Your Mountain Guide to Accommodations,
Services & Attractions in North Carolina
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ASHEVILLE, NC

Asheville East KOA - Exit 59 off I-40 big rigs & tenters. Welcome wooded sites, with pool, lare & river fishing. 800-KOA, 590-72708. Hwy 70E, Swannanoa, NC 28778. www.ashevillekoa.com 

Bear Creek RV Park & Campground - Ext. Rt. 191 from Parkway; I-40 Exit 47; or I-26 Exit 2, 3 miles north of Parkway off Rt. 191. 5 mins. Biltmore House. 90 full hookups, paved sites, pool, laundry. Open year around. 828-253-0798 or 800-833-0798.

Carolina Fabric Outlet - Largest selection of dress fabric and upholstery in North Carolina. Exit Asheville, NC I-40 Exit 59. Swannanoa 828-686-3336.

Country Inn & Suites - Brand new! Exit #2 off I-26. Across from Biltmore Square Mall. 2 room suites & 2 room whirlpool suites. Close to Biltmore House. 828-670-9000.

Hampton Inn Biltmore Square Mall - Enjoy Asheville's finest award-winning hotel. Free breakfast bar, indoor pool, spa, and fitness center. In-room brewed coffee and free USA Today. Near Biltmore Estate and attractions. Located on I-26 exit 2 or I-40 exit 47. Coming from Parkway, milepost 393.5 to 191 North. Call 828-667-2022.

Mountain Springs Cabins/ Chalets - Adjacent Parkway at Mt Pisgah Hwy 151 or 15 miles west of Asheville and Biltmore Estate. Porches overlooking mountain stream. Fishing, tubing, picnicking, grills, mountain trails, fireplaces and cable. Horseback riding, balloon rides & golf nearby. 828-665-1004.

BALSAM, NC

Moonshine Creek Campground - S. at Balsam exit on US 23-74. Left at Balsam, 1/2 mi. RV & tent, full hookups, hot showers. Quiet, cool & secluded on rambling creek. AAA. Box 10, Balsam, NC 28707. (828)586-6666. www.moonshinecreekcampground.com

BANNER ELK, NC

Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk - Boone area, located 7 miles from Grandfather Mtn and the Parkway. Full service restaurant & lounge, heater pool. Pet friendly rooms (877) 877-4553. www.bestwesternbannerelk.com 

Smoke Tree Lodge - 12 miles south of Boone on Hwy 105. Nestled at the foot of Grandfather Mtn. Condo-apts, heated indoor pool, ESPN, Jacuzzi, saunas. (800) 422-1880. www.smoketree_lodge.com

BEECH MOUNTAIN, NC

Condominium And Chalet Rentals - By the day, week or month - kitchens, full linens, fireplaces, whirlpools, country club access (golf, tennis, heat. Pools, family activities) Coolest locations in south. Call 1-800-692-2061 or 828/387-4251. 503 Beech Mtn. Pkwy. (next to Fred's General Mercantile) Beechwood Realty.

BLOWING ROCK, NC

Alpine Village Inn - 297 Sunset Dr. Open all year. Reasonable rates. Quaint cozy rooms in the heart of town. AC/CCTV & phones. Morning coffee, fireplaces, jacuzzi. 828-295-7206. www.alpine-village-inn.com 

Chetola Resort - Spacious rooms, suites and condominiums. Manor House Restaurant, Synder's Soda Shoppe. Indoor pool, massage therapy, boating, racquetball and more. Mid-week value rates Nov.-May. N. Main St. 1-800-chetola. www.chetola.com   

Cliff Dwellers Inn - 1 mile south of Parkway off Hwy. 321. Big rooms, y'all love the views. Ref/coffee maker. www.cliffdwellers.com (800) 322-7380 or (828) 295-7987.

Hemlock Inn & Suites - 134 Morris St. Downtown, 2 miles from Parkway. Open all year. Walk to shoppes, restaurants. www.hemlockinn.net (828) 295-7987.

Mystery Hill - 129 Mystery HIll Ln, Blowing ROck, NC 28605. Family fun center. Feel the strange pull. Hall of Mystery artifacts. Museum open all year. 828-263-0507. info@mysteryhill-NC.com 

Riverside Log Cabins - 129 Mystery Hill Ln, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. 828-263-0507. One and two bedroom units. www.Riversidelogcabins.com  Open all year. Close to attractions.

