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Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Internet Access, Laundry, Lounge, Restaurant, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Restaurants, Yoga
Description:Private entrance, Private space, with Sitting area, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Porch. Walk to Great restaurants or the river arts district, Bike to downtown. Centrally located to all of Asheville. Chickens and Honey bees on property of new home. Walk to yoga studios, Excellent restaurants, such as The Admiral or 12 Bones, Sunny Point, (the Top 3 on Yelp), Famous Harvest Records, The Wedge Brewing Co., Grey Eagle Music Hall and Izzy's coffee den. There is a brand new Restaurant WALK (West Asheville Lounge and Kitchen) less than half a mile walk down the street. If you bring your bike you can zip down to the river district for mostly flat rides and get to Biltmore Village, out to Swannanoa, Black Mountian, up the river toward Madison County. Bikes can also easily be rented in town too, heck you can just walk to a bike store and rent one. Earth Fare (healthy living food store), is just around the corner. Downtown is a 15 minute bike ride or less than 5 minute drive. The entrance to Biltmore is a little over 5 minutes away. The Blue Ridge Parkway is about 10 minutes away. Downtown is about 2 miles away, less as the crow flies, so much to do and see. TV with Netflix and Pandora. We live in the other portion of the house with our three kids. Close to the city yet it feels out and away from everything, you feel like you are part of the community.... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Apartment
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Full kitchen, Laundry, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Restaurants, Running
Description:The Little Sister is a sweet, quiet, cozy apartment attached to our home in north Asheville, a short 5 minute drive from art infused downtown Asheville, and a 10 minute walk from the historic Grovepark Inn (spa treatments, glass of wine on their porch). The apartment has a back porch that overlooks our beautiful flower and vegetable garden (our guests can even enjoy the fruits of that if they like), and the neighborhood is wonderful for walking, biking and running. Beautiful Beaver Lake is short walk away, which is great for a walk, run or ride. We are happy to direct to hikes on the Blue Ridge Parkway and can tell you where to get supplies - we'll even lend you a backpack or cooler if you need it. Numerous restaurants, and stores are within walking distance so the location is quite convenient - there is even a brewery that shows $3 movies and serves great pizza within a 10 minute walk (Asheville Pizza). There is a fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet, satellite TV (even has DVR for recording your favorite shows), a comfortable queen size bed, and air conditioning. See more information on our own . If we can make your trip better in any way, we'll try. We don't typically offer breakfast, but we do supply coffee with cream and sugar. If you'd like us to pick up bagels, juice and fruit for your arrival, we'd be happy to do that for $15 for two people per day. If you like exciting bike rides, we can recommend a few for you - we even have one extra bike for your use. There are great rides from the apartment up Sunset Mountain - big climbs and fast ascents! The neighborhood is very popular for running and walking as well. To see more information and calendar go to our and look at the Little Sister.... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Apartment
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Disability Access, Laundry, Lounge, Restaurant, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Restaurants, Yoga
Description:Private entrance, Private space, with Sitting area, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Porch. Walk to Great restaurants or the River Arts District, Bike to downtown. Centrally located to all of Asheville. Sofa is a fold out sofa if you are adding other guests or kids. Chickens and Honey bees on property of new home. Walk to yoga studios, Excellent restaurants, such as The Admiral or 12 Bones, Sunny Point, (the Top 3 on Yelp), Famous Harvest Records, The Wedge Brewing Co., Grey Eagle Music Hall and Izzy's coffee den. There is a brand new Restaurant WALK (West Asheville Lounge and Kitchen) less than half a mile walk down the street. If you bring your bike you can zip down to the river district for mostly flat rides and get to Biltmore Village, out to Swannanoa, Black Mountain, up the river toward Madison County. Bikes can also easily be rented in town too, heck you can just walk to a bike store and rent one. Earth Fare (healthy living food store), is just around the corner. Downtown is a 15 minute bike ride or less than 5 minute drive. If you bring your bikes, you can roll them right into the apartment. Queen size bed, kitchen, Washer and Dryer, Porch for sitting. The entrance to Biltmore is a little over 5 minutes away. The Blue Ridge Parkway is about 10 minutes away. Downtown is about 2 miles away, less as the crow flies, so much to do and see.. We live in the other portion of the house with our three kids. Close to the city yet it feels out and away from everything, you feel like you are part of the community.... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:2
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:5
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Computer Access, Internet Access, Laundry, Pets OK, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking
Description:Hello! Fantastic housing oppurntunity in downtown Asheville, North Carolina! Walking/Biking distance to theaters, resturants, parks, galleries, clubs, bars, schools, churches, the French Broad River and River Arts District and more! Two bedroom/two full bath home is brand new and comes with excellent views, plenty of parking, computer hookup and kind and interesting neighbors! Available mainly from Friday to Monday with some weekday possibilities. Open to renting the entire house for $110 a night or sharing it with you as well which would be $75 a night for two rooms. Negotiation and flexibility are definately on the table. Thanks!- radix P ositive E nergy A ll C ome E qual... more info >>
Location:Deep Gap, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Non-Smoking, Pets OK, Woodburning Stove
Activities:Biking, Hiking, Kayaking
Description:Private off grid cabin on farm, no electricity, outdoor facilities, no outdoor showers available December - February. Loft for sleeping, wood stove, totally immerse yourself in quiet woods, but be close to Boone (8 miles to Appalachian State University) 2.3 miles to Mountain to Sea Trails, close to hiking, biking, kayaking and other outdoor activities. Must be used to heating with woodstove in colder months. BYO sleeping gear. Sheets $20.00 extra. No smoking on property.... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Apartment
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Deck, Linens, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Description:Experience a classic, private, Arts & Crafts-style guesthouse in a beautiful Historic District close to the center of Asheville. All linens and other amenities are provided so just bring your groceries- and your laptop for the free WI-FI. The cottage is very private and comfortable, situated in a quiet location in our safe and friendly neighborhood. Nice walk to downtown along tree-lined streets with great markets and restaurants along the way. Walk to the university, botanical gardens, parks and greenways. Enjoy a real cook's kitchen, tiled bathroom, sunny deck, closet storage, and locking storage for bikes and strollers. In addition to the queen bed and full-size sofabed, there is a Simmonsd Beautyrest inflatable bed stored in the closet. Original owners on the property are knowledgeable about area entertainment and recreation opportunities. A quick twenty minutes drive from our airport with shuttle service available, and the bus line is one block distance running on the hour. Blue Ridge Parkway entrance is a ten minute drive and our celebrated trout streams, hiking trails and the Smokies offer excellent day trips.... more info >>
Location:Marshall, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Apartment
Amenities:Fireplace, Full kitchen, Laundry, Pets OK, Phone, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking
Description:This spacious apartment is cozy and ideal for those who enjoy cooking, dancing and plenty of privacy. There is a full kitchen, open dining/living area , bedroom and bathroom. High speed wireless internet, conveinent parking. This century old house was in decline when we bought it 22 years ago. We have resurrected the splendor of the structure reclaiming original trim wood and flooring that was fashioned with virgin timber from this region in the Blue Ridge mountains. My husband, Tom, has done most of the renovation himself, incorporating his artistic flair and unusual floor plan designs. We have created private and common spaces in this roomy house. You will have options whether to spend time with other travelers or be on your own. We will most likely meet you during your stay as we come and go as needed and will be available by phone. Victoria has a working studio in the house that is independent of the rental spaces. She may be open for business during your stay if you would like to see her jewelry and Tom’s books, both of which would make great mementos of your stay here. Simply walk out the door, down the hill and experience Marshall, a truly unique mountain town. If you enjoy great coffee, food, live music, beer and wine, old-timey dry goods and hardware stores, beautiful local art ,imports from around the world, cool bicycles, awesome junk, seasonal weekly farmer's market, artist's studios and interesting special events- it's just a 5 minute walk! Look forward to meeting you!... more info >>
Location:Brevard, North Carolina
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:7
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Deck, Fenced Yard, Garage, Internet Access, Laundry, Pets OK, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Restaurants, Rock Climbing & more activities »
