| Itineraries |
Let The Pines Cottages in Asheville be your home base as you experience
the extraordinary scenery and outstanding attractions in the mountains of
North Carolina. These itineraries are just a sampling of the diverse
activities that await you.
the extraordinary scenery and outstanding attractions in the mountains of
North Carolina. These itineraries are just a sampling of the diverse
activities that await you.
| About Town |
Pick up an Urban Trail map at the Visitors Center and take a walking tour. The
history of Asheville will come alive as you stroll past the most comprehensive
collection of early 20th century architecture in North Carolina. During your tour, you'll
discover the treasures of our gallery, boutique and antique districts. Next on the
tour is the Dixieland boarding house of Thomas Wolfe's novel, Look
Homeward.Angel. Dedicate the second half of the day to Pack Place. Gaze at
gems and minerals, interact with health science exhibits, take in the beauty of art
and look back into the city's history. Then cross the street to explore YMI, the
African-American cultural center. As night falls, treat yourself with an evening of
elegant dining from a large selection of restaurants and night spots.
history of Asheville will come alive as you stroll past the most comprehensive
collection of early 20th century architecture in North Carolina. During your tour, you'll
discover the treasures of our gallery, boutique and antique districts. Next on the
tour is the Dixieland boarding house of Thomas Wolfe's novel, Look
Homeward.Angel. Dedicate the second half of the day to Pack Place. Gaze at
gems and minerals, interact with health science exhibits, take in the beauty of art
and look back into the city's history. Then cross the street to explore YMI, the
African-American cultural center. As night falls, treat yourself with an evening of
elegant dining from a large selection of restaurants and night spots.
| Black Mountain |
It's just a short drive out I-40 East to reach the area's antique capitol. Your first stop in
Black Mountain should be the Visitors Center, where you'll discover all your options.
Colorful Cherry Street and the adjoining blocks are a shopper's paradise whether your
interest is crafts, antiques or furniture. In nearby Swannanoa, you'll find several
discount shopping opportunities. If you lean toward sports, you might want to try your
luck at the golf course, home of the longest par six in the US. And be sure to stay into
the night to enjoy one of Black Mountain's music clubs with their live performances.
Black Mountain should be the Visitors Center, where you'll discover all your options.
Colorful Cherry Street and the adjoining blocks are a shopper's paradise whether your
interest is crafts, antiques or furniture. In nearby Swannanoa, you'll find several
discount shopping opportunities. If you lean toward sports, you might want to try your
luck at the golf course, home of the longest par six in the US. And be sure to stay into
the night to enjoy one of Black Mountain's music clubs with their live performances.
| Explore a National Treasure |
Visit historic Biltmore House, four of the most fascinating acres at Biltmore Estate are all under
one roof. Americas largest home boasts 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, an indoor pool, bowling alley,
and priceless art and antiques. Visit the gardens, winery, historic stables and ponder what life was
like a hundred years ago.
one roof. Americas largest home boasts 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, an indoor pool, bowling alley,
and priceless art and antiques. Visit the gardens, winery, historic stables and ponder what life was
like a hundred years ago.
| Breathtaking Sites |
Surrounded by more than a million acres of national forests, Asheville is a natural for outdoor
adventure. Today, pack a picnic lunch and travel east on US 70 to the Blue Ridge Parkway. First
explore the craft exhibits at the Folk Art Center, then proceed north on the Parkway to Craggy
Gardens. Here you'll find nature trails, scenic landscapes, native rhododendron, and over 1,500
species of wildflowers. Drive on to Mount Mitchell (6,894 ft.), the highest peak in Eastern America
and hike to the tower on the summit. The higher elevations of Mt. Mitchell are above the tree line,
and it can get very cool, even in mid-summer, so bring a sweater or a light jacket. After lunch,
continue up the Parkway to Highway l -83 to view spectacular Linville Gorge and Linville Falls. Go
south on 221 to see Linville Caverns, or drive further north for a ride on the old Tweetsie steam
train near Blowing Rock, or to Grandfather Mountain and the mile-high swinging bridge. After
your day high in the mountains, you can return to Asheville by way of l9E through Burnsville.
adventure. Today, pack a picnic lunch and travel east on US 70 to the Blue Ridge Parkway. First
explore the craft exhibits at the Folk Art Center, then proceed north on the Parkway to Craggy
Gardens. Here you'll find nature trails, scenic landscapes, native rhododendron, and over 1,500
species of wildflowers. Drive on to Mount Mitchell (6,894 ft.), the highest peak in Eastern America
and hike to the tower on the summit. The higher elevations of Mt. Mitchell are above the tree line,
and it can get very cool, even in mid-summer, so bring a sweater or a light jacket. After lunch,
continue up the Parkway to Highway l -83 to view spectacular Linville Gorge and Linville Falls. Go
south on 221 to see Linville Caverns, or drive further north for a ride on the old Tweetsie steam
train near Blowing Rock, or to Grandfather Mountain and the mile-high swinging bridge. After
your day high in the mountains, you can return to Asheville by way of l9E through Burnsville.
| The Land of the Cherokee |
Today's adventure will take you to the vast Cherokee Reservation, home of
8,000 Eastern Cherokee, and the southern entrance to the Great Smoky
Mountains National Park. Take 1-40 West to US 19 through Lake Junaluska and
Maggie Valley . From here, take the Parkway over to Cherokee, where you can
view outstanding displays at the Pioneer Museum, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
and the Cherokee Indian Museum. If you feel energetic, we highly recommend
that you drive south on US 19 about 24 miles to try rafting on the Nantahala
River, where outfitters and guides are available. Or drive south on scenic US
441 about 14 miles to Dillsboro and board the Great Smoky Mountains Railway
for the Tuckasegee River excursion. Return to Cherokee for the famous outdoor
drama, Unto These Hills. which plays nightly except Sunday during the summer
months (mid-June-late August).
