Have a COOL Summer at Beech Mountain Vacation Rental

DREAM VIEW CHALET Beech Mountain North Carolina. 180 degree views at 5325 feet on top of Beech Mountain. 4 BD, 4.5 BA, fireplace, WIFI, PET FRIENDLY. Walk to Land of OZ and OZ Ski Run. Beech Mtn Club privileges. Located next to OZ Cathedral making it perfect for large parties. $300-$665 nt, $1325 - $3160 wk

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Porshe Rally in Beech mountain

June 5   BEECH MOUNTAIN  North Carolina.  Rally for Porsche 928s    Fans of the Porsche 928 can witness the nation's largest gathering of this powerful sports car on Saturday, June 5, atop Beech Mountain. The 13th annual Sharks in the Mountains rally, hosted by 928 Specialists of Spruce Pine, will attract a fleet of more than 100 cars. These unique Porsches are called "sharks" because their front profile resembles that of a shark.

True "Getaway" at Nantahala Forest Cabins

THE CABINS AT LONG BRANCH  Nantahala Forest, Andrews North Carolina. 40 acres of private mountain wilderness with trout stream, secluded but close to activities. 2 bd cabins-each sleeps six, Full kitchen, fireplace, central H&A, handcrafted furnishings, wood floors, deck with rockers, grill, motorcycle accessible. $150 night, $750 week

Find a link for these cabins and other Nantahala NC Cabins HERE

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Beech Mountain Vacation Rental with View

A BIT OF HEAVEN   3 Bedroom, 2 Bath  mountain view vacation rental 1/2 mile from Ski Beech and all Beech Mountain activities. Game room with pool table, fireplace, fully equipped kitchen. Use of Beech Mountain Club facilities (pool, golf, tennis) in season. $100-$200 night, $650-$1200 week - this rate includes ALL fees and taxes.

Get a link for this vacation rental and other Beech Mountain vacation rentals HERE

Beech Mountain Summer Guided Hikes

June 1, Fred's General Mercantile Parking Lot, 15 Minutes prior to the Hiking time, Beech Mountain North Carolina. Experience the beauty and fun of  hiking on Beech Mountain  Weather permitting. Experienced guides will explain the flora and fauna of the various seasons. There are 23 miles of maintained trails. Call the Chamber of Commerce to receive a map and for appropriate clothing.

Saturday Schedule for the Heritage Festival in Bryson City

BRYSON CITY North Carolina.  Heritage Festival  Two day festival features local musicians offering old-time gospel, classic country and bluegrass, a highlands pipe and drum corps and high energy "newgrass". Family activities, crafts and food will also be included. Check out today's Schedule:

10:00 - 11:00 am	VFW
11:00 - 11:30 am	Eddie Swimmer, Indian Hoop Dancing
11:30 - Noon	Swain High Ensemble
Noon - 12:30 pm	Cullowhee Cloggers
12:30 - 1:00 pm	Break
1:00 - 1:30 pm	Fiddling Dills
1:30 - 2:30 pm	Log Sawing Contest & Sack Races
2:30 - 3:00 pm	Southern Appalachian Cloggers
3:00 - 4:00 pm	Tyler Carson Band
4:00 - 5:00 pm	Southern Appalachian Cloggers
5:00 - 6:30 pm	Curtis Blackwell Bluegrass Band

Memorial Day Weekend Availability for Mountain Cabins

YES! There is still availability for Memorials Day weekend in a variety of cabins and vacation rentals in the Western North Carolina Mountains:

Rivendell Cabins   (3 Cabins) Mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces, DLS, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/ac, satellite TV, phone, VCR & movies, porch with seating, full kitchens, linens, everything included- just bring your clothes & food. $100-$130 nt, $475-$675 week.


LUXURY LAKEFRONT COTTAGES   4 Luxury lakefront Cottages. Private docks, canoe, awesome lake to mountain views. 3-6BD, 2-5BA, luxurious bedding & linens, fireplace, rustic elegance decor, lakeside hammock, WIFI. 185-$425nt, $1100-$7000wk

ALPINE ESCAPE    AC, jacuzzi in master, 2 king bds, porch/hammock, 2 lg decks, gas grill. Linens, stocked kit, WIFI. Fam-friendly:high chair, monitor, BOB SUS jogger, stairs gates, toys, DVDs. Rec rm +BD, Bath,TV, foosball, PET FRIENDLY. $250-$350nt, $1300-$2000wk

Blue Ridge for Rent   (90+) Luxury Blueridge Mountains Rentals with mountain views, pools, fireplaces, WIFI, hot tubs & all amenities. Large or multiple units for Groups, Weddings, Church Retreats, Reunions. PET FRIENDLY. $99-$1000 nt, $250-$5000 wk


A BIT OF HEAVEN   3 BD, 2 BA mountain view vacation rental 1/2 mile from Ski Beech. Game room with pool table, fireplace, fully equipped kitchen. Use of Beech Mountain Club facilities (pool, golf, tennis) in season. $100-$200 night, $650-$1200 week - this rate includes ALL fees and taxes


MOUNT MITCHELL VACATION RENTALS Hemlock Chalet, 12th Tee Lodge - Mountain views and river views. 3-4 BD, 1-3 BA. WIFI and fireplaces. Fully-equipped kitchen, gas grill, linens, Cable TV, PET FRIENDLY, riverfront, mountain view or on the golf course. $850 - $1050 TOTAL cost.

