 HOT
MINERAL WATER OUTDOOR JACUZZS
Hourly leisure soaks in private outdoor
hot tubs located in the Historical Town of
Hot Springs, NC. These modern individual
tubs, with full covering and surrounding
decks, are nestled in wooded areas between
two rivers. They maintain even temperatures
of 100 to 104 degrees from the constant flow
of hot mineral water steaming up from deep
below the earth’s surface and directly piped
into each tub. Relaxing in the curative
spring water, surrounded by nature and the
soothing sound of the nearby rivers, creates
a harmonic and peaceful experience for both
body and mind. Open
year round (storms and winter weather
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 THERAPEUTIC
SWEDISH BODY MASSAGES
Choose the length of time you desire:
30-minutes (or) 60-minutes (or) 90-minutes
Session. This is an excellent choice to
follow a relaxing Hot Mineral Water Spa
Soak. The warm mineral water makes the body
muscles more receptive to Massage Therapy.
Guests also have a choice of massage
locations: “In-Cabin” Massages are performed
by the female therapist shown in this photo
(considered one of the very best in her
field). Guests are discreetly draped during
their session (as shown) putting both male
and female at ease in the privacy of your
own cabin. This choice allows the maximum
effect of your massage to linger
(availability of this
therapist’s service depends solely upon her
schedule and winter weather permitting).
An alternative location for massages is on
the same property as the hot mineral water
spas, with sessions scheduled 15-minutes
after tub soak. They offer both male and
female therapists who are well trained and
very professional (this option available
year round).
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 HORSEBACK
RIDING TRIP
Enjoy excitement from the back of
well-trained horses as you view the beauty
of nature winding through open grassy
meadows, mountain wooded areas and streams.
Choose a 1-hour ride (or) 2-hour ride (or)
3-hour ride. Guests are encouraged to bring
along snacks or a complete Trail Lunch which
is conveniently packed in your saddlebag.
The longer 3-hour ride includes a visit to a
200-year-old, abandoned garnet mine. This
private owned “Long Pine” Mine is listed on
the National Registry of Historical Mines.
Here you can dismount and give yourself and
your horse a rest while you eat lunch and
indulge in an opportunity to explore the
mine and creek bed. Don’t be surprised if
your exploration yields up relic stones of
days gone by…you can keep what you find!
CLICK HERE for website!.
Open year round
(winter weather permitting). |
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 THE
BILTMORE ESTATE & WINERY TOUR
Spend the day touring America’s
largest, private owned home, a
250-room French chateau built by
George Vanderbilt in the late
1800’s. Explore acres of landscaped
gardens and grounds created by the
same designer of New York’s Central
Park. For over 100 years the
Vanderbilt family has carefully
preserved a legacy for generations
to enjoy. Top off your day with a
self-guided tour of the nation’s
most visited winery, followed by a
complimentary tasting of Biltmore’s
award-winning wines. Both tours
included in your day estate
admission.
Open year round. |
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 CHIMNEY
ROCK PARK
An activity for Hiking enthusiasts
of all ages. This mountain adventure
is famous for its awesome view of
1,200 vertical feet down and along
Hickory Nut Gorge to Lake Lure. A
day here is the natural fulfillment
of your trip to the mountains. There
are several points of interest
encompassed in these 1,000 acres of
natural wonder as you hike separate
scenic trails ~ one to the very top
of Hickory Nut Falls ~ another to
the misty pool below the falls
formed by plunging water dropping
404 feet from above. Begin your
adventure in the Tunnel leading to
elevators taking you up 26-stories
inside the mountain. Exit the
elevators and proceed through the
Sky Lounge Gift Shop and Snack Bar,
and then walk out to the most
photographed spot in the whole park
known as “The Chimney”. Continue
along the cliff trails passing
Devil’s Head, the Needle’s Eye, and
on to the breathtaking, originating
point of the fall’s cascading waters
(one of the highest in eastern
America). This hiking trip
definitely requires comfortable
shoes and layered clothing.
Open year
round (winter weather
permitting). |
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 TRAIN
RIDE ON THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN
RAILROAD
Get a feeling of “going back in
time” on an authentic Diesel pulled
passenger train. From the comfort of
nostalgic coaches travel through the
scenic mountains and colorful
countryside of Western North
Carolina on the same route as the
original Murphy Branch Railway Line
established in 1891. A truly
spectacular route with 53 miles of
track, 2 tunnels, and 25 bridges.
