There’s something so inspiring about the North Carolina Mountains. From the relaxing sound of the Tuckasegee River’s flow to the wind rustling through the trees – the NC Mountains provide a relaxing, safe haven from the city crowds and bustle of everyday life. Located only a few hour’s drive from…
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Let’s be honest, most of us want 2020 in the rearview mirror; we are mostly hoping to escape unscathed. This year has been difficult for many but finding some holiday cheer is exactly what is needed. Rather than wishing Christmas here already, slow down, and find a way to celebrate the season safely…
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This year has shown many of us what is truly important in life. We’ve had to push the pause button on many plans and to look inward to find contentment in the little things. As we approach the holidays, many traditions that we’ve shared with our loved ones may be different. Warm hugs from the…
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We’re all looking for an escape this year – from the endless online meetings, conference calls, classrooms at home, and the new normal. Sometimes it’s good to just get away from it all and hit the reset button and enjoy life at a slower, more relaxed pace. But where can you go that’s safe? Our…
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Do you feel it? The cool air is beginning to make its descent. The golden sunsets and long shadows are welcoming autumn to our mountains. If you haven’t broken out your flannels, sweaters, and blue jeans yet, the date to do so is swiftly approaching. September 22 brings more than just cooler air and…
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There’s something inspirational about sunrises and sunsets. The golden amber hues, ever-changing, and no two the same, connect us to nature and remind us to slow down, take in, and appreciate our surroundings. In the North Carolina Mountains of Jackson County, when the sun comes up or settles in for…
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On nice summer evenings when temperatures drop down with the sun, and the mountain breeze picks up, there is no better place to dine in Jackson County than in a beautiful outdoor setting. Whether you’re looking for a table for the whole family to try some delicious local fare, a romantic date night…
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Y’all, it’s hot outside! Summer is a delightful time of the year and although the temperatures may be peaking, there is a place not too far away where you can escape and beat the heat of summer. The North Carolina Mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro and Sylva not only offer a wide array…
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After months of being cooped up, many of us are ready to safely get out and explore again. With 494-square miles of awe-inspiring vistas, wide open spaces, multi-level trails and more, you’ll enjoy a plethora of natural socially distant activities in the NC Mountains. To give you a head start, we’ve…
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Imagine the warmth of a pleasant summer day atop a mountain peak all to yourself. As you sit there, taking in the cool light breeze, enjoying the crisp, clean, and cool mountain air, you hear the music birds chirping in the trees above. Now imagine, the peaceful rapids of the Tuckasegee river…
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