BOONE, NC

Best Western Blue Ridge Plaza - Hwy 421 Boone. 5 mi. from the Parkway. Brand new! Indoor pool, gift shop, micro/fridge & coffee maker in every room. Cont. breakfast, suites with fireplaces/jacuzzi. www.bestwesternboone.com (888) 573-0408 toll free.

Hidden Valley Motel- Birds, blooms and butterflies in the Foscoe Valley. Hwy 105 south between Boone and Banner Elk. Call 828/963-4372. E-mail jiharrison@infoaue.net

High Country Inn - Newly redecorated & refurnished. Geno's Restaurant & Sports Lounge. Indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. Showtime & cable TV. 120 rooms, 6 king rms. w/fireplaces, 2 suites w/Jacuzzi, 2 log cabins. 828-264-1000 or 800-334-5605.

KOA Kampground - From Boone, 194N 3 miles. Left on Ray Brown Rd. 1 mile. Beautiful view. Rec room, mini golf, laundry. 123 Harmony Mtn. Lane, Boone, NC 28607. 828-264-7250.

Mountain Villa Motor Lodge - Highway 321 South, Boone NC. Quiet location with excellent view. Jacuzzi, cable, pool & many other amenities. 1-800-525-5861.  

NC High Country Host - 1700 Blowing Rock Rd., Boone, NC 28607. (900) 438-7500. judy@highcountryhost.com

BREVARD, NC

Inn at Brevard - Lodging, dining, cocktails, B&B European cuisine. 15 antique furnished rooms. Breakfast. 410 E. Main St, Brevard, NC 28712. 828-884-2105, www.innatbrevard.8m.com and brevard@citcom.net 

Cradle of Forestry - Historic site Hwy. 276 milepost #412. Movie, trails, exhibits, train, helicopter simulator, craftsmen. (828) 877-3130. www.cradleofforestry.com

BRYSON CITY, NC

Nantahala Village Mountain Resort & Meeting Center - A unique mountain resort on 200 acres overlooking the Smokies. 50 cabins, 11 lodge rooms, restaurant, pool, horses, rafting, meeting/banquet facilities. Great vacation base. Open Mar. -Dec. Call for directions. (800) 438-1507.  

Riverbend Lodging - New rooms on river, 1 cabin, 1 cottage. Micro/fridges/coffee. 470 Hwy 19. (877) 272-3125 www.riverbendlodging.com

BURNSVILLE, NC

Alpine Village Resort - 1 & 2 bedroom condos. Great views. Tennis, heated pool/summer, cable TV, special golf fees. 3 miles west of Parkway, exit Buck Creek Gap Hwy. 80. No pets. 828/675-4103.

Mountain Laurel Retreat - 2 rental cabins off Parkway 8 mi S. of Little Switzerland. 3800 ft. Private mountain top overlooking Mt. Mitchell/Black Mtn. Range. Call Susan or Jim Wilburn for brochure. 828/675-5365.

Ridgetop Cabins - Family vacation hideaway in the NC mountains. Secluded cabin rentals with fireplace on the Blue Ridge Pwy (Milepost 342, between Mt. Mitchell and Little Switzerland) on trout pond. Kitchen, fireplace, deck. 3800 feet. Pets welcome. The Hubbards. For brochure, write Rt. 5, Box 643, Burnsville, NC 28714 or call (828) 675-5511. www.ridgetopnc.com

CHEROKEE, NC

Newfound Lodge - We're on the river! Private Balconies, Heat, Air, Phone, Cable, 3 Restaurants, 3 Gift Shops, Texaco, Outfitters Store, Fishing, 1/4 mile to outdoor drama & Indian Village. 34 Hwy 441 N. 828-497-2746.

Oconaluftee Indian Village - Share the rich history and traditions of the Cherokee at this replica of a Cherokee community of the 1750s. May 15-Oct. 25.

Qualla Motel - US Hwy 441, entrance to Parkwy, Great Smoky Mtns & Harrah's Casino. Rooms have 2 beds, showtime tel and pool. 828-497-5161.  

Ramada Limited - 196 Paintown Rd., PO Box 1390, Cherokee. Free breakfast, casino shuttle, micro-fridge, heated pool, award winning property. 100 yards from casino. (888) 849-5263.

CHIMNEY ROCK, NC

Bubba O'Leary's General Store & Outfitters - Visit Bubba the yellow Labrador at his old timey General Store and enjoy a 10¢ cup of coffee, penny candy, or a 6 1/2 oz. Coke while you play checkers. Also visit Bubba's expanded Outfitter's across Main Street on the banks of the Rocky Broad River. Bubba can outfit you from head to paw for all your mountain adventures. Downtown Chimney Rock. 828/625-2479.

