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The Original
Mast General Store
The Mast General Store Candy Shop |
Mast General Store
Located in Valle Crucis and Boone. Established in 1883, the Mast General Store is listed on the Natural Register of Historic Places. For over 125 years, Mast has been outfitting Appalachians with mercantile goods, comfortable clothing, rugged footwear and quality outdoor gear. Charles Kuralt wrote about Mast Store in his book, Charles Kuralt’s America. The original store, which still operates a local post office, features such staples as stoneground cornmeal, strapping workboots and real maple syrup. The Annex in Valle Crucis and the Boone location also feature casual clothing by Woolrich, Royal Robbins, Columbia and a variety of other dependable brands. The Candy Barrel, which features a huge variety of “retro” candies has locations in the Boone store, the Valle Crucis store and on Main Street in Blowing Rock.
Open Year Round. 828-963-6511 |
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The Linn Cove Viaduct
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The Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is “America’s Favorite Drive.” Running for 469 miles linking Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, the magnificent mountain vistas seem endless. The speed limit on the Parkway averages 45 mph (a little less in some places). While staying at Chetola, it’s just a short drive to the Linn Cove Viaduct that was completed in 1987 after being under construction for 52 years. The viaduct, built at an elevation of 4100 feet, is considered an engineering marvel and was often referred to as Parkway’s “missing link.” The Parkway closes during adverse weather conditions such as snow, ice and fog. There is no snow removal on the parkway, so it would be wise to use your best judgment before venturing out for a drive. The Parkway’s information line has an update of road closures and conditions.
Blue Ridge Parkway Information Line: 828-298-0398
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Grandfather Mountain's
Mile High Swinging Bridge
Black Bears at Grandfather Mountain |
Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain, the highest peak in the Blue Ridge, is the only private park in the world designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve. Located about 14 miles from Chetola via the Blue Ridge Parkway, the price of an admission ticket entitles visitors to experience all attractions within the park including the Mile High Swinging Bridge, (5,305 feet elevation), environmental habitats for black bears, river otters, cougars, eagles and bear cubs, the nature museum, more than 12 miles of maintained hiking trails, and an indoor theatre featuring nature movies filmed within the environs of Grandfather Mountain. The highest peak at Grandfather Mountain is 5,964 feet. Several events take place at Grandfather including the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games in July, Singing on the Mountain all day gospel sing along (late June), and the professional and amateur camera clinic (late August).
Admission
Adults 13 and over - $14
Children 4-12 - $6.00
Children under 4 – Free
Open Daily (weather permitting) except major holidays
800-468-7325 |
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Tweetsie Railroad
Ghost Train at Tweetsie Railroad
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Tweetsie Railroad
All Aboard! Get ready for a Wild West Theme Park Adventure at Tweetsie Railroad, just a short ride from Chetola. Visit an authentic western town where you'll meet cowboys, cowgirls and even some outlaws. Enjoy mountain dancing with the famous Tweetsie Cloggers, take in a rowdy 1800's Saloon Show or take a whirl on the country fair rides. Take your turn in the Shooter's Arcade or ride the chairlift to Miner's Mountain. And don't forget the main attraction.... taking a ride on historic steam locomotive No. 12, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Seasonal events include A Day out With Thomas, Bob the Builder, Jump! The Ultimate Dog Show, Riders in the Sky, and Ghost Train.
Tickets: $29.00 Adults 13 and up
$21.00 Children 3-12
Special Events: Please call for prices: 800-526-5740
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The Bob Timberlake Gallery
in Blowing Rock
Bob Timberlake |
The Bob Timberlake Gallery
Welcome to the world of Bob Timberlake. Comfortable, casual and just a touch of elegance, Bob Timberlake captures your sense of style. From fine art productions, finely crafted furniture inspired by 18th century artisans, decorative accessories and home furnishings to apparel, rugs and signed prints, everything that bears the Bob Timberlake name reflects all the comforts of home. Guests staying in the Bob Timberlake Inn can inquire about room or Inn furnishings at either the Blowing Rock Gallery or the Lexington Gallery. All Chetola guests receive a value certificate to both gallery locations. Bob Timberlake catalogs are available in all guest rooms at Chetola Resort. Feel free to take these catalogs home.
Bob Timberlake Gallery Blowing Rock – 828-295-4855
Bob Timberlake Gallery Lexington – 800-244-0095
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The Hayes Performing Arts Center
The Blowing Rock Stage Company
The Mariam and Robert Hayes Performing Arts Center opened to the public in September, 2006. This beautiful facility provides entertainment for the community in the form of musical performances, visual art displays, classic film, children’s theatre workshops and professional theatre. The Hayes Center is also the home of The Blowing Rock Stage Company which has provided first class theatre performances in the Blowing Rock community since 1986. The 2008 schedule for the Blowing Rock Stage Company includes You're a Good Man Charlie Brown, The Immigrant, Peter Pan, The Tempest and Lies and Legends: The Musical Stories of Harry Chapin. Tickets to performances at the Hayes Performing Arts Center are included with accommodations in Chetola’s “Celebrate the Arts” Package. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.hayescenter.org.
