Wilson Creek Visitor information Center, near Creekside cabins in Grandfather Mountain area
Stop here for questions about the area.  Some shopping and memorablia. Our guests from Vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC enjoy finding out about the Wilson Creek Gorge history.
CLICK HERE for the Wilson Creek visitor center info web site

 Boone and Blowing Rock cabin rentals in NC enjoy hiking the Harper Creek Falls Trail
Plan your hikes in the area, Harper's Creek Falls is rated to be one of the best waterfalls in the area, smaller falls that are easy hikes are on the trail behind Brown Mountain Lodge or on the trail at the back of Mortimer campground. North Carolina Cabins that are pet friendly like taking there dog on a hike up to the Harper Creek Falls.
Harper Creek Falls Youtube video link

 Creekside cabins guests enjoy having Trout fishing that are close to the Brown Mountain Lodge
Fly and trout fishing waters near cabins in NC make the Brown Mountain Lodge a family favorite destination. The lower Wilson creek Gorge is stocked with trout during Trout season, the Lost Cove Creek and Gragg Prong have unbelieveable Native Rainbow and Brook trout. CLICK PHOTO to enlarge view
Catch and Keep and Delayed Harvest Trout fishing YOUTUBE Link

 Creekside Cabins rental guests love the "bath tub" swimming hole near the Brown Mountain Lodge
Take a swim in the refreshing Wilson Creek and it'll revitalize you!  CLICK PICTURE to enlarge view
Head Cam YOUTUBE video of the River WOW!

 Tweetsie Railroad near vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
The premier Wild Wild West adventure every kid will always remember! 50 min ride from the Brown Mountain Lodge.
Tweetsie Railroad YOU TUBE VIDEO LINK

 Horse back riding near Blowing Rock Cabin Rentals and the Brown Mountain Lodge
Brown Mountain Lodge has trails and a barn but for horses make a short drive to Leatherwood Trail rides for the best riding. Great places to take a lesson or trail ride in the Mountains:

Leatherwood is the best! For Trail riding info call 336-973-5044 or email stables@goleatherwood.com

Equestrian Preserve 1500 Laurel Lane Blowing Rock NC 28605 828-295-4700

New River Ranch 180-5 Gleneagles Dr. Boone, NC 28607 828-264-6782

Dutch Creek Trails 3287 NC Hwy 194 South, Sugar Grove NC 28679  828-297-7117

Chadi Farm 4635 NC Hwy 194 Valle Crucis NC 28691
828-963-5399

Leatherwood Trail Riding WEBSITE LINK

 For a Scenic locale Grandfather Mountain Cabin rental guests stay at the Brown Mountain Lodge
For the best Grandfather Mountain Cabin rental in North Carolina stay at the Brown Mountain Lodge. Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge mountain range and the only private park in the world designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve. Marvel at 360-degree views of mountain ridge after mountain ridge retreating to the horizon and discover sanctuary for the human spirit.
Grandfather Mountain YOUTUBE LINK

 NC cabin rentals enjoy viewing the Grandfather Mountain Cabins web cam!
See Grandfather Mountain now!  After a fun day at Grandfather Mountain head back to the best Cabins in North Carolina, the Brown Mountnain Lodge.
Grandfather WEB CAM LINK

 Blowing Rock Cabin rentals like the Brown Mountain Lodge are pet friendly cabin rentals
Blowing Rock is a favorite destination of ours visit [Art in the Park and many weekend events] to see as well as a great shopping and restuarant destination.
The Blowing Rock WEBSITE LINK

 Drive the Blue Ridge Pkwy for memorable excursion from your Boone and Blowing Rock cabin rental
Directions in the Brown Mountain Lodge take you right up to the Blue Ridge Parkway between the Linville Falls entrance and the Linn Cove Viaduct and Grandfather Mountain.  A great day excursion! Make the Grandfather Mountain trip a part of your next North Carolina Mountain Vacation from the Brown Mountain Lodge.
Blue Ridge Parkway WEBSITE LINK

 WEB CAM View from Canyons Restaurant deck
LIVE WEB CAM LINK HERE

 NC Mountain Sightseeing and Photography locales from cabin rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
After photographing the Wilson Creek Gorge Wild and Scenic river or Table Rock State Park, ride up to the Blue Ridge Parkway for more breathtaking views and scenery. Directions are included in the Brown Mountain Lodge cabins in North Carolina.
Blueridge Parkway Scenic drive info WEBSITE LINK

