Asheville NC in April
Feb 19th, 2003, 05:05 AM
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Asheville NC in April
Hello,
We are planning a trip to Asheville, NC in late April/early May (two adults, no children) for about 4-5 days. We will be driving. Wondering if this is a good time to visit (warm, but not hot or humid, spring flowers blooming and not rainy??). We are assuming that it will not be extremely crowded at this time of year. We would also like suggestions for hotels, under $70-100/night-near attractions, clean and well maintained, quiet at night. We are not really interested in the more expensive resorts, since we usually spend minimal time in the room. Any suggestions for restaurants (under $30/each), special shops (arts, crafts, needlework) and must-see attractions/sites (natural/historic) are welcome. We like beautiful scenery, views, architecture and gardens.
Thanks so much,
Katie
We are planning a trip to Asheville, NC in late April/early May (two adults, no children) for about 4-5 days. We will be driving. Wondering if this is a good time to visit (warm, but not hot or humid, spring flowers blooming and not rainy??). We are assuming that it will not be extremely crowded at this time of year. We would also like suggestions for hotels, under $70-100/night-near attractions, clean and well maintained, quiet at night. We are not really interested in the more expensive resorts, since we usually spend minimal time in the room. Any suggestions for restaurants (under $30/each), special shops (arts, crafts, needlework) and must-see attractions/sites (natural/historic) are welcome. We like beautiful scenery, views, architecture and gardens.
Thanks so much,
Katie
Feb 19th, 2003, 06:32 AM
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PERFECT time. Other than October, you couldn't pick a better time. Can't promise no rain, but flowers will be more or less at peak. Suggest the Baymont for inexpensive lodging not far from the entrance to Biltmore.
I'm topping my previous trip report on Asheville at T'giving for you. I can certainly recommend wandering around downtown Asheville and Biltmore Village for crafts/arts, but don't expect bargains. This is very good art, but you'll enjoy seeing it.
I'm topping my previous trip report on Asheville at T'giving for you. I can certainly recommend wandering around downtown Asheville and Biltmore Village for crafts/arts, but don't expect bargains. This is very good art, but you'll enjoy seeing it.
Feb 19th, 2003, 06:34 AM
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Hah! Have to laugh at my own unintentional humor -- "good art but you'll enjoy seeing it." What I meant is the art is so good that it may be out of your price range, but you will enjoy treating the shops sort of as galleries/museums.
Finally word of caution -- this is one of the high season times there and at Biltmore -- go on line and get your tickets for the tours, esp. garden tour, ahead of time.
Finally word of caution -- this is one of the high season times there and at Biltmore -- go on line and get your tickets for the tours, esp. garden tour, ahead of time.
Feb 19th, 2003, 06:46 AM
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Katie -
You've obviously done your homework before selecting Asheville for a vacation if you like views, gardens, and architecture.
April/May should be perfect. It's been a colder/icier year than normal this year, so there is always the possibility of a last gasp of winter in late April, but the chances are very slim. (I don't know where you are from, but around here spring starts in February, but is unreliable...for instance, Saturday we hit 68 degrees, then Sunday there was an ice storm.) Yes, it's a good time for flowers, azaleas will be mostly through, but there might be a few left. Mountain Laurel will be blooming during that time and makes hiking and mtn biking spectacular as the falling petals form a carpet over the trails. Again, it's a weird year, but the recent droughts have tended to get started for the summer by May.
That settled, I'll move on to hotels. I suggest one of two hotels within walking distance of downtown attractions, one is a Best Western (the cheaper of the two), the other a Rennaisance. You can find them on Expedia. You are correct, the hideously expensive time for hotels is October. Otherwise, consider checking out B&B's on line if you like that sort of thing. Asheville has so many of them, that some are not terribly expensive. The Grove Park Inn is very expensive...I recommend driving up there for breakfast...you will get a chance to marvel at the view and the spectaular inn...without dropping an arm/leg on a room. BTW, the spa is fabulous, but also 3 times normal spa prices.
You've obviously done your homework before selecting Asheville for a vacation if you like views, gardens, and architecture.