Description:Our house is located on a quiet street within the town of Brevard. Brevard is located 45 minutes west of Asheville, NC in Transylvania County. This tranquil and relaxing space is a perfect home away from home. House Amenities Include: • WiFi • 2 Full Bathrooms / 3 bedrooms (1 w/ king bed, 1 w. double bed, 1 with double bed upper bunk twin) • Well-Equipped Kitchen • Book & Music Libraries • Area Guide Books and Maps provided • Walking Distance to Downtown & Seasonal Farmers Market • Single Car Garage / Rocking-Chair Front Porch / Rear Deck / Grill / Laundry / Fenced Yard / Pets OK Area Attractions Include: • 250 Area Waterfalls & Natural Water Slide • Art & Craft Studios, Brevard Music Center • Quaint Shops, Eclectic Restaurants • Biltmore Estate, NC Wine Country • Summer Camps, White Squirrels • Pisgah National & Dupont State Forests, Smoky Mountains, Appalachian Trail • Hiking, Rock Climbing, Biking, Horseback Riding, Fly-Fishing, Zipline & High Ropes Course... more info >>
Location:Boone, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Laundry, Lounge, Patio, Pets OK, Restaurant, Shower, TV, Towels & more amenities »
Description:HELLO TRAVELERS!!!! Welcome to the High Country, one of the most beautiful places on the planet! Please send me a message prior to making a reservation. Thanks! Guests with profile info and photo will get priority:) Read on to learn more... Spacious and private, 950sf, patio condo for two at Hound Ears Club. One bedroom with walk in closet, one full bath, large living area and comfortable kitchen. Enjoy gorgeous views of the fourth fairway and Blue Ridge mtns, or cozy up by the stone fireplace and read a book on the foggy days. There's also 24hr gated security, so you determine how much privacy you want! Nestled in the High Country near the resort towns of Blowing Rock, Boone and Banner Elk, Hound Ears is one of North Carolina’s finest gated communities offering 750 scenic acres and a precedent for comfort with many natural amenities like fishing in the Watauga River and hiking and picnics at the Hound Ears boulders. Minutes to world famous driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Price Lake, Grandfather Mtn, historic Valle Crucis, Appalachian State University, skiing, fishing, tennis, golfing, canoeing, biking, hiking, shopping, dining, and arts. About the Cond -One Bedroom - Queen size bed - Full Kitchen - Living Room - Stone fireplace (gas) - Bathroom with tub/shower - Wooden dining table - Lounge chair Things to note: It is on the lower floor, so keep in mind that you will need to walk down exterior steps! -Delicious restaurants! Bistro Roca, The Gamekeeper, The Table at Crestwood, Knights on Main, The Best Cellar, Crippen's Restaurant and Piano Bar, The Foggy Rock, Woodland's Barbecue & more - Chic boutiques -Coffee shops (Conrads, Espresso News) -Tons of art galleries! Included in your stay: -Fresh sheets -Fresh towels -Assorted teas -Washer/dryer - Access to great collection of DVD's, games and books -An on call tour guide, me! Please stay in touch as much as you like and I can give you recommendations about where to eat and what to do!... more info >>
Location:Black Mountain, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Lakefront, Laundry, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Beach, Biking, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Museums, Restaurants, Rock Climbing, Shopping, Swimming, Water Skiing, Zoo & more activities »
Description:Tucked under a canopy of trees, Breezy Vale Cottage was built in the 1970's and is newly upgraded. It is located in the heart of Black Mountain, just blocks from downtown restaurants, shops, Lake Tomahawk Park, Black Mountain Pool, Black Mountain Golf Club, Montreat College and less than 15 minutes to Asheville. Close to beautiful hiking spots, waterfalls and mountain biking, the cottage is fully furnished, quiet and cozy - just a short walk from the library, shopping it is the home of over 1,050 permanent residents. Located in western North Carolina, the town sits in the heart of Hickory Nut Gorge, east of Asheville. The Rocky Broad River winds its way through a series of rapids down through Hickory Nut Gorge, and the crystal clear water flows through the valley that feeds Lake Lure. The Town of Lake Lure encompasses 13.25 square miles including the lake with a large central body of deep water, three long bays, an island of seven acres and many small bays and inlets with a background of forest clad hills and mountains. The climate is unusually temperate as Lake Lure lies in the “thermal belt” of the western North Carolina mountains and foothills. The lake is the number one attraction and the reason so many families visit Lake Lure year after year. National Geographic has called Lake Lure one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Visitors come to enjoy the 720 acres of lake, sparkling clean beach area, and the incredible Blue Ridge mountain range including Chimney Rock. History records that the idea of a resort community in western North Carolina was the vision of Dr. Lucius B. Morse. Soliciting the financial backing of his brothers, Dr. Morse purchased 400 acres around Chimney Rock in 1902 to create Chimney Rock Park. Additional acreage was acquired over the next several years to bring the total to 8,000 acres. Dr. Morse conceived the idea of building a dam on the Rocky Broad River to create a lake and a year-round resort. The dam was completed in September 1926, forming the lake which was named Lake Lure by Dr. Morse’s wife, Elizabeth Parkenson. The Town of Lake Lure was incorporated in 1927. The Town of Lake Lure is a great location for sports including swimming, golfing, hiking or serious rock climbing. You can enjoy a wide variety of water activities, ranging from canoeing and fishing to pleasure boating and water skiing. Both motor and non-motorized boats enjoy the lake however, a lake permit is required to place a private boat on the lake. Grandfather Mountain Be inspired by views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge, laugh at bear cubs and otters in natural habitats, and escape into a globally recognized nature preserve with 12 miles of the South's best alpine hiking trails. Open all year. US 221 and the Blue Ridge Parkway at Linville. 33-4337 Sunset Cruises Join Southern Waterways and experience the Biltmore Estate and the French Broad River in a whole new way on a relaxing sunset raft, canoe, or kayak ride though George Vanderbilt's prized land holdings. Wednesday and Saturday nights only. Cherokee Learn the history and meet the people of the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Visit the Oconoluftee Indian Village and see Unto These Hills for a great educational opportunity. Linville Caverns Located in WNC near Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns are worth the visit. Deep beneath Humpback Mountain, nature has sculpted a veritable masterpiece in stone. Toiling many centuries, slowly moving ground water has been the primary artist for this creation of underground labyrinths. The water dissolved out an incredible series of rooms and passages. The cavern was discovered in the 1800's by men intrigued by the mystery of fish swimming out of the mountain. Since then, extensive research has been done to acknowledge the history, folklore, geology and biology of Linville Caverns. The mystery is still alive. or Oconaluftee Indian Village Travel back to 1750 when you enter this recreated Cherolkee community featuring Native American guides in traditional costumes. Craft demonstration including canoe construction and arrow making take place in the midst of a seven sided coucil house, sweat lodge and cherokee homes. , Ghwy 441 N. Cherokee. or Flat Rock Playhouse One of the finest local playhouses in the United States. Highly acclaimed throughout the theater world. Check their web site for schedule. Asheville Tourists Take yourself down to the ballgame this summer at McCormic Field, 30 Buchanan St., as you watch Asheville's minor-league heroes, The Tourists, confront a host of regional contenders. Asheville Historic Trolley Tours Sightsee Asheville in style aboard our vintage touring trolleys.Visit Asheville's major attractions on this live, narrated tour including the Grove Park Inn,Montford Historic District, Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village and much,much more.The ticket price includes admission to the Thomas Wolfe Memorial and Grove Arcade Building. Hickory Furniture Mart When you’re in Asheville, you’re just over an hour away from the nation’s leading home furnishings resource and a shopping experience you’ll never forget. See a thousand lines in nearly a hundred beautiful factory stores, outlets and galleries. Ideas galore. Famous North Carolina prices. On-site hotel, restaurant, shipping service. Visit hickoryfurniture.com. 800/462-MART Biltmore Estate George Vanderbilt created Biltmore Estate in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains more than a century ago as a retreat for family and friends a place to rediscover gracious hospitality and revel in nature’s beauty. His vision holds true today. Explore Biltmore House, a magnificent 250-room château filled with priceless art and antiques. Stroll through century-old gardens designed by America’s first landscape architect. Savor award-winning wines and taste our chefs’ creations using estate-raised foods. Enjoy our 8,000 acres of forests, farmlands, and rivers on bikes, horseback, and rafts. 1- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy year-round scenic train journeys across fertile valleys, through tunnels and across river gorges in the Great Smoky Mountains. Tuckasegee River Excursion (3½ hour round trip), Nantahala Gorge Excursion (4½ hour round trip) and the Gourmet Dinner Train (2½ hours) are just a few of the wonderful excursion trips available to passengers. 