Be sure to visit this Asheville NC location before May 8, 2016 when the exhibit moves to its next location. NC Arboretum inside the Baker Exhibit Center.
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NC Arboretum Wild Survival Exhibit – This traveling exhibit shows success stories of the return of North American wolves & American peregrine falcons, close to extinction due to shrinking habitats & environmental changes. Wild Survival uses specimens, objects, and interactives to showcase the biology, behavior and near demise of North American wolves and peregrine falcons. Kids can crawl in a wolf den to see where wolves sleep. Be sure to visit this Asheville NC location before May 8, 2016 when the exhibit moves to its next location. NC Arboretum inside the Baker Exhibit Center. 828-665-2492 http://www.ncarboretum.org/ See CATEGORIES on right of page for more EVENTS SAINT JOHN IN THE WILDERNESS, Flat Rock, NC is a beautiful, peaceful, sacred site on 23 acres listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1833, it is the oldest Episcopal Church. See their website for the fascinating history & current church activities. Also of historic significance is the church grounds graveyard of early important families in our young nation. Located just outside Hendersonville: 1905 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC (828) 693-9783 www.stjohnflatrock.episcopalwnc.org See CATEGORIES on right of this page for more Places to Explore Asheville By Foot Tours - What better way to experience a town than taking an easy walk with a knowledgeable expert! Discover Asheville’s unique downtown or Biltmore Village (original cottages housed Biltmore Estate workers & is now is home to charming shops) or Montford District’s historic homes. With these tours discover the town’s culture, rich history and amazing architecture. Each guest is given a listening device so you won’t miss a word! Tour is dog friendly. Book your tour on line or walk-ups can call/text: 828-407-0435 http://ashevillebyfoottours.com/ See CATEGORIES on right of page for more Places to Explore *Biltmore Estate in Asheville NC presents “Fashionable Romance: Wedding Gowns in Film” exhibit.* See 40+ elaborate award-winning movie costumes spanning centuries of wedding fashion & design. This display will be in the Grand Rooms of the Home as well as in Antler Hill Village. Now (Valentines weekend!) through July 4, 2016. Discounted tickets available to Asheville Vacation Home guests.
See CATEGORIES on Right of Page for More Places to Explore *Biltmore Estate Orchid Talks* Learn the care & history of orchid cultivation. Hear the story of Biltmore’s Heritage Collection and see different types of orchids displayed in the Conservatory’s Orchid Room. Collection consists of 600 plants many of the same variety purchased by George Vanderbilt in the 1890’s! Now through March 18 Monday – Friday at 11 am Complimentary to guests who already have estate admission. Discounted-two day tickets available to guests of www.AshevilleVacationHomes.com Space is limited to 15 people. Reservations are required & guests may only reserve this the morning of their visit by inquiring at a Guest Service Station on the estate. Guests meet just inside the center front doors of the Conservatory (facing the Butterfly and Walled Gardens) See CATEGORIES on right of page for More Places to Explore and Events *Henderson County Heritage Museum* is located in the historic Courthouse in downtown Hendersonville’s Main Street shopping district. History buffs will love wandering through all the many exhibits preserving this area’s culture and history. Of particular interest is the new Civil War display of 150+ year old flags, uniforms, rifles and more. Be sure to drop by when you are exploring all the delightful shops, galleries and restaurants on Main Street.
Admission is FREE 1 Historic Courthouse, Hendersonville, NC 28792 Hours: Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm. 828-694-1619 www.hendersoncountymuseum.com See CATEGORIES on the right of this page for more Places to Explore See how craft beer is made with behind the scenes tours…and then taste it! With 23 craft beers on tap, new specialty beers exclusive to their fabulous restaurant favored by “foodies,” you’ll be in heaven! Opened in March 2015 on 200 acres along the French Broad River in Mills River just outside of Asheville, the grounds are beautiful to explore. Visit year round! During the summer enjoy free outside live rhythm & blues music with a beer and tasty food; it’s the place to be!