April/May should be perfect. It's been a colder/icier year than normal this year, so there is always the possibility of a last gasp of winter in late April, but the chances are very slim. (I don't know where you are from, but around here spring starts in February, but is unreliable...for instance, Saturday we hit 68 degrees, then Sunday there was an ice storm.) Yes, it's a good time for flowers, azaleas will be mostly through, but there might be a few left. Mountain Laurel will be blooming during that time and makes hiking and mtn biking spectacular as the falling petals form a carpet over the trails. Again, it's a weird year, but the recent droughts have tended to get started for the summer by May.
That settled, I'll move on to hotels. I suggest one of two hotels within walking distance of downtown attractions, one is a Best Western (the cheaper of the two), the other a Rennaisance. You can find them on Expedia. You are correct, the hideously expensive time for hotels is October. Otherwise, consider checking out B&B's on line if you like that sort of thing. Asheville has so many of them, that some are not terribly expensive. The Grove Park Inn is very expensive...I recommend driving up there for breakfast...you will get a chance to marvel at the view and the spectaular inn...without dropping an arm/leg on a room. BTW, the spa is fabulous, but also 3 times normal spa prices.
Feb 19th, 2003, 06:55 AM
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I agree with Cassandra -- the time of year you're planning to visit will be just about the best time you could pick. The weather ought to be pleasant and the flowers will likely be in bloom.
Here's another hotel suggestion -- there's a Best Western right downtown at 22 Woodfin Street that looks to be nice and might fit your budget. You should also check and see if the Renaissance Asheville Hotel is offering any deals, because it's quite nice. Otherwise, the Baymont is good (I've stayed there and it was great).
My favorite restaurant in downtown Asheville is a pizza place, The Mellow Mushroom, and would fit your budget just fine, but I don't know if that would be what you're looking for. There are some good places on Pack Square too, though, including nice Italian and Chinese places that I've eaten at and loved.
Asheville abounds with must-see attractions, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, the Urban Trail, the Folk Art Center, the Pack Place museums, and a LOT more. For scenery and views you can't do much better than the Parkway, though you will definitely not regret a jaunt down to Hickory Nut Gorge, not on the Parkway, to see Chimney Rock Park and Lake Lure. Also, a trip down to Dupont State Forest would be well worth the drive. For architecture, downtown Asheville is the place for you, and Asheville is proud to be North Carolina's most architecturally diverse city, with stunning examples of art deco, Gothic, Romanesque, Queen Anne, and a dozen other styles. The Urban Trail that I mentioned earlier will, in addition to taking you past 30 installations of public art downtown, also take you past many of downtown's most spectacular buildings, including the Drhumor Building, the Jackson Building, St. Lawrence Basilica, and City Hall. Other areas of town to view great buildings include Montford, Albemarle Park, Biltmore Village, outside the gates of Biltmore Estate, and Grove Park (you might not want to stay at the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa, but you'll definitely want to get a look at it and the surrounding neighborhood).
Oh, and for gardens, don't forget to stop at the botanical gardens and UNC-A, as well as the NC Arboretum, in addition to the Biltmore Estate gardens.
Here are some websites that will help you get a glimpse of Asheville...
www.geocities.com/ashevilleskyscrapers/
www.ashevilleusa.com
The first showcases the city's amazing architecture, and the second is an all-purpose, very classy site that will, among other things, take you on a virtual tour of the Urban Trail. Enjoy!
Here's another hotel suggestion -- there's a Best Western right downtown at 22 Woodfin Street that looks to be nice and might fit your budget. You should also check and see if the Renaissance Asheville Hotel is offering any deals, because it's quite nice. Otherwise, the Baymont is good (I've stayed there and it was great).
My favorite restaurant in downtown Asheville is a pizza place, The Mellow Mushroom, and would fit your budget just fine, but I don't know if that would be what you're looking for. There are some good places on Pack Square too, though, including nice Italian and Chinese places that I've eaten at and loved.