1- or Lake Lure Marina Hop on board one of our many rental boats and discover for yourself why National Geographic named Lake Lure one of the ten most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Canoe, kayak, paddleboat, electric boat, pontoon and speed boat rentals. Wakeboarding and waterskiing. U.S. Hwy. 64/74A, 25 miles southeast of Asheville. Toll-free: 877-FUN-4-ALL, () Chimney Rock Park Find the best of the mountains in one place. This privately-owned scenic attraction near Asheville offers spectacular 75-mile views, a 404-foot waterfall, hiking trails and more. Grove Arcade Arts and Heritage Gallery The gallery features an state-of-the-art, interactive exhibition that uses a solid terrain model animated with regional voices, video, music and lasers to bring the culture and history of Western North Carolina to life. The Grove Arcade Arts & Heritage Gallery is a project of the Grove Arcade Public Market Foundation. Opened in January 2006, the gallery features the crafts, music and stories of the Blue Ridge. Visit the gallery and experience the places, objects and activities that authentically represent the people of Western North Carolina. The Gallery’s mission is to strive to help drive the local economy of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area by establishing strategic partnerships and promoting the region’s arts, crafts, music and cultural heritage. Blue Ridge Corn Maze Bring the whole family and find your way out of a maze that traverses six acres of corn field. Open July through October. Hickory Ridge Homestead Experience Appalachian life in the late 18th century at this living history museum composed of a log cabin, a weaving room, a barn and a smoke house. This outdoor drama, Horn in the West, set during the same era, is performed on site. Located at 591 Horn in the West Dr., Bo Mount Mitchell The eastern United States highest mountain. Experience a wonderful drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville to the Mount Mitchell State Park. A great place to have a picnic and walk on the surrounding trails. ext. 200 North Carolina's National Forests Take a look at some of the nation's top national forests located in the great state of North Carolina. Vance Birthplace On Reems Chreek Road off US 25 near Weaverville is the restored late 18th century homestead of North Carolina Senator and Civil War Governor Zebulon B. Vance. Open year-round. Admission is free. Cherohala Skyway This new two-lane skyway spans 40 miles to link Tennessee's Tellico Plains to Robbinsville, NC. Many scenic overlooks allow for beautiful view, excellent photography, and picnic lunches. Allow 1-1/2 to 2 hrs travel time. Western Carolina University's Mountain Heritage Center On WCU campus in Cullowhee. The center celebrates heritage of the Southern Appalchian region through exhibits, publications, educational programs and demonstrations. Free. Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center Downtown across from Pack Square, Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center houses Three Centuries of Pack Square, and is the home for the Asheville Art Museum, Diana Wortham Theater, Colburn Earth Science Museum, the Health Adventure and the YMI Cultural Center. A must see when visiting Asheville, NC. Asheville's Urban Trail The Asheville Urban Trail creates a living, historic walking tour of Asheville: a museum without walls, that illustrates and highlights the city's heritage. The remarkable abundance and survival of much of the city's turn-of-the-century architecture has set the decorative tone for the rebirth of the downtown area. And the visual beauty and intricate detail of the architecture style found here is not only a feast for the eyes, but also stands as a visual reminder of the remarkable, creative history of the city and of the dynamic and talented individuals who first chose Asheville as home. Along the Urban Trail the history of the city and of its people is represented in story and art. Blue Ridge Parkway One of America's finest driving routes, following the the Blue Ridge Mountains from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains. Folk Art Center The Folk Art Center, located just east of the heart of Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 382, is a center for one-of-a-kind, handmade crafts that are a part of the very fiber of the mountains. Cradle of Forestry This is a historical site and interpretive center in Pisgah National Forest near Brevard. The Cradle of Forestry is a beautiful place to visit any day of the week. Appalachian Trail This world famous trial runs through North Carolina on its way from the State of Maine from the Stae of Georgia. Pearson's Falls Located between Tryon and Saluda is Pearson's Falls. The Tryon Garden Club has own this 250-acre site for nearly 70 years. Hours are 10am -6pm Wednesday-Sunday. Admission is $2 for adults. Bent Creek Experimental Forest One of America's oldest research forests that is maintained by the USDA Forest Service. Nantahala National Forest This national forest contains the Memorial Joyce Kilmer Forest that contains one of America's oldest stand of Poplar Trees. Pisgah National Forest Nearly 500,000 acres of protected forest, featuring hundreds of miles hiking, biking, and horse trails, waterfalls, and beautiful mountaintop views. or Asheville Assault Asheville’s first all-women football team is a member of the National Women's Football association-and a mighty force to be reckoned with! Home games are held at Memorial Stadium, 30 Buchanan St. Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education A multi-agency wildlife center focusing on the wonders of NC native wildlife. Attractions include aquarium, guided walks, tour of fish hatchery, and gift shop. The center also offers a verity of schedules programs for groups. Special-event programs and educator workshops are also scheduled during the year. Free admission. FR 475 off us 276 N. Pisgah Forest. Pisgah Forest Fish Hatchery Housed at the base of John Rock, the hatchery raises the thousands of trout used to stock area streams. Feeding the fish is a real treat for kids, and an educational center with programs and interpretive walking trail will educate and entrain all ages. FR 475 off US 276 N., Pisgah Forest. Asheville Botanical Gardens The Botanical Gardens at Asheville, North Carolina is located in one of the three most diverse temperate ecosystems on earth - the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Our collections are primarily native species displayed in both natural settings and in ways designed for ease of examination and beauty. Riverside Cemetary This cemetery in Asheville is the burial place of Thomas Wolfe and O Henry. North Carolina Arboretum A 427-acre facility with a Visitor Education Center, state-of-the-art greenhouses, beautiful gardens, and walking trails. Great Smoky Mountains National Park America's most visited National Park. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has the Blue Ridge Parkway going through it, so it is to access with great vistas around every turn. WNC Nature Center The Western North Carolina Nature Center is the first place where area children meet the animals they have read about. Deers, bears, cougars, wolf, racoons, birds and even farm animals are there for all to learn about. Exhibits on area poisonous snakes are worth absorbing. An aviary, self-guided nature trail and petting zoo make this a great place for the family. Small admission fee. Catawba Science Center This is 12,000 sq. feet of hands-on experimental exhibits that include live animals, earth and physical science, toddler areas and natural history exhibits. Located on the SALT block in the Arts & Sciences Center of Catawba Valley, 243 Third Ave., NE in Hickory. Thomas Wolfe House The boyhood home of the author Thomas Wolfe (Look Homeward, Angel) is furnished with family possessions and open for tours (appr. 30 min.). A number of special events take place each year. Small admission fee. Smith-McDowell House Museum, Asheville's First Mansion If you are planning a visit to the Asheville area for the color season, you might want to plan a visit to the Smith-McDowell House Museum. Built circa 1840 by James McConnell Smith, the Smith McDowell House is Asheville's oldest surviving house and the oldest brick house in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Small admission fee. Mineral & Lapidary Museum The museum is located at 400 North Main Street below the Genealogical and Historical Society. Asheville Art Museum As the single visual arts facility serving Western North Carolina, the Asheville Art Museum, its collection and programs are the only such resources available to the diverse communities in the region. YMI Cultural Center For years, the 18,000 square foot YMI building was the social and economic center of Asheville's Black community. Currently YMI is a cultural center operating with support from the City of Asheville. Its impressive Tudor-style structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features four galleries and a 300-seat performing arts theatre. Land of the Waterfalls Visit over 250 majestic waterfalls throughout Transylvania County. We're in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains where the air is cool, the waters are pure, and the welcome is warm! Carl Sandburg Home This historic site consists of a 22 room house, barns, sheds, rolling pastures, walking trails, two small lakes, ponds, flower and vegetable gardens, and an orchard. This is where Carl Sandburg felt the peace and solitude he required to write. Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre The Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre's work includes family oriented dance theatre productions, collaborative shows, community involvement, dance networking, educational training, touring shows and presentations, and an international exchange program. Appalachian Cultural Museum The mission of the Appalachian Cultural Museum is to provide a continuing reinterpretation of life and culture in the Blue Ridge region, and to serve as a laboratory for new museum ideas. The Health Adventure The Health Adventure celebrates the pursuit of wellness in mind, body, and spirit. The interactive activities throughout the Health Adventure keep children learning. Western North Carolina Agricultural Center This is the home of the Western North Carolina State Fair. The facilities include the McGough Arena, J. Clayton Davis Arena, Outside Warmup Rings, Sales Arena, Stall Barns, and Youth Building. Gorges State Park The newest addition to North Carolina's state parks is right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Gorges State Park has over 80 inches of rain a year making it a temperate rain forest. The plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and concentration of rare and unique species makes this a wonderful park to visit. Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre SART’s purpose has been to produce quality theatre by a professional non-profit company and to present plays concerning Appalachia that portray the rich culture and heritage of its people and to promote the development of original plays. Sliding Rock Test your sense of adventure at this popular natural water slide fueled by 11,000 gallons of water a minute! Wear old jeans or shorts for the 150-foot long ride down slick rock into a six-foot-deep pool of chilled mountain water. And for safety's sake, there's a life guard or two watching the fun and aiming to keep it that way. 1- or... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:1
