Asheville, North Carolina Accommodations and Attractions

Whitewater rafting on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Nantahala Rivers near Asheville, NC is an affordable escape to the North Carolina mountains.

In Asheville, NC, visit the Biltmore Estate or Thomas Wolfe Memorial for fascinating history. Downtown Asheville and Biltmore Village have hundreds of locally-owned stores and restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars and pubs with over 50 local brews. Visit local artists at downtown galleries or in the River Arts District. The Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway has free demonstrations and exhibits. Hike the Appalachian Trail in NC/TN and see the most scenic vistas and waterfalls!

Asheville's Finest Bed and Breakfast Inns  Asheville Legendary Inns is an association of the finest bed and breakfast inns in Asheville, North Carolina. The inns in this bed and breakfast association are distinguished by their romantic atmosphere, refined elegance, luxury, warm hospitality, and attentive service. All are long-time historic Asheville landmarks, with combined bed and breakfast innkeeper experience of more than 100 years. All are on the National Register and several are NC Landmark Properties.

At Cumberland Falls Bed and Breakfast Inn is a premier Asheville Waterfalls and Garden retreat located within walking distance to Asheville's vibrant downtown and only 3 miles to Biltmore Estate. Jacuzzi's, fireplaces, gourmet breakfast, and luxury.

The Asheville Bed and Breakfast Inn, The Lion and the Rose, is an exceptional value in the heart of Asheville’s Montford Historic District. This beautiful pink lady, sitting at the top of a sloping lawn and gardens, offers privacy and enchantment amid luxurious surroundings.

Bent Creek Lodge Located in the mountains outside Asheville, Bent Creek Lodge sits in a forested triangle between the Blue Ridge Parkway & the French Broad River. We've created a comfortable, relaxing retreat that allows you to stay in the wooded mountains you came to visit. We believe that nature can "soothe the soul". The woods surrounding the lodge, the creeks, and the mountain views give you a perfect place to enjoy its relaxing and rejuvenating beauty.

The Cottages at Spring House Farm Secluded log cabins at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and Lake James, North Carolina, on 92 acres of rolling woodlands.

Mountain Meadows Motel & Cottages: Beautiful mountain setting overlooking a 1 acre fishing pond. Fishing, swimming, basketball, hot tub, and more. BBQ Grills and picnic tables. On scenic Hwy 74A between Asheville and Chimney Rock. Great family and couples getaway. 800-293-4658

Days Inn North Asheville In north Asheville and 10 minuets from Downtown. Interstate 240 to U.S. 19-23 North. Take New Bridge exit. Left at traffic light. Right on Reynolds Mountain Road just past the Exxon station. (828) 645-9191

Best Western of Asheville Biltmore Central In downtown Asheville. 22 Woodfin Street, Asheville, NC. (828) 253-1851

Comfort Inn Mars Hill, NC 30 minutes to the French Broad or Nolichucky River Outposts. Located off of I 26 exit 11 north of Asheville, NC and South of Erwin, TN. Tel: 1 828 689-9000 

The North Lodge on Oakland The best Asheville bed and breakfast (B & B) inn North Carolina. Always Affordable luxury with free wireless internet! Near Biltmore Estate, and we sell tickets!

Asheville Vacation Cabins Luxury vacation rental cabins, view, hot tub, near Biltmore Estate, Asheville NC, great prices and deals.72 Woodhaven Place, Asheville, NC 28805

Pinecrest This is THE Asheville NC Bed and Breakfast to visit! Come and enjoy Asheville, the Biltmore Estate, and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, in the comfort and luxury of a quality North Carolina B and B.

Dry Ridge Inn "We offer a relaxed small town ambiance only 10 minutes from downtown Asheville. Enjoy Asheville then come out to the country." Dry Ridge Inn. 26 Brown Street. Weaverville, North Carolina 28787, USA. Toll Free 1-800-839-3899. Phone (828) 658-3899

http://www.asheville-north-carolina-hotels.com/links.html Links to Asheville area hotels!

Crockett Cabin & Bunkhouse.  Erwin, TN at the Nolichucky River Outpost. Large cabin for groups & families. Just bring a sleeping bag! $10 per person + tax.

Asheville, North Carolina Attractions

Sandy Bottom Trail Rides "Asheville's premier horseback riding destination." (800) 959-3513

Asheville Art Museum Biltmore Estate Brevard Music Center Blue Ridge Parkway

Other Links of interest

Rob's Guide Service offers guided fishing on Lake lure, Lake Jocassee, and the Green River. Half and full day trips, all equipment provided. Beginners to advanced anglers, trips wil be suited to your skill level.

Slick Rock Cottage...A Country Emporium featuring Handmade Jewelry, Pottery, Crabtree & Evelyn ®, Home & Garden Accents, Distinctive Art & Crafts by North Carolina Artists & Craftspeople.  

Lakeside Pizza We are located at 2594 memorial hwy in Lake Lure, NC. Centeraly located near the beach at Lake Lure, and only 1 mile from Chimney Rock Park. Noted to be a local favorite and hang out.  We serve only the freshest ingredients.

Cradle of Forestry in America

ashevillenc.com Lots of local Asheville, NC information on this site!

Diamond Brand Camping Center Outdoor gear retailer that we really like!

The Frugal Backpacker Discount outdoor gear retailer that we really like!

GOTOASHEVILLE.COM Find it... See it... Do it!

http://www.laurelmountainpreserve.com The most desirable Western North Carolina real estate is in Black Mountain, near Asheville, North Carolina.

http://www.exploreasheville.com

Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce

Blue Ridge Mountain Host

Black Mountain/Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce 

Flat Rock Playhouse

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

The WNC Nature Center 

Log Furniture by Appalachian Designs Rustic Furniture by Appalachian Designs, in Asheville, North Carolina. Custom rustic log furniture, rustic accessories, stair railings, hand-carved art, chainsaw art, antler accessories, twig works, hickory furniture, and fine art to beautify your log home, cabin or country home. We create the sturdiest log furniture and stair railings and provide thebest customer service. Lifetime guarantee. In-house designer.

A professional guide in every raft. Experience is not required. All gear is provided.

We provide everything you will need for your rafting adventure. Just be ready to get wet and have fun on and off of the river! No experience is required and there is a professional guide in every raft.

1-866-USA-Raft or book online anytime.

With over 30 years of experience, a rigorous raft guide training school and the best guides and gear on the river, USA Raft is the leading whitewater rafting outfitter in the Asheville & Boone, NC and Johnson City, TN region.

• Guides are skilled, friendly & fun!
• High performance self-bailing rafts and equipment.
• Permits & licenses with the US Forest Service.
• Recognized in: Men's Journal, American Scouting Digest, National Geographic Adventure, Pilots Away and Diversion Magazine for Physicians at Leisure.

"Your guides were outstanding. They were skilled, knowledgeable and fun!" - Wit Tuttell. Public Relations Director. NC Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development.

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