Situated in the N.C. Blue Ridge Mountains, Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville, Autograph Collection blends Old World luxury with contemporary resort-style amenities. Retreat within Tudor-inspired accommodations with stone flooring, original artwork and sleek bathrooms, enhanced by plush robes and soaking tubs. Enjoy popular local attractions, including historic Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Thrill your sense with farm-to-table fare at Red Stag Grill, and sample wines from our signature label in the lounge, which exudes an Old World hunting club ambiance. Celebrate and succeed in elegant event spaces, including our Kessler Ballroom, featuring Swarovski crystal chandeliers and 14K-gold leaf painting on the walls. After a day of business or sightseeing, break a sweat in our fitness center, tour our on-site art gallery or treat yourself to a massage in our luxury spa. Immerse yourself in a cultured lifestyle experience at an Asheville hotel unlike any other.
Nine Mile is a casual full-service vegetarian-friendly restaurant and bar with three locations in Asheville, NC. The original location is in the heart of Historic Montford. The second location is in Downtown West Asheville on Haywood Rd. The newsest location is in Biltmore Park Town Square in South Asheville.
Our cuisine consists of Caribbean inspired pasta dishes, rice dishes, a handful of traditional pasta dishes, daily specials, and an array of locally made desserts.
We carry a variety of local and micro brews as well as a specially picked selection of wine. Our non-alcoholic beverages include Jumex Nectars, San Pellegrino, and Fountain Sodas (Yes, we have Cheerwine!). The West and South locations also serve an array of Caribbean Cocktails.
It is our pleasure to provide everyone from our nearby neighbors to our visitors from afar with great food and a pleasurable dining experience.
We invite you to come by and look forward to seeing you!
RV sites, tent sites, and cabins, pull thru and back in, full and partial hook ups. Shady, clean and friendly!
Convenience and comfort surrounded by Asheville area attractions including Biltmore, Historic Biltmore Village, the Blue Ridge Parkway and downtown Asheville. Relax in the renovated rooms with 32″ LCD television, refrigerators and free high-speed wireless Internet. Enjoy the indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, fitness center, business center and fresh baked cookies and coffee each afternoon. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast including Belgian Waffles, sausage, eggs, biscuits, yogurt and fresh fruits. Smoke-free facility.
Located in the heart of downtown Asheville, you will have a front row seat to the sights, the sounds, the taste and the unmistakable vibe that has made this mountain oasis famous.
It’s easy to see why Cambria is amongst the best places to stay in Asheville, NC when you consider the boutique accommodations, a full range of tech-forward amenities and a refreshingly relaxed vibe. Before you even arrive at your room, you will be treated to valet parking that costs just $17 per night with unlimited in and out privileges! The Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville offers loft inspired guestrooms featuring city and mountain views. Our one and two bedroom suites feature large outdoor balconies where you watch the sun slip behind the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Upon arrival on the fourth floor Terrace at Cambria Hotel you may think you’ve entered Havana until your eyes reach the backdrop of the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains. Hemingway’s Cuba offers their patrons the perfect marriage of Cuban cuisine with Asheville flair. We can’t wait to provide you with a dining experience as rich and as unique as a Hemingway’s story.
Once a dorm for a western North Carolina Presbyterian school in the early 1900’s, the historic Terrell House Bed and Breakfast Inn accommodations include 6 beautifully appointed rooms on perfect for a romantic weekend getaway. Five have queen size beds and one has two twin beds. All rooms have private baths, individual air-conditioning, free WiFi and sitting areas. There is also a TV in the library available to all guests. A hearty formal breakfast is served daily at our Blue Ridge Mountains bed and breakfast inn. The best breakfast in Burnsville awaits you. Laura has about 6 different recipes for French Toast and serves up eggs in lots of different ways. Do you need gluten free meals or have special dietary concerns? Let Laura know and she will take special care to meet your needs. We also have a barbecue available for you use just ask Mike.
An anchor fly is a beaded nymph that is weighted to get to the feeding zone quickly. Anchor flies are commonly used in Euro Nymphing and similar tight-line angling methods.
Anchor Fly currently consists of two passionate fly fishing anglers with desires to
- Spend as much time as they can fly fishing
- Share what they learn with others
Our team believes that fly fishing can literally make us better people. In a nutshell—by spending more time in nature and connecting with our surroundings we develop peace and patience in daily life. This is a very cool thing AND is very worthy of some gratitude.
We wish to share our deep respect for the environments we fish in, and the fish that we catch. If we can help develop an increase in respect for even one angler that would mean a great deal.
Because of this, sharing information and research on the culture, philosophy and environmental impact is very important to publish on Anchor Fly.
Explore Western North Carolina’s great outdoors with Nantahala Outdoor Center. The nation’s largest outdoor recreation company, NOC has led outdoor adventures since 1972 and earned recognition as “One of the Best Outfitters on Earth” by National Geographic Adventure. Over a million guests visit NOC annually to embark on a diverse collection of more than 120 different river and land-based itineraries! Learn to kayak at NOC’s world-renowned Paddling School, or test the latest outdoor gear and shop at retail stores in Asheville, Gatlinburg, and Nantahala. Book a trip on one of seven rivers in the Southeast, or fly through the skies on the Nantahala Mountaintop Zip Line Adventure!
Mobile coffee trailer in Asheville, NC. Serving organic locally roasted coffees, t’s and baked goodies
Newly renovated guest rooms and under new management in 2016. The Beaucatcher is a locally owned motel offering quality accommodations at affordable prices in one of the most convenient areas of Asheville. Located seconds away from downtown, many of Asheville’s renowned breweries, culturally vibrant River Arts District, Asheville Mall and within 5-10 miles to the Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway and many other natural attractions. All newly renovated guest rooms offer a microwave, refrigerator, flat screen TV, hair dryer and feature either a private balcony or walk out patio.
Locally owned and operated since 2008 in Western North Carolina, Yonder provides relaxing and personalized luxury homes for vacation rentals in and around Asheville; from 1 bedroom loft apartments in the heart of Asheville to 8 bedroom timber frame estates homes in the mountains. Perfect for romantic weekends to multi generational family gatherings, corporate retreats to weddings, Yonder dedicates itself to providing the ultimate mountain vacation experience. Our promise to you is an easy booking process, a guaranteed clean home the Yonder Experience Program and our availability every day of the year to offer local knowledge and answer any questions you might have.
Yonder creates a vacation experience, rather than just a “destination”, and that demands the highest levels of customer and guest services. Our commitment is to make your stay truly memorable! With over 4,000 5-Star reviews, our entire team continues to focus on providing you, our guest, with the ultimate vacation experience, delivered at every step and interaction.
Making wine in the heart of Asheville, NC from grapes grown in our surrounding mountains. Brought together by chance through a mutual friend at Appalachian State, we discovered that we had written similar business plans for an urban winery in Asheville. We met several times and discovered we had the same philosophy about supporting a community of farmers, winemakers, artists, and chefs while making wine using local grapes. The rest is history in the making . . .
Only 15 minutes from Asheville, NC, Sharon Spring Cabin offers a private weekend of quiet enjoyment in a rental cabin above a swimming pond on 20 acres.
This unique yoga retreat, guest cabin and optional mini spa offers massage and yoga lessons, if desired, in the Blue Ridge mountains surrounding the beautiful Asheville area. Relax in the hot tub as you enjoy a south-facing meadow surrounded by pine trees, wildflowers, a dark star-filled sky, soaring hawks, a firefly light-show and the Bear Wallow mountain range.
This historic home is featured in the new edition of “1,000 Places to See Before You Die”, and is a Select Registry Property. The Inn features six rooms in the main house and two brand new, pet friendly suites in the restored carriage house. All rooms have a private bath, luxury bedding, and most have fireplaces. Room rates include gourmet three-course breakfast and afternoon tea with wine tasting. Tranquil gardens and koi ponds in the perfect location to enjoy all of Asheville and downtown!