DANCING STONES LOG CABIN (1) 1800s restored mountain view log cabin with gas fireplace, AC, waterfall fountain, plenty of rocking chairs, cable TV/ DVD, full kitchen with microwave & coffee pot. Sleeping loft with 1 full-sized bed. Located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.$75 nt, $450wk

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Franklin Cabins with Mountain View

Rivendell Cabins  Franklin North Carolina. (3 Cabins) Mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces, DLS, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/ac, satellite TV, phone, VCR & movies, porch with seating, full kitchens, linens, everything included- just bring your clothes & food. $100-$130 night, $475-$675 week.  Read our Blog

Get a link for this cabin and other Franklin NC rentals HERE

Memorial Day Weekend Event: Branson on the Road in Franklin

May 29, 2:30PM, 7:30 PM, Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts,  1024 Georgia Road in Franklin North Carolina. What do you get when you bring together a fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, upright slap bass, rhinestone costumes, hilarious comedy and great classic country, bluegrass, rockabilly and gospel music...Branson On The Road! Branson On The Road has over 20 years of experience of performing at the top theatres.  Ticket Prices: $10 - Buy Tickets

Theatre in Highlands

Highlands Playhouse. Located in the hear of downtown Highlands, NC. the Highlands Playhouse is "the" place for entertainment. The Playhouse hires professionals, theatre students from select colleges that are the top in their class, and even some “locals” for spice. The Playhouse's reputation continues to grow. It is listed each year in the New York Times. In 1995 a major national magazine rated it among the top ten summer theatres in the country.

Village Square Art & Craft Show in Highlands

May 30, 10AM - 5PM, Highlands Civic Center & Recreation Park, Highlands North Carolina. The show features some of the most talented regional artisans around selling fine art, folk art, jewelry, rustic furniture and birdhouses, pottery, fabric art and clothing, baskets and more.

Mountain Cabins and Lakeside Cottages in Highlands

HIGHLANDS RENTALS  Highlands North Carolina. Choose from 4 mountain cabins or lakeside cottages: Cozy Stone’s Throw Log Cabin less than ½ mile to Highlands; or a quaint mountain Lakeview Cottage with beautiful view of Lake Sequoyah; or a contemporary Mountain View Cabin tucked in the woods with 10 acres; or a rustic PET FRIENDLY mountain cabin. Picture  tours, seasonal prices & availability calendars on our website.   $95 and up per night, $695 and up per week

Wine Festival in Highlands

May 21-22  HIGHLANDS  North Carolina.  2010 Collective Spirits Wine Festival   Benefit for The Bascom, A Center for the Visual Arts. private wine dinners, grand wine tastings featuring both value wines and rare bottles, a gala dinner, live and silent auctions, a culinary sampling by local chefs, and symposiums conducted by leading wine specialists

Smoky Mountain Cabins offer 40 Acres and Trout Stream

THE CABINS AT LONG BRANCH, Andrews North Carolina. 40 acres of private mountain wilderness with trout stream, secluded but close to activities. Two 2 bd cabins, Full kitchen, fireplace, central H&A, handcrafted furnishings, wood floors, deck with rockers, grill, motorcycle accessible. $150 night, $750 week.

Vote for Asheville

Now through the end of American Craft Beer Week on May 23 you can help make Asheville North Carolina the sole winner of the title, Favorite Beer City USA. Last year's vote ended in a statistical tie between Asheville and Portland Oregon. BeerCity USA 2010 is a chance for local beer communities to express their enthusiasm and support for their local breweries and local better beer bars, restaurants, stores and distributors. Most of us now understand the value of buying local for food. Shouldn't it be the same for beer?  VOTE NOW

Asheville currently offers 10 microbreweries,  a rocking beer tour, a world-renowned specialty beer store and five annual beer festivals. Need more? Check out the complete scoop on Asheville’s beer scene.

Asheville Area Cabins Offer Views and Specials

Absolute Heaven Mountain Valley View Cabins  - Two Deluxe cabins centrally located in the Appalachian Mountains just north of Asheville North Carolina.  Sat. TV, Washer/dryer, full kitchen, linens, paper products, lighted Picnic area +Gas Grill, Porches with rockers, Sun Deck with great mountain views, access to mountain stream below. $145 night $975 week $

Downtown Asheville After 5 for 22 Years

May 21, 5PM - 9:30 OM, Downtown Asheville, Various locations downtown Asheville North Carolina. Asheville's Downtown After 5 begins its 22nd year of the best festival around. The event series kicks off  with headliner StephaniesID and opener Jennie Arnau. The May wristband charity will be the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign. Food and beverages available for purchase onsite. READ MORE...

Asheville Restaurant needs your vote TODAY!

ONE DAY VOTING 5/15/10 - Help Asheville restaurant Sunny Point Café win the title of “America’s Best Breakfast” on Good Morning America - ONE DAY VOTING 5/15 - CLICK HERE

 Sunny Point Café offers breakfast, lunch or dinner, with local flavors that come through in creative and delecious dishes with their famous breakfast menu served all day. Enjoy  handmade desserts and al fresco dining on the patio.

