Historic inns, innovative restaurants, fun for all ages: Exciting things are happening in this small town in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just as they have been for centuries.
A Wine Lover’s Escape to the Upper Hiwassee Highlands
Explore the outdoors and sip wine in the mountains on this winery-hopping weekend away.
Downtown: Highlands
A posh downtown and abundant natural beauty offer plenty of ways to relax and reset in this quiet mountain retreat.
Making Blue Ridge Memories on Max Patch
A marriage proposal in a sprawling meadow. Mating warblers in the brush. Orphaned boots on the Appalachian Trail. We are drawn to the majesty of Max Patch — a gorgeous bald in Madison County, 4,600 feet above sea level, where forest ends and 350 acres of open land begin — to gather life-changing memories.
Brewery Adventures: Western
The best reward for outdoor lovers after a long day of hiking, paddling, and exploring in the mountains of North Carolina? A stop at a craft brewery surrounded by natural beauty.
A Wine Lover’s Weekend Escape Near Asheville
Head west to see views and vines on a cool mountain getaway.
Grit & Gumption at the Madison County Championship Rodeo
Eight seconds aboard a bucking bronco? Only the boldest riders would dare try it. At the longest-running rodeo in North Carolina, cowboy culture hangs on.
A Farmhouse Dream Reimagined
On a former Christmas tree farm in Valle Crucis, the Inn at Little Pond Farm blends cool Scandinavian design with warm French style and plenty of High Country charm.
In Tandem Gallery in Bakersville
At a gallery in Mitchell County, an artistic couple showcases fine ceramics that are made to be admired and used.