Chimney Rock Park - Scenic attraction near Asheville. Incredible 75-mile view, 3 trails to 404-ft. waterfall, 26-story elevator inside mtn & more. 800-277-9611. www.chimneyrockpark.com

FLEETWOOD, NC

River Farm Inn - Romantic getaway on New River. 2 elegant suites on top of barn; 1 carriage suite; log house. Jacuzzi; gas logs or fireplace, kitchen, dining and sitting area, AC, washer/dryer, TV. Excellent area to bike, hike, canoe, kayak. 336/877-1728.  www.riverfarminn.com

Wolf Den Cabins - Secluded, private, year round mountain retreat. Three newly constructed cabins. 5 miles from Parkway. 1 mile from New River. www.wolfdencabins.com. Call 1-866-WOLFDEN.

FLETCHER, NC

Rutledge Lake Travel Park - From I-26 in Asheville, take Airport Rd., Exit 9. Go east 1 mile to Rutledge Rd., right 1 mile to travel park on left. 75 sites, full hookup, laundry, fishing, canoe rentals, natural trail, furnished cabin. Close to Biltmore House. 828/654-7873,800/368-3209.  www.campinginnorthcarolina.com

GLENDALE SPRINGS, NC

The Gathering Place on the Blue Ridge- "A Motel with the Hospitality of a Country Inn." Featuring Friends & Family Restaurant. Family owned. Adjacent to Parkway, at MP 259 & Northwest Trading Post. Inn features rooms on one level, cable, AC. Cabins available. All with rocking chair views. 336/982-3289. Res. 800/819-7643. www.gatheringplace.com

Glendale Springs Inn & Restaurant - 1892-7414 NC Hwy. 16. 1/3 mile from Pkwy., MP 259. 9 guest rms. w/private baths, brkfst., tv. Fine dining. 800-287-1206.

Mountain View Lodge & Cabins-  MP 256. Secluded B&B lodge plus five duplex cabins w/kitchenettes, full bathrooms, linens furnished. Genuine North Carolina hospitality for a relaxing "get away." See local wildlife up close! Open all year. Great for large families & group retreats. Smoking outside only. MC/C/AMEX. Pet friendly! 336-982-2233 or  800-903-6811. www.mtnviewlodge.com  

HENDERSONVILLE, NC

Days Inn Hendersonville-102 Mitchell Dr. Parkway & Biltmore Estate 20 miles - Chimney Rock 15 miles - Sandburg Home 8 miles - Restaurants nearby. Major credit cards. Call (828) 697-5999.  

Historic Johnson Farm - 3346 Haywood Rd., Hendersonville. Open Tues-Fri: 9-2:30, guided tours at 10:30 & 1:30. $3/$2 farm artifacts & antiques. (828) 891-6585.

Make your Lodging, Dining and Theatre RESERVATIONS! 1-800-828-4244 www.historichendersonville.org   Open 7 days a week, the Visitors Information Center, 210 South Main Street, Hendersonville, NC.

HOT SPRINGS, NC

Little Creek Outfitters - Trail Riding, Horseback riding in the Pisgah National Forest near Max Patch. 828/622-7606. info@littlecreekoutfitters.com   www.littlecreekoutfitters.com

LAKE LURE, NC

Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort - The Blue Ridge Mountains deliver you to a golfer's paradise with two distinct championship 18 hole golf courses, and 27 miles of shoreline on beautiful Lake Lure. We also have three restaurants, a lounge, fitness center, marina, tennis courts, three pools and a private beach, all located adjacent to the shores of a 1600 acre mountain lake. Variety of accommodations available. Open all year. Call 800/260-1040 or 828/625-3016. www.lakeluregolf.com

LAUREL SPRINGS, NC

Bluffs Lodge and Restaurant - MP 241 in Doughton Park. Charming hillside Lodge w/comfortably furnished rooms. Homemade Southern Highland specialties served in the Restaurant. Service station & gift shop are located by the Restaurant. 336-372-4499 www.blueridgeresort.com May-Oct

LINVILLE, NC

Grandfather Mountain - It's nature on a whole different level! The highest swinging footbridge in America, native wildlife, picnicking, hiking. US 221 & MP 305. 800/468-7325.

