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Stories from the Heart of Jackson County

Our 'Secret Season' Is Whispering to You

Jackson County, NC has a secret – one that’s well worth sharing. A visit to the area between winter and early spring offers benefits you won’t find any other time of the year. From lower lodging rates to clear mountain views to amazing dining and winter sports experiences, you’ll find it here…

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Festive Events in Western North Carolina

When the first twinkling lights appear and the mountain air turns crisp, there’s no better place to celebrate the season than Jackson County, North Carolina. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the towns of Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers transform into postcard-perfect destinations…

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Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Local in Jackson County

Skip the stress of crowded malls this season and discover gifts that tell a story – made, crafted or curated right here in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Jackson County’s small towns of Sylva, Dillsboro and Cashiers are filled with charming boutiques, artisan galleries and specialty shops…

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Best Views for Experiencing Fall in Jackson County

Best Views for Experiencing Fall Foliage in Jackson County, NC When autumn arrives in western North Carolina, Jackson County transforms into a canvas of colors. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, this region offers some of the best fall foliage in the country, making…

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Bucket List Vacation Rentals in Western North Carolina

Located an hour west of Asheville, the western North Carolina mountain towns of Cashiers and Sylva offer some of the best outdoor experiences and stays in the Blue Ridge Mountains. With peak fall foliage right around the corner, we’ve rounded up 10 of the most wishlisted Airbnb listings – straight…

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Unique Ways to View Fall Color in the Blue Ridge Mountains

As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, Western North Carolina transforms into a painter’s palette of golds, reds and oranges. For travelers seeking the perfect autumn getaway, Jackson County sits in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering some of the most breathtaking fall foliage…

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Get Hitched in the NC Mountains

If you’ve ever dreamed of exchanging vows beneath a canopy of trees with misty peaks rising in the distance and birdsong as your soundtrack, Jackson County, NC, might just be your perfect match. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this region lends breathtaking scenery and deep…

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8 Insider Tips to Autumn in the North Carolina Mountains

Listed as one of the “Top 10 Destinations for Fall Foliage,” by USA Today , the Western NC mountain towns of Jackson County are a must-visit for a seasonal getaway. According to WCU Biologist, Beverly Collins, “the mountains of Western North Carolina should produce a typically bright display of fall…

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