The Beach Boys at Biltmore

Tonight, this August 27^th, get ready for some ‘Good Vibrations’ up in the Blue Ridge Mountains – The Beach Boys are coming to Biltmore! Playing strong for more than 40 years, you’ll enjoy their surfer music and timeless style that’s better than ever. See them at 8 p.m at the Biltmore House’s South Terrace for a night you’ll never forget. Last chance to buy your ticket! And remember, Carolina Mornings is proud to offer 2-day Biltmore admission for the price of 1 so everyone can afford to visit Asheville’s favorite mountain house.

Hiking Spotlight: Devil’s Court House on the BRP

If you want to find great hiking trails in Western North Carolina during your vacation in Asheville, but you don’t know the best spots, join the local Parkway Rangers for their Hike of the Week! On August 19^th at 10:00 a.m., come to milepost 422 on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a strenuous but rewarding 1 mile hike up to Devil’s Court House. Enjoy an impressive overlook with panoramic views of the beautiful surroundings… and of several different states! Bring your hiking gear and be prepared for unpredictable mountain weather. Sensational mountain views, the company of your friends and family, and knowledgeable guides will be the perfect introduction to what this area has to offer.

Bamboo Festival at the NC Arboretum

There is nothing more exciting than a bamboo festival to bring the peaceful essence of Japan to your mountain vacation in Asheville. From July 9th to July 10th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., be sure to stop by the NC Arboretum for the 5th annual Bamboo Festival. With hands-on workshops and presentations, regional bamboo nurseries, and plenty of bamboo for sale, you’ll learn everything you need to know about this marvelous plant. Organized by the American Bamboo Society, it’s a treat for all bamboo aficionados and an adventure for those who love exploring the NC Arboretum. You can’t miss it!

Happy Valentine's Day!! Part IV

Okay, so here is the last post on what to do for love-your-honey weekend (if you missed the others, check out Part I, Part II, and Part III). After choosing which mountain retreat you will be visiting here in Asheville, NC, you have a few other decisions to make: pick up groceries and stay in all weekend, or let Carolina Mornings do the shopping for you (with our concierge services), already there for you when you arrive- either of these options you spend your weekend cooking and relaxing together while enjoying the fantastic views from your hot tub! Then there are the packages we offer, massages that come to you... I of course don't want to stray from a weekend chock full of nothing but relaxing, but if you decide that it'd be better to go out, then by all means... head out to explore the town on Saturday or Sunday! Besides the great ideas of enjoying your Saturday evening from Part III, here are options for dining out on Sunday (it is very wise to make a reservation at any of these tasty restaurants): -Laughing Seed Cafe is offering a Valentine's Aphrodisiac Dinner, complete with a 3- course meal, optional wine pairing, and a take home Love Potion cordial. -Mela Indian Restaurant is offering a 3- course Indian delight with a glass of champagne complimented by live Indian music. -The Market Place Restaurant isn't offering anything specifically for Valentine's per se, but they are an incredible eating place with 3- course dinners offered every Sunday. Most of their menu comes from within 100 miles, and that is to be celebrated! -The Corner Kitchen in Biltmore has brunch on Sundays, which is a great option too. So many options, and thankfully you have a whole weekend to explore just your cabin and the surrounding views, or take a bit to get out and about. Whatever your fancy, a love-your-honey weekend at a Carolina Mornings vacation cabin is the best idea I have come up with for Valentine's Day! Enjoy!

Happy Valentine's Day!! Part II

The second thing you need to think about when planning your love-your-honey weekend (if you missed Part I, click here) is whether you want to stay in for the weekend or want to check out the town. Part II will give you great options for never leaving your cozy and romantic mountain getaway, at least on the celebratory day. First, remember that each retreat has a fully equipped kitchen! So prepare by bringing some fruit and yogurt, eggs and veggies, toast or bagels... whatever you feel is best for breakfast or brunch (what about Love Mimosas? mmm...) Carolina Mornings offers specials that include a welcome basket; ask us about it! Grab your bottle of wine ahead of time, grab something special to make your honey for dinner, or ask us about grocery delivery and check out our concierge services (we have thought of it all...) Get that Bed and Breakfast feel with the whole house yours to roam freely!!
The second thing to think about is what you want to do in your cozy and romantic home away from home. Do you want to watch a sappy girl movie for her, or an action-packed adventure for him? Many of the properties have state-of-the-art entertainment centers, so if this is what you are looking for then ask us to lead you the way. Would you rather have some fun game time together? There are cabins that come equipped with game rooms for your Valentine's competition- all you have to do is think of the stakes...
Wouldn't it be soooo nice for the both of you to enjoy a massage?? What about an in-house couple's massage, complete with a roaring fire and beautiful snow-capped mountain view?! Then you can follow it up with a relaxing dip in the hot tub... Carolina Mornings has packages that can be added to any rental to help you with your celebratory evening, or just let us know that you'd like to reserve a massage for the night and we will help you with that. We are here to make your stay unforgettable, and with these ideas we are sure neither of you will ever forget, at least for a long, long time!

Happy Valentine's Day!! Part I

Well, almost. But if you're good, I mean really good, you have already begun thinking about what you want to do for your special someone. I will give you the best idea: a romantic getaway to Asheville, NC!! There really are very few things that could top this. And with a few additions, you can encompass all of your Valentine's Day treats into an unforgettable weekend!! So we'll start with Part I of our love-your-honey weekend suggestions...
The first thing you have to think about is where to stay in Asheville... well think no more!! Carolina Mornings has so many beautiful, cozy and romantic getaways that your only problem will be choosing which one. Suggestion: try one of our WINTER SPECIALS! Then you can add more to your weekend with the money you save (and this is only my first idea- not to mention the other FREEBIES that Carolina Mornings provides you with!). There are so many properties that have a plethora of amenities and great specials for this slower time of year (man oh man, a snow-capped mountain view is pretty hard to beat!). Carolina Mornings has gone a step beyond as well: check out our packages such as the Romantic Candle Light Dinner Package or A Touch of Love. These can be added to any stay for a nominal fee, and your honey will be soooo impressed that you thought of such things!! Stop at the store to stock the kitchen, close the door, and don't leave until you have to go... spend your time relaxing together, watching the life in the mountains amble along, soaking in the hot tub...
Check back for Part II of our love-your-honey weekend suggestions!

New Properties! A Mountain Escapade

We're glad to have A Mountain Escapade re-join us as a property we represent.

This property is in a great location - outside of town so you have a 'getaway' feeling, but an easy drive to Asheville. The interior is nicely decorated with comfortable furniture and amenities like a large television, wireless Internet access, and a wood fireplace.

A Mountain Escapade has 3 bedrooms (one king, one queen and two twin size beds), and 2 bathrooms so it comfortably accommodates 6 people.

Read more about this property and see more photos on the Carolina Mornings Web site.

Rates: $502 for the first 2 nights, and $211 for each additional night. (Don't forget - minimum nightly stays apply based on the time of year.)
Current Special: For October stays 3 nights or longer, receive a $25 gas rebate!

Stay tuned for our other new properties: Autumn Delight (featured Monday 10/20), Pumpkin Patch (featured Wednesday 10/22), and Riverview Hideaway (featured Friday 10/24)!