Daily Grind and Wine in Andrews

Daily Grind and Wine, 1060 Main Street, Andrews North Carolina. More than a coffee shop - morning coffee, afternoon lunch and evening gatherings - partnered with The Curiosity Book Shop is locally known as "Beans and Novel".   http://www.thedailygrindandwine.com/index.html

Free Marketing & Technology Class in Andrews

May 17, 2010 at 6PM - 7:30PM, Andrews Valley Initiative, 985 Main St. Andrews North Carolina.  Free Class from HandMade in America: Online Marketing, Technology, Sales, & Arts Business Growth. The classes will start at 6:00pm every third Monday of the month. Andrews Valley Initiative 985 Main St Andrews NC

Hot Vacation Deal to Cool off your Summer Fun

DREAM VIEW CHALET  Beech Mountain North Carolina.

10% OFF the following weeks:

JUNE 19-26 (was $1785 NOW $1606.50)
JULY 3-10 (was $1840 NOW $1656)
JULY 10-17 (was $1785 NOW $1606.50)

And don't forget that ALL Dream View Chalet reservations include Beech Mountain Club privileges! Don't wait! Book your stay now to take advantage of these great deals!

180 degree views at 5325 feet on top of Beech Mountain. 4 BD, 4.5 BA, fireplace, WIFI, PET FRIENDLY. Walk to Land of OZ and OZ Ski Run. Beech Mtn Club privileges. Located next to OZ Cathedral making it perfect for large parties.

Mother's Day in the Mountains: Chimney Rock Weekend Getaway

Chimney Rock Park  Mother's Day Special, May 8- 9. Bring mom to the Park Mother's Day weekend and her ticket is on us! Buy one regularly-priced adult ticket and receive the same for free. Click here to download this special coupon. Coupon must be presented to the Ticket Plaza at the time of purchase. Valid May 8 and 9, 2010.

RIVER VIEW CABINS Bat Cave / Chimney Rock North Carolina. Mother's Day  20% Discount off nightly and weekly rates. Minutes to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure directly on the Rocky Broad River.

DOWLING CABINS Chimney Rock and Bat Cave North Carolina. "Mother's Day Weekend Marvelous Rates" and a special gift of "Dowling Farm Jam" (Secret Recipe!), "Discount Coupons for Chimney Rock State Park"

Mother's Day in the Mountains: Vacation Cabins in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Off-season Rates

Blue Ridge Vacation Cabins   Boone, Blowing Rock, and the rest of the High Country in Western North Carolina. Mother’s Day weekend, not only are we extending our off-season rates (the lowest of the year), but we are also offer the third night for half price, or sixth night for free! 


Mother's Day Weekend in The High Country:

• May 7,  Big Band Bash - 7 PM-10PM,Broyhill Inn & Conference Center, Boone
• May 7,  Ode to Mothers - 5PM, Christopher's Wine and Cheese, Blowing Rock
• May 7-9, Live Music at Canyons, 8960 Valley Blvd, Blowing Rock
• May 9  Music at the Martin House - 2PM-4PM, Downtown Blowing Rock
• May 9  Jazz Society  7PM-9PM, Meadowbrook Inn at 711 Main St. in Blowing Rock
• May 9  Backpacker Magazine's Get Out More Tour, 2PM, Mast Store Annex in Valle Crucis

Mother's Day in the Mountains: Asheville Lodging Special

CAROLINA MORNINGS Asheville North Carolina. Mother's Day Celebrated For The Entire Month of May Special: Massage Package @ your Vacation Rental. You choose your vacation getaway and we will have our certified massage therapists come out to your private cabin. Includes 1.5 hours Massage, 0.5 hr. facial, flowers and chocolates for $125! Valid through May!

Hot Springs Celebrates the French Broad River

April 30 - May 2 Hot Springs North Carolina. 13th Annual French Broad River Festival This annual festival has grown steadily from a one night benefit party on the banks of the French Broad to an all weekend family festival featuring some of the best music in the area and a number of outdoor events in celebration of this beautiful river and setting. Festival begins at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Proceeds from the festival will be donated to American Whitewater and the new Hot Springs Community Learning Center.

Interstate 40 in Western North Carolina Re-opened April 25

The stretch of Interstate 40 in Western North Carolina that has been closed by a rockslide since October opened Sunday, April 25, at 6 p.m.

Work will continue in the area through the summer as crews complete stabilization efforts – including the installation of rock bolts and anchor mesh – at five additional sites. Both eastbound lanes are open; however, one westbound lane will be closed for about three miles  READ MORE...

Mountain View Cabins near West Jefferson

RUGBY CREEK CABINS   3 Cabins with  1-2 bd, 1 bath and long range mountain views. Full kitchens, jacuzzi/hot tubs, TV& DVD, gas/charcoal grills, ALL linens. PET FRIENDLY. BRING YOUR HORSE or rent one! Secluded settings only 20 min. from West Jefferson near the base of Grayson Highlands State Park. $100-$140 nt, $780 wk


RUGBY CREEK ANIMAL RESCUE (RCAR) A nonprofit Animal Rescue organization - adopt rescued animals or make donations.