The wild trout waters in the Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains and the premier waters of the Davidson River, Cherokee Trophy water and the South Holston River are all fishing great. The catch and release waters of North Carolina’s Delayed Harvest Program have been stocked with great numbers of highly cooperative, hungry trout as well. Late winter hatches of Little Black Winter Stone Flies, Gray Winter Caddis, Blue Winged Olives, Blue Quills and Quill Gordons are all still in play and the additional hatches of the Hendrickson, March Brown, Tan Caddis and Little Yellow Sally Stoneflies are providing quite a buffet for the Brook, Brown and Rainbow trout.
Mountain Fly Anglers is a full-service guided fly fishing company. Creating an enjoyable and immersive experience is our goal. We achieve that through our professionalism and contouring our customers needs to create a unique experience on and off the water.
Located in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, we offer wade and float fly fishing trips that are geared towards education, conservation, river awareness, and of course leaving you with an unforgettable outdoor experience in these beautiful mountains that we call home.
Whether you’re a novice or expert angler, our fly guides can personally customize a trip and create an unforgettable fly fishing experience.
From donuts to wedding cakes Geraldine’s bakes all items in-house fresh daily. Fred starts with Big Ernie’s handwritten recipes.
These are tried and true delicious delights. Fred and Matt place the finishing touches on all of our cakes and pastries. RJ and WP, our experienced bread bakers, are busy supplying Asheville’s restaurants with buns and breads. And please welcome back to the baking scene in Asheville…. Aaron, former owner of Carolina Mountain Bakery and son-in-law of The Rolling Pin family (memories!) So enjoy the slideshow and visit Geraldine’s Bakery for ALL your sweet treat desires!
Whether you are here to get your adrenaline pumping by whitewater rafting or skiing the slopes, explore the great outdoors while hiking the trails, take in a challenging game of golf, or catch up on some much needed rest on the cabin deck – Scenic Wolf has what you’re looking for. Rent a mountain bike and take a ride around the resort. Bring the kids and check out our new playground area with twin towers, bridges, tunnels and plenty of slides. If you need more, these mountains are full of things to do and we can get you where you want to be in the great outdoors. No matter what fits your lifestyle, the Scenic Wolf cabins at Wolf Ridge have something for you.
Our Scenic Wolf cabins are also part of our Large Group Rentals properties! If you have a family reunion, corporate retreat, or just a large group traveling together, these spacious side-by-side cabins are the perfect option for your event! Click here for more info.
Locally sourced French comfort food served in a cozy space with a bar, open kitchen & alley patio.
copper crown is the result of a dream 11 years in the making. Our mission is to provide a neighborhood gathering place in our community of East Asheville where delicious food and drinks may be enjoyed by all. We are nestled between many neighborhoods, including Beverly Hills, Haw Creek, Oteen and others. We are conveniently located en route to the Blue Ridge Parkway and a few minutes drive away from downtown.
We aim to provide a little something for everyone, and offer dinner seven days a week as well as lunch/brunch on both Saturday and Sunday, with menus focused on seasonal and locally sourced goods. All of our menus reflect both the diversity of our influences (American South, Italy, & New Orleans to name a few) as well as our support of many local farms.
Our bar program features signature cocktails, 8 draft beers, bottled beer selections, and full wine list. We have a fun list of spirited beverages for lunch/brunch as well. Stop by after work for a drink on our patio or join us for drinks later into the evening on the weekends.
Our dining room offers a cozy and unique environment that speaks to our love of modern-retro design. We were honored to partner with Form & Function Architecture and Design to bring our dreams to reality in creating a space that is both warm and entirely fresh.
Our award-winning hotel is located in the heart of downtown Asheville. Walk to an event at the U.S. Cellular Center, we are the closest hotel to the venue. Capture Insta-worthy shots of the Basilica St. Lawrence, next door. Asheville is just steps away from our centrally located hotel. We invite you to experience the dynamic fusion of art, culture, shopping, fine dining and nightlife that Asheville, North Carolina has to offer. Check-in to our neighborhood and experience gracious hospitality from Asheville’s finest downtown boutique hotel.
Join us on our unique day hikes in the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains. We offer mindfulness and meditation day hikes where you can disconnect from screens, slow down, and enjoy the gorgeous mountains outside of Asheville, North Carolina. Our guides are highly experienced in both wilderness guiding and meditative practices. We lead group Mindfulness Hikes every Tuesday-Friday from 9a-1p.
Not into meditation? No problem. We also offer private day hikes that suit what you’d like to see and do on your trip. For our group hikes, once you book with us you’ll receive detailed directions of where to meet us at the trail head. Before our hike we’ll spend 10-20 minutes giving you an overview of mindfulness practices and then hit the trail! We’ll take you to local spots leaving the crowds behind, making sure to point out local flora and fauna along the way. You’ll be shocked how much you notice once you slow down and become more attuned to your senses.
Around noon we’ll find a beautiful spot to break for lunch and enjoy a healthy lunch from a local Asheville eatery. After lunch we’ll spend time swimming, taking in a beautiful view, or admiring a waterfall, all while engaging our 5 senses. Give yourself the opportunity and time to go inward and be fully present on this unique trip.
Elegant AAA Four Diamond inn located in the Montford Historic District. Pet friendly suites, In-room spa services.
Bed & Breakfast in Historic Asheville
An inn for every kind of Asheville adventurer
Outdoor thrill-seekers, history buffs, and art and music aficionados alike all feel at home in our expansive Arts and Crafts style bed and breakfast. It’s the perfect spot to rest your head or put your feet up after a day’s adventure! We’ve curated the main house, guest rooms, and suites to offer a special yet relaxing home base that’s only mere steps from gourmet restaurants, minutes from the center of town, and a short drive from endless mountain escapades in every direction.
Tucked in the colorful Blue Ridge Mountains, the award winning Best Western Biltmore East is centrally located to all of Asheville’s wonderful attractions. Hotel provides spacious accommodations that are sure to please. Standard rooms offer complimentary high speed Internet access, in-room coffee makers, hairdryers, micro-fridges, and iron/boards. Brand new Jacuzzi rooms are also available. Guests have access to our large outdoor heated swimming pool as well as a business center with Internet access.
14 LUXURY Cottages within 10 MINUTES from downtown Asheville Our goal: Provide You With The Most Luxurious Vacation Rental Cabin Stay You Have Ever Experienced!
Navitat is the premier provider of tree-based zipline experiences – featured on CNN, in the New York Times, Outdoor Magazine, Forbes Travel Guide and called “One of the best in the nation!” in USA TODAY! With two incredible zipline tours to choose from, a day at Navitat is guaranteed to be full of high-flying fun! Navitat’s original tour, the The Treetop Tour has six ziplines, two bridges, a rappel, and a spiral staircase. The Mountaintop Tour is a massive high flying zipline tour featuring three (huge!) side-by-side “racing style” ziplines, the longest of which stretches more than 3600-feet and is 350-feet above the forest floor. Be adventurous – and snag big savings! – when you book The Ultimate Adventure Package to experience BOTH tours in one action-packed, tree-lovin’ day. Located only 20 minutes north of Asheville, Navitat’s home, Moody Cove, is a 242-acre wilderness setting containing some of the largest trees in the area, abundant wildlife, rare plant species, and offering spectacular long-range mountain views. On each tour, knowledgeable guides teach you about the natural environment and tell colorful local history stories. Navitat Canopy Adventures welcomes adventure seekers weighing between 70 and 250 pounds. This is the flagship location of Bonsai Design Inc., America’s leading zipline canopy tour designer. Built with environmental respect for minimal impact, don’t miss your chance to experience Navitat – tree-based adventures that thrill, educate, and inspire!
Set on three gently wooded acres, this beautiful mountain house is located only three miles from downtown Asheville. Secluded and quiet with beautiful views, the Crooked Oak Mountain house offers the perfect balance for those who wish to relax, renew and enjoy the splendor of the mountains.