Sleeps:2
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Carport, Fire Pit, Internet Access, Patio, Phone, Shower, Stove, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Description:Sophisticated and MINUTES TO DOWNTOWN Asheville yet in a COUNTRY setting with woods above, meadow below, mountains beyond. View star-filled skies that your sky-light and cathedral windows won't let you forget. Private back yard. Carport available if needed. FIRE PIT in meadow or patio BARBEQUE. Minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway for hiking, biking and grand vistas. Close to the Biltmore Estate, Grove Park Inn, golf course, rivers, nearby BEAVER LAKE and Audubon BIRD SANCTUARY. Unique SHOPPING from Appalachian CRAFTS to contemporary galleries featuring FINE ART in the river district and downtown. More micro-breweries than you can visit in a weekend and still stay sober and all variety of MUSIC to entertain you while you do. Did I mention the RIVERS? The French Broad is nearby, the LEDGES for kayaking, waterfall trails within an hour's drive, Fly-fishing paradise at the Davidson River... Dine at nearby Asheville RESTAURANTS or DINE IN in your GOURMET KITCHEN with name brand appliances, gas stove, granite countertops. OPEN FLOOR PLAN STUDIO STYLE with hardwood floors, flat screen, internet, premium cable, HBO, Showtime. Brand new everything but the antique claw foot tub for soaking in bubbles WHILE soaking in the meadow view. (Halo rain head for tub-shower). STROLL the meadow or woods. SWAY in the creek side hammock or spin in the sky chair. Shut off your cell phone and listen to an old fashioned kind of twitter on this four acre property filled with birds. Bring your camera. Come for a season. Stay for years. We live very nearby so you can have all the hosting you need or none at all - as you wish. VERY QUIET CONTEMPLATIVE, elegant artistic space except for the birds and squirrels but we haven't heard any complaints, except occasionally, from them.... more info >>
Location:Marshall, North Carolina
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3
Sleeps:6
Property Type:Vacation Home
Activities:Biking
Description:Given plenty of notice, we will rent this entire house. It would be perfect for a family reunion, wedding guesthouse, company retreat or reunion of friends. This century old house was in decline when we bought it 22 years ago. We have resurrected the splendor of the structure reclaiming original trim wood and flooring that was fashioned with virgin timber from this region in the Blue Ridge mountains. My husband, Tom, has done most of the renovation himself, incorporating his artistic flair and unusual floor plan designs. We have created private and common spaces in this roomy house. You will have options whether to spend time with other travelers or be on your own. We will most likely meet you during your stay as we come and go as needed and will be available by phone. Victoria has a working studio in the house that is independent of the rental spaces. She may be open for business during your stay if you would like to see her jewelry and Tom’s books, both of which would make great mementos of your stay here. Simply walk out the door, down the hill and experience Marshall, a truly unique mountain town. If you enjoy great coffee,food,live music, beer and wine,old-timey dry goods and hardware stores, beautiful local art,imports from around the world, cool bicycles, awesome junk,seasonal weekly farmer's market and interesting special events-it's just a 5 minute walk!... more info >>
Vacation Home near Skiing and Fishing with Mountain View, Cable/Satellite TV and Wi-Fi, Pet-Friendly
Location:Deep Gap, North Carolina
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2
Sleeps:7
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Disability Access, Fireplace, Internet Access, Laundry, Mountain View, Pets OK, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Description:Spend an afternoon relaxing on the country porch of this 1920s farm house. Unwind while listening to the creek, gazing at the mountains and smelling the fresh surrounding Christmas trees. Enjoy hiking the lush trails up to the Blue Ridge Parkway which is adjoined to the farm. Outdoor enthusiast will enjoy the nearby road and mountain cycling, skiing, fishing, canoeing and zip lining adventures. This renovated farm house offers all the modern amenities of 3-4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, washer/dryer, satellite TV and internet while preserving the ambiance of the 1900s. Quiet setting with large yard and no through traffic make it great for children or pets. Conveniently located in the High Country near scenic towns like Blowing Rock, Boone and West Jefferson, with easy access to three major ski resorts and many tourist attractions. Take a relaxing drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway and enjoy the mountain views, trails and waterfalls just minutes from this farm. Enjoy a great selection of unique shops with local arts and crafts as well as outlet shops all within 10 to 15 miles. Boone and Blowing Rock offer outstanding restaurants. Appalachian State University is 15 minutes away. Fourth bedroom: office can be used as a fourth bedroom which is also handicap accessible. This is the only room with a double size futon. Air conditioning is available in two bedroom (not that you will need it in this cool refreshing valley).... more info >>
Location:Black Mountain, North Carolina
Sleeps:4
Property Type:Vacation Home
Activities:Beach, Biking, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Museums, Rock Climbing, Shopping, Swimming, Water Skiing, Zoo & more activities »
Description:Back-in 50amp Full Hook Up (water, electric, sewage it is the home of over 1,050 permanent residents. Located in western North Carolina, the town sits in the heart of Hickory Nut Gorge, east of Asheville. The Rocky Broad River winds its way through a series of rapids down through Hickory Nut Gorge, and the crystal clear water flows through the valley that feeds Lake Lure. The Town of Lake Lure encompasses 13.25 square miles including the lake with a large central body of deep water, three long bays, an island of seven acres and many small bays and inlets with a background of forest clad hills and mountains. The climate is unusually temperate as Lake Lure lies in the “thermal belt” of the western North Carolina mountains and foothills. The lake is the number one attraction and the reason so many families visit Lake Lure year after year. National Geographic has called Lake Lure one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Visitors come to enjoy the 720 acres of lake, sparkling clean beach area, and the incredible Blue Ridge mountain range including Chimney Rock. History records that the idea of a resort community in western North Carolina was the vision of Dr. Lucius B. Morse. Soliciting the financial backing of his brothers, Dr. Morse purchased 400 acres around Chimney Rock in 1902 to create Chimney Rock Park. Additional acreage was acquired over the next several years to bring the total to 8,000 acres. Dr. Morse conceived the idea of building a dam on the Rocky Broad River to create a lake and a year-round resort. The dam was completed in September 1926, forming the lake which was named Lake Lure by Dr. Morse’s wife, Elizabeth Parkenson. The Town of Lake Lure was incorporated in 1927. The Town of Lake Lure is a great location for sports including swimming, golfing, hiking or serious rock climbing. You can enjoy a wide variety of water activities, ranging from canoeing and fishing to pleasure boating and water skiing. Both motor and non-motorized boats enjoy the lake however, a lake permit is required to place a private boat on the lake. Grandfather Mountain Be inspired by views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge, laugh at bear cubs and otters in natural habitats, and escape into a globally recognized nature preserve with 12 miles of the South's best alpine hiking trails. Open all year. US 221 and the Blue Ridge Parkway at Linville. 