Lodging for Alumni Weekend

Blue Ridge for Rent -  Boone North Carolina and surrounding areas. 90+ Luxury Blueridge Mountains Rentals with mountain views, pools, fireplaces, WIFI, hot tubs & all amenities. Large or multiple units for Groups, Weddings, Church Retreats, Reunions. PET FRIENDLY. $99-$1000 nt, $250-$5000 wk

Alumni Weekend in Boone

April 23-25, Boone North Carolina.    Spring Alumni Weekend   an all-new Spring Alumni Weekend experience on the weekend of April 23-25, 2010! The Appalachian Alumni Association, along with various arts, athletics, and academic groups, welcomes back all Appalachian State University and Appalachian State Teachers College alumni for a wonderful Boone weekend!  Events will be capped off by an all-new Spring Alumni Banquet and reception, held at the Holmes Convocation Center

Annual Spring Festival in Sylva

April 24   Downtown Sylvia North Carolina.  Greening Up the Mountains Festival    This annual Spring festival, named for the way spring creeps up the mountain sides, began over a decade ago as a celebration of Earth Day. The festival has evolved into a community celebration of Spring with a 5K run, artisans, community organizations, children’s activities, environmental education groups, Youth talent contest and much more.

Vacation on a Mountain Farm in Maggie Valley

EMERALD GATE FARM. Maggie Valley North Carolina. Vacation on a 13 acre mountain Farm! 3 bedroom 3 bath, PET FRIENDLY-bring your horse and ride into the Park. Mountain and pond view from the wrap-around deck. Trout ponds and hiking trails on property. WIFI. Fresh eggs, fruits, veggies. $185nt, $970wk

Maggie Valley Motocycle Rally

April 23 - 25, 11AM - 11PM, Maggie Valley North Carolina.  Thunder in the Smokies   Motorcycle rally with bike games, bike shows, vendors, live music, fire dancers, aerial dancers, cash prizes and free Sunday morning pancake breakfast and church. Hosted by Handlebar Corral Productions.

Riverfront Cabin in Bryson City

NANTAHALA RIVER LODGE.  Bryson City North Carolina. Unique riverfront cabin on the Nantahala River perfect for Families, Friends, Fishermen. 1400 feet river frontage, privacy, quick access to attractions. Luxury one-of-a kind accommodation with world-class fishing. 3 bds, 3 baths, fireplace, sleeps 8. $275-$400 nt, $1800-$2050 per wk

Dagger Shootout in Bryson City

April 17 - 18   Bryson CIty North Carolina.     Dagger Freestyle Shootout & Demo Days   In 2010 the Shootout is one of the first events in the National Freestyle Points Series, promising even more big-air tricks on the Nantahala wave. Add our beginning-of-season sale, Demo Days,for one great weekend.

This weekend at RagApple Lassie

April 16-17, RagApple Lassie Vineyards, 3724 Ragapple Lassie Lane, Boonville - near Mount Airy North Carolina. Walt's Wine Down Fridays with all glasses of wine  $4.00 except Hobson's Choice and Evening Sunset at $7.00. Plus, get an extra 5% case discount - Friday's only on all case purchases or get 5% discount on bottle purchases in multiples of three. Wine Club Members can choose either a free glass of wine or their choice of a pack of cocktail napkins.


From noon to 6PM On Saturday Mood Swingz returns. Taste the award winning wines of RagApple Lassie while listening to everything from old vocal jazz classics like Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald to  Beach tunes and classic pop; from oldies and Jimmy Buffett to Van Morrison. while tasting the award winning wines of RagApple Lassie! Noon to Six!
http://www.ragapplelassie.com/new/

The Wine Studio offers free tastings

Each Saturday from 12-6pm, The Wine Studio of Asheville, 169 Charlotte Street, Asheville North Carolina. Saturday tastings at The Wine Studio create a learning experience with each tasting and to equip you with tools you can use to best describe what you like (and perhaps more importantly, what you don’t like!). Maps about where the grapes are grown and discussions of how the wine is made and the inspiring stories behind its production are included. Aroma wheels are handy so participants can begin to describe what is perceived. http://www.winestudioasheville.com/index.html

Asheville Luxury Mountain Vacation Rentals

Asheville North Carolina - Find  Luxury Mountain Vacation Rentals and Asheville Cabins. An exceptional selection of the finest vacation home rentals in the Asheville NC area. Whether you choose to stay in a captivating Blue Ridge Mountain chalet, a Smoky Mountain log cabin, an elegant downtown loft or a luxury vacation villa located at the center of Historic Biltmore Village.

These vacation rentals offer spectacular mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces, WIFI (wireless Internet), pool tables, pet friendly rentals and more.
Find more Asheville vacation rentals and cabins on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide

Mountain Cabin in Bryson City

STONEWOOD CABIN  Bryson City North Carolina. Stonewood Cabin is filled with character, convenience and charm. Equally suitable for couples, family or friends. PET FRIENDLY & kid friendly. Great location nestled on the side of a mountain only 2 miles to the Nantahala River and close to area attractions. 2BD 2BA plus sleeping loft - can accommodate 8 people. $100 - $150 night, $700-$875 week for this charming mountain cabin.