828-295-9627
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Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway
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Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway
Located just a few steps from Chetola, Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway is an upscale outlet center with over 30 brand name stores. Stores include Banana Republic Factory Store, Liz Claiborne, Nine West, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nautica, OshKosh, Gap and the Coach Factory Store. The Parkway Café is open daily and Kilwins serves up its famous homemade fudge, ice cream and confections.
Open Year Round
Directly accessible to Chetola Resort
800-720-6728 |
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The Moses Cone Manor House
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Moses Cone Manor on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Located directly off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock is the Moses Cone Manor, the former country home of prosperous textile magnate, conservationist and philanthropist of the Gilded Age, Moses Cone. The estate home, also known as Flat Top Manor, is a 13,000 square foot mansion with 20 rooms built in 1901. The Manor is now the home of the Parkway Craft Center, one of five shops of the Southern Highland Craft Guild which features handmade crafts by regional artists. The 3500 acre estate features 25 miles of carriage trails for walking, hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Chetola has direct access to one of the most popular trails, The Maze. The estate also features a family cemetery, carriage, farm, and an apple barn.
Open Daily March 15-November 30
Admission is Free
Milepost 294 on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Parkway Craft Center
Flat Top Manor at Cone Park
667 Service Road
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
828-295-7938 |
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Foscoe Fishing and Outfitters
Orvis Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide Service
Chetola Resort is the only Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge in North Carolina. Foscoe Fishing Company is the only Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service in North Carolina’s High Country. Foscoe Fishing is located in Banner Elk (about 30 minutes from Chetola) and offers half and full day wade trips, TN Tailwater Float Trips, and guided fly fishing trips for small mouth in North Carolina and Tennessee. Foscoe also conducts Orvis Fly Fishing schools. Learn casting techniques, knots, choosing gear and tackle, stream entemolgy, fly selection, how to read water, and landing and releasing fish. Two day Fly Fishing schools are offered as part of Chetola’s Fly Fishing packages. Schools include instruction, gear and lunch.
Open Year Round
828-963-6556 |
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Linville Falls
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Linville Falls
Located right off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 316.3, Linville Falls is operated by the National Park Service. Two main trails lead to the lower and upper falls. Erwins View Trail is a moderate walk of 1.6 miles round trip from the Linville Falls Visitor’s Center and offers hikers four different overlooks. At the end of Erwins View Trail , hikers can enjoy a panoramic view of Linville Gorge and a distant view of the upper and lower falls. Linville Falls is open year round from dawn to dusk. No admission fee. |
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Linville Caverns
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Linville Caverns
The caverns were discovered in the 1800’s by men intrigued by fish swimming out of the mountain. That mystery is still alive today. Slowly moving ground water created this maze of underground labyrinths. The water carved out an unusual series of rooms and passages. The caverns opened to visitors in 1939. Throughout time there have been many legends and fascinating events surrounding this geologic wonder and you will be fascinated as you learn about them. The caverns are open daily from March through November. During the winter months the caverns are open on week-ends.
Admission
Adults $6.00
Children 5-12 $4.00
Located about 35 miles from Chetola on Hwy 221, Linville
800-419-0540 |
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The Jones House in Boone, NC
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The Jones House and The Watauga Arts Council
The Jones House is home to the Watauga Arts Council which provides artisans a place to display their talents. The Jones House also serves as a repository for historical artifacts from the early days of Watauga County. Many events are held here including the popular Concert on the Lawn Series. Taking place throughout the summer and into the early fall, a wide variety of talented musical artists perform here. Other events include a July 4th celebration, Easter Eggstravaganza!, and Christmas season celebration. The Senior Gallery, the Open Door Gallery and the Mazie Jones Gallery all feature an excellent variety of local artists' works.
Admission – Free
604 West King Street (Downtown Boone)
Phone: 828.262.4576 |
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Appalachian Ski Mountain
Located just five minutes from Chetola Resort, Appalachian Ski Mountain is the ideal winter getaway for skiers of all ages and abilities. The French Swiss Ski College at Appalachian has taught ski instruction to more than a million people. It is the Southeast’s oldest and most well known school teaching both skiing and snowboarding. The mountain has a 46,000 square foot Base Lodge plus a nursery and two terrain parks. The terrain parks were voted the #1 parks in the southeast by a skisoutheast.com visitor's poll. Guests will love the Appalachian Ice Skating Arena featuring an outdoor refrigerated ice floor. Appalachian Ski Mountain is open from Thanksgiving week-end through March (always check before going). Ski and Stay Packages at Chetola are offered through Appalachian Ski Mountain’s website and toll free number.
800-322-2373 |
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