The Crooked Oak Mountain House was built in 1969. We continue to celebrate it’s mid-century modern heritage as we updated and modernized the furnishings.
Apple Blossom Motel is the perfect place to take a break from the hectic life. They offer the best services at the most affordable prices. All the rooms at Apple Blossom Motel are both spacious and comfortable. Apple Blossom Motel is close to Black Mountain, and only 14 miles from Asheville. All 21 rooms at Apple Blossom Motel are clean and comfortable with A/C, color TV with cable, wireless Internet, microwave and fridges. Your choice is simple-try out the motel and we assure you that you will not be disappointed.
With attractive and comfortable guest room accommodations, The Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport hotel is sure to meet your needs. Located near the Asheville Regional Airport, Biltmore Estate, the Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina Arboretum, Biltmore Village, Sierra Nevada Brewery and the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center, the Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport is perfect for weekend getaways, business travel, family vacations, family reunions and social gatherings. Come and experience whitewater rafting, tubing, hiking, fly fishing, biking, snow skiing or dine while enjoying a gorgeous mountain view. Our location also makes the Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport a wonderful lodging choice for business travelers heading off to work at Nypro, Borg-Warner, Linamar Asheville, Meritor, Inc., Eaton Arden, Hubbell Lighting or Mission Hospital. The Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport is centrally located and allows you to experience all that Asheville, North Carolina has to offer.
The Albemarle Inn, located in the tranquil Grove Park District of Asheville, is a lovingly restored 1909 Greek Revival mansion which has been rated Four Diamonds by AAA. Our eleven rooms have unique, elegant & luxurious decor. Comfortable Canopy, Sleigh & Brass beds, with fine linens and sumptuous duvets ensure a relaxing night’s rest. The sweeping grand staircase, with ornate woodworking, leads to the upper floor guestrooms. Savor a 3-Course Breakfast at your private table on our light-filled sun porch, overlooking the gardens. In winter months, enjoy your breakfast by the warmth of the fireplace inside in our Dining Room. Our Inn offers the best of Asheville: Biltmore Estate, downtown eateries & nightlife, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, National Parks and Forests, and outdoor sports all within your grasp. A mere ten mi
Private, luxury two-bedroom suites in eclectic West Asheville. Each with living and kitchen facilities.
Seven log cabins surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains and resting on 35 breathtaking natural acres, awaits an unforgettable destination that’s perfect for your next North Carolina vacation. High Rock Rentals brings you the best of the outdoors with the comforts of a five-star hotel to ensure you have a little of everything for a complete getaway. Choose from one of their premium mountain log homes that offer modern touches including fully-equipped kitchens, spacious living rooms, game rooms, and inviting decks that look out over the stunning landscapes. When you’re not lounging indoors, head out to explore the magnificent mountain trails on a hiking adventure. Local waterfalls and rivers make for incredible photo opportunities as well, while the nearby town of Asheville is full of attractions including the beautiful Biltmore Estate! The prime selection of accommodations from High Rock Rentals are ready for your whole family, including your pet. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and close to the exciting towns of Black Mountain, Montreat, and Asheville, High Rock Rentals provides you and your loved ones the perfect setting to reconnect. Here, you can plan an adventure through the surrounding mountain trails hiking or spend a day visiting local sites in town. After you’ve had your fill of fun, you can relax in your private home-away-from-home that’s equipped with a full kitchen, spacious deck for unwinding, large screen satellite television and more. Some units even have game rooms for extra entertainment!
We are an independent, family owned company founded in 1999. We strive to produce high quality, fresh breads and pastries for our retail and wholesale customers. We source products from local businesses when possible and we believe in giving back to our community through donations and interaction.
An Asheville staple for more than 10 years, City Bakery serves some of the best sandwiches, salads, and soups in town. Artisan Breads, scratch-made pastries, cakes and desserts as well as great breakfast selections are available 7 days a week.
Davidson River Campground is nestled just inside the Pisgah National Forest and only 3 miles away from the beautiful town of Brevard, NC. The campground runs along Davidson River, a great place for fishing, tubing, and swimming, and is considered one of the premier trout fishing spots in the southeast. From here you can hike the Art Loeb and North Slope Trails, and right across the street you’ll find all the information you need to recreate in the forest at the Pisgah Ranger Station. Eclectic Asheville, NC is only 45 minutes away, while Charlotte and Atlanta are only a few hours from this incredible spot. Be sure to check out our other campgrounds at North Mills River and Lake Powhatan.
Camping in NC ensures you’ll have an amazing vacation!
Cataloochee Ski Area, located high in the mountains of Western North Carolina is the home of “Great Skiing in the Great Smokies!” One of the first areas in the region to open each season, Cataloochee is committed to making your skiing and snowboarding experience the best it can be by utilizing one the most advanced snowmaking systems in the Southeast. With 100% snowmaking on 18 slopes and trails including the Cat Cage Terrain Park, 3 aerial lifts and 2 moving carpet lifts, and over 4,000 sets of snowsports equipment, the Cataloochee experience offers something everyone.
We feature a PSIA and AASI member Ski and Snowboard School with instruction for all ages and abilities, and offer our HEAD Kids Adventure Center with ski and snowboard programs for kids ages 4-12 and a variety of terrain for beginners to experts alike. With our new Terrain-Based Learning programs, you will learn quicker and easier than ever before. Group and corporate meeting space is available. In the lodge, a fireplace and cozy atmosphere await you along with our on-mountain restaurant offering three ala carte meals daily and a lounge with full ABC permits. Round out your day on the mountain with a visit to The Shop at Cataloochee, featuring signature gifts and apparel. Down the hill in Maggie Valley, we offer Tube World, a snowtubing hill with up to 12 lanes of tubing fun!
Cataloochee Ski and Sports, our rental and clothing shop in Maggie Valley allows you to rent your ski or snowboard equipment at a discounted rate, purchase your lift ticket and get everything you need for a day on the slopes. Bib, jacket and helmet rentals are also available at the shop as well. Best of all, you can pick up everything you need the night before and be ready to go straight to the snow on the day you plan to ski or snowboard with no waiting! The sports shop sells goggles, gloves, hats, sunglasses and other accessories to complete your visit. Cataloochee is located only 35 miles west of Asheville with easy four lane access.
Pinecrest, a beautifully restored 5 bedroom inn built in 1905, is conveniently located in Montford, an easy one mile walk to downtown Asheville and just minutes from Biltmore Estate. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Pinecrest sits on a quiet street, surrounded by more than an acre of lush grounds and secluded woods. Inside, you will find a casual elegance, uniquely decorated rooms, bountiful breakfasts, decadent afternoon desserts, 24 hour complimentary beverages and much more. When staying at our bed and breakfast, an added benefit is the personal attention and local expertise that we can provide in planning your trip. This can include restaurant recommendations, procuring tickets for your visit to the Biltmore Estate, recreation adventures, day hikes and drives or creating a memorable special occasion package. Pinecrest Innkeepers, Dan & Diane Rogers, take great pride in providing our guests with warm hospitality and excellent service. Our mission is to make your Asheville experience all that it can be. Come and see why our guests rave about their visit to our bed and breakfast.
Asheville Cabins of Carolina Mornings is Asheville’s leading vacation rental company! Founded in 1997 by our owner, Shari, Carolina Mornings has spent over 20 years hand-picking the best accommodations for travelers wanting to experience the best parts of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
We have options!
We offer a wide selection of properties from romantic and cozy cabins-for-two up to expansive lodges and estates that accommodate family reunions and corporate retreats! Whether you want to stay in town or on a mountaintop, we’re sure to have the perfect rental for you.
Our cabins, condos, and vacation homes offer the best amenities that you’re looking for: Hot tubs, mountain views, fireplaces, game tables, all linens and towels included, professional service and maintenance, and a large selection of pet-friendly properties. We accept online bookings 24/7 on our website and are also standing by to help you on the phone.