Whitewater Event this weekend in Bryson City

April 4-5, Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), Bryson City North Carolina. US Junior Team Trials This competitive whitewater event is for paddlers under 18. The top 3 to finish go on to compete in the Junior World Championships. Nantahala Outdoor Center, 800-232-7238

Easter Event: Easter Egg Hunt in Bryson City

April 3, 1:00PM Swain County Horse Arena and Recreation Area, Bryson City North Carolina. 1st Annual Swain Chamber of Commerce Easter Egg Hunt Two separate egg hunts - Ages 0-4 and 5-10. Find one of three special eggs for each age group and win a prize! 828-488-3681, 800-867-9246

Smoky Mountains Cabins Offer "Endro-cations"

Bryson City / Dillsboro North Carolina. Mountain Bear Cabins will be partnering with the AEM Endurance Group (http://www.greatraces.net) to offer what we call " Enduro-cations" with guests having access to professional endurance athletic trainers who will offer training tips, work out schedules and of course time in the Smokies to put their endurance fitness training to the test on our quiet back country roads for cycling, our famed mountain biking trails, open water swimming in our mountain lakes and trail running. Your trip can be customized for your fitness goals. When the day is through, enjoy a spa and  licensed professional massage therapy. Mountain Bear Cabins is a proud sponsor of Gone Riding's SERC Series Mountain Bike Races, the 12 Hours of Tsali mountain bike race and the fall road riding classic, the Tour De Franklin. http://www.mountainbearcabins.com/

Specials and Discounts on Blowing Rock Cabin Rentals

At Your Wits End Vacation Rentals  35+ Cabin and Vacation Rentals from which to choose.  Find your perfect cabin between Blowing Rock and Boone - we offer mountain views, water views, fireplaces, WIFI, hot tubs, pool - ping pong - foosball tables, air hockey and more!  All prices and sizes. Check out our Specials Page including discounts on Fishing & Lodging.

Chef Competition in Blowing Rock

March 23 - 24, Crippens Restaurant, 239 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock North Carolina.  Fire on the Rock Quarterfinal Competition   You decide who goes on to compete in the main event- rate six courses of culinary creativity! 20 High Country Chefs compete with a "mystery" ingredient while diners judge the six-course blind menu and decide the wininer of each preliminary.  The final four chefs compete live onstage during the Bloiwing Rock Wine and food Festival in April. Only $39 + per person. Call to make reservations: 828-295-3487    http://www.crippens.com/dnn/

Lodging Special for Baniff Film Festival

March 19-20, Brevard North Carolina. $50 off 2 nights, $100 off week  TREEHOUSE AT GOLDEN POND  Beautifully furnished 2 bd, 1 bath, cabin sleeps four, central AC/heat, fireplace, eat-in fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, living room, laundry room with washer and dryer. Screened porch and open deck overlooking 2 ponds. $100 per nt, $500 per week.

"Farm Stay" on 13 Acres near Waynesville

EMERALD GATE FARM    Maggie Valley / Waynesville North Carolina. Vacation on a 13 acre mountain Farm! This mountain vacation rental has 3 bedrooms and  3 baths, and is  PET FRIENDLY-bring your horse and ride into the Park. Enjoy the Mountain and pond views from a wrap-around deck. Trout ponds and hiking trails are on the property. WIFI. Fresh eggs, fruits, veggies. $185 per night, $970 per week

King of the Mountain Chefs

March 6, Cyprus Restaurant,Old Edwards Inn, Highlands North Carolina.   King of the Mountain Chef's Challenge    See the Action Unfold as Highlands Top Chefs Go Head to Head in Three Heats, Ending in a Final Battle Where One Chef Will Stand Along as "King of the Mountain". Guests Will Enjoy a Champagne Greeting and Two Complimentary Bar Beverages, Appetizers Throughout the Event Prepared by the Participating Chefs, a Cash Bar Available for Additional Beverages, Four-Course Dinner Prepared by Participating Chefs and Live Music Following the Event. Competition:  4pm - 7pm,  Dinner at 7:30pm with Live Entertainment.

Brevard Cabin Rental on 4 Acres

BRIGADOON   Brevard North Carolina. A renovated, rustic mountain cabin originally built in 1917. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fireplace, mountain views, WIFI. Large screened porch and open deck overlooking Little River, a trout stream. Sits on 4 acres. Sleeps 8. PET FRIENDLY. $150 per night, $750 per week.

Mardi Gras Benefit in Brevard

March 6 , 6PM until...Red Cross Building, 175  King Street, BREVARD  North Carolina.  5th Annual Mardi Gras Benefit   The sound of Cajun music, the taste of shrimp and crab cakes, the shuffle of the cards and the cry of Black Jack. There will be a casino atmosphere, a Cajun grazing buffet, music, dancing, auctions and raffles. The proceeds from this event will benefit the Transylvania County Red Cross and your local community members.

March Special at Asheville Cabin

Mountain GETAWAY  Asheville North Carolina Cabin Special. March Special... stay 3 or more nights at the discounted rate of $150 per night! 3 BD, 2 BA, 2 fireplaces and GREAT MOUNTAIN VIEW. Free WIFI. Newer cedar cabin located in quiet mountain setting yet close to downtown Asheville, Biltmore, Blueridge Parkway, Hendersonville, Black Mountain. Sleeps up to 8. $175-$195 nt, $1000-$1150 wk.