Asheville abounds with must-see attractions, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, the Urban Trail, the Folk Art Center, the Pack Place museums, and a LOT more. For scenery and views you can't do much better than the Parkway, though you will definitely not regret a jaunt down to Hickory Nut Gorge, not on the Parkway, to see Chimney Rock Park and Lake Lure. Also, a trip down to Dupont State Forest would be well worth the drive. For architecture, downtown Asheville is the place for you, and Asheville is proud to be North Carolina's most architecturally diverse city, with stunning examples of art deco, Gothic, Romanesque, Queen Anne, and a dozen other styles. The Urban Trail that I mentioned earlier will, in addition to taking you past 30 installations of public art downtown, also take you past many of downtown's most spectacular buildings, including the Drhumor Building, the Jackson Building, St. Lawrence Basilica, and City Hall. Other areas of town to view great buildings include Montford, Albemarle Park, Biltmore Village, outside the gates of Biltmore Estate, and Grove Park (you might not want to stay at the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa, but you'll definitely want to get a look at it and the surrounding neighborhood).
Oh, and for gardens, don't forget to stop at the botanical gardens and UNC-A, as well as the NC Arboretum, in addition to the Biltmore Estate gardens.
Here are some websites that will help you get a glimpse of Asheville...
www.geocities.com/ashevilleskyscrapers/
www.ashevilleusa.com
The first showcases the city's amazing architecture, and the second is an all-purpose, very classy site that will, among other things, take you on a virtual tour of the Urban Trail. Enjoy!
Feb 19th, 2003, 07:18 AM
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As usual, hauntedhead has good info (that you Austin?)
I would like to second the reminder to see the NC Arboretum. From there I would also recommend getting on the Blue Ridge Parkway and driving west for a while...plenty of overlooks to pull off the road and be awe struck.
Blue Spiral gallery on Builtmore is a three story museum ....cough, cough, I mean art gallery. They have related shops that are more craft-y. Bellagio (hideously expensive) and New Morning Gallery (a little more with-in reach). Saturday I looked at a Diachroic Glass bracelet at Bellagio...$550. Dejected, I walked next door to New Morning and bought one extremely similar for $138.
If you have any interest at all in Mtn. biking, this is the place. REnt a bike and head for Bent Creek recreation area. Otherwise, buy yourself a guide book or a map, and do some hikes in Pisgah Nat'l forest. Let me know if you want specific trail recommendations.
I would like to second the reminder to see the NC Arboretum. From there I would also recommend getting on the Blue Ridge Parkway and driving west for a while...plenty of overlooks to pull off the road and be awe struck.
Blue Spiral gallery on Builtmore is a three story museum ....cough, cough, I mean art gallery. They have related shops that are more craft-y. Bellagio (hideously expensive) and New Morning Gallery (a little more with-in reach). Saturday I looked at a Diachroic Glass bracelet at Bellagio...$550. Dejected, I walked next door to New Morning and bought one extremely similar for $138.
If you have any interest at all in Mtn. biking, this is the place. REnt a bike and head for Bent Creek recreation area. Otherwise, buy yourself a guide book or a map, and do some hikes in Pisgah Nat'l forest. Let me know if you want specific trail recommendations.
Feb 19th, 2003, 07:54 AM
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Hello: Thanks for all the info and websites. It's freezing rain/snowing here in Ohio, so we're ready to see some spring flowers. We will buy Biltmore tickets on-line, that should be a definite time saver.
Thanks, Katie
Thanks, Katie
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I got married in Asheville--last weekend in September---1/2 of our guests/family/wedding party stayed at Baymont. IT was a great price for the money and included a breakfast that my Doubletree across the street didn't and we paid 30/night more. It also has an indoor pool if the weather is bad outside!
Granted it isn't walking distance to downtown but compared to the Best Western it is a much nicer hotel for the money. The Renaissance is nice but pricey for what you get. We almost blocked rooms there but comparing the rooms to Baymont--they were quite similar in decor and a $60 price difference wasn't worth it.
If you don't mind paying a few bucks for parking--there are several garages downtown that were quite reasonable.
I really enjoy the lunch buffet at the Biltmore Estate--but it would have to be a splurge meal!
I would have to second the Mellow Mushroom opinion! Also the local mexican restaurants are quite CHEAP and you can easily fill up on the chips and salsa alone. We ate at the one near Biltmore on the corner as you are heading in towards town from the Estate.
Also we loved the food at Trevi. Had our rehearsal dinner there and everyone was pleased. Good Italian food. AND they are reasonably priced and not a chain if you want to try local.
Walking around the downtown area can be fun and entertaining during the day. At night it turns into more of a bar scene but we still saw lots of people out with kids as well.