Select a day excursion ranging from
4 to 4 ˝ hours departing from the
station of your choice: either the
route from the Historic Town of
Dillsboro to Bryson City, NC (or)
the route from the Historical Town
of Bryson City to the Nantahala
Gorge. Lunch provided by the
railroad can be pre-ordered (at
guest’s expense) with a 24-hour
notice before departure. Other food
options: bring your own snacks and
lunch on board with you, purchase
lunch from the train’s concession
car, or from an eatery at your “turn
around” point during your layover.
PLEASE
NOTE: Additional Trip Options
and Seasonal Events: such as
the “Gourmet” Dinner Train
(adults only), the Friday Night
“Mystery Theatre” Dinner Train
(adults only), the “Santa
Express” Train, or a Special
“New Year’s Eve” Gala Excursion.
These options have special
cancellation notice requirements and
dress code enforcement. Call for
information, dates, and rates of
these options.
Open year round (winter
weather permitting). |
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 WHITE
WATER RAFTING TRIP
Choose from two scenic river runs: a
2-3 hour, 4-mile, Class 1-3 rapids
trip (or) a 5-7 hour, 9-mile, Class
1-5 rapids trip (with lunch
furnished). Experience a day’s
adventure on the rapids of the
beautiful French Broad River (one of
the oldest rivers in the world and
one of the only two rivers in
America unique for its northerly
flow). View spectacular scenes of
Pisgah National Forest‘s wide
variety of wildlife and foliage made
available from the river’s advantage
point. Enjoy state-of-the-art boats
and equipment with an experienced
guide on every trip CLICK HERE
for website.
Seasonal activity (from end
of March through October). |
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 HOT
AIR BALLOON RIDE
Nothing can compare to the
thrill of this "Over the
Mountaintop" experience. Imagine…it
is a little after dawn as you start
to rise above the landscape from the
base of Pisgah Mountain, near the
site depicted in the hit move "Cold
Mountain". The sun begins to peak
over the mountains allowing you to
feel it’s warm brilliant rays upon
your face as the cool mountain air
widens your eyes to the moment. Your
colorful carriage takes you parallel
to the ridgelines of the surrounding
terrain, flying heights from tree
level to 7,000 feet. You are in the
air approximately 1-hour but you
will remember it for a lifetime. Be
sure to bring your camera to record
this thrilling adventure. The cost
of this activity may be a little
more than most but all our guests
who have experienced it say it was
definitely worth it. Seasonal
activity. |
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 LLAMA
TREK HIKING
Enjoy guided day hikes (with full lunch included) along trails in the Great
Smoky Mountains without having to carry your own backpack. The Llama’s century
old ability as a beast of burden and their surefootedness on mountain trails
make them an excellent pack animal and trail companion. Your trip concludes with
a short hike on the Appalachian Trail while your guide, with Llamas in tow,
awaits your arrival further down the mountain slopes. A great adventure for
young and old alike. Open year round (winter weather and advance reservations
permitting). |
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 CALM
WATER FLOAT TRIP
Gently float down Section X of
the French Broad River in a raft or
an inflatable “duckie” kayak (with
or without a guide). This 2-3 hour
trip takes you into the calmer
waters of the river with an input
point near the bridge in Hot
Springs, NC. This area of the river
produces easy Class 1-2 rapids
rendering novices a great
introduction to river rafting. Enjoy
this scenic drift at your own
leisure. Minimum age is 4-years
old…absolutely no exceptions. CLICK HERE
for website.
Seasonal activity (from May
through September).
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ADDITIONAL AREA ACTIVITIES GUESTS
MIGHT ENJOY WHILE STAYING WITH US
THAT CANNOT BE INCLUDED IN OUR
PACKAGES
Golfing • Rainbow Trout Fishing •
Mountain Biking • Guided Fly Fishing
• Canoeing • Lake Lure Boat Tours •
Gem Mining • Asheville Nature Center
• “Return of the Elk” to Great Smoky
Mountain National Park
COME ~ LET US
SHOW YOU A SLOWER PACE IN LIFE !! |
