Activities within 10 minutes or less: Biltmore House, North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville Airport, Biltmore Square Mall, Blue Ridge Parkway, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Biking, Fun Depot, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Horseback Riding, Restaurants, Live Theater, Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Swimming, Boating, Sailing, Rafting
Activities within 1-2 hours: Downhill Skiing, Harrah's Cherokee Casino
Frommer's is one of the best-known and most trusted names in travel reviewing and writing. They described Asheville as one of the cities, with international destinations such as Tokyo and Zurich, as their 'picks of the places not to be missed in 2007.' (November 2006) Reader's Choice Awards: Asheville took first place in the best mountain destination category. The Blue Ridge Parkway also ranked first in the scenic drive category. (February 2006) AmericanStyle Magazine: Ranked Asheville second in the small cities and towns category (population under 100,000) in the ninth annual “Top 25 Arts Destinations” reader’s poll. (June 2006) Southern Accents: Asheville was ranked first in the favorite mountain getaway and third in the favorite golf and spa destination in the Southern Accents Reader Travel Awards. (May/June 2006)
All the activities of Asheville and the Biltmore Estate are only ten minutes away. Restaurants and shopping, including the Biltmore Square Mall, are only two minutes away. So Close, Yet So Far Away, our little getaway is perfect for newlyweds or the small family on a budget. Come see why Asheville was recently rated the #8 best place to live in the US.
Other Activities:
Biltmore House, North Carolina Arboretum, Blue Ridge Parkway, Rock Climbing, Fun Depot