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Tweetsie Railroad
See photos and learn about the real Tweetsie . . .

Hickory Ridge Homestead
See photos and learn about the history of the Boone North Carolina area . . .

Horn in the West
See photos and learn about the history of Daniel Boone in the Boone North Carolina area . . .

Blue Ridge Parkway
See photos and learn about the Blue Ridge Parkway near Boone North Carolina . . .

Moses Cone Mansion
See photos and learn about the Moses Cone Mansion near Boone North Carolina . . .

Julian Price Park
See photos and learn about the Julian Price Park near Boone North Carolina . . .

Bass Lake
See photos and learn about Bass Lake near Boone North Carolina . . .

Fall Color in Boone
See photos of the beautiful Fall colors in Boone North Carolina . . .

Winter in Boone
See photos and learn about Winter in Boone North Carolina . . .

Appalachian State
Learn about Appalachian State University history and progress . . .

Downtown Boone
See photos and learn about businesses in downtown Boone . . .

Kraut Creek Festival
Kraut Creek is the nickname of Boone Creek as it flows through downtown Boone. Learn how it got its name and about the festival that celebrates its history ...

Appalachian State Football
Learn about this nationally-known football team ...

Farmers Market
Locally-grown produce and more ...

Ben Long Frescoes
See the works of North Carolina fresco artist Benjamin Long IV ...

Mast General Store
The Mast General Store in Valle Crucis and downtown Boone ...

Boone North Carolina Inns and Beds & Breakfasts     

The Baird House ca. 1790 - Valle Crucis

The Baird House Bed and Breakfast B&B in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North Carolina

The Baird house is one of the oldest remaining houses in Valle Crucis NC. It has wide planked walls, original floors, multiple fireplaces and antique furnishings.

Their 12 acre grounds include a rustic barn, a stone patio furnished with Adirondack chairs and a firepit and porches with rockers. Just across the street is the Watauga River where you can fish for trout or nap in a hammock under the cedars.

More Information:

  • Address: 1451 Watauga River Rd. Valle Crucis
  • Phone:1 (800) 297-1342; (828) 297-4055 (local)
  • Website: BairdHouse.com (see link below)
  • Description from website: "All accommodations at The Baird House provide a queen size bed with fluffy down comforter, private bath, cable TV w/ VCR and/or DVD, relaxing bathrobes, alarm clocks, hairdryers and well appointed period pieces."
The Baird House Bed and Breakfast B&B in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North Carolina

The Mast Farm Inn - Valle Crucis

Mast Farm Inn Restaurant and Lodging in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North Carolina

The new innkeepers (since 2006) of The Mast Farm Inn are sisters Sandra Deschamps Siano and Danielle Deschamps. Sandra & Danielle are of French-Italian-US heritage, were educated in Paris, Villars-sur-Ollon in Switzerland, London, Petionville, Manhattan and Miami, and speak 4 languages.

More Information:

  • Address: 2543 Broadstone Road
  • Phone: 1-888-963-5857 ; (828) 963-5857 (local)
  • Website: MastFarmInn.com (see link below)
  • Description from website: 7 guest rooms in the lodge plus 7 cabins
  • Restaurant: "Simplicity"
    3 nights a Week for Dinner; Thurs. Fri. Sat. Seating from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    Sunday Lunch Seating from 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Open any night by prior arrangement for Private Parties
Mast Farm Inn Restaurant and Lodging in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North Carolina

Lazy Bear Lodge - Vilas

Lazy Bear Lodge B&B in Vilas NC near Boone North Carolina

The Lazy Bear Lodge is the newest of these Inns. The lodge is just 2 years old and offers 5 guest rooms, each with private baths. Lazy Bear offers beautiful views, breakfast, a Spa and a Saturday evening dinner is available if reserved in advance.

The lodge is located near Valle Crucis yet also has easy access to nearby Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock.

More Information:

  • Address: 315 Lazy Bear Trail Vilas, NC
  • Phone: (828) 773-4289
  • Website: Lazy-Bear-Lodge.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 5 private guest rooms plus breakfast

Taylor House Inn - Valle Crucis

Inn at Taylor House in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North CarolinaTaylor House Inn: Tessa & Bernard Russo Innkeepers

The Taylor House Inn has been in business for over 15 years. It offers 2 suites, 5 guest rooms and 2 small cottages. The suites and guest rooms include down comforters, hand made quilts, private baths and great views.

The Inn is within easy driving distance to Ski slopes, Grandfather Mountain and Boone NC.