You will have an awesome time! IF you get good outdoor weather Chimney Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, ....the other places mentioned above are incredible!
Granted it isn't walking distance to downtown but compared to the Best Western it is a much nicer hotel for the money. The Renaissance is nice but pricey for what you get. We almost blocked rooms there but comparing the rooms to Baymont--they were quite similar in decor and a $60 price difference wasn't worth it.
If you don't mind paying a few bucks for parking--there are several garages downtown that were quite reasonable.
I really enjoy the lunch buffet at the Biltmore Estate--but it would have to be a splurge meal!
I would have to second the Mellow Mushroom opinion! Also the local mexican restaurants are quite CHEAP and you can easily fill up on the chips and salsa alone. We ate at the one near Biltmore on the corner as you are heading in towards town from the Estate.
Also we loved the food at Trevi. Had our rehearsal dinner there and everyone was pleased. Good Italian food. AND they are reasonably priced and not a chain if you want to try local.
Walking around the downtown area can be fun and entertaining during the day. At night it turns into more of a bar scene but we still saw lots of people out with kids as well.
You will have an awesome time! IF you get good outdoor weather Chimney Rock, the Blue Ridge Parkway, ....the other places mentioned above are incredible!
Feb 19th, 2003, 01:21 PM
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forgot to give you the NAME of the buffet on the estate....Deerpark--that is where we actually got married...in their courtyard.
It is the old calving barn...I think the buffet ran about 15-17/pp but it was awesome. All kinds of antipasta, fresh pasta bar, salads, the day we went they had the most incredible mushroom bisque, some sort of chicken with peaches dish...and yummy desserts. They are only open for lunch. The setting is just beautiful and garden like.
I prefer it over the Stable Cafe or Winery eateries. However the winery is not to be missed for the taste testing and tour!
It is the old calving barn...I think the buffet ran about 15-17/pp but it was awesome. All kinds of antipasta, fresh pasta bar, salads, the day we went they had the most incredible mushroom bisque, some sort of chicken with peaches dish...and yummy desserts. They are only open for lunch. The setting is just beautiful and garden like.
I prefer it over the Stable Cafe or Winery eateries. However the winery is not to be missed for the taste testing and tour!
Feb 20th, 2003, 04:36 AM
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Austin - hello from the artist formerly known as danna (I took this opportunity to loose the real name, I got a little nervous after some of the stories I've seen)
JanisL - How did you get the $79 rate? Did you call the hotel directly? What time of week/year?
And, my two cents on restaurants -
Salsa, Carribbean best restaurant by far, very reasonalbe.
Zambra, tapas and wine bar you can drop as much or as little as you like.
Savoy, Italian - I have had some good things and some bad things, but if you really wanted Italian.
Marco's Pizza - not the atmosphere of Mellow mushroom, but I think better pizza.
Doc Chey's if you want noodles.
Blue Moon Bakery for sandwiches and my favorite the "simple green salad".lunch only.
Laughing Seed for vegetarian that you wouldn't even notice was veggie if you weren't paying attention.
Rosetta's Kitchen for vegetarian that screems out "eat with the freaks", but is pretty good.
JanisL - How did you get the $79 rate? Did you call the hotel directly? What time of week/year?
And, my two cents on restaurants -
Salsa, Carribbean best restaurant by far, very reasonalbe.
Zambra, tapas and wine bar you can drop as much or as little as you like.
Savoy, Italian - I have had some good things and some bad things, but if you really wanted Italian.
Marco's Pizza - not the atmosphere of Mellow mushroom, but I think better pizza.
Doc Chey's if you want noodles.
Blue Moon Bakery for sandwiches and my favorite the "simple green salad".lunch only.
Laughing Seed for vegetarian that you wouldn't even notice was veggie if you weren't paying attention.
Rosetta's Kitchen for vegetarian that screems out "eat with the freaks", but is pretty good.
Feb 20th, 2003, 07:21 AM
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I had no idea there was a Doc Chey's in Asheville! Can someone please tell me where it is? It's a wonderful place for noodles.