8,000 Eastern Cherokee, and the southern entrance to the Great Smoky
Mountains National Park. Take 1-40 West to US 19 through Lake Junaluska and
Maggie Valley . From here, take the Parkway over to Cherokee, where you can
view outstanding displays at the Pioneer Museum, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
and the Cherokee Indian Museum. If you feel energetic, we highly recommend
that you drive south on US 19 about 24 miles to try rafting on the Nantahala
River, where outfitters and guides are available. Or drive south on scenic US
441 about 14 miles to Dillsboro and board the Great Smoky Mountains Railway
for the Tuckasegee River excursion. Return to Cherokee for the famous outdoor
drama, Unto These Hills. which plays nightly except Sunday during the summer
months (mid-June-late August).
| High Adventure |
Today, leave town early and travel south on Highway 74 through lovely Hickory Nut
Gorge and along the Rocky Broad River. Stop at Chimney Rock Park where a 26-story
elevator ride through solid granite takes you to Inspiration Point for a 75-mile view.
Nearby Lake Lure offers fishing and water sports as well as a pontoon boat tour of the
lake. Drive southwest on US 64 through Hendersonville and out US 25 South to Flat
Rock. Tour Connemara, the 240-acre goat farm which was the home of Carl
Sandburg. See St. John in theWilderness Church (built 1834) and the Woodfield Inn
(built 1852). Enjoy an evening of theatre at the Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theater
of North Carolina.
Gorge and along the Rocky Broad River. Stop at Chimney Rock Park where a 26-story
elevator ride through solid granite takes you to Inspiration Point for a 75-mile view.
Nearby Lake Lure offers fishing and water sports as well as a pontoon boat tour of the
lake. Drive southwest on US 64 through Hendersonville and out US 25 South to Flat
Rock. Tour Connemara, the 240-acre goat farm which was the home of Carl
Sandburg. See St. John in theWilderness Church (built 1834) and the Woodfield Inn
(built 1852). Enjoy an evening of theatre at the Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theater
of North Carolina.
| Waterfall Country |
Bring along your camera today for a refreshing excursion through waterfall country. Take the
Blue Ridge Parkway south and stop at Mount Pisgah Inn for its panoramic views. Then take 276
South to tour the Cradle of Forestry Museum. Continue south to Sliding Rock, a 60-foot cascade
for limber slider-swimmers. Beautiful Looking Glass Falls is only a few miles further south on
US 276. Continue south from here and take a right going west on U S 64. Several waterfalls may
be found along this highway below Brevard, including Bird Rock Falls and then Lake Toxaway
and Toxaway Falls. About 7 miles past Toxaway is the left turn to the 411-ft. White water Falls,
highest in Eastern America. The 200-ft. Rainbow Falls is also on this road. Bridal Veil Falls is
further west on US 64 near Highlands. If you like, catch a concert in Brevard, at the famous
Brevard Music Center, or return to Asheville via US 64 and I-26, to kick up your heels to
bluegrass music.
Blue Ridge Parkway south and stop at Mount Pisgah Inn for its panoramic views. Then take 276
South to tour the Cradle of Forestry Museum. Continue south to Sliding Rock, a 60-foot cascade
for limber slider-swimmers. Beautiful Looking Glass Falls is only a few miles further south on
US 276. Continue south from here and take a right going west on U S 64. Several waterfalls may
be found along this highway below Brevard, including Bird Rock Falls and then Lake Toxaway
and Toxaway Falls. About 7 miles past Toxaway is the left turn to the 411-ft. White water Falls,
highest in Eastern America. The 200-ft. Rainbow Falls is also on this road. Bridal Veil Falls is
further west on US 64 near Highlands. If you like, catch a concert in Brevard, at the famous
Brevard Music Center, or return to Asheville via US 64 and I-26, to kick up your heels to
bluegrass music.
| Family Fun |
Asheville offers younger visitors a chance to learn about nature,
science and history and have fun at the same time. There are many
fascinating attractions you won't want your child to miss. Instead of a
water park, plan a visit to Sliding Rock, a natural 60-foot-long water
slide, or take a float trip down the French Broad River. Another thrill for
children is gem mining as they search for rubies and sapphires in the
buckets of soil. The Health Adventure, the Cherokee Indian Reservation
and the Nature Center all provise th etype of learning experiences that
draw families closer. Your children will be fascinated by the delightful
mountain toys as you browse our craft shops. Don't forget to visit North
Caroilnas orginal Family Theme Park, Tweetsie Railroad. Opened in
1957, experience a true wild west adventure with your family.Each
evening, as you return from the mountains to the city, you will find a
variety of restaurants that cater to children, plus amusements such as
The Fun Depot with go-carts, miniature golf, arcardes and bating cages.
science and history and have fun at the same time. There are many
fascinating attractions you won't want your child to miss. Instead of a
water park, plan a visit to Sliding Rock, a natural 60-foot-long water
slide, or take a float trip down the French Broad River. Another thrill for
children is gem mining as they search for rubies and sapphires in the
buckets of soil. The Health Adventure, the Cherokee Indian Reservation
and the Nature Center all provise th etype of learning experiences that
draw families closer. Your children will be fascinated by the delightful
mountain toys as you browse our craft shops. Don't forget to visit North
Caroilnas orginal Family Theme Park, Tweetsie Railroad. Opened in
1957, experience a true wild west adventure with your family.Each
evening, as you return from the mountains to the city, you will find a
variety of restaurants that cater to children, plus amusements such as
The Fun Depot with go-carts, miniature golf, arcardes and bating cages.
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