More Information:

  • Address:4584 Hwy 194 South
  • Phone:(800) 963-5581
  • Website: TaylorHouseInn.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: Two suites, five guest rooms in the main house and two small cottage rooms on the grounds.
Inn at Taylor House in Valle Crucis NC near Boone North Carolina

Lovill House Inn - Downtown Boone

Lovill House Inn Bed and Breakfast in downtown Boone North Carolina

According to their website (see link below): "Each of our six and large and airy guest rooms has its own in room full private bath , as well as cable television, VCR, telephone, High Speed Internet Wireless (WiFi) access, ceiling fan and window fan (seasonal), and fireplaces in room or access to one in the common areas. All rooms have individually controlled heat. Air conditioning, although generally not needed is available in the Spring House Cottage. "

More Information:

  • Address: 404 Old Bristol Road
  • Phone:(828) 264-1000
  • Website: HighCountryInn.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 6 guest rooms.
    Ice Cream & Drinks 8am - 4:00pm

Crippens Inn - Blowing Rock

Crippens Inn in Blowing Rock North Carolina

A great benefit to this inn is the on-site Crippens restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Blowing Rock.
According to their website (see link below): "In addition to our friendly service and hospitality our rooms have 1935 original antique, cast iron, claw footed soaking tubs which keep your water hot throughout your entire bath time. All rooms have restored hardwood floors, serta "inn shape" mattresses, wireless fast access internet. Breakfast is served from 8:45 until 10:30 and consists of oven baked quiche and muffins, frosted cinnamon-raisin biscuits, hard boiled eggs, toasted english muffins, fresh orange juice, apple juice, whole milk and kona blend coffee. Afternoon Wine and Cheese is served in the parlors from 5pm to 6pm."

More Information:

  • Address: 239 Sunset Dr. - Blowing Rock
  • Phone:(828) 295-3487
  • Website: Crippens.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 8 guest rooms. Breakfast, complimentary wine and cheese and other snacks. Great restaurant on site.
Ridgeway Inn in Blowing Rock North Carolina

Ridgeway Inn - Blowing Rock

According to their website, the Ridgeway Inn was the first inn to open in Blowing Rock. It is very conveniently located next to the Bob Timberlake Gallery and across the street from the Speckled Trout Restaurant Their suites offer several amenities including 30" flat screen TVs and large bathrooms..

More Information:

  • Address: 131 Yonahlossee Rd. - Blowing Rock
  • Phone:(828) 295-7321
  • Website: TheVillageInnsofBlowingRock.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 2 suites and 2 cottages. Fully renovated. Very convenient location.
Inn at Ragged Gardens in Blowing Rock North Carolina

Inn at Ragged Gardens - Blowing Rock

According to their website (see link below): "Surrounded by an acre of formal and "Ragged Gardens", this early 1900's manor offers an enchanting hideaway in the heart of the historic village of Blowing Rock, North Carolina. "

"Intimate and traditional, the Inn today, with eleven rooms and suites, is immersed in the spirit of the summer cottages of Blowing Rock. This historic Country Inn features The Best Cellar Restaurant, which has earned a reputation for fine food and elegance in its' 30 years of existence. "

More Information:

  • Address: 203 Sunset Dr. - Blowing Rock
  • Phone:(877) 972-4433
  • Website: Ragged_Gardens.com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 11 Rooms and Suites. Popular restaurant The Best Cellar is on site.
Hemlock Inn in Blowing Rock North Carolina

Hemlock Inn - Blowing Rock

According to their website (see link below): "In 1874, William Morris bought the Amos Greene property and turned it into Blowing Rock’s first true boarding house. Mr. Morris was well known for his cooking. The Morris house attracted many notable people. At this time, the Morris House charged 50 cents a day for room and board or $15 a month. In 1929 the Morris House was purchased from the Morris family and, today, is known as the Hemlock Inn. Today, the original inn has been refurbished and additional rooms have been added. These historic rooms offer a rustic, mountain setting with hardwood floors and antique decor. In 1999, a new building was added to the Hemlock Inn and decorated with modern furnishings for those with the more modern tastes. These rooms have vaulted ceilings, are carpeted and are very spacious. "

More Information:

  • Address: 134 Morris St. - Blowing Rock
  • Phone: (828) 295-7987
  • Website: HemlockInn.net (see link below)
  • Accommodations: Rooms in a variety of sizes. Conveniently located in downtown Blowing Rock. All suites are available with fully equipped kitchens. Non-smoking, non-allergenic rooms are available as well as laundry services. All rooms feature private baths, cable TV with remotes, air conditioning, phone services, microwave ovens, and refrigerators. No pets.
Homestead Inn in Blowing Rock North Carolina

Homestead Inn - Blowing Rock

According to their website (see link below): "Our inn and efficiencies sit right in the middle of all this Appalachian beauty, being a minute walk from Main Street and yet private with easy parking. Our rooms and efficiencies are immaculate. They are large, well-furnished with matching bedspreads and colorful towels, carpeted, and very comfortable, including cable TV. "

More Information:

  • Address: 153 Morris St. - Blowing Rock
  • Phone: (828) 295-9559
  • Website: Homestead-Inn .com (see link below)
  • Accommodations: 11 Rooms and Suites. Popular restaurant The Best Cellar is on site.

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