We have benefits!
Carolina Mornings is the only company in town to offer our coveted Mountain Discovery Pass. This pass provides you with seasonal activities throughout the year:
- One Biltmore Estate Daily Pass (year-round!)
- One French Broad River Zipline Adventure (May-Oct)
- One French Broad River Whitewater Adventure (Jun-Sept)
- One Wolf Ridge Daily Lift Pass (Mid Dec-Feb)
We also have many properties that offer “First Dog Free” for our furry travelers! Save money when traveling with Fido by staying with us.
We love local!
We are a LOCAL COMPANY that lives and breathes Asheville! We’ll help you find the best things to do in the area. Need a suggestion? No problem! We are all super excited about the area and love sharing our favorite spots with visitors.
We are LIVING WAGE CERTIFIED and we take care of our employees! Our team takes great pride in our services, and our guests love the extra attention they get.
We GIVE TO CHARITY in town, in the region, and across the globe! Ask about our Stay For Good charitable giving program. You’ll help others while having a great time when staying with Carolina Mornings.
The Next Step…
Simply give us a call or visit our website today! We hope to hear from you soon, and we look forward to hosting you!!!
Guiding is our passion. Sure we love catching fish on our days off, but sharing the experience is far more rewarding. We are guides and instructors who enjoy helping both beginners and advanced anglers alike. Being a professional guide requires a diverse set of skills, not just being able to put people on fish. A professional guide is patient under pressure, a teacher and coach to their clients, has excellent work ethic in all situations, has a keen sense of awareness and the ability to adapt to different learning styles, fishing styles and personalities. All AFFC guides are endorsed by multiple gear companies which allows us to provide you with the best gear available. We are dedicated to giving you the best service you have ever experienced, and to always enjoy as much river experience as possible while putting fish in the net. We are problem solvers who enjoy the connections and process just as much as the pull. We push each other to be innovative, aware of the fine details and to always anticipate the next move gracefully and with respect. Our first time out with you, we take note of the details that make a difference to you. From the moment we meet you onward, we go the extra miles so you are right where you want to be, fishing better and laughing louder.
Full service property is the perfect spot for leisure or business travel. Spacious guest rooms (360 sq ft) with luxury bedding to include pillow top mattress, 300 thread count linen, duvet, triple sheeting and a pillow menu. All rooms feature coffee maker, iron, board, hairdryer and refrigerator. Some indoor, atrium view balcony rooms and jacuzzi king bedded rooms (fee). Property host Asheville’s largest indoor heated pool with seasonal outdoor section, whirlpool and fitness room. Onsite restaurant serving breakfast and dinner overseen by our Executive Chef. Lounge open evenings with nightly food and beverage specials. Room service available. Gorgeous stone fireplace in five story lobby. Free high speed internet access, parking and weekday newspaper. Easy highway access at the crossroads of I-40 and I-26. Priority Rewards points available. Service is our strong suit. Packages and gift certificates available.
Seven cozy log cabins on the banks of the French Broad River across from the famous Biltmore Estate. ). Asheville River Cabins are only ten miles from exciting downtown Asheville and two miles from the North Carolina Arboretum and the Blue Ridge Parkway offering great hiking trails. Also, two miles you will find the beautiful Biltmore Park with its upscale stores, movies, and restaurants. On site enjoy fishing, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, and golf (golf clubs provided for practice of chip shots on a seven acre golf green beside the French Broad River). Asheville River Cabins offer a tranquil rejuvenating retreat back to nature truly a special place for a special time.
Located in the Montford Area Historic District of Asheville just a short walk to the heart of downtown Asheville, The Applewood Manor sits on a knoll surrounded by just over an acre of giant wild cherries, apple trees, oaks, pines, maples and a variety of flora. Our property is just 3 miles from the breathtaking Biltmore Estate, a short 10-minute drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway and an ideal gateway to all the area’s best routes for cycling and other outdoor adventures. During your stay with us, you’ll enjoy a highly curated boutique bed and breakfast experience starting with our incredible top-of-the-line Duxiana beds and linens. Elevate your visit by taking advantage of our cycling, culinary and business leadership programs and services. We also offer event hosting services including weddings, receptions, family reunions and all manner of business meetings.
Your closest resort to Asheville for winter time fun for all ages! The Wolf peaks at an elevation of 4700 feet and sits in the shadow of Big Bald Mountain. We offer 54 acres of skiable terrain, 100% snowmaking capability, 15 lighted runs with 1 double lift, 1 quad lift, and 2 surface lifts. Learn to ski or snowboard with our skilled and personable Snow Sports School instructors. Once you get your balance enjoy 4 easy trails to practice on and explore. Looking for a little more adventure? The Wolf has some of the most challenging terrain in the Southeast! Test yourself on one of our 2 black diamond runs. After a day of skiing or boarding relax in a rocking chair by a roaring fire with a cup of hot cocoa. Even better, stay with us in one of our townhomes on the mountain. Enjoy the best on-mountain rates while soaking in the scenery. Take some time out to play in the snow at our lift-assisted snowtubing location. Please visit our website for information on group specials and incentives such as complimentary lessons!
Travelers looking for an accommodation experience that provides the charm of a bed and breakfast with the privacy of a hotel need look no further than the Princess Anne Hotel in Asheville, NC. This historic Asheville inn promises to provide you with more than a place to lay your head. From our complimentary afternoon wine & hor d’oeuvres hour, to the made to order breakfast in the morning, you’ll see that we do things differently. Our friendly staff takes hospitality to the next level. The Princess Anne Hotel is a gem that might turn Asheville into an annual escape for you and your family.
A turn-of-the-century, completely renovated Victorian home featuring central heat and A/C, King and Queen beds, jetted tubs, luxury robes, fireplaces, Wi-Fi, personal telephones, cable TV/DVD/VCR- with a complete video/CD library from which to choose a perfect selection,flatscreens and luxury amenities. Back gardens provide guests the scenic beauty of waterfalls and Koi ponds surrounded by award-winning gardens showcasing flowers and evergreens of all kinds. Front and back porches as well as comfortable outdoor seating enhance guest enjoyment. Scrumptious gourmet breakfast served by soft candlelight offers a beautiful way to begin each day. Afternoon tea complete with fresh baked goodies. Special guest services include floral, chocolates. In-room Massage available with advance notice. Complimentary off street parking. Only a short walk to vibrant downtown Asheville- home to some of the best culinary experiences available anywhere, music provided by both street musicians or hip clubs and art in every medium conceivable fro
Join Brookside Guides’ experienced and professional guides for the fly fishing adventure of a lifetime in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.
Our WNC trout waters are filled with lively rainbows, browns and brook trout. Fish with our fly fishing guides from Pisgah National Forest to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Beginning anglers can sign up for a day or weekend of fly fishing instruction and guided fishing with our skilled, patient and fun guides.
More advanced anglers can choose from the over 4,000 miles of freestone mountain trout water located within easy reach of our home base in Asheville, NC. The Davidson River, one of the most exciting and challenging rivers in our area, is listed in Trout Unlimited’s “Top 100 Trout Streams.”
Western North Carolina’s temperate climate makes this a great destination for fly fishing 365 days a year. Spring and fall offer the best hatches while in winter months anglers often find they have rivers to themselves as they search for trophy trout.
No matter what the season, you’ll have your choice of fishing on wild trout waters filled with big, wary browns or hiking to streams in the beautiful Smoky Mountains that hold the prize catch, native Appalachian brook trout.
Choose a true wilderness adventure and experience an unforgettable overnight back packing/fly fishing trip! Combine fly fishing and camping for a fun-filled family vacation.
Be sure to check out the Brookside Guides’ Women’s Fly Fishing School.