33-4337 Sunset Cruises Join Southern Waterways and experience the Biltmore Estate and the French Broad River in a whole new way on a relaxing sunset raft, canoe, or kayak ride though George Vanderbilt's prized land holdings. Wednesday and Saturday nights only. Cherokee Learn the history and meet the people of the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Visit the Oconoluftee Indian Village and see Unto These Hills for a great educational opportunity. Linville Caverns Located in WNC near Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns are worth the visit. Deep beneath Humpback Mountain, nature has sculpted a veritable masterpiece in stone. Toiling many centuries, slowly moving ground water has been the primary artist for this creation of underground labyrinths. The water dissolved out an incredible series of rooms and passages. The cavern was discovered in the 1800's by men intrigued by the mystery of fish swimming out of the mountain. Since then, extensive research has been done to acknowledge the history, folklore, geology and biology of Linville Caverns. The mystery is still alive. or Oconaluftee Indian Village Travel back to 1750 when you enter this recreated Cherolkee community featuring Native American guides in traditional costumes. Craft demonstration including canoe construction and arrow making take place in the midst of a seven sided coucil house, sweat lodge and cherokee homes. , Ghwy 441 N. Cherokee. or Flat Rock Playhouse One of the finest local playhouses in the United States. Highly acclaimed throughout the theater world. Check their web site for schedule. Asheville Tourists Take yourself down to the ballgame this summer at McCormic Field, 30 Buchanan St., as you watch Asheville's minor-league heroes, The Tourists, confront a host of regional contenders. Asheville Historic Trolley Tours Sightsee Asheville in style aboard our vintage touring trolleys.Visit Asheville's major attractions on this live, narrated tour including the Grove Park Inn,Montford Historic District, Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village and much,much more.The ticket price includes admission to the Thomas Wolfe Memorial and Grove Arcade Building. Hickory Furniture Mart When you’re in Asheville, you’re just over an hour away from the nation’s leading home furnishings resource and a shopping experience you’ll never forget. See a thousand lines in nearly a hundred beautiful factory stores, outlets and galleries. Ideas galore. Famous North Carolina prices. On-site hotel, restaurant, shipping service. Visit hickoryfurniture.com. 800/462-MART Biltmore Estate George Vanderbilt created Biltmore Estate in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains more than a century ago as a retreat for family and friends a place to rediscover gracious hospitality and revel in nature’s beauty. His vision holds true today. Explore Biltmore House, a magnificent 250-room château filled with priceless art and antiques. Stroll through century-old gardens designed by America’s first landscape architect. Savor award-winning wines and taste our chefs’ creations using estate-raised foods. Enjoy our 8,000 acres of forests, farmlands, and rivers on bikes, horseback, and rafts. 1- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy year-round scenic train journeys across fertile valleys, through tunnels and across river gorges in the Great Smoky Mountains. Tuckasegee River Excursion (3½ hour round trip), Nantahala Gorge Excursion (4½ hour round trip) and the Gourmet Dinner Train (2½ hours) are just a few of the wonderful excursion trips available to passengers. 1- or Lake Lure Marina Hop on board one of our many rental boats and discover for yourself why National Geographic named Lake Lure one of the ten most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Canoe, kayak, paddleboat, electric boat, pontoon and speed boat rentals. Wakeboarding and waterskiing. U.S. Hwy. 64/74A, 25 miles southeast of Asheville. Toll-free: 877-FUN-4-ALL, () Chimney Rock Park Find the best of the mountains in one place. This privately-owned scenic attraction near Asheville offers spectacular 75-mile views, a 404-foot waterfall, hiking trails and more. Grove Arcade Arts and Heritage Gallery The gallery features an state-of-the-art, interactive exhibition that uses a solid terrain model animated with regional voices, video, music and lasers to bring the culture and history of Western North Carolina to life. The Grove Arcade Arts & Heritage Gallery is a project of the Grove Arcade Public Market Foundation. Opened in January 2006, the gallery features the crafts, music and stories of the Blue Ridge. Visit the gallery and experience the places, objects and activities that authentically represent the people of Western North Carolina. The Gallery’s mission is to strive to help drive the local economy of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area by establishing strategic partnerships and promoting the region’s arts, crafts, music and cultural heritage. Blue Ridge Corn Maze Bring the whole family and find your way out of a maze that traverses six acres of corn field. Open July through October. Hickory Ridge Homestead Experience Appalachian life in the late 18th century at this living history museum composed of a log cabin, a weaving room, a barn and a smoke house. This outdoor drama, Horn in the West, set during the same era, is performed on site. Located at 591 Horn in the West Dr., Bo Mount Mitchell The eastern United States highest mountain. Experience a wonderful drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville to the Mount Mitchell State Park. A great place to have a picnic and walk on the surrounding trails. ext. 200 North Carolina's National Forests Take a look at some of the nation's top national forests located in the great state of North Carolina. Vance Birthplace On Reems Chreek Road off US 25 near Weaverville is the restored late 18th century homestead of North Carolina Senator and Civil War Governor Zebulon B. Vance. Open year-round. Admission is free. Cherohala Skyway This new two-lane skyway spans 40 miles to link Tennessee's Tellico Plains to Robbinsville, NC. Many scenic overlooks allow for beautiful view, excellent photography, and picnic lunches. Allow 1-1/2 to 2 hrs travel time. Western Carolina University's Mountain Heritage Center On WCU campus in Cullowhee. The center celebrates heritage of the Southern Appalchian region through exhibits, publications, educational programs and demonstrations. Free. Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center Downtown across from Pack Square, Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center houses Three Centuries of Pack Square, and is the home for the Asheville Art Museum, Diana Wortham Theater, Colburn Earth Science Museum, the Health Adventure and the YMI Cultural Center. A must see when visiting Asheville, NC. Asheville's Urban Trail The Asheville Urban Trail creates a living, historic walking tour of Asheville: a museum without walls, that illustrates and highlights the city's heritage. The remarkable abundance and survival of much of the city's turn-of-the-century architecture has set the decorative tone for the rebirth of the downtown area. And the visual beauty and intricate detail of the architecture style found here is not only a feast for the eyes, but also stands as a visual reminder of the remarkable, creative history of the city and of the dynamic and talented individuals who first chose Asheville as home. Along the Urban Trail the history of the city and of its people is represented in story and art. Blue Ridge Parkway One of America's finest driving routes, following the the Blue Ridge Mountains from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains. Folk Art Center The Folk Art Center, located just east of the heart of Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 382, is a center for one-of-a-kind, handmade crafts that are a part of the very fiber of the mountains. Cradle of Forestry This is a historical site and interpretive center in Pisgah National Forest near Brevard. The Cradle of Forestry is a beautiful place to visit any day of the week. Appalachian Trail This world famous trial runs through North Carolina on its way from the State of Maine from the Stae of Georgia. Pearson's Falls Located between Tryon and Saluda is Pearson's Falls. The Tryon Garden Club has own this 250-acre site for nearly 70 years. Hours are 10am -6pm Wednesday-Sunday. Admission is $2 for adults. Bent Creek Experimental Forest One of America's oldest research forests that is maintained by the USDA Forest Service. Nantahala National Forest This national forest contains the Memorial Joyce Kilmer Forest that contains one of America's oldest stand of Poplar Trees. Pisgah National Forest Nearly 500,000 acres of protected forest, featuring hundreds of miles hiking, biking, and horse trails, waterfalls, and beautiful mountaintop views. or Asheville Assault Asheville’s first all-women football team is a member of the National Women's Football association-and a mighty force to be reckoned with! Home games are held at Memorial Stadium, 30 Buchanan St. Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education A multi-agency wildlife center focusing on the wonders of NC native wildlife. Attractions include aquarium, guided walks, tour of fish hatchery, and gift shop. The center also offers a verity of schedules programs for groups. Special-event programs and educator workshops are also scheduled during the year. Free admission. FR 475 off us 276 N. Pisgah Forest. Pisgah Forest Fish Hatchery Housed at the base of John Rock, the hatchery raises the thousands of trout used to stock area streams. Feeding the fish is a real treat for kids, and an educational center with programs and interpretive walking trail will educate and entrain all ages. FR 475 off US 276 N., Pisgah Forest. Asheville Botanical Gardens The Botanical Gardens at Asheville, North Carolina is located in one of the three most diverse temperate ecosystems on earth - the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Our collections are primarily native species displayed in both natural settings and in ways designed for ease of examination and beauty. Riverside Cemetary This cemetery in Asheville is the burial place of Thomas Wolfe and O Henry. North Carolina Arboretum A 427-acre facility with a Visitor Education Center, state-of-the-art greenhouses, beautiful gardens, and walking trails. Great Smoky Mountains National Park America's most visited National Park. