphne Sargent built the inn and cabins and started the first llama treks in Western North Carolina.

Sandy Shotwell
Resident Innkeeper and Manager

      In 2002, they handed over the keys to Phil Rampy and Rob Scheiwiller, two Orlando businessmen who shared their love of the Smokies. Phil and Rob have added conference and special events facilities; and their own upscale style, which they're well-known for in their Orlando ventures.

      Phil is the owner of Olde Town Brokers, and is most noted for his transformation of a once threatened Orlando neighborhood into the now blossoming Thornton Park district.

      In addition to owning Hawkesdene House, he is a principal of EO Inn & Urban Spa and The Veranda Bed & Breakfast.

      These and other companies Phil is either a principal or part-owner of are featured on this page. To learn more, visit their websites.
Olde Town Brokers

Olde Town Brokers Full range of real estate brokerage services in the Orlando, Florida area. Now with an Andrews office serving Western North Carolina.
CitiSpace Orlando

CitiSpace Orlando Specializes in boutique commercial real estate with extensive experience in urban and mixed-use properties.
CondoHQ

CondoHQ Focuses exclusively on condominium sales in downtown Orlando and surrounding intown neighborhoods.
EO Inn & Spa

EO Orlando’s premier boutique hotel and spa with 17 deluxe suites. Overlooks Lake Eola and downtown skyline.
The Veranda B&B

The Veranda Classic European B&B. Five completely renovated historic buildings in trendy Thornton Park district of Orlando.
 

Urban Life Bringing contemporary and big-city dining concepts to Downtown Orlando. Special events planning team.
Kres Chophouse.

Kres Chophouse Progressive American chophouse with a Mediterranean influence. Casually upscale lounge and late-night menu.
Hue - A Restaurant.

HUE – A Restaurant An original urban bistro. Trendsetting design compliments a unique culinary experience
Citrus Restaurant

Citrus Regionally inspired new American cuisine with Latin influences. Classic dishes with contemporary flair.
City Fish Restaurant

CITYFISH Neighborhood seafood restaurant. An urban interpretation of the classic coastal fish shack.