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Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park is located less than 10 minutes from our Cabins for Rent in NC Mountains. Named after the 315-foot monolith that towers above the Hickory Nut Gorge, Chimney Rock offers breathtaking 75-mile views from the lookout area. Chimney Rock North Carolina also features a 404-foot waterfall, Hickory Nut Falls and numerous hiking trails for all abilities. Chimney Rock State Park comprises roughly 4,000 acres on the north and south sides of the Hickory Nut Gorge and is the ideal place to spend a day exploring the dynamic terrain of this region. Chimney Rock is accessible by elevator for those who cannot take the stairs. This park has been one of the most popular Western North Carolina attractions since 1885. Pack a picnic and enjoy the numerous activities in this gem of a state park.

Chimney Rock State Park
Highway 64/74A
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
828-625-9281


Biltmore Estate

The Biltmore Estate in Asheville NC is less than 25 minutes from our Cabins for Rent in NC Mountains. Built in 1895 by George Vanderbilt II, the Biltmore House was originally situated on 125,000 acres of rolling Blue Ridge countryside. The Biltmore Estate itself comprises 4 acres of 175,000 square feet of grandiose refinement. George Vanderbilt had the Biltmore Estate outfitted with a 70,000 gallon indoor swimming pool, bowling alley, two-story library, original Vanderbilt fine art, furnishings and antiques, forced-air heating and intercom system. In all, the estate has 250 rooms, 35 that were reserved for guests and family, 43 bathrooms, 65 fireplaces and 3 kitchens. Today, the estate is located on 8,000 acres of land, 75 of which are manicured formal gardens. Visitors can tour the Biltmore Home and Gardens, the sprawling countryside and beautiful Biltmore Vineyards or enjoy numerous activities like carriage rides, horseback riding, river float trips, biking, hiking, fly-fishing and the one-of-a-kind Land Rover driving school.

If you’re visiting us during the holidays, be sure to experience the Biltmore House in all its splendor during the Christmas season. Boasting a 35-foot Christmas tree and candlelight tour of the estate, this experience is one to remember forever.

Biltmore Estate
1 Approach Road
Asheville, NC 28803
800-411-3812 or 828-225-1333

Cherokee Indian Reservation NC

In nearby Cherokee North Carolina, there is a world of entertainment, culture, and attractions awaiting you amidst the Cherokee people. You can attend an inspiring, outdoor theatrical production of “Unto These Hills…A Retelling” at the Mountainside Theatre, or visit the Museum of the Cherokee Indian and learn about the 11,000 years of documented Cherokee History. Of course, there is also the Harrahs Casino Cherokee NC to try your luck on a few games, but this area of North Carolina is full of rich culture and exciting entertainment beyond the casino. The Cherokee Casino in NC is just one attraction that draws visitors again and again to this area of Western NC. Families will love learning about the Cherokee culture in the interactive Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual Inc., the nation's oldest and leading Native American Arts cooperative. View the intricate work of basket weaving, pottery, and tool making. Additional attractions at Qualla include blowgun demonstrations, mask carvings and more. Be sure to take home a part of Cherokee history to commemorate your visit to this unique area. The Oconaluftee Indian Village is an another highlight of Cherokee NC, taking visitors back in time to the 1750's to experience authentic, working Cherokee Villages. Take a self-guided tour through the dwellings and meet residents practicing traditional medicines and other important functions of village life. The Village also includes a new “Hands-On Cherokee” experimental learning class. Our Flat Rock NC Lodging is convenient to all the best Western North Carolina Attractions and serves as a great choice for those looking for Cherokee NC Motels. Contact us today to book your room or browse our beautiful Cabins to Rent Near Asheville, NC.

Blue Ridge Parkway

Not only is the Blue Ridge Parkway known as “America’s Favorite Drive,” it is also the most visited ‘park’ among America’s National Park System. Drawing 20 million visitors a year, the 469-mile iconic road offers visitors incredible hiking trails, overlook areas, campgrounds, scenic drives, picnic grounds and other recreational opportunities. Best of all, the Blue Ridge Parkway NC is just up the road from Mountain Meadows Motel. We are among the best Blue Ridge Parkway Motels because of our ideal location near Western North Carolina Attractions in addition to other great activities like the Flat Rock Theatre, Hickory Nut Gorge NC, and the water recreation on Lake Lure NC. Be sure to visit highlight attractions on the Blue Ridge Parkway near our Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway Lodgings like the North Carolina Arboretum, Lake Powhatan and Mt. Pisgah NC.

Blue Ridge Parkway
North Carolina, Virginia
Write to: 199 Hemphill Knob Road
Asheville, NC 28803
Recorded Park Information: 828-298-0398

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