THINGS TO DO
Area Attractions
Enjoy golf at the Laurel Ridge Country Club course just 2 miles away. Visit Harrah's Casino in Cherokee. Browse art galleries, arts & crafts shops, and antique stores in Waynesville. Explore the Wheels of Time Museum in Maggie Valley.
Back to Nature
Centrally located to Great Smokies National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Mitchell, DuPont State Forest, Chimney Rock State Park. On-site nature walk great for bird watching including eagles and hawks. Nearby wildlife viewings are plentiful, including turkeys, elk, and bears. Outstanding fly fishing and hunting.
Waterfall Hikes
There are over 100 waterfall hikes in Western North Carolina, ranging from roadside viewing to trails several miles long, including Looking Glass Falls, Mingo Falls, Hickory Nut Falls, (filmed in Last of the Mohicans) and Triple Falls (filmed in The Hunger Games).
Asheville Activities
Whether it's shopping, dining, arts, microbreweries, history, or some quirky activity, Asheville has it all. Visit the famous Biltmore Estate, less than 30 miles away, the largest privately owned residence in the United States. 10% discount tickets available for our guests..
Quaint Mountain Towns
Visit one of the many small towns in the area, including Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Bryson City, Sylva, Cherokee, and Brevard. Festivals occur throughout the year in each town, including the unique Folkmoot International Dance and Music Festival in Waynesville.
Adventure
For adventure seekers, why not try white water rafting, a zip line canopy tour, the Great Smoky Mountains scenic Railroad, winter skiing, or a hot air balloon trip? Western North Carolina has it all.