 Biltmore House Asheville, NC is a guest favorite of Boone and Blowing Rock cabin rentals
The Biltmore Estate is the largest mansion in America built by the late George Vanderbilt.  I've seen it 6-7 times and am amazed every time I return.  It's about one hour drive from cabins in North Carolina and the Brown Mountain Lodge.  Plan a day trip to Asheville and see this magnificent home and gardens.  It's about an hour and ten minute ride from the BML.
Biltmore Estate Christmas YOUTUBE link

 Enjoy Great Smokey Mtn Train Rides when visiting cabin rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
Take a Train ride through the great Smokies.  Year round rides.  This trip is about 1.5 hour trip from the Brown Mountain Lodge and Blowing Rock Cabin rentals.
Great Smokey Mountain Train Ride WEBSITE LINK

 Brown Mountain Lights mystify Cabin rental guests, see YOU TUBE LINK below
The Brown Mountain Lights are one of the most famous of North Carolina legends. They have been reported a dozen times in newspaper stories. They have been investigated at least twice by the U.S. Geological Survey.  And they have attracted the attention of numerous scientists and historians since the German engineer, Gerard Will de Brahm, recorded the mysterious lights in the North Carolina mountains in 1771. Thirteen terrifying tales has a story by the owners about a sighting of the Brown Mountain Lights for Blowing rock Cabin rental guests.

Locations to view the Brown Mountian Lights:

Brown Mountain Overlook Located 20 miles north of Morganton, on NC highway 181, 1 mile south of the Barkhouse Picnic Area.

Wiseman's View Overlook Located 5 miles south of the village of Linville Falls on Kistler Memorial Highway a.k.a Old NC 105 or State Road 1238.

Lost Cove Cliffs Overlook Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, at mile-post 310, 2 miles north of the NC highway 181 junction.
Brown Mountain Lights YOUTUBE VIDEO LINK

 Chimney Rock Park another fun trip for pet friendly vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
Take a day trip and check out the Biltmore Estates and then swing by the Chimney Rock park.  It's a rock monolith that's views will take your breath away.  Chimney Rock is another Boone and Blowing Rock cabin rental guest favorite.
Chimney Rock park WEB CAM LINK

 ATV park near Brown Mountain Lodge and vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock
Open April 1 - Jan 1.  For info call Grandfather Ranger district office at 828-652-2144. We have one of the very few mountain vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC that have an ATV park nearby.

Park designed for motorized off road vehicle and mountain biking.  Maps and info included in the link below.
Brown Mountain ATV Park YOUTUBE TRAIL LINK

 Wahoo's Adventures Whitewater excursions guest fav for Creekside Cozy Cabin and Brown Mountain Lodge
Adventure Tour company booking Rafting, Kayaking, Caving, Mountain Biking and Hiking trips. Cabins in Boone NC and the Brown Mountain Lodge love the white water sport and Wilson Creek Gorge.
Wahoo's Adventures Wilson's Creek Funyak Experience YOUTUBE Video link

 High Mountain Expeditions excursions from the vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
Adventure Tour company booking Rafting, Kayaking, Caving, Mountain Biking and Hiking trips. Book your adventure before ariving at the Brown Mountain Lodge for North Carolina Cabins that are pet friendly.
High Mountain Expeditions Web site CLICK HERE

 Harper Creek Fly Fishing Company
Brown Mountain Lodge and Creekside Cozy Cabin Vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC recomended fishing guide.  email Bill for your next successful fishing trip in our area.

Bill Bernhardt

1627 Draco Rd.

Lenoir, NC. 28645

email: doctrout@nc-flyfishing.com


Harper Creek Fly Fishing Co. WEB SITE LINK

 Zip Line Park rides in Boone! Boone Cabin rental guests enjoy the "fly like a bird" park
A fun trip from the Brown Mountain Lodge and North Carolina Mountain Vacation. This is the newest fun sport in the mountains! Monie McCoury has built a Zip line park with OSHA standards and has an Experience Based Learning system to allow you to enjoy a low impact, high thrill factor (up to 60 mph)that will be a highlight of your trip. Visit his web site for details rates and scheduling info. www.screamtimezipline.com 828-898-5404
Zip line's YOU TUBE Video site CLICK HERE