If you have not tried our cupcakes or ice cream, we’re sure you’ve heard about them! Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery can be found in the beautiful shopping and entertainment center of Biltmore Park Town Square, located in South Asheville, one exit away from the Asheville Regional Airport! We are known as one of the best bakeries in Asheville. Specializing in CUPCAKES and making our ICE CREAM right in the store. You would be missing out by not giving us a visit. Don’t miss out… come visit us today! Call us anytime 828-676-2711 to place an order or to discuss our other service options.
Vacation cabin rentals in the Appalachian Mountains, conveniently nestled between historic Saluda, North Carolina and Asheville, North Carolina, just off I-26 on Hwy. 176.
Cabin Fever is the ultimate eco resort getaway with 7 charmingly rustic cabins on 15 acres that are perfect for a romantic weekend or family vacation to remember. 4 of our cabins are dog friendly. Friends, social clubs, corporate and church groups often rent the entire place!
Formed by Owner/Broker Katie Prendergast in 2015, the Firefly Realty team has established a reputation of excellence with a focus on creating clients for life by providing a top-level customer experience. Firefly’s nine full-time brokers take pride in professional, client-focused service to residential home buyers, sellers, and investors in Asheville, Hendersonville, and the surrounding communities. Four full-time operations team members provide support to our brokers and clients with unmatched attention to detail. Exceptional communication and follow-up are pillars of our team culture. Firefly received recognition for being among the top 10 teams in all of Asheville for 2019 through 2021 at the AVL Top 100 awards, and earned a Platinum Award for 2020 production from Keller Williams Professionals in Asheville.
The Closest Inn to the Biltmore Estate. Located three blocks from the Biltmore entrance, and situated on almost four acres. Only 1.2 miles to downtown and 1 mile to the River Arts District, our Asheville Bed and Breakfast truly does have the best location in town. Free with every stay comes Wi-Fi, free wine, 3 course breakfast, late check-out, and parking. Known for being a luxurious place that offers the most down to earth experience in Asheville. Leave the pretentiousness behind and stay with us and enjoy being yourself.
Welcome to the newly renovated Courtyard by Marriott Asheville hotel near Biltmore, downtown Asheville, Asheville Mall, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and over 40 restaurants within 4 blocks of the hotel. Just outside the city, you’ll find the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The North Carolina Arboretum, and Flat Rock Playhouse. Experience the great outdoors year-round, from whitewater rafting to snow skiing. Business travelers to the Courtyard Asheville hotel, will enjoy newly renovated rooms, free high speed Internet access, Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center, large in-room workstation and the media lounge. Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a Starbucks in the newly renovated Courtyard Bistro or grab a quick snack from The Market on the run. They care about your health on the road so feel free to take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center. Finally, after a day in the mountains, enjoy the indoor pool or just relax by the fire pit in our private wooded courtyard.
We have a large assortment of 1 to 5 bedroom cabins in Cherokee, Sylva, Nantahala and Bryson City. Our cabins are perfect for couples, families, groups, romantic getaways, or anyone looking to escape to the mountains for a vacation. All available cabin rentals are located close to many mountain attractions like: Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Fontana Lake, and the Nantahala River. Our guests get to experience the mountains in style and have the option of enjoying some of the most amazing views you will ever see from a hot tub! We also have cabins located on trout streams and rivers where avid fisherman can spend the day catching fish until their heart is content! We are your ultimate mountain destination guides, and can help you with any question you have about the area! We can help you find and book the perfect Bryson City Cabin Rental as well as various family activities and adventures.
The Albemarle Inn, located in the tranquil Grove Park District of Asheville, is a lovingly restored 1909 Greek Revival mansion which has been rated Four Diamonds by AAA. Our eleven rooms have unique, elegant & luxurious decor. Comfortable Canopy, Sleigh & Brass beds, with fine linens and sumptuous duvets ensure a relaxing night’s rest. The sweeping grand staircase, with ornate woodworking, leads to the upper floor guestrooms. Savor a 3-Course Breakfast at your private table on our light-filled sun porch, overlooking the gardens. In winter months, enjoy your breakfast by the warmth of the fireplace inside in our Dining Room. Our Inn offers the best of Asheville: Biltmore Estate, downtown eateries & nightlife, shopping, the Blue Ridge Parkway, National Parks and Forests, and outdoor sports all within your grasp. A mere ten mi
If you’re wondering what to do around Asheville, NC, look no further than Asheville Adventure Company to get the insider “local” experience. We are long time Asheville residents and we are passionate about showing people what we love about Asheville and the surrounding area.
For too long the guiding industry has been ruled by a collective of companies that build their business by charging crazy money to take customers to the most popular spots around. We want to change the game. We strive to offer the same level of service (or better!) as our most prolific competitors but opt instead to build meticulously planned trips that are as unique as the many visitors that flock to this area. We hope that every trip leaves customers with a sense of awe and wonder for this incredible area. We want to push our customers outside of the tech and stimulus heavy world that we live in to a place where they can explore and push their own boundaries as far as they feel comfortable. We hire only the best guides, and we refuse to offer a trip unless we think it’s awesome (as a group of adventure nuts we have a pretty high standards).
We currently offer a selection of day hiking trips, e bike trips, overnight backpacking trips, and paddling trips. We are also always open to crafting private trips. If you have a trip that you have been dreaming up but need some help getting it across the finish line then contact us and we will help you plan something amazing!
Asheville’s finest invites you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the “Land of the Sky” and our local attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets as seen on TNN by Pat Boone. We are open year-round, and offer large, level paved lots with full 30 and 50 amp hookups. We have 25 pull-through sites (25’×60’), big rig sites, and 65 back-in sites (25’×50’).
We provide showers, laundry, & a seasonal, heated pool. Easy access to I-40, I-240 and I-26. We have a Trailer Life Park Rating of 9.5, Restroom Rating of 10, and a Scenic Rating of 8.5. We provide complimentary Cable & Wi-Fi.
Annie’s Bakery is a wholesale bread bakery that crafts high quality artisan bread the old-world way. Our doughs are created with a long fermentation. This process takes 48-72 hours and breaks down the gluten proteins making Annie’s bread easier to digest. Our breads are free from preservatives and additives.
In addition, we use an array of nutritious ingredients such as stone-ground whole wheat and locally milled rye flours, ancient grains, blackstrap molasses, seeds (millet, flax, sesame, and sunflower), and rolled oats.
The end result is great tasting bread that is good for you!
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There are over 4,000 miles of trout water surrounding the Asheville area. At Asheville Drifters, LLC, we have access to the top trout fishing destinations in NE Tenn. and western NC.
Whether you want to experience a float fishing trip for big trout in our tailwaters, wade fish our spring creeks, or hike into one of our pristine backcountry streams we can make it happen. There are trout rivers here to suit anglers of ALL skill levels. Asheville Drifters, LLC offers trout fishing trips on the South Holston River, Tuckaseegee River and Watauga River.
Table Wine Asheville opened in August 2010, and quickly established itself as the premiere wine retailer in Asheville, North Carolina. We focus on “wines for the people” and our tagline is “artisanal wines at affordable prices.” Whether it be vin de table in France, vino da tavola in Italy, vina de mesa in Spain or just table wine in the U.S., every country has its own designation for honest, affordable and delicious wines that are consumed on a daily basis at the dinner table. Although we stock many premium wines, the average bottle price is about $15, and there are easily over 150 wines available for $15 or less. In total, we stock nearly 800 different wines so we’ve got something for every type of wine drinker.
With a history of serving guests for over a century, The Omni Grove Park Inn welcomes you with a tradition of Southern hospitality, modern conveniences and an unmatched setting amidst the beauty of Asheville. Complement your next North Carolina vacation with a trip to our resort’s unique subterranean spa and a round of championship golf on our Donald Ross-designed course.
Continue the fun at our outdoor pool, tennis courts and on-site shops. You can also attend spectacular events across our 55,000 square feet of meeting space. When it’s time to dine, enjoy the convenience of our four locally sourced restaurants with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop. Stylish rooms with stunning views and plush bedding serve as a rejuvenating retreat when it’s time for a sound night’s slumber.