As for restaurants, I'd also like to suggest La Caterina on the square. It's an excellent place for Italian. Another suggestion: if you're going hiking, pick up lunch at Laurey's Catering and Gourmet-to-go. She has an awesome daily selection of wonderful things. The tuna salad is divine, as are the brownies.
As for restaurants, I'd also like to suggest La Caterina on the square. It's an excellent place for Italian. Another suggestion: if you're going hiking, pick up lunch at Laurey's Catering and Gourmet-to-go. She has an awesome daily selection of wonderful things. The tuna salad is divine, as are the brownies.
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Hi everyone,
Thanks for all the help especially the restaurant choices! We love pizza, Italian and Mexican/Southwest so we now have a lot of variety. What are the best places for breakfast and desserts? We will probably try for a reservation at the Baymont or the Doubletree. I also saw a Country Inn and Suites on Travelocity that looked nice, but am not sure where it is located. Does anyone know where it is and what it's like. I checked the websites for the Biltmore Inn and the Grove Park-the rates were close to $200-300 per night, which would definitely limit my shopping budget. I think we'll visit for breakfast or lunch instead. Can anyone recommend a book guide or travel book for Asheville and the surrounding areas. Since we will be driving, are there any small towns or areas that are nice to visit?
Thanks for all your help,
Katie
PS: Congrats. Alise and new husband!
Thanks for all the help especially the restaurant choices! We love pizza, Italian and Mexican/Southwest so we now have a lot of variety. What are the best places for breakfast and desserts? We will probably try for a reservation at the Baymont or the Doubletree. I also saw a Country Inn and Suites on Travelocity that looked nice, but am not sure where it is located. Does anyone know where it is and what it's like. I checked the websites for the Biltmore Inn and the Grove Park-the rates were close to $200-300 per night, which would definitely limit my shopping budget. I think we'll visit for breakfast or lunch instead. Can anyone recommend a book guide or travel book for Asheville and the surrounding areas. Since we will be driving, are there any small towns or areas that are nice to visit?
Thanks for all your help,
Katie
PS: Congrats. Alise and new husband!
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Julia - Doc Chey has just been open a few months and is on Biltmore Ave. across from Blue Spiral.
Katie7 - The Country Inn & Suites is across from one of the Malls, it is a few miles out of town...not bad...but not where I would choose(although I have stayed at that chain on business a lot and it's comfortable and reasonable). I'm not sure where the Baymont and DOubletree are, but if they are near the Biltmore Square area, beware, that area is always more expensive than you would expect due to the proximity to Biltmore. There are some REALLY cheap places on Tunnel road (near the other mall) but probably not as nice as you'd like. I have stayed at a number of them (nice hotels don't really care for muddy mtn. bikes rolling through the lobby) without incident.
For breakfast there is West End Bakery, Sisters McMullen(doughnuts), Blue Moon. Desserts are at Blue Moon, Laughing Seed,The Hop ice cream, and a new place at Grove Arcade I can't remember...some "clever" name. AVOID Old Europe, they have great coffee and nice outdoor tables and beautiful desserts that taste like cardboard.
Also, to the best of my knowledge there is no edible Mexican in Asheville. If somebody knows of something, tell me.
Katie7 - The Country Inn & Suites is across from one of the Malls, it is a few miles out of town...not bad...but not where I would choose(although I have stayed at that chain on business a lot and it's comfortable and reasonable). I'm not sure where the Baymont and DOubletree are, but if they are near the Biltmore Square area, beware, that area is always more expensive than you would expect due to the proximity to Biltmore. There are some REALLY cheap places on Tunnel road (near the other mall) but probably not as nice as you'd like. I have stayed at a number of them (nice hotels don't really care for muddy mtn. bikes rolling through the lobby) without incident.
For breakfast there is West End Bakery, Sisters McMullen(doughnuts), Blue Moon. Desserts are at Blue Moon, Laughing Seed,The Hop ice cream, and a new place at Grove Arcade I can't remember...some "clever" name. AVOID Old Europe, they have great coffee and nice outdoor tables and beautiful desserts that taste like cardboard.
Also, to the best of my knowledge there is no edible Mexican in Asheville. If somebody knows of something, tell me.
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The Country Inn and Suites in Asheville is in on Brevard Rd (NC 191) across from the Biltmore Square Mall, which is not the best of Asheville's two malls. Definitely go for the Baymont or Doubletree if you're considering them against the Country Inn and Suites.
