... with a dock for a rental boat to cruise the lake, tube and/or jet ski. I refuse to cook dinner on vacation (it is MY vacation too!), so ... ... be tough to find a rental property if less than 3 nights) or does someone have a completely new and totally ... more

... Maggie is about 45 minutes from Asheville. As with the other ski resorts, much of the snow will probably be man-made. I'm not sure about Asheville hotels, but I'd probably go for a cabin rental. Much cozier and private, although without room service. Have a great trip ... more

... Sylva. They all have shopping and coffee shops and restaurants where you can sit and watch people on Main Street in all three towns. These towns are very small and quaint and you will only be about 45 minutes from the bustle and shopping of Asheville. Have a great vacation ... more

... for a hotel or cottage rental in Banner Elk or Newland. Wolf Laurel and Cataloochie are both closer to Asheville, but less reliable snow pack in December. At Christmas time, the lobby of the Grove Park Inn and the Biltmore House are the most croweded places in western NC. Admittedly ... more

... 26/08, picking up car rental and driving to house rental in Burnsville, NC. Would like to pick up groceries on the way. Can anyone suggest supermarkets, fresh farm stands, liquor stores? We are so looking forward to this vacation in mountains with 10 other NY family members.Thanks, Tery ... more

... in early May and would like to stay in a two-bedroom suite, cabin, rental, etc. I've checked out cyberrentals and vrbo but there are so many. Any recommendations? What towns are nearby that would be make it easy to get to Asheville, and the various sights? Many thanks ... more

I cannot tell you who to book through, but I can say to STAY AWAY from Blue Ridge Vacation Cabins. Had a horrible experience with them in October. Found them through VRBO. ... more