Cozy Stone Fireplace in Bryson City Cabin

STONEWOOD CABIN. Bryson City North Carolina. Stonewood Cabin is filled with character, convenience and charm. Equally suitable for couples, family or friends. PET FRIENDLY & kid friendly. Great location nestled on the side of a mountain only 2 miles to the Nantahala River and close to area attractions. 2BD 2BA plus sleeping loft - can accommodate 8 people. $100 - $150 night, $700-$875 week

Charade in Bryson City

Feb 27, 4PM, library auditorium, Marianna Black Library, 33 Fryemont St., Bryson City North Carolina. The Classic Film Series at the Marianna Black Library presents Charade, a suspense/romance/thriller staring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. The movie is free to the public and projected onto an 8 X 10 foot screen, with a theater sound system. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Marianna Black Library. For more information, call the library at 828-488-3030 or visit http://www.fontanalib.org/brysoncity

Franklin Cabins Offering Discounts

Rivendell Cabins Franklin North Carolina. Discounts on mining, shopping, foods. (3 Cabins ) Mountain views, fireplaces, hot tubs, DLS, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, central heat/ac, satellite TV, phone, VCR & movies, porch with seating, full kitchens, linens, everything included- just bring your clothes & food. $100-$130 per nightt, $475-$675 per week.

Get Wowed by the "Hillbilly Hercules" in Franklin

Feb 26  Smoky Mountain Center for Performing Arts,  Franklin North Carolina.    Aaron Tippin. Apart from writing and recording songs and wowing crowds with his live appearances, Tippin even runs his own record label. He travels all over the world entertaining our military troops; and "personifies the spirit of America through his music."

Cajun Cookin' in Highlands

Feb 20, 6PM-9PM, Highlands Community Center, Highlands North Carolina. Highlands Bi-Annual Cajun Cook-off . A popular competition Featuring Louisiana Favorites: Gumbo & Jambalaya. 828-526-2112  www.highlandschamber.org

TLC for your Bike in Bryson City

Mar 2, 6PM-7PM, Bryson City Bicycles, 157 Everett St.157 Everett, Bryson City North Carolina. BCB Monthly Education Series. Back by popular demand, BCB will offer another session on 'How to Change a Flat Tire and Other Bike Care Essentials'.  Andy will demonstrate how to change a flat, patch a tire, adjust a derailleurs and other tricks for fixing your bike on the trail. Education sessions are held on the first Tuesday of each month. http://www.brysoncitybicycles.com/

The Edge of Darkness in Burnsville

Feb 18, Yancy Theater, 119 West Main Street, Burnsville North Carolina. Final Showing of "The Edge of Darkness". Mel Gibson is a veteran homicide detective who embarks on a dangerous mission to get behind the truth of his daughter's murder. "Dear John" starts on February 19. $5 admission, all tickets all the time. http://www.yanceytheatre.com/

2010 Maple Syrup Tour in Burnsville

Feb 20-21, 11AM- 4PM, Maple Creek Farm, 1641 Lickskillet Rd, Burnsville North Carolina. Join North Carolina's only commercial producer of maple syrup for their second annual Maple Syrup Tour. Maple Creek Farm will be offering tours on the hour for visitors to see the maple syrup making process from tapping trees to cooking syrup. Hike up through the "sugar bush" to see the taps and tubing, visit with farm animals, smell the sweet steam of cooking syrup, and of course sample our fresh syrup and maple sausage. $5 for adults, children under 12 FREE.  828-682-0297   http://www.maplecreekfarm.net

Mountain Hidaway Cabin in Burnsville

OUR MOUNTAIN HIDAWAY  Burnsville North Carolina.  Mountain views with 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths, fireplace, hot tub, DSL. Scenic mountain views but only 5 miles to downtown Burnsville. Game room, pool table and foosball, wrap-around deck with gas grill, rockers, swing. $145 nt, $850 wk PET FRIENDLY.

Moon Madness at Lake James State Park

February 19, 6PM, Lake James State Park, Nebo North Carolina. The Moon's rhythms have been guiding timekeepers throughout history influencing Earth's cycles, such as tides, and has been charted by many cultures around the globe. Join Park Ranger Nora Coffey and learn about Earth's only natural satellite, the MOON. Meet at the Lake James State Park Office at 6:00 p.m. Program begins with an indoor discussion, followed by an outdoor activity and moon viewing. Park gates are locked at 6:00 p.m. and remain locked for the duration of the program! Please call the park office, 828-652-5047 for program registration by noon February 18th.

Last minute February Deals at Carolina Mornings

CAROLINA MORNINGS  Asheville, North Carolina.  Luxury Mountain Vacation Rentals and Asheville Cabins, 80 from which to choose! February is Romance Month at Carolina Mornings!  Check out our romantic dinner and spa packages and bring your special someone to WNC! FREE Mountain Discovery  for each day you stay!  Enjoy FREE ski lift tickets, golf, whitewater rafting, Asheville Trolley Tours, LakeLure Cruise and more from Carolina Mornings.

Winter Fly Fishing and Fly Tying Classes

Curtis Wright Outfitters is offering Classes in both Fly Fishing and Fly Tying during February. Not on the river as much due to the winter weather? Take the opportunity to sign up for Introduction to Fly Tying Class and learn to tie your very own creations with your own patterns to fool the fish with.