LINVILLE FALLS, NC

Humpback Hollow Cabins - Cozy mountain cabins with fireplace, full kitchens. Linville Falls Gorge Wilder-ness area and skiing nearby. Just off the Parkway at Milepost 317.4. Pets ok year round.  828/766-6555; 888-263-3632. www.humpbackhollow.com 

Linville Cabin Rentals - Luxury cabins with private hot tub. Easy access to Parkway, Grandfather Mtn, Linville Falls/Cavern. www.linvillecabinrentals.com

Linville Caverns -  NC's only show cavern. Guided tours show you the inside of a mountain. Unique gift shop. Very reasonable rates. Open daily Mar.-Nov. Weekends only Dec. - Feb. Exit Parkway at Linville Falls Village & south on US 221. 800-419-0540.

Parkview Lodge - Milepost 317.4  500 ft. south of Parkway on US 221. Private Guest Rooms, one bedroom suite and secluded cabins available. Color TV, Swimming Pool, Crafts, Wine & Beer Shop. Free continental breakfast with guest room. Open All Year. 828-765-4787; 1-800-849-4452.

LITTLE SWITZERLAND, NC

Alpine Inn - 14 rooms "clinging enchantingly to the side of Grassy Mt." Magnificent views, private baths, balconies, optional breakfast, sunrises, peaceful, absolutely unique, very reasonable rates! 1 mile fm. Parkway, exit milepost 334. (828) 765-5380.

Big Lynn Lodge - AAA Historic Country Inn. Scenic views of mountains, valley & Blue Ridge Parkway. One of the few old fashioned places that gives you lodging & meals (evening & breakfast) for one low package price. 3200 ft elev. 1 1/4 mile E of Parkway. Exit at Spruce Pine, on NC 226A near milepost 331. Open April 15 to Nov. 5. 40 units. PO Box 459. (828) 765-4257; 1-800-654-5232  

Crabtree Meadows Picnic Store & Gift Shop - MP 339. Distinctive handmade gifts, regional crafts & camping supplies. The Picnic Store has soups, salads, sandwiches and beverages and we will pack a picnic lunch "to go" for you. 828-675-4236 www.blueridgeresort.com May-Oct

Emerald Village - Real mines, mine tours, & gem mining. Other free displays: railroad, music museum, wildlife. Toll free: 877/389-4653.MP334.   www.emeraldvillage.com

Mt View Motel - On crest of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Open all year. Fifty mile ridgetop view 95 ft. off Parkway. PO Box 266.828/765-4233.  www.mountainviewmotel.com

Switzerland Cafe & General Store - Hwy. 226A, 226A Milepost 334. Across from Post Office. Serving lunch daily; dinner Fri., Sat. Beer/wine license. Call (828) 765-5289.

Switzerland Inn And Chalet Restaurant - A little bit of Switzerland in NC. Fantastic mountain views, rooms, suites, cottages, dining, shopping, tennis. Located directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Little Switzerland exit near Parkway Milepost 334. Switzerland, NC 28749. (828) 765-2153.

MAGGIE VALLEY, NC

Abbey Inn Motel - Closest (2 mi.) to the Pky. Toward Maggie (MP 455.7) Magnificent views from your room, porch or our grounds at 4000' high. Peaceful comfort. Full cable, free HBO, phones & fridges in rooms. Some full kitchens. Picnic area. (800) 545-5853. Webpage  www.abbeyinn.com E-mail: abbey_inn@yahoo.com  

Boyd Mountain Log Cabins - Secluded on 130 acres near Maggie Valley with fireplaces, AC, cable TV, Offering fishing, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding facilities. Open all year. (828) 926-1575.

Jonathan Creek Inn & Maggie Valley Villas - MP 455.7 AAA 3Diamond Rated Creekside and Hot Tub Rooms, Creekside & Mountain View Villas, Indoor Heated Pool, Children's Play Area. 1-800-577-7812.  www.jonathancreekinn.com  

Maggie Mountain Villas & Chalet - Very comfortable lodgings with all amenities for a carefree vacation. Gorgeous Smoky Mountain Country Club Estates. Pets welcome. www.maggiemountain.com 800-308-1808 / 828-926-4258.

Microtel Inn & Suites - Hwy 19. 4 miles from Pkwy. 48 rooms. Open all year. Suites available with fridges/micro. Indoor pool & hot tub. Rates vary by season - $29 to $99 a couple. AAA & AARP discounts. For reservations call 800-752-6230.