 Silver Creek, Brown Mountain Lodge and Boone cabin rental guests favorite Mtn golfing destination
The Silver Creek Golf Course is a championship design by Tom Jackson, one of today's leading golf architects.  The location is near Morganton not far from the Brown Mountain Lodge and Cabins in North Carolina. The par 72, 18-hole layout occupies 170 of the community's 553 acres and has five sets of tees to accommodate and challenge golfers of all skill levels. It includes Bermuda  fairways, immaculate bent grass greens, a sophisticated irrigation system and concrete cart paths. Breathtaking views of mountains, ponds and streams enhance the golfing experience.
828-584-6905


Silver Creek Plantation Website LINK HERE

 Cedar Rock CC Golf Club
Cedar Rock Country Club opened it’s doors in 1965. A group of local businessmen envisioned the Club and the Village of Cedar Rock with a focus on Hibriten Mountain as a centerpiece. The group then commissioned Ellis Maples to design the 7,153 yard Championship masterpiece with it’s lush carpeted Bermuda tees and fairways and beautifully manicured Bent grass greens. The result is the “SHOWCASE OF THE FOOTHILLS”!

Cedar Rock will challenge your game. It will also reward your senses with the natural beauty of its lakes, streams and mountain scenery.
Cedar Rock Country Club WEB SITE LINK

 Mount Mitchell Golf Club 4.5 star rated
2010  4 1/2 Star Rated
Golf Digest "Places to Play"


The Mount Mitchell Golf Club offers a variety of challenges to the visiting golfer. The course is a four and one half star rating by Golf Digest's "Places to Play." North Carolina Magazine ranked Mount Mitchell in the top ten public courses in the state. It features bent grass from tee to green, is virtually flat, has a pristine river flowing through it and awesome views on every shot. Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, one hour from Asheville, Mount Mitchell Golf Club remains a favorite golfers' haven



Mt Mitchell Golf Club WEB SITE LINK

 The Coves at Round Mountain Golf Course, a vacation home community near the Brown Mountain Lodge
The entrance to this new premier golf and equestrian community is about 30 minute drive from Brown Mountain Lodge and North Carolina Cabins that are pet friendly.

1875 Beaver Helton Way
Lenoir, NC 28645


6110 yds from the blue tees and 5554 from the white tees. Fantastic rates $25 during the week and $22 for Sr's weekend rate is $29 and $25 for Sr's, about 30 min ride from the Lodge. Super bent grass greens.
828-754-1992 clubhouse
email: thecovesgolf@charterinternet.com
The Coves at Round Mountain CLICK HERE

 Boone Golf Club web cam, Boone Cabin rental info
Check out the web cam and details on the Boone Golf club web site. One hour drive from the Brown Mountain Lodge North Carolina Mountain Vacation destination
866-532-4653
Boone Golf club WEB CAM LINK

 Betsey's Country Store, is 1/4th mile from the Brown Mountain Lodge and cabins in North Carolina
The real ole time store for North Carolina Cabins that like a pet friendly vacation home like the Brown Mountain Lodge. Snack's, Drinks, Candy, Ice, Trail Maps, Tube Rental,camping and Tee Pee Rental, Trout Pond and provisions.  Proprietor Bruce Gray. Phone number and info on the Conveinence store list and in the lodge.

 Trout pond at Betsey's Ole Country Store is enjoyed by Creekside Cozy Cabin and Brown Mountain Lodge
Easy way to catch dinner and still have time to do some sightseeing, hiking and fun stuff.  Most vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC don't have a trout pond right down the road from the house.

 Linville Falls State Park
Visit the Linville Falls recreation area for a picnic and hiking excursion day
Linville Falls YOU TUBE LINK

 Linville Caverns is a guest favorite for Blowing Rock Cabin Rentals
Guided tours leave every 10 - 15 minutes & the tour lasts 30 - 40 minutes. Brown Mountain Lodge has excursion maps in the Lodge for directions to the cool destinations like Linville Caverns.
Caverns temperature remains a constant 52 degrees.
Linville Caverns is mainly wheelchair accessible. 

Linville Caverns is located at 19929 US 221 North, Marion, NC  28752, just 4 miles south of the Blue Ridge Parkway.


Telephone:  800-419-0540

Linville Caverns WEB SITE LINK

 Cabins in Boone enjoy the Rock Hound at Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
North Carolina Mountain Vacation enthusiast enjoy rock hounding. At Foggy Mountain Gem Mine, we strive to deliver the BEST in colored stones from around the world! Located in North Carolina's High Country, in the beautiful town of Boone, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine has been offering a unique and memorable experience to all who visit for over 15 years.  Pet friendly cabin guests in Boone and Blowing Rock enjoy a trip to Boone to do a little rock hounding.
Here at Foggy Mountain Gem Mine, we do all the hard work for you! All you do is purchase a bucket of our finest quality mine-run rough and sift through it in one of our flume lines. There is no admission fee, you pay just the price of your bucket. Also, bigger buckets have bigger stones as well as having more material.