Donald Ross originally designed this historic course in 1926, and it was overhauled in 2001 to keep the same feel and spirit. It has since earned nods from Conde Nast Traveler (Top 20 Southern U.S. Golf Resorts in 2011) and North Carolina Golf Panel (Top 100 Golf Courses in the State). This historic course has consistently been acknowledged as one of the Top Resort Golf Courses in North Carolina by Golfweek Magazine.
Our golf course is open year round excluding inclement weather. Booking a tee time is as easy as picking up the phone and calling (800) 438-5800 or use the link below. For tournaments and events, call the Golf Shop at (828) 252-2711, ext 1049 or email us at gpi.golfpro@omnihotels.com
Swing into a round of golf on the legendary 18-hole course at The Omni Grove Park Inn. The 6,400-yard championship course has been played by PGA stars Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus and even President Obama. Feel a sense of pride and accomplishment after navigating the tree-lined fairways and bent greens with amazing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Elevated tee boxes on the par-70 course provide perfect sight lines for each drive.
At Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack, we pay homage to “Nashville style” hot chicken and southern soul food. We prepare our unique fried chicken to order and it all starts as “Plain.” From there we can add the spice from mild to extra hot (lots of folk just love it without the spice).
We take pride in being one of Asheville’s locally owned, independent restaurants. We source quality and local ingredients for the classic American recipes that we make from scratch daily. Our birds are naturally raised for superior quality and flavor.
Tucked away amid towering pine trees adjacent to The Omni Grove Park Inn is one of Asheville’s hidden gems. Known today as Grovewood Village, this historic site once housed the weaving and woodworking operations of Biltmore Industries, an Arts and Crafts enterprise originally backed by Edith Vanderbilt. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the property is now home to Grovewood Gallery, working artist studios, a sculpture garden, Golden Fleece restaurant, the Biltmore Industries Homespun Museum, and Asheville’s only antique car museum.
Enjoy a leisurely visit here with a delectable meal at Golden Fleece and shopping at Grovewood Gallery, nationally recognized for its dedication to fine American-made art and craft. Free parking is available on-site.
It is hard to put into words the feeling of being in one of those great, neighborhood Italian restaurants we have all grown up with. The aromas of home-cooked Italian food, along with the rhythmic sounds of martinis being shaken to chilling perfection sets the tone for a night of fun and laughter. This combination of homemade cuisine and warm, friendly atmosphere makes you feel like part of the family. And it means you could only be at Vinnie’s.
We make amazing sweets.
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At Cedar Hill Farm we offer full board which includes feeding, clean stalls and daily turn out, (weather permitting). We live on the property very close to the barn. In addition, we offer limited boarding for horses traveling through or vacationing in the Asheville area.
Mark and Becky have studied the methods of Natural Horsemanship through clinics given by Ray Hunt and Tom Curtin. They have also studied Pat Parelli, and practice the method of Natural Horsemanship on their personal horses as well as the horses they board.
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Standing at Stud is Too Blue Hancock. He is registered and listed as an Eligible Sire for Breeding by the following associations: AQHA, NFQHA and ARHA. He is owned and managed by Darrel Fox, and is standing at Stud at Willow Creek Farm in Asheville, NC.
AmiciMusic is a chamber music organization founded by pianist Daniel Weiser and dedicated to performing the highest quality chamber music in intimate venues and non-traditional spaces. We are committed to breaking down barriers between performers and audiences by setting up a more relaxed and informal atmosphere at concerts and through informative talks about each composer’s life before each piece is played.
If you’re in the market for a log home in Asheville or a Black Mountain condo with gorgeous views, you’ve come to the right place.
GreyBeard Realty is a full-service, locally owned real estate agency with a depth of experience working with home buyers and sellers in North Carolina.
Our team is passionate about life in Western North Carolina and our expert real estate agents are here to help you discover what makes the Asheville area so special.
From donuts to wedding cakes Geraldine’s bakes all items in-house fresh daily. Fred starts with Big Ernie’s handwritten recipes.
These are tried and true delicious delights. Fred and Matt place the finishing touches on all of our cakes and pastries. RJ and WP, our experienced bread bakers, are busy supplying Asheville’s restaurants with buns and breads. And please welcome back to the baking scene in Asheville…. Aaron, former owner of Carolina Mountain Bakery and son-in-law of The Rolling Pin family (memories!) So enjoy the slideshow and visit Geraldine’s Bakery for ALL your sweet treat desires!
Set on three gently wooded acres, this beautiful mountain house is located only three miles from downtown Asheville. Secluded and quiet with beautiful views, the Crooked Oak Mountain house offers the perfect balance for those who wish to relax, renew and enjoy the splendor of the mountains.
The Crooked Oak Mountain House was built in 1969. We continue to celebrate it’s mid-century modern heritage as we updated and modernized the furnishings.
Come experience the all-new Hampton Inn and Suites Biltmore Area! Located at Exit #33 off of I-26 directly adjacent to the Asheville Outlets and just minutes from Biltmore and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our hotel features 114 modern guest room and studio suites. Get your day off to the right start with our daily complimentary hot breakfast and unwind each evening by our cozy outdoor fire pit or with a pint at our lobby craft beer and wine bar. Our indoor heated pool is the perfect spot for the kids to get out their energy after a day in the car! The complime
Our newly renovated hotel is conveniently located near the intersection of I-26, I-40 & I-240 which means you are only minutes from the Biltmore Estate and the vibrant, cultural center of Downtown Asheville. You are only 1 mile from guest favorite Discount Shoes, 1.5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina Arboretum and just 2 miles from the Western North Carolina Farmer’s Market. Biltmore Square Mall is across the street with an array of restaurants within walking distance (Oriental, Mexican, Greek/Italian, Seafood, American cuisine). Start your day with our “Be Our Guest” hot complimentary breakfast and plan your event filled day. We are only a short drive to WNC Agricultural Center, the Asheville Regional Airport, Harrah’s Casino, Cherokee Nation, Pisgah National Forest, Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure, Flat Rock Playhouse, Brevard Music Center and the Asheville River Arts District. Our standard rooms & 2-room suites (some with whirlpools) include 40 inch flat-screen TV’s with cable/HBO, fridge/microwave, iron/board, coffee maker, hair dryer, complimentary and reliable wireless Internet access throughout the hotel. Enjoy our fitness center with flat-screen TV and a seasonal outdoor heated pool. Complimentary fresh baked cookies & fruit available for guests every evening. USA Today newspaper is available Monday – Friday. Guests enjoy our “Read & Return Lending Library” and our lobby fireplace. We are 100% Non-Smoking and pet free. Be sure to read reviews for our hotel on http://www.tripadvisor.com and see what our guest say about their experience at our hotel.
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The Bamboo House is an Asheville Vacation Rental featuring Mountain Views from every room! You’ll enjoy luxury and privacy at the highest peak in Asheville at 3500 ft. This lovely home features contemporary design with beautiful bamboo floors. The Bamboo House is perfect for 2-4 guests on the main level but can sleep up to 6 adults with a total of 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Enjoy DIRECTV from all of our High Definition LED TV’s. Connect with family and friends while preparing meals in our well-appointed kitchen. Relax and take in the stunning panorama from the great room with 14 ft. vaulted bamboo ceilings. Located one mile from The Blue Ridge Parkway and just 10 minutes from downtown. The Bamboo House has the very best for your visit to Asheville, North Carolina.
The O-RIGINAL Motion Makers was founded by Norm and Dianne Harrell in 1986 when their son, Benji, was riding skateboards and BMX bikes. Norm was good at helping Benji’s friends with their wheeled fun and opened Motion Makers on Hwy 107 in Sylva, NC as a way to provide this sport to the Sylva market. Around 1993, they moved into a 1920’s building in the heart of downtown Sylva, which was just starting to revitalize from many years of vacant buildings.