The Original Dish Barn - Hwy. 19 & 276 between Maggie Valley & Lake Juanaluska, 2 million dishes, Oneida Stainless Pottery Concrete Yard Orn. Rock, Shell & Gem Shop.

MARION, NC

The Cottages at Spring House Farm -Restored 1826 farm house-92 acres. Private and secluded cottages with fireplaces and Jacuzzis. Trout fishing, hiking, massage and afternoon tea. 877-738-9798 year round.  

MITCHELL COUNTY, NC

Laurel Oaks Farm Log House & Chalet - Fully equipped, outstanding mountain views - kick back and relax! Call 1-800-528-7356. Mitchell County Location.

Mitchell County, NC - Exit milepost 331. Gem mining, gem & mineral shops, specialty mineral & gem festival, rhododendron festival, indoor ice skating rink, white water rafting, Appalachian Trail. For more information, call 1-800-227-3912 or 828-765-9483.

MOCKSVILLE, NC

Comfort Inn - I-40. Exit 170. 82 rooms, pool, cable TV, Cont. Breakfast. Data port phones. (336) 751-7310. (800) 852-0035.

MOUNT AIRY, NC

Comfort Inn - 1-77, Exit 101 (Hwy I-74) to Exit 11 (601S). Blue Ridge Parkway 10 mi. 100 rooms, pool, cable TV, Cont. Breakfast. Direct: (800)627-1667. Nat:(336)789-2000.  

PLUMTREE, NC

Toe River Lodge - One of a kind, family owned & operated B&B, restaurant, outdoor store & campground. 828-765-9696. vance@toeriverlodge.com for more information.

ROARING GAP, NC

High Meadows Inn - 10486 Hwy 21S. 3.5 miles south of Parkway MP 229. 38 clean spacious rooms with good views. Restaurant adj. Cable TV. 800-585-6309

SPARTA, NC

Alleghany Inn - 8 mi from Blue Ridge Parkway exit mi post 229.5. N on US21 6 mi to New River. Cable tv, craft shops and 3 golf courses nearby. 531 N Main St., PO Box 995, Sparta, NC 28675. (336)372-2501.

Inn of the Red Thread Bed and Breakfast - located between MP 231 & 232 off Pkwy at Vestal Road. Call 336-372-8743. for information and/or reservations or see us at www.innnoftheredthread.com

SPRUCE PINE, NC

Bear Den Creekside Cabins - On the Blue Ridge Parkway at MP 324.8. All amenities, jacuzzis, decks, fireplaces. For 2 to 10. www.bear-den.com (828) 765-2888. Res. recmd.

Bear Den Campground - On the Blue RIdge Parkway at MP 324.8. Complete facilities, serving the south for over 41 years. www.bear-den.com (828) 765-2888. Scenic beauty.

Woody's Cottages - MP 331, NC 226 N. Aprx. 3 mi. to Dale Rd., left 1 mi. Fully furn. Open Apr-Nov. Wooded country setting. Cable TV. Conv. to shops, restaurants. 828/765-2418. jwoody@mitchell.main.nc.us

SWANNANOA, NC

Gene Lummus Harley Davidson- 1000 US Hwy 70 Swannanoa NC - 3.5 mil. east of parkway between exits 55 and 59 off of I-40. Motorclothes, parts, sales, and service!

VALDESE, NC

From This Day Forward - Outdoor drama Fridays-Sundays, July-August. 500-seat amphitheater, group rates available. (828) 874-0176.

VALLE CRUCIS, NC

Mast General Store - Est. 1883; listed Nat. Register of Historic Places. Authentic & Nostalgic Emporium located 8 mi. from Boone, Hwy. 194. (828) 963-6511.

Whispering Waters Lodge - Secluded mtn B&B, easy to explore area, full gourmet breakfast. Relax in comfort. 828/963-4783 for brochure & reservations. Lynn & Brad.  

WAYNESVILLE, NC

Rivermont Cabins - Smoky Mtn. - Blue Ridge. River frontage. 9 cabins on 70 acres, hiking, fishing, tubing. email vacation@rivermont.com. web: www.rivermont.com (888) 648-6373.

WEST JEFFERSON, NC

Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks - 9930 Hwy 16 South Parkway. MP 261. West Jefferson, NC 28694. Locally owned. Phone: (336) 982-3060. Fax: (336) 982-3042.

WILKESBORO, NC

Addison Inn - US Hwy 421N. 20 miles SE of Parkway. Data port phones. Cont. Breakfast, pool, cable TV. 115 rooms. (336) 838-1000. (800) 672-7218.
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