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has the Blue Ridge Parkway going through it, so it is to access with great vistas around every turn. WNC Nature Center The Western North Carolina Nature Center is the first place where area children meet the animals they have read about. Deers, bears, cougars, wolf, racoons, birds and even farm animals are there for all to learn about. Exhibits on area poisonous snakes are worth absorbing. An aviary, self-guided nature trail and petting zoo make this a great place for the family. Small admission fee. Catawba Science Center This is 12,000 sq. feet of hands-on experimental exhibits that include live animals, earth and physical science, toddler areas and natural history exhibits. Located on the SALT block in the Arts & Sciences Center of Catawba Valley, 243 Third Ave., NE in Hickory. Thomas Wolfe House The boyhood home of the author Thomas Wolfe (Look Homeward, Angel) is furnished with family possessions and open for tours (appr. 30 min.). A number of special events take place each year. Small admission fee. Smith-McDowell House Museum, Asheville's First Mansion If you are planning a visit to the Asheville area for the color season, you might want to plan a visit to the Smith-McDowell House Museum. Built circa 1840 by James McConnell Smith, the Smith McDowell House is Asheville's oldest surviving house and the oldest brick house in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Small admission fee. Mineral & Lapidary Museum The museum is located at 400 North Main Street below the Genealogical and Historical Society. Asheville Art Museum As the single visual arts facility serving Western North Carolina, the Asheville Art Museum, its collection and programs are the only such resources available to the diverse communities in the region. YMI Cultural Center For years, the 18,000 square foot YMI building was the social and economic center of Asheville's Black community. Currently YMI is a cultural center operating with support from the City of Asheville. Its impressive Tudor-style structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features four galleries and a 300-seat performing arts theatre. Land of the Waterfalls Visit over 250 majestic waterfalls throughout Transylvania County. We're in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains where the air is cool, the waters are pure, and the welcome is warm! Carl Sandburg Home This historic site consists of a 22 room house, barns, sheds, rolling pastures, walking trails, two small lakes, ponds, flower and vegetable gardens, and an orchard. This is where Carl Sandburg felt the peace and solitude he required to write. Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre The Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre's work includes family oriented dance theatre productions, collaborative shows, community involvement, dance networking, educational training, touring shows and presentations, and an international exchange program. Appalachian Cultural Museum The mission of the Appalachian Cultural Museum is to provide a continuing reinterpretation of life and culture in the Blue Ridge region, and to serve as a laboratory for new museum ideas. The Health Adventure The Health Adventure celebrates the pursuit of wellness in mind, body, and spirit. The interactive activities throughout the Health Adventure keep children learning. Western North Carolina Agricultural Center This is the home of the Western North Carolina State Fair. The facilities include the McGough Arena, J. Clayton Davis Arena, Outside Warmup Rings, Sales Arena, Stall Barns, and Youth Building. Gorges State Park The newest addition to North Carolina's state parks is right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Gorges State Park has over 80 inches of rain a year making it a temperate rain forest. The plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and concentration of rare and unique species makes this a wonderful park to visit. Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre SART’s purpose has been to produce quality theatre by a professional non-profit company and to present plays concerning Appalachia that portray the rich culture and heritage of its people and to promote the development of original plays. Sliding Rock Test your sense of adventure at this popular natural water slide fueled by 11,000 gallons of water a minute! Wear old jeans or shorts for the 150-foot long ride down slick rock into a six-foot-deep pool of chilled mountain water. And for safety's sake, there's a life guard or two watching the fun and aiming to keep it that way. 1- or... more info >>
Location:Black Mountain, North Carolina
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:1
Sleeps:6
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Fireplace, Hot Tub, Lakefront, Laundry, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, TV, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Beach, Biking, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Museums, Rock Climbing, Shopping, Swimming, Water Skiing, Zoo & more activities »
Description:This is our full-time home that we currently live in, however we rent it out with adequate notice. Our house is available summer months from June through mid-August, mid-December through the first week of January as well as the first 10 days of April . If you need additional space, we also have a detached fully furnished 1 bedroom house (also listed on airbnb.com) that shares a driveway with our house, as well as a 37' motor home (we also have an RV spot with 50amp full hook up (electricity/water/sewage/Wifi) in our driveway for your motor home or ours). The cottage, motor home it is the home of over 1,050 permanent residents. Located in western North Carolina, the town sits in the heart of Hickory Nut Gorge, east of Asheville. The Rocky Broad River winds its way through a series of rapids down through Hickory Nut Gorge, and the crystal clear water flows through the valley that feeds Lake Lure. The Town of Lake Lure encompasses 13.25 square miles including the lake with a large central body of deep water, three long bays, an island of seven acres and many small bays and inlets with a background of forest clad hills and mountains. The climate is unusually temperate as Lake Lure lies in the “thermal belt” of the western North Carolina mountains and foothills. The lake is the number one attraction and the reason so many families visit Lake Lure year after year. National Geographic has called Lake Lure one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Visitors come to enjoy the 720 acres of lake, sparkling clean beach area, and the incredible Blue Ridge mountain range including Chimney Rock. History records that the idea of a resort community in western North Carolina was the vision of Dr. Lucius B. Morse. Soliciting the financial backing of his brothers, Dr. Morse purchased 400 acres around Chimney Rock in 1902 to create Chimney Rock Park. Additional acreage was acquired over the next several years to bring the total to 8,000 acres. Dr. Morse conceived the idea of building a dam on the Rocky Broad River to create a lake and a year-round resort. The dam was completed in September 1926, forming the lake which was named Lake Lure by Dr. Morse’s wife, Elizabeth Parkenson. The Town of Lake Lure was incorporated in 1927. The Town of Lake Lure is a great location for sports including swimming, golfing, hiking or serious rock climbing. You can enjoy a wide variety of water activities, ranging from canoeing and fishing to pleasure boating and water skiing. Both motor and non-motorized boats enjoy the lake however, a lake permit is required to place a private boat on the lake. Grandfather Mountain Be inspired by views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge, laugh at bear cubs and otters in natural habitats, and escape into a globally recognized nature preserve with 12 miles of the South's best alpine hiking trails. Open all year. US 221 and the Blue Ridge Parkway at Linville. 33-4337 Sunset Cruises Join Southern Waterways and experience the Biltmore Estate and the French Broad River in a whole new way on a relaxing sunset raft, canoe, or kayak ride though George Vanderbilt's prized land holdings. Wednesday and Saturday nights only. Cherokee Learn the history and meet the people of the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Visit the Oconoluftee Indian Village and see Unto These Hills for a great educational opportunity. Linville Caverns Located in WNC near Grandfather Mountain, Linville Caverns are worth the visit. Deep beneath Humpback Mountain, nature has sculpted a veritable masterpiece in stone. Toiling many centuries, slowly moving ground water has been the primary artist for this creation of underground labyrinths. The water dissolved out an incredible series of rooms and passages. The cavern was discovered in the 1800's by men intrigued by the mystery of fish swimming out of the mountain. Since then, extensive research has been done to acknowledge the history, folklore, geology and biology of Linville Caverns. The mystery is still alive. or Oconaluftee Indian Village Travel back to 1750 when you enter this recreated Cherolkee community featuring Native American guides in traditional costumes. Craft demonstration including canoe construction and arrow making take place in the midst of a seven sided coucil house, sweat lodge and cherokee homes. , Ghwy 441 N. Cherokee. or Flat Rock Playhouse One of the finest local playhouses in the United States. Highly acclaimed throughout the theater world. Check their web site for schedule. Asheville Tourists Take yourself down to the ballgame this summer at McCormic Field, 30 Buchanan St., as you watch Asheville's minor-league heroes, The Tourists, confront a host of regional contenders. Asheville Historic Trolley Tours Sightsee Asheville in style aboard our vintage touring trolleys.Visit Asheville's major attractions on this live, narrated tour including the Grove Park Inn,Montford Historic District, Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village and much,much more.The ticket price includes admission to the Thomas Wolfe Memorial and Grove Arcade Building. Hickory Furniture Mart When you’re in Asheville, you’re just over an hour away from the nation’s leading home furnishings resource and a shopping experience you’ll never forget. See a thousand lines in nearly a hundred beautiful factory stores, outlets and galleries. Ideas galore. Famous North Carolina prices. On-site hotel, restaurant, shipping service. Visit hickoryfurniture.com. 800/462-MART Biltmore Estate George Vanderbilt created Biltmore Estate in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains more than a century ago as a retreat for family and friends a place to rediscover gracious hospitality and revel in nature’s beauty. His vision holds true today. Explore Biltmore House, a magnificent 250-room château filled with priceless art and antiques. Stroll through century-old gardens designed by America’s first landscape architect. Savor award-winning wines and taste our chefs’ creations using estate-raised foods. Enjoy our 8,000 acres of forests, farmlands, and rivers on bikes, horseback, and rafts. 1- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy year-round scenic train journeys across fertile valleys, through tunnels and across river gorges in the Great Smoky Mountains. Tuckasegee River Excursion (3½ hour round trip), Nantahala Gorge Excursion (4½ hour round trip) and the Gourmet Dinner Train (2½ hours) are just a few of the wonderful excursion trips available to passengers. 1- or Lake Lure Marina Hop on board one of our many rental boats and discover for yourself why National Geographic named Lake Lure one of the ten most beautiful man-made lakes in the world. Canoe, kayak, paddleboat, electric boat, pontoon and speed boat rentals. Wakeboarding and waterskiing. U.S. Hwy. 64/74A, 25 miles southeast of Asheville. Toll-free: 877-FUN-4-ALL, () Chimney Rock Park Find the best of the mountains in one place. This privately-owned scenic attraction near Asheville offers spectacular 75-mile views, a 404-foot waterfall, hiking trails and more. Grove Arcade Arts and Heritage Gallery The gallery features an state-of-the-art, interactive exhibition that uses a solid terrain model animated with regional voices, video, music and lasers to bring the culture and history of Western North Carolina to life. The Grove Arcade Arts & Heritage Gallery is a project of the Grove Arcade Public Market Foundation. Opened in January 2006, the gallery features the crafts, music and stories of the Blue Ridge. Visit the gallery and experience the places, objects and activities that authentically represent the people of Western North Carolina. The Gallery’s mission is to strive to help drive the local economy of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area by establishing strategic partnerships and promoting the region’s arts, crafts, music and cultural heritage. Blue Ridge Corn Maze Bring the whole family and find your way out of a maze that traverses six acres of corn field. Open July through October. Hickory Ridge Homestead Experience Appalachian life in the late 18th century at this living history museum composed of a log cabin, a weaving room, a barn and a smoke house. This outdoor drama, Horn in the West, set during the same era, is performed on site. Located at 591 Horn in the West Dr., Bo Mount Mitchell The eastern United States highest mountain. Experience a wonderful drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville to the Mount Mitchell State Park. A great place to have a picnic and walk on the surrounding trails. ext. 200 North Carolina's National Forests Take a look at some of the nation's top national forests located in the great state of North Carolina. Vance Birthplace On Reems Chreek Road off US 25 near Weaverville is the restored late 18th century homestead of North Carolina Senator and Civil War Governor Zebulon B. Vance. Open year-round. Admission is free. Cherohala Skyway This new two-lane skyway spans 40 miles to link Tennessee's Tellico Plains to Robbinsville, NC. Many scenic overlooks allow for beautiful view, excellent photography, and picnic lunches. Allow 1-1/2 to 2 hrs travel time. Western Carolina University's Mountain Heritage Center On WCU campus in Cullowhee. The center celebrates heritage of the Southern Appalchian region through exhibits, publications, educational programs and demonstrations. Free. Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center Downtown across from Pack Square, Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center houses Three Centuries of Pack Square, and is the home for the Asheville Art Museum, Diana Wortham Theater, Colburn Earth Science Museum, the Health Adventure and the YMI Cultural Center. A must see when visiting Asheville, NC. Asheville's Urban Trail The Asheville Urban Trail creates a living, historic walking tour of Asheville: a museum without walls, that illustrates and highlights the city's heritage. The remarkable abundance and survival of much of the city's turn-of-the-century architecture has set the decorative tone for the rebirth of the downtown area. And the visual beauty and intricate detail of the architecture style found here is not only a feast for the eyes, but also stands as a visual reminder of the remarkable, creative history of the city and of the dynamic and talented individuals who first chose Asheville as home. Along the Urban Trail the history of the city and of its people is represented in story and art. Blue Ridge Parkway One of America's finest driving routes, following the the Blue Ridge Mountains from Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains. Folk Art Center The Folk Art Center, located just east of the heart of Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 382, is a center for one-of-a-kind, handmade crafts that are a part of the very fiber of the mountains. Cradle of Forestry This is a historical site and interpretive center in Pisgah National Forest near Brevard. The Cradle of Forestry is a beautiful place to visit any day of the week. Appalachian Trail This world famous trial runs through North Carolina on its way from the State of Maine from the Stae of Georgia. Pearson's Falls Located between Tryon and Saluda is Pearson's Falls. The Tryon Garden Club has own this 250-acre site for nearly 70 years. Hours are 10am -6pm Wednesday-Sunday. Admission is $2 for adults. Bent Creek Experimental Forest One of America's oldest research forests that is maintained by the USDA Forest Service. Nantahala National Forest This national forest contains the Memorial Joyce Kilmer Forest that contains one of America's oldest stand of Poplar Trees. Pisgah National Forest Nearly 500,000 acres of protected forest, featuring hundreds of miles hiking, biking, and horse trails, waterfalls, and beautiful mountaintop views. or Asheville Assault Asheville’s first all-women football team is a member of the National Women's Football association-and a mighty force to be reckoned with! Home games are held at Memorial Stadium, 30 Buchanan St. Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education A multi-agency wildlife center focusing on the wonders of NC native wildlife. Attractions include aquarium, guided walks, tour of fish hatchery, and gift shop. The center also offers a verity of schedules programs for groups. Special-event programs and educator workshops are also scheduled during the year. Free admission. FR 475 off us 276 N. Pisgah Forest. Pisgah Forest Fish Hatchery Housed at the base of John Rock, the hatchery raises the thousands of trout used to stock area streams. Feeding the fish is a real treat for kids, and an educational center with programs and interpretive walking trail will educate and entrain all ages. FR 475 off US 276 N., Pisgah Forest. Asheville Botanical Gardens The Botanical Gardens at Asheville, North Carolina is located in one of the three most diverse temperate ecosystems on earth - the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Our collections are primarily native species displayed in both natural settings and in ways designed for ease of examination and beauty. Riverside Cemetary This cemetery in Asheville is the burial place of Thomas Wolfe and O Henry. North Carolina Arboretum A 427-acre facility with a Visitor Education Center, state-of-the-art greenhouses, beautiful gardens, and walking trails. Great Smoky Mountains National Park America's most visited National Park. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has the Blue Ridge Parkway going through it, so it is to access with great vistas around every turn. WNC Nature Center The Western North Carolina Nature Center is the first place where area children meet the animals they have read about. Deers, bears, cougars, wolf, racoons, birds and even farm animals are there for all to learn about. Exhibits on area poisonous snakes are worth absorbing. An aviary, self-guided nature trail and petting zoo make this a great place for the family. Small admission fee. Catawba Science Center This is 12,000 sq. feet of hands-on experimental exhibits that include live animals, earth and physical science, toddler areas and natural history exhibits. Located on the SALT block in the Arts & Sciences Center of Catawba Valley, 243 Third Ave., NE in Hickory. Thomas Wolfe House The boyhood home of the author Thomas Wolfe (Look Homeward, Angel) is furnished with family possessions and open for tours (appr. 30 min.). A number of special events take place each year. Small admission fee. Smith-McDowell House Museum, Asheville's First Mansion If you are planning a visit to the Asheville area for the color season, you might want to plan a visit to the Smith-McDowell House Museum. Built circa 1840 by James McConnell Smith, the Smith McDowell House is Asheville's oldest surviving house and the oldest brick house in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Small admission fee. Mineral & Lapidary Museum The museum is located at 400 North Main Street below the Genealogical and Historical Society. Asheville Art Museum As the single visual arts facility serving Western North Carolina, the Asheville Art Museum, its collection and programs are the only such resources available to the diverse communities in the region. YMI Cultural Center For years, the 18,000 square foot YMI building was the social and economic center of Asheville's Black community. Currently YMI is a cultural center operating with support from the City of Asheville. Its impressive Tudor-style structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features four galleries and a 300-seat performing arts theatre. Land of the Waterfalls Visit over 250 majestic waterfalls throughout Transylvania County. We're in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains where the air is cool, the waters are pure, and the welcome is warm! Carl Sandburg Home This historic site consists of a 22 room house, barns, sheds, rolling pastures, walking trails, two small lakes, ponds, flower and vegetable gardens, and an orchard. This is where Carl Sandburg felt the peace and solitude he required to write. Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre The Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre's work includes family oriented dance theatre productions, collaborative shows, community involvement, dance networking, educational training, touring shows and presentations, and an international exchange program. Appalachian Cultural Museum The mission of the Appalachian Cultural Museum is to provide a continuing reinterpretation of life and culture in the Blue Ridge region, and to serve as a laboratory for new museum ideas. The Health Adventure The Health Adventure celebrates the pursuit of wellness in mind, body, and spirit. The interactive activities throughout the Health Adventure keep children learning. Western North Carolina Agricultural Center This is the home of the Western North Carolina State Fair. The facilities include the McGough Arena, J. Clayton Davis Arena, Outside Warmup Rings, Sales Arena, Stall Barns, and Youth Building. Gorges State Park The newest addition to North Carolina's state parks is right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Gorges State Park has over 80 inches of rain a year making it a temperate rain forest. The plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls, and concentration of rare and unique species makes this a wonderful park to visit. Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre SART’s purpose has been to produce quality theatre by a professional non-profit company and to present plays concerning Appalachia that portray the rich culture and heritage of its people and to promote the development of original plays. Sliding Rock Test your sense of adventure at this popular natural water slide fueled by 11,000 gallons of water a minute! Wear old jeans or shorts for the 150-foot long ride down slick rock into a six-foot-deep pool of chilled mountain water. And for safety's sake, there's a life guard or two watching the fun and aiming to keep it that way. 1- or... more info >>
Location:Burnsville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:8
Bathrooms:7
Sleeps:10
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Iron, Kitchenette, Laundry, Microwave, Oven, Pets OK, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Screened Porch, Smoking OK, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster & more amenities »
Description:CHECK OUT OUR NEW LOWER RATES! Step back into a simpler time with the rustic charm of Cattail Cabins. We dare you not to relax, lulled by the sounds of the river from your own private space or lounging by the firepit in the picnic area. Spend your days biking, hiking, or picnicing mid-river on nature's own picnic table.... more info >>
Location:Asheville, North Carolina
Bedrooms:6
Sleeps:16
Property Type:Condo
Amenities:Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, DVD Player, Deck, Fireplace, Mountain View, Shower, Smoking OK, TV, VCR, Woodburning Stove & more amenities »
Activities:Biking
Description:This Asheville Bed and Breakfast, the Aberdeen Inn, was built as a large family residence in the early 1900 's and is now part of the Grove Park neighborhood of North Asheville, close to downtown and convenient to all local attractions (see below). The Asheville Bed and Breakfast is one of the earliest houses built in the area, the Aberdeen Inn rests comfortably on a small rise surrounded by nearly an acre of lawns, trees and gardens. From the columned wraparound front porch, the oak and dogwood trees frame your view of the mountains surrounding Asheville. All rooms in this Asheville Bed and Breakfast have a private bath, king or queen sized beds, central air conditioning, ceiling-fans, cable television with DVD player and big fluffy robes.... more info >>
Location:Boone, North Carolina
Bedrooms:2
Sleeps:6
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:Air Conditioning, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dart Board, Deck, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Foosball Table, Full kitchen, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Pool Table, Refrigerator, Shower, Stereo, Stove, TV, Toaster, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access, Woodburning Stove & more amenities »
Description:Whether you want to get away to enjoy the beautiful colors in the Fall, enjoy an NC Ski Vacation in the Winter, watch the hills come alive in the Spring, or escape the hot Summer in the Western NC Mountains, Southern Comfort is a fantastic choice for your cabin rental throughout the year! Southern Comfort is in a prime central location in the High Country to accommodate any traveler. It is just 7 miles outside of Boone and about 8 miles from Linville, Grandfather Mountain, and Banner Elk in an area called Foscoe. So, if you 're geared up for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, or even catching a game of Appalachian Football, Southern is close to it all! As you walk into the cabin you are greeted with a nice open floor plan featuring the kitchen, dining, and living rooms. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the modern neccessities including D/W, stove, microwave, toaster, coffe maker, blender, all your cooking needs...the works! The living room is very cozy and a perfect spot for sitting around the wood burning fireplace with a stone chimney that rises up to the ceiling. Above you, the second bedroom looks out over the living room. The loft dons a comfortable queen sized bed. In the master bedroom, on the main level, you will find a plush king-sized bed, a nice-sized closet, and bay window. The master bathroom adds a nice touch with a jacuzzi bathtub for two as well as a separate shower. As if that is not enough, you can head down stairs to a great recreation room where there is a pool table, foosball, dart board, a TV with dvd player, a third full bathroom, a futon and a roll away cot for 3 more sleepers. Complete the ambiance with a nice wood-burning wood stove. The ammenities are endless....you can 't forget the 6 person hot tub just off the recreation room, the covered front deck with sitting room and a gas grill, the view of Seven Devils. After a long day of skiing , biking, fishing, or hiking Grandfather Mountain or the Blue Ridge Parkway, a nice soak in the hot tub is the perfect end...... more info >>
Location:Mars Hill, North Carolina
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:3
Sleeps:12
Property Type:Vacation Home
Amenities:BBQ, CD Player, Deck, Disability Access, Hot Tub, Laundry, Linens, Mountain View, Phone, Playground, Pool Table, Swimming Pool, TV, Towels, Wireless Internet Access & more amenities »
Activities:Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Rafting, Restaurants, Snow Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing & more activities »
Description:--> n--> nWhether youe28099re coming to ski, relaxc2a0on the deckc2a0or just take in the long-range mountain views, you will enjoy this newly decorated mountaintop cabin. Walk to the slopes, or enjoy a game of pool on the 8 ft. Pool Table in the game room. Have a seat at the table top Arcade Game, and play one of 60 all-time favorite games, including: Pac Man, Ms Pac Man, Galaga, Frogger, Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Jr, Galaxian, Space Invaders, Galaga 3, Gyruss, 1942, Burgertime, Centipede, ect.. nCome experience the outdoors with three expansive decks, outdoor swing, and rockers overlooking the mountains. Enjoy the relaxing four person hot tub on the private bottom deck. Cherish the Cabin, is fully decorated and features a leather sofa and loveseat in the main level living room. Your whole gang can gather in the open living room, dining room and kitchen e28093 and there is also a half bath on this level. Relax and enjoy your favorite shows on one of two flat screen HDTVe28099s. This is a perfect gathering place for larger families as it will sleep 12 people! The master bedroom on the main floor has a comfortable queen size bed and its own private master bath. The kids can get together in the upper level bunk room, which features a set of full-size bunk beds and a twin Trundle bed, along with a TV and CD player. Upstairs you will also find the third bedroom with queen sized bed and sitting chair. These two bedrooms share a full bathroom. On the bottom floor you will enjoy another private bedroom with queen bed, along with a couch / futon in the main room. A washer/dryer is provided in the lower level utility closet. There is also a full bath on this level. nWhen ite28099s time to get away, you can visit downtown Asheville, and enjoy one of their many great restaurants, or visit the Biltmore Estates and Winery. Take a whitewater rafting, biking, hiking or horseback riding daytripe280a6and when you return, you can relax and enjoy all of Cherish the Cabine28099s incredible amenities. nSleeping Arrangements:c2a03c2a0Queen Beds,c2a0Set of Full-Size Bunkc2a0Beds with Twin Trundle, Full-Size Futon nAmenities: n* Hot Tub on the Deck n* Pool Tablec2a0in Gameroom n* Table Top Arcade Game in Gameroom n* Golf Available n* Barbecue Grill - Propane n* Fireplacec2a0(Not in operation from June 1st through September 30th) n* Cable TVs, DVDs, CD players n* Wireless Internet - High Speed n* Telephone with free US Long Distance n* Well Equipped Kitchen n* Washer/Dryer n* Linens/Towels provided n* Wheelchair Accessible nActivities On Site: n* Kids Playground n* Hiking n* Skiing, Snow boarding nActivities Available Nearby: n--> n* White Water Rafting, Kayaking n* Horseback Riding n* Trout Fishing n* Trail Hiking (Appalachian Trail e28093 3 Miles n* Golfing--> n* Snow Tubing (during ski season) n* Zipline-->... more info >>
Location:Black Mountain, North Carolina
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3
Sleeps:6
Property Type:Vacation Home
Description:Beautiful, new 3 bedroom. 2.5 bath townhouse located in the quaint Village of Cheshire. Fully furnished with new Ethan Allen furniture, this home has nice views from its walk around covered porch. The house includes a gas log fireplace, cable TV & full house stereo system for inside and out.Two minute walk to the Cheshire town center with Morning Glory Cafe. Only a short drive to downtown Black Mountain with an array of shopes and restaurants while nearby Asheville offers hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing and a lively arts community. Spend some time relaxing at the Cheshire Fitness Club and Health Spa or sit back and relax on one of the porch rocking chairs. HOUSE LAYOUT: Main floor-kitchen, living/dining room, master BR with king and full bath. Upstairs:BR with 2 twins, BR with 2 twins, full hall bath. SHEETS AND TOWELS INCLUDED.... more info >>
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