In 1997, Dave and Sandy Molin purchased the store. They had moved down from Vermont to escape the winters. Dave, a practicing Pharmacist, worked at several pharmacies in the area until he noticed that Motion Makers was for sale. An avid cyclist, it looked like the perfect job to relax and enjoy his sport and get out of the corporate world of pharmacy.
In 2007, “Surly” Dave convinced Kent Cranford to consider buying the shop.
Kent started racing and working on bikes as a BMX kid in the late 70’s. Spurred on by his father’s love of riding and tinkering with bikes, he quickly learned the basics of flat changes and converting coaster brake hubs into freewheels and other BMX mods of the day.
At age 16, the local bike shop, Bicycle City, offered him some work during Christmas building bicycles, then during summers. While in college, he worked at Harper’s Schwinn in Knoxville, TN, then at Skedaddle Bicycles in Murfreesboro, TN.
After graduating from MTSU, Kent headed out to Colorado to visit his brother who was in school at CSU. While there, the call of the Rockies sent him job hunting where he found a job at Keystone ski resort for the rest of the winter. Near the end of the ski season, he took a job at the Knorr House in Breckenridge, CO assembling their fleet of rental bikes for that summer. Later that spring of 1991, a stop in Crested Butte, CO led to a two-year job at The Alpineer, one of the original Mountain Bike shops of the late 70’s.
An annual pilgrimage back East to the Tsali trails led Kent to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, where he took a job working in the “original” store and tasked with creating a real “Bike Shop” in NOC’s new outfitter’s store that was built in 1994. In 1995, he accepted a job with Litespeed Bicycles in Ooltewah, TN and worked as Marketing Director for two years. The job took him all over the US and Europe to attend shows and events helping to grow this small company. It was a dream job getting to rub elbows with all the cycling greats and seeing so many of the legendary cycling destinations.
The mountains of NC have a strong draw and in 1997, Kent came back to NOC to continue growing NOC’s biking program and interest in cycling in Western NC.
In 1999, Kent had tired of the tourism retail trade and decided to pursue his newest love in computers. After two years in that industry, with the “dot-com bust” looming, Kent saw a listing for the Territory Manager position with Specialized Bicycles covering the Southern Appalachian region, home of the greatest cycling anywhere and where he happened to live.
Over the next five years, Kent enjoyed his 1000-mile weeks on the road and spending half the weekends of the year at events representing Specialized. His 2005 marriage to Sarah and impending birth of their daughter, Beverly, in 2006, sent Kent into the booming real estate industry to stay home with his new family. This job allowed him to spend a lot of time in Sylva and Jackson County, re-kindling his belief in what a great cycling region WNC is. Little did he know that Dave asking him to come look at Motion Makers would save him from another Bust!
In 2009, the opportunity to open a second store 45 minutes away in the cycling mecca of Asheville, NC, could not be ignored. Kent had frequently asked his sales reps why there was only one large bicycle store in the booming town. One of those reps was Ben Hinker, who also wondered why someone hadn’t opened a big store in Asheville. He immediately signed on as Manager of the store as soon as he learned of Kent’s plan and was involved from the early stages of deciding where to put this new store. Another key person, Sara Jarrell, a Cullowhee native, had moved back home to WNC from California a couple of years earlier. She had quickly become a trusted source of knowledge at the Sylva store but had been making the commute from Asheville to Sylva to work. This gave her plenty of reason to help make this new store a place that people could trust with her skills as Service Manager.
Calling on the design expertise of the Specialized Retail Services team, the Motion Makers crew signed on to become an Elite Store with Specialized. This allowed for a quick opening in March of 2010 with a very clean and professional look that the team knew they wanted for Asheville while allowing it to remain a locally owned store, not just a factory footprint. The store is one of the largest in the region and has, we believe, the best selection of bikes and equipment so you can always find what you need.
100% non-smoking, all-suite property conveniently located adjacent to the new Asheville Outlets, nearby to all three of Asheville’s major roadways. Just 10 minutes to downtown Asheville. Discount Biltmore tickets sold here! The hotel offers a free, full hot “Your Morning Breakfast” buffet. High speed wireless Internet is complimentary throughout the property. Complimentary “Your Suite Success” business center with remote printing, outdoor, seasonal pool and fitness room on-site.
Asheville Bicycle Company is not just another “Bike Shop.” We offer the most progressive customer service and customer retention programs available. We strive to make your purchase not only the right purchase but to give you peace of mind that Asheville Bicycle Company is behind you all the way – from the day you make a purchase to the coming years that you enjoy that purchase.
Asheville Bicycle Company is a part of the Ski Country Sports family. Ski Country Sports began in 1990, specializing in ski equipment, clothing and inline skates. However, the shop quickly grew to also become one of the leading bike shops in the area with a full line of bicycles, including road, mountain, BMX and youth bikes. The shop also boasts one of the largest service centers in Asheville and the surrounding area. In 2015, the bike portion of the shop broke off into Asheville Bicycle Company, which remains the leading area dealer of Giant and Kona products.
Activewear retailer offering clothing, shoes & gear for cycling, running & triathlons.
Let us sweeten your day! Choose from up to ten delicious Bundt flavors made from the finest ingredients and crowned with our signature cream cheese frosting. To elevate your occasion, select from more than sixty unique handcrafted cake designs themed around holidays and celebrations throughout the year. They can be customized for any occasion, including birthdays, showers, weddings and graduations. For that extra touch, we carry a variety of retail items to enhance your celebration. Next time you need a one-stop shop for your upcoming gathering, bring the joy with Nothing Bundt Cakes!
At a La Cupcakes! we say, “It’s not just cake… It’s dessert!” because our cupcakes and cakes are part of a meal… or a birthday, an anniversary, a wedding,… any event.
We have 12 unique weekly flavors made fresh every day for your pick up order only. Check out the online ordering form for your cake and cupcake needs! Don’t see the flavor you want? Call us at 828-418-3169. Because a La Cupcakes is a local, privately owned bakery you can talk to one of our Lead Bakers.
Gluten sensitive? Can’t eat dairy? Won’t eat sugar? Vegan? No problem! We have selections every day—and for your special order—to meet your dietary preferences.
A Days Inn Chairman’s award-winning hotel. Asheville’s only interior corridor Days Inn, provides spacious accommodations. Providing a free deluxe continental breakfast with Belgian waffles and an outdoor heated swimming pool. Rooms include in-room safe, iron and ironing board, hairdryers, micro-fridges, and beautiful mountain views. Business center with Internet access and free wireless Internet also available.
Welcome to the Country Inn & Suites Asheville West. Our Biltmore-inspired hotel features French decor, a tranquil waterfall feature and a French gazebo overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hotel is conveniently located near Interstates 26 and 40, just minutes from beautiful Biltmore, one of Asheville’s most popular tourist attractions, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Square Mall and Asheville Regional Airport. Guests enjoy a 49″LCD TV, micro-fridge and coffee service in all rooms, complimentary full, hot breakfast, free wireless Internet access, business center, fitness center and an outdoor heated pool. Choose the brand new Country Inn & Suites and see why our ideal location and convenient amenities make us one of the best hotels in Asheville.
14 LUXURY Cottages within 10 MINUTES from downtown Asheville Our goal: Provide You With The Most Luxurious Vacation Rental Cabin Stay You Have Ever Experienced!
Anchored by its championship Donald Ross golf course and newly renovated clubhouse, our historic Blue Ridge Mountain country club is a beacon for active lifestyles in Asheville. Among the first hundred private clubs founded in America, the Country Club of Asheville was established in 1894 as Swannanoa Country Club. After several changes in location and name, the club attracted famed course architect Donald Ross to design the 6,638 yard par 71 professional track in 1928.