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 11 AM-9 PM, Friday 10 AM-10 PM, Saturday 11 AM-10 PM and Sunday 12-9 PM TOURS: Reservation required LOCATION: 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 PHONE: (828) 681-5300 www.sierranevada.com ASHEVILLE WNC NATURE CENTER is a Native Wildlife Natural Habitat that is a fun, educational adventure for kids of all ages! There are over 60 species of animals including cougars, bobcats, wolves, foxes, bears, deer, raccoons, snakes, snapping turtles, otters, birds, fish and other many others native to our Appalachian mountain region. It’s beautiful to wander the hilly terrain nature paths to see all the animals in their spacious natural habitat enclosures (not cages!). There is a delightful petting zoo at the farm educational center for the kids as well. Go often to see the ever changing seasonal special exhibits.
Open 7 days a week year-round, except for major holidays, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Prices: Adults - $10.95 (Asheville City Residents - $7.95) Seniors (65 & over) - $9.95 (Asheville City Residents - $6.95) Youth (3-15) - $6.95 (Asheville City Residents - $5.95) 2 and younger free (No one under 16 is allowed on the grounds without an accompanying adult) Location: 75 Gashes Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28805 (828) 298-5600 WNC Nature Center’s Website: www.wildwnc.org/ See CATEGORIES on Right for more Outdoor Adventures and KIDS! Things to do Experience gem prospecting at Elijah Mountain Gem Mine! Family fun panning for gems prominently found in the mountains of North Carolina….rubies, emeralds, sapphires, quartz crystals, citrine, amethyst, garnets and more! It’s located only 5 minutes from downtown Hendersonville and 30 minutes from Asheville. The flumes are covered to provide protection from the rain or hot sun. Choose the size bucket and type of gems you wish to mine for….prices range from $10 for 1 gallon of dirt all the way up to $140 for a family size “whopper” size….not just ordinary dirt, but dirt that holds the promise of gems! Their website claims that valuable gems are found every day. Visit the 3000 SF antique and collectable shop. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy eating by the creek.
Website: www.elijahmountain.com Location: 2120 Brevard Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739 Hours: 10 AM to 5 PM Everyday Phone: 828-693-3123 Carl Sandburg Home & Working Farm in Flat Rock, NC Now a national historic site, this is where Pulitzer Prize winner Carl Sandburg (1878 – 1967), American poet, author, lecturer, spent the final 22 years of his life. Today you are free to hike the trails in this beautiful 246 acre working farm. Visit the barn where Mrs. Sandburg raised her prize winning goats. For a small fee, you can tour his home “Connemara” built in 1838 (plan on spending several hours at the home). Open every day 9 AM – 5 PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. Location: 1928 Little River Road near Hendersonville in the village of Flat Rock, North Carolina. http://www.nps.gov/carl/index.htm Experience the Spas at Hot Springs, NC
Take a ride just 40 miles north of Asheville NC to beautiful Hot Springs NC where you can soak in naturally hot geothermal-heated mineral waters in the clean mountain air. Signs of Native American presence date back nearly 5,000 years. Many have believed the springs have healing powers and it has been a destination resort for spiritual retreat and healing since the 1700’s. Today you can enjoy outdoor modern Jacuzzi style hot tubs situated along the banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River. Open year round. Located near the Appalachian Trail, you may see “through-hikers” in town as this is the first stop in civilization from the beginning of the trail in Georgia. It’s fun to ask their trail name and listen to their adventures. http://hotspringsnc.org/play/relaxation/hot-mineral-springs/ Historic Hendersonville's downtown Main Street's old-world charm creates a wonderful place to shop, eat and relax. The restoration of 3 original Coca-Cola signs on the Main Street buildings adds to the by-gone era feel we still enjoy today. A definite "must visit" to experience 10 blocks of unique shops, galleries, antiques, and fabulous restaurants!
World Famous Biltmore House Does Christmas In Style
Experience the grandeur of Christmas at “America’s Largest Home.” This exquisite Vanderbilt Mansion is the number one Asheville attraction for all my vacation home guests! Christmas is especially remarkable with countless trees, 1000’s of ornaments and miles of lighted garland throughout this 250 room mansion. Tours are available daytime as well as the special Candlelight Tours during evening hours (now through January 10, 2016). My guests are welcome to purchase discounted tickets for the house and grounds tours. Lots to do here including the Conservatory, Antler Hill Village, fabulous restaurants, winery tour including wine tastings and acres of beautiful grounds. |
AuthorStephanie Joy Johnson, owner and hostess for Asheville Vacation Homes! I love sharing what I know about this amazing place in the Blue Ridge Mountains where I live! CATEGORIES
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