Foggy Mountain Gem Mine WEB SITE LINK

 Hiddenite Gem Mine Inc
Hiddnite Gem a real mine WEB SITE LINK

 Fly Shop convenience for Vacation Rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
No need to look any further to plan the best fishing trip in the Mountains! Cabins in North Carolina like the Brown Mountain Lodge like the advantage of having a guided trout fishing trip.

Welcome to Table Rock Angler Fly Shop and Guide Service
The shop is located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina. Little known to people from outside the state, Western North Carolina has over 2,000 miles of public water for your trout fishing pleasure, most found in areas noted for natural beauty. There are approximately 1,000 miles of "hatchery supported" or stocked streams, 1,000 miles of "Wild" or native water, and 35 miles of "Delayed Harvest" water in which fly fishers can polish catch and release skills on stocked trout for 6 months of the year and keep fish for the remainder. Additionally, there are around 2,000 miles of trout waters that are on private lands. Within nine miles of the shop one can find native brook trout. Native brown and rainbow trout are closer than that. We at Table Rock Angler promote catch and release fishing in order to preserve the resource for all to enjoy.  

Table Rock Angler WEB SITE LINK

 Sugar Mountain Ski resort near Brown Mountain Lodge and Creekside Cozy Cabin
The longest runs in North Carolina, Sugar Mountain is one of our favorites, only about a 60 minute ride to the slopes.  
Sugar Mountain Live WEB CAM LINK

 Appalachian Ski Resort
Ski App.  Right outside the town of Blowing Rock.
2.5 million invested this year in upgrades and lift
Ticket info 800-322-2373
Address: Appalachian Ski Mtn.
         940 Ski Mountain Rd
         Blowing Rock, NC 28605
App Ski Mountain Resort WEB SITE LINK

 Ski Beech near Boone and Blowing Rock Cabin rentals Creekside Cozy Cabin and Brown Mountain Lodge
Another great ski destination just 20 min up the road from Sugar Mountain. Turn by turn directions from the Brown Mountain Lodge are in the home.  Vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC are the best NC skiing accomodations.
Ski Beech live WEB CAM LINK

 Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing
Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing park has become another winter favorite of Brown Mountain Lodge and Creekside Cozy Cabin guests
Jonas Ridge Tubing YOU TUBE VIDEO

 Wilson Creek gorge parking for guests of vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC
Public parking with walkways down to the Gorge make it nice to see the wild and scenic river.  Great for sunbathing, swimming,kayaking, photography, hiking and fishing.  Great for viewing the kayaker favorite spots: Razorback, 10 foot Falls, Boatbreaker, Thunderhole and Stairstep. Most vacation Rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC don't offer a river like Wilson Creek Gorge just down the road from the mountain vacation rental.

 Pet friendly creekway and park is minutes from Blowing Rock Cabin rentals like Brown Mountain Lodge
25 minutes to the park for Tennis courts, basketball, full playing field and paved trails around the park.  Located on Adako road before you enter the Brown Mountain Beach road.  Extra sport courts and facilities for your next North Carolina Mountain Vacation.

 Walkers Country Store near the visitors center
Stop by and see Greg at Walkers Store for supplies, hiking maps, inner tubes for swimming, kayak rental, fishing info and snacks, phone number on the list in the Lodge
828-754-0062
Brown Mountain Beach Road

 Twenty Miles of Furniture is 30 min drive from Brown Mountain Lodge and Blowing Rock Cabin rentals
Vacation rentals in Boone and Blowing Rock NC purchase their furniture all along the 20 miles of furniture.  Thousands of people visit Lenoir each year with one thing on their minds—furniture. With 20 miles of furniture stores located along or near a stretch of U.S. Highway 321 between Lenoir and Hickory, North Carolina, the area is a required destination for any serious shopper looking for discount furniture. Nearly all manufacturers including Bernhardt, Broyhill, Fairfield Chair, Hammary, Kincaid and Thomasville can be found here along with an abundance of smaller, perhaps lesser known companies that also produce top-quality furnishings


Web site for Furniture Outlets WEB SITE LINK