Discover and Celebrate the Bliss of the Toe River Valley's Many Delightful Inns, B&B's, Cabins and Resort Accommodations.

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Arbor Branch Vacation Cabin Rental
"... you'll find the kitchen fully equipped with dishes, utensils, coffee maker, and microwave. The large loft bedroom has a queen sized bed, satellite television, VCR, and ceiling fan. The living room has a beautiful, wood burning, native stone fireplace. Also in the living room you'll find a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, hardwood floors, and pull-out sofa for extra guests or kids. The 8ft wide, wrap-around porch is a nice place to relax in the rocking chairs or make use of the gas grill. Other amenities include antique claw-foot bathtub with shower, washer/dryer, AM/FM stereo with CD player, local phone service, and notebook filled with information on local sites and day trips..." Located in Plum Tree

Bakersville Bed and Breakfast ".... The colonial style house was built in 1933 by Dr. and Mrs. A. E. Gouge. There is a carriage house slightly up the hill behind the main house and it is used for BB&B guests with children, small pets, and those anticipating extended stays. Dr. Gouge built an additional structure closer to the street. This was his medical practice. It now serves as Jann's gallery/studio. The BB&B is full of antiques, quilts, a fine art collection representing Jann's works as well as pieces from many other talented arts and crafts people in the region. Guests enjoy a "feet on the furniture" feeling while listening to traditional music in the living room. There are many musical instruments on display and all are encouraged to play, sing along, or simply sit back and enjoy. With a collection of several sets of china, one pattern dating back to 1865, the generous gourmet breakfasts are served with a variety of settings seldom seen at today. Jann and Steve particularly love sharing the large mountainside porch, complete with rocking chairs, with guests and the visiting birds. At present the count is 16 different species frolicking all over seven feeders. George, the 'outside cat' (who came with the house...) is well behaved, well fed, and hasn't disturbed the birdwatching...." Located in downtown Burnsville within walking distance of cafes, galleries and a wonderful creekside walk complete with picnic tables.

Celo Inn
"... Charles and Susannah Jones built the Celo Inn over a period of ten years. They wanted it to be comfortable and lovely, but not precious; affordable and simple, but not primitive. Details borrowed from countless European hostels and inns—cozy dormered nooks, exposed framing timbers, burnished wood, soft tile—were incorporated into their new/old structure. The Inn's massive 6-lite entry door admitted its first guests in 1983, and the warmth and comfort of the Jones' realized vision has been shared by many since then...." Located on State Road 80 South, in the Community of Celo... about 20 minutes South of Burnsville... and near the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Clear Creek Guest Ranch
is a dude ranch on Hwy 80 between Micaville and Celo. "... It's hard to imagine a more beautiful or enticing place than our mountain getaway here at Clear Creek Guest Ranch. Nestled in a quiet valley in the Great Smoky Mountains at an elevation of 3,200 feet, our Dude Ranch is surrounded by the beautiful Pisgah National Forest. Here at the ranch we welcome guests from April to Thanksgiving for family vacations. Horseback riding is a top priority, with 68 horses on the ranch every guest will have a horse suitable to their taste. Don't take our word for it- see our photos of the beautiful scenery and read what our guests are saying and let us hear from you!..."

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Laurel Oaks Farm Vacation Rental
"... Located in the middle of Mitchell County, North Carolina at an elevation averaging 2,600 feet, Laurel Oaks Farm is a beautiful, mainly wooded sheep farm bordering on the Toe River. There are numerous trails to explore and two ponds to sit by, relax, and fish. Sheep on the farm are guarded by a Great Pyrenees dog. Farm tours for guests and children can be arranged, as can spinning demonstrations for those interested. The quiet seclusion of Laurel Oaks makes for an ideal getaway location!..."

Mountain Farm
"... a 24-acre lavender, blueberry and dairy goat farm in the Southern Appalachians of North Carolina. Our small herd, hormone and antibiotic free, includes registered Saanen, Alpine, and Nubian goats. Pick-your-own blueberries ripen June and July. Heavