Welcome to a picturesque mountain town that will transport you back to simpler times. Located inside the expansive landscape of Hickory Nut Gorge and home to one of Western North Carolina’s most beautiful outdoor attractions, Chimney Rock Village is bursting with surprises just waiting to be…
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Been stuck indoors for way too long? We get it. When the only scenery you experience on a daily basis is the four walls of your home and maybe your backyard or city block, it tends to get uninspiring. Want a cure for the indoor blues? Take a mini-tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway! Well-known as one of…
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Sometimes everyone feels the need to get away, but the incessant pull of everyday life thwarts it. Let's face it. We all need that moment of validation when contemplating leaving the duties & stresses of day to day responsibilities behind. No worries. We're here to help! The month of March may host…
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Photo Credit @northgateresorts South Mountain Scenery By-Way Route Type: Driving This beautiful journey through the Golden Valley area of Rutherford County is a nature lover's treat for the eyes. Winding through low rolling foothills, rustic farmlands, and picturesque orchards; the South Mountain…
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With so many retail therapy options - Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills can be a consumers oasis! From specialty retailers to the general stores that have diverse items, you’ll not only find everything you need but view sweeping mountain landscapes that are gorgeous and serene along the way…
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One of the largest sporting events in the equestrian world is taking place just minutes away from the us here in Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills of Rutherford County, NC. The 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games are expected to draw nearly 500,000 people from more than 70 countries to the Tryon…
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Plan an escape from the daily grind, and retreat to a recreational destination where the alluring beauty pulls you in and the noise of the world turns to silence. Nestled deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina in the heart of the Hickory Nut Gorge lies Lake Lure, a majestic small…
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Forest City was originally known as Burnt Chimney in the late 1800’s. Today, the southern charm, bustling Main Street and iconic water fountain, draws visitors from near and far to experience a historic community thriving in modern times. The lively downtown features trendy boutiques, nostalgic…
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The Town of Spindale was once a hub of mills and factories in the 1900s, in fact, Spindale’s name was appropriately chosen for its well-known role in the textile industry. Today, history is preserved in the small-town charm and brick buildings that have stood strong for generations. It is known to…
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For centuries the Town of Rutherfordton has been attracting visitors both far and wide. Once home to Christopher Bechtler, the man who minted America’s first one-dollar gold coin, Rutherfordton is one of the oldest towns in western North Carolina known for its longstanding heritage and scenic…
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