Asheville is listed in just about every guidebook there is, but the best ones are the "Moon Guide to North Carolina" and "Hidden Carolinas", as well as trusty ol' Fodor's and Frommer's, and then there are two that deal specifically with the city, and those are "The Underground Asheville Guidebook" (or perhaps "The Asheville Underground Guidebook" -- I'm not sure of the order), and "The Ultimate Guide to Asheville and Hendersonville". The first is cutting edge and hip, like Asheville itself, while the second is more... nice. I believe both are available on Yahoo, or can be ordered from your local bookstore.
Now, about small towns... there are a bunch that would be worth a visit, and Asheville would make a fine base for exploring them if you've had your fill of the delights of that city. The best small towns to see include Black Mountain, Hendersonville, Brevard, Saluda, Tryon, and Bat Cave-Chimney Rock-Lake Lure, and I've also heard that Waynesville is nice though I've never personally been there.
Oh, and Litespeed_Chick, I believe you're referring to Kam's Kustard (or is custard spelled correctly?) if you're thinking of the ice cream place in the Grove Arcade.
Asheville is listed in just about every guidebook there is, but the best ones are the "Moon Guide to North Carolina" and "Hidden Carolinas", as well as trusty ol' Fodor's and Frommer's, and then there are two that deal specifically with the city, and those are "The Underground Asheville Guidebook" (or perhaps "The Asheville Underground Guidebook" -- I'm not sure of the order), and "The Ultimate Guide to Asheville and Hendersonville". The first is cutting edge and hip, like Asheville itself, while the second is more... nice. I believe both are available on Yahoo, or can be ordered from your local bookstore.
Now, about small towns... there are a bunch that would be worth a visit, and Asheville would make a fine base for exploring them if you've had your fill of the delights of that city. The best small towns to see include Black Mountain, Hendersonville, Brevard, Saluda, Tryon, and Bat Cave-Chimney Rock-Lake Lure, and I've also heard that Waynesville is nice though I've never personally been there.
Oh, and Litespeed_Chick, I believe you're referring to Kam's Kustard (or is custard spelled correctly?) if you're thinking of the ice cream place in the Grove Arcade.
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Thanks!!
I ordered the free guide book on the Asheville website.....
http://www.exploreasheville.com/
I really like Brevard and Transylvania County...awesome waterfalls and with the leaves still gone---you can see all kinds of them that are usually hidden from view on the road.
There is an awesome drive from Brevard up to Sapphire Valley/Franklin depending upon how much time you have.
Nice little shopping villages and restaurants.
http://www.visitwaterfalls.com/
Transylvania County
I love hiking Whiteside Mountain near Wildcat Cliffs Country Club in Highlands
http://www.scenichighlands.com/scenic_highlands.htm
hope these give you some ideas!
I ordered the free guide book on the Asheville website.....
http://www.exploreasheville.com/
I really like Brevard and Transylvania County...awesome waterfalls and with the leaves still gone---you can see all kinds of them that are usually hidden from view on the road.
There is an awesome drive from Brevard up to Sapphire Valley/Franklin depending upon how much time you have.
Nice little shopping villages and restaurants.
http://www.visitwaterfalls.com/
Transylvania County
I love hiking Whiteside Mountain near Wildcat Cliffs Country Club in Highlands
http://www.scenichighlands.com/scenic_highlands.htm
hope these give you some ideas!
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Hello,
It looks like we’ll skip the Country Inn since it’s too far out. I would rather pay a little more than have to drive a long way. It looks like the Baymont is the best choice, unless the Renaissance offers some specials. Has anyone had any luck getting this hotel with Priceline? Thanks for all the suggestions regarding breakfast, short side trips and guidebooks. I requested the free guidebook also but haven’t received it yet.
Thanks, Katie
It looks like we’ll skip the Country Inn since it’s too far out. I would rather pay a little more than have to drive a long way. It looks like the Baymont is the best choice, unless the Renaissance offers some specials. Has anyone had any luck getting this hotel with Priceline? Thanks for all the suggestions regarding breakfast, short side trips and guidebooks. I requested the free guidebook also but haven’t received it yet.
Thanks, Katie