Introduction to Fly Tying Classes 3.5 hour classes:
February 20th, 2010 - Biltmore Village Store
February 27th, 2010 - Saluda Store

Introduction to Fly Tying Classes 3 week classes (five flies):
February 18th, 2010 - Weaverville store
February 25th, 2010 - Weaverville store

Add a Half-Day Guided Trip to the class in the afternoon to immediately re-inforce what you've learned in the morning class. The cost of the Class & Guided Trip Package is $270.00.We look forward to sharing our knowledge and experience with you! On a side note the Fly Fishing Class for Beginners is an in depth class whereas the Fly Fishing School only skims over parts of the Fly Fishing Class added to a watered down version of the Intro to Fly Tying Class.

Free Night for Valentine's Day through March

Along the Blueridge Rentals, West Jefferson North Carolina.  Welcome to our Winter Wonderland cabins in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains! We've had snow and the slopes are amazing.  Enjoy winter sports and romance in the NC mountains!  1 NIGHT FREE with all rentals of 2 or more nights in February or March. Holidays require a 3 night minimum at Holiday rates to receive the 4th night FREE!  2-8 Guests.  Gas fireplace, original artwork PLUS, views to take you away from it all!

Brevard offers 3rd Annual Vantine's Weekend

February 12-15, 2010 -  Brevard and Transylvania County North Carolina. Follow your heart to the mountains or...spend the LOVE-liest STAYCATION  in Transylvania County. "Sweetheart Dance" and "Dancing with our Stars," dance to the rhythms played by ballroom DJ - Roger Buckner. Vote for your favorite "Dancing with our Stars" including this year: Isaac Allen, Kody Kinsley, Marty & Glenn Ingram, Mark Thompson, & Sonia Arnold. Pros: Gillian Hillman, Carol Henderson, Kristen Pangle, & Lee Starr. 

Give Your Valentine a FREE Day!

Luxury Lakefront Cottages, Cashiers North Carolina.  Valentine's Day Special? Enjoy a 5th day free when you reserve 4 days over the Valentines Day Weekend.  Private docks, canoe, awesome lake to mountain views. 3-6BD, 2-5BA, luxurious bedding & linens, fireplace, rustic elegance decor, lakeside  hammock, WIFI.

Special Valentine Weekend in the Woods - Brevard

Cabins in Willoughby Woods, Brevard North Carolina. Special Valentine Weekend in the Woods: 3 nights $300 plus tax. Experience the serenity of A Cabin in Willoughby Woods. Surrounded by thousands of acres of pristine forest. Just 13 miles south of Brevard. Relax in the comfort of your 2 bedroom 1 bath cabin with gas log fireplace, central heat and air, ice maker, dishwasher, washer/dryer, & all the conveniences of home. Hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, waterfalls, breathtaking scenery or just experience the solitude of the pristine forest.

Valentine's Day Special in Bryson City

Great Smokys Cabin Rentals, Bryson City North Carolina.  A Sweetheart of a Deal –Valentine’s Day Special.  Stay in one of our romantic cabins at our lowest price of the season. Discounted holiday rate - just mention "Cupid."  Add a bottle of wine and assorted chocolates for $25.  800-655-977 (8AM-8PM, 7 days)

Maggie Valley's Tube World Winter Fun

Ride the crest of the latest wave in outdoor winter fun - Snow Tubing! Tube World now brings this exciting fun-packed family experience to Maggie Valley, North Carolina. With Cataloochee's famous snowmaking expertise, the 5 run snow tube park is sure to be a must for visitors and locals alike. Sit back and enjoy the moving carpet lift to the top and then get ready for the slide of your life. Conveniently located across from Ghost Town on Highway 19 makes getting to the park easy. http://www.tubemaggievalley.com/

12th Annual Blowing Rock Winterfest

January 28-31, Blowing Rock North Carolina.   12th Annual Winterfest  Join the Village of Blowing Rock as we celebrate the fun side of winter at the 12th Annual Blowing Rock Winterfest! From the Chili Cook-Off to downtown hayrides, from the icy Polar Plunge to WinterFeast, there's something for all age groups at Blowing Rock Winterfest.

Alpine Escape in Blowing Rock

Alpine Escape A vacation log cabin rental in Blowing Rock North Carolina. AC, jacuzzi in master, 3 large bedrooms, 3.5 baths with 2 king beds, 2 queen beds, 2 twin beds plus futon! Porch with hammock, 2 lg decks + gas grill. All linens, stocked kit, WIFI. Family -friendly: high chair, monitor, BOB SUS jogger, gates on stairs, toys, DVDs. Rec room with sleeping, full bath, foosball, TV. PET FRIENDLY. $250-$350nt, $1300-$2000wk

Fire and Ice this Weekend in Maggie Valley and Waynesville

January 22 - 24 WAYNESVILLE AND MAGGIE VALLEY North Carolina.   Fire and Ice, a Mountain Winterfest  Discover Haywood County and melt away winters chill at the 1st Annual Fire & Ice Mountain Winterfest. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains only 30 minutes west of Asheville, the towns of Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Canton and Clyde transform into a winter wonderland. The Grandeur of mountain vistas, punctuated by 14 peaks and over 6,000 feet of elevation will both charm and fascinate you.

The celebration of winter includes: Winter Wonderland Kids Play Area, an Ice Sculpting Competition, food demonstrations, a Lumber Jack Breakfast , local microbrewed beer and wine tasting, skiing and winter sports, hayrides and the unique tastes of what Western North Carolina has to offer!