Full country club amenities include an Olympic – size swimming pool, brand-new fitness center, indoor and outdoor tennis facilities as well as children and teen rec rooms. Our attentive service is apparent in the fine cuisine our revered culinary team presents daily, not to mention their expertise in orchestrating special events.
Listed on the National Registry for Historic Places, The Reynolds Mansion was built in 1847 and is one of the few remaining pre Civil War homes. The mansion sits on a four acre site, with spectacular views, near the foot of Reynolds Mountain. The home boasts over 3,000 sq feet of porches and 12 fireplaces. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the Grand Dining Room or sip your morning coffee on the porch, either way you will enjoy the gracious living of the past with the comforts of today.
Seven cozy log cabins on the banks of the French Broad River across from the famous Biltmore Estate. ). Asheville River Cabins are only ten miles from exciting downtown Asheville and two miles from the North Carolina Arboretum and the Blue Ridge Parkway offering great hiking trails. Also, two miles you will find the beautiful Biltmore Park with its upscale stores, movies, and restaurants. On site enjoy fishing, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, and golf (golf clubs provided for practice of chip shots on a seven acre golf green beside the French Broad River). Asheville River Cabins offer a tranquil rejuvenating retreat back to nature truly a special place for a special time.
A clean, comfortable & affordable motel.
Full service property is the perfect spot for leisure or business travel. Spacious guest rooms (360 sq ft) with luxury bedding to include pillow top mattress, 300 thread count linen, duvet, triple sheeting and a pillow menu. All rooms feature coffee maker, iron, board, hairdryer and refrigerator. Some indoor, atrium view balcony rooms and jacuzzi king bedded rooms (fee). Property host Asheville’s largest indoor heated pool with seasonal outdoor section, whirlpool and fitness room. Onsite restaurant serving breakfast and dinner overseen by our Executive Chef. Lounge open evenings with nightly food and beverage specials. Room service available. Gorgeous stone fireplace in five story lobby. Free high speed internet access, parking and weekday newspaper. Easy highway access at the crossroads of I-40 and I-26. Priority Rewards points available. Service is our strong suit. Packages and gift certificates available.
I am a lifelong cyclist, enjoying the aspects of both road and mountain bike culture. My entire adult life has been in bicycle retail. Beginning my career in 1974, I began as a bicycle mechanic, moved on to manage a high end shop, then opened and operated my own pro shop for over 25 years. Throughout this period I never lost interest in the mechanical development of cycling: I very much enjoy building wheels, complete frame builds, and restoring both mountain and road bikes.
BikeWorks in Sylvania, Ohio was my life for the past 28 years. The shop expanded and changed with the times from a small retail space to a larger location that made space for custom bike and fit studio, establishing BikeWorks as northwest Ohio’s premier bike shop.
Through the decades, I was witness to the monumental advancements in cycling technology that have revolutionized bikes and the way people ride them: new frame materials, electronic shifters, disc brakes, and carbon fiber advancements to name a few.
Through these same decades, I was at the forefront of fit training and technology: FitKit, Pro Bike Fit, Trek School of Fitting, Paul Swift and since 2009, 3D Motion Capture by Retul. It is with the advancement of fit technology that my career has taken shape from a retail store owner to a custom bike and fit expert.
Having the knowledge, expertise and tools to connect a customer to a one of a kind custom bike has been the most satisfying aspect of my years in the bicycle world.
My collection of personal bikes ranges from restored vintage race bikes to cutting edge road and mountain bikes, custom road, mountain and randonneur bikes and tandems. My enthusiasm as a cyclist, collector and purveyor of fine cycling products has only grown over the years and continues to fuel my passion as a business owner. It is with great excitement that I bring my experience to Asheville, North Carolina as Tangent Cycles.
We are a small Family owned orchard and cidery nestled in the North Carolina Mountains . For many years we produced small amounts of specialty fruit wines, meads & ciders to share with our friends and family. The love , passion and enjoyment of creating masterpieces in the form of wines , ciders and Meads soon drove us to open up shop In 2018 we began the process of setting up a winery location in Woodfin , our orchard is in a dry county .
Retail chain carrying gear, apparel & footwear for a wide range of outdoor & fitness activities.
Brown Trout Fly Fishing LLC is The Only ORVIS Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service in Asheville, North Carolina. We Specialize in Guiding and Teaching Fly Fishing for Trout and Smallmouth Bass in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee.
If you have not tried our cupcakes or ice cream, we’re sure you’ve heard about them! Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery can be found in the beautiful shopping and entertainment center of Biltmore Park Town Square, located in South Asheville, one exit away from the Asheville Regional Airport! We are known as one of the best bakeries in Asheville. Specializing in CUPCAKES and making our ICE CREAM right in the store. You would be missing out by not giving us a visit. Don’t miss out… come visit us today! Call us anytime 828-676-2711 to place an order or to discuss our other service options.
Close to the Asheville Regional Airport, near I-26, is the Hilton Asheville, an environmentally friendly, LEED Silver certified hotel. Minutes from Biltmore, Hilton Asheville is located in the heart of Biltmore Park® Town Square, where dining, shopping and entertainment are just steps from the Hilton’s door. Inside the new 165-room Hilton are inviting, spacious executive suites, on-property signature restaurant Roux, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and Sensibilities Spa, a full service destination spa. Beyond the hotel’s focus on comfort, is its focus on sustainability. The Hilton Asheville is one of the first in the nation to utilize a large-scale solar water heating system. The hot-water system, which will eliminate sixty-tons of carbon dioxide yearly, is one of the many green measures the hotel is taking to promote a healthy environment, reduce energy costs and gain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.
The North Carolina Arboretum’s 434-acre campus is nestled off the Blue Ridge Parkway minutes from downtown Asheville and offers beautiful gardens and natural areas, including the Bonsai Exhibition Garden, 10 miles of forested hiking and biking trails, garden tours, nature activities for families, changing science, art and cultural history exhibits, an on-site bistro and gift shop.
Daytime admission into the Arboretum is free; however, a $16 parking fee applies for personal vehicles. To view full listing of parking fees and hours, click here.
Stay in the heart of the mountains that you came to see in this elegantly rustic lodge, only yards from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 10 miles from the center of downtown Asheville. Enjoy the mountain views, the crackling fireplace, the scrumptious breakfast, hiking trails and most of all the gracious hospitality. The lodge has 10 distinctively decorated guests rooms, all with individual heating and air conditioning, private baths, private entrances from the spacious decks, CD players, free wireless Internet and views of the surrounding mountains and forest. Rooms available with whirlpool tubs, king size beds and flat screen TVs.
Here at Sweet Elegance, located in beautiful Asheville, NC, we consider it a privilege to work hand in hand with you to make your special day as truly memorable and wonderful as possible. We accomplish this by joining your vision and our creative gifts to design and execute astonishing cake creations. Any event from an elegant wedding to a festive birthday celebration can be elevated to a higher level when one of our creations arrives to the party!
Art and Yoga Studio offering regular classes, open studio hours and workshops for both art and yoga. Yoga and Art share the unique ability to allow you to express yourself through movement of the body, stillness of the mind and liberation of the soul. After The Masters is a small boutique style studio with small classes so individual attention and care can be directed to your needs, goals, abilities and limitations.
Modern vacation rentals and historic and unique log cabins from the 1930s refurbished with all the modern conveniences. Pet friendly and fully furnished. Located only 5.5 miles north of the center of downtown Asheville. All cabins are fully equipped with linens, towels, coffee maker and refrigerator. All cabins with AC and flat screen TV’s.
We offer studio, one and two bedroom cottages and log cabins located just 6 miles from downtown Asheville, 8 miles from Biltmore Estate and 10 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Pines Cottages is a great place to stay while visiting the Asheville area because we offer more than just a hotel room. Our cottages and cabins have fully equipped separate kitchens and bathrooms. We are pet friendly and our 4-1/2 acres of grounds offer a place to walk your dog, sit next to a fire around our fire pit or cook out on one of our grills.
