Asheville ,NC

This small mountain town has a vibrant arts scene and a fair number of brewpubs too.
Nearby outdoor options are legendary: Pisgah Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway offer great hiking trails and waterfalls. Nearby Mount Mitchell is the highest point east of the Mississippi, and the rivers and lakes in the area offer rafting, kayaking, fishing, and SUP. This lovely mountain town offers something for everyone!

Hendersonville, Flat Rock and Brevard NC

Often called the “Poet of the People" Carl Sandburg was a major figure of the twentieth century.
You can learn more about him and his work at the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site in Flat Rock, NC.
Mountain rental home to stay in and activities such as hikes, paddle excursions, and easy drives to/from Asheville, Brevard, or Hendersonville make this beautiful area a great getaway.

Outer Banks, NC

The Outer Banks are a mix of solitude, natural wonder, and history.
Cape Hatteras; Roanoke Island;
Coastal Lighthouses; Wild Spanish Mustangs; Major bird migration sites; Dolphins; the tallest natural sand dune system in the Eastern U.S;
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge – home to one of the largest concentrations of black bear found in the SE US;
The Wright Brother’s National Monument
And 100+ miles of wide natural beaches perfect for shelling, swimming, strolling, and relaxing!