Getway in Maggie Valley Country Club

A VIEW POINT  Maggie Valley North Carolina.    Great mountain view! 4 Bedrooms 2 Baths overlooking the golf course and seven mountain ranges in Maggie Valley Country Club. Great room with glass wall open to lg deck, rec room w/pool table, 2 fireplaces, easy paved access. PET FRIENDLY, biker friendly. $175-$250 nt, $1250 wk

Ski by Day, Hot Tub by Night

LITTLE ELK COTTAGE RENTAL  Banner Elk North Carolina - Ski Beech and Sugar Mountain ski resorts are only 15 minutes away. Vacation in a cozy farmhouse  in the beautiful High Country of Avery County. This farmhouse provides lots of nostalgia and plenty of comfort! 5 BD, 1 BA mountain view and 5-person hot tub. Front & back porches with rockers, gas grill & grilling area, nearby streams, backyard swing, large backyard, TV, DVD & CD players. $75-$125nt, $500-$700 wk.

Foscoe Fishing Company Catches the Big One!

Boone North Carolina. 2010 has started with some cooler temperatures, winter storms, and some amazing fishing. Even though it was cooler than normal, we were still catching lots of fish, and making lifetime memories on our guided trips. The weather has turned milder this week, if it's still too cold for you to go fishing, now is a great time to take a one or two day fly fishing school or a fly tying class, give us a call to reserve your class today. The spring is booking out quickly so be sure to reserve your dates soon. 828-963-6556.

It may have been cold outside, but the fishing has been hot! This pig was caught 2 weeks ago on a float trip with Matt Maness. The fish taped out at 31 inches. Call the shop today to book your fishing trip with one of our awesome guides. http://www.foscoefishing.com/

Martin Luther King Day Celebration

Jan 18, 7PM, Ashe Arts Center, West Jefferson North Carolina. The Ashe County Arts Council will be sponsoring a community celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King on Monday, Jan. 18 at 7pm at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. The featured performer will be Mike Wiley, a NC actor who has performed over ten years in theatre, film and television. Wiley will perform excerpts from "Tired Souls." The play documents the tales of Martin Luther King, Jr. and others of the hundreds of men and women who stood up to Jim Crow’s segregation, held tight to their bus money and walked for freedom for 381 days. Students and community members will also be reading essays, speeches and tributes highlighting the message of Dr. King and his teachings of peace, unity and equality in our society. Special music will be presented by a community chorus under the direction of Diane Bryan-Leeper. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS.

High Country Winter Special

Along the Blueridge Rentals, West Jefferson North Carolina. Welcome to our Winter Wonderland cabins in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains! We've had snow and the slopes are amazing. Enjoy winter sports and romance in the NC mountains! 1 NIGHT FREE with all rentals of 2 or more nights in February or March. Holidays require a 3 night minimum at Holiday rates to receive the 4th night FREE! 2-8 Guests. Gas fireplace, original artwork PLUS, views to take you away from it all!

A Sweetheart of a Deal for Your Valentine

GREAT SMOKYS CABIN RENTALS. A Sweetheart of a Deal –Valentine’s Day Special. Stay in one of our romantic cabins at our lowest price of the season. Discounted holiday rate - just mention "Cupid." Add a bottle of wine and assorted chocolates for $25. Call 800-655-977 (8AM-8PM, 7 days) Rentals@4Smokys.com

Off-Season Rates at Point of View Mountain Retreat

THE NUTHOUSE COTTAGE  Grassy Creek-West Jefferson Area.  Luxurious cottage at off-season rates through MAY. Specials: Weekdays stay 2 nights, get 1 extra night free - Long weekends: 4 days for the price of 3. Gourmet kitchen, gas grill, crow's nest with views, cutting gardens, pond, goats & sheep, 45acres to roam, DVD, washer & dryer, central heat & air and FREE WIFI.

January - March Special for Asheville Cabin

Asheville North Carolina Mountain View Cabin. January - March Special... stay 3 or more nights at the discounted rate of $150 per night! 3 BD, 2 BA, 2 fireplaces and  free WIFI. Newer cedar cabin located in quiet mountain setting yet close to downtown Asheville, Biltmore, Blueridge Parkway, Hendersonville, Black Mountain. Sleeps up to 8. $175-$195 nt, $1000-$1150 wk. ALLEE'S GETAWAY

Ski by day, cozy up to the fireplace by night!

Maggie Valley NC Cabin. Ski at Cataloochee Ski Area or snow tube at  Maggie Valley's Tube World and enjoy a mountain winter wonderland - conditions are great now!

Bring the family or friends to this affordable, mountain view Maggie Valley Cabin and have a fantastic winter retreat. This cabin has it all: 3 BD/3BA. Amazing mountain view, paved access, hot tub, WIFI, ping pong/air hockey/foosball. $175-$200nt  $900-$1000wk. January and February SPECIALS! BROWN LOG CABIN RETREAT

Hit the Slopes with Rental Discounts in Blowing Rock

BLOWING ROCK CABIN AND VACATION RENTALS DISCOUNTS.   A variety of discounts and weekday specials. Discount TICKETS for attractions and activities.  Find your perfect cabin from our 35+ rentals. W e offer mountain views, water views, fireplaces, WIFI, hot tubs, pool - ping pong - foosball tables, air hockey and more!  At Your Wits End Vacation Rentals (35+)