Samantha & Luke
Things To Do
Restaurants!
Some great spots for eats in the Dillsboro & Sylva area Creekside Oyster House Kostas Lucy in the Rye White Moon Cafe Foragers Canteen (our caterer <3 ) Rivers and Rails Boots Steakhouse **all can be reached by taking exit 81**
Asheville Hot Springs
One of the most relaxing and rejuvenating experiences you can plan for your stay in the mountains. These springs are private and relaxing, and overlook the French Broad River.
Hike near Cherokee, NC
Venture into the outdoors by taking on either a moderate hike at "Mount Noble Fire Tower" (5.1 mi) or an easy quicker trail at Oconaluftee Park (1.5 mi). Download the All Trails app, and type in Whittier, NC
Oconaluftee River Trail
This is a very cool historic site that showcases a “Living Farm Museum” and provides a nice and easy winding trail next to the Oconaluftee River.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the area and visit the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. With plenty of trails and sites to see for all levels and interests.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Take advantage of the area and go check out the Nantahala Outdoor Center, a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore Sylva, NC
Peruse the quaint mountain town of Sylva, NC, just minutes from the hotel and venue. There are coffee shops, wine bars, book & outdoor stores and restaurants all within a close vicinity of one another. Dillsboro also has restaurants and antique shops that are fun to explore.
Shop in Asheville
Explore NC’s most cultured city and plan a day for art museums, shops, 100’s of small artisan shops, fantastic restaurants and breweries for days. A few of our favorite places to go to in Asheville: Asheville Natural Soap Malaprops Book Store Kess Emporium Ten Thousand Villages Curate Wicked Weed S&W Market Burial Strada Pikes
Tour the Biltmore
Plan a tour of a historic landmark of American aristocracy, The Biltmore Estate. The creation of the estate is a part of Asheville history in that it attracted artisans to come for work, birthing the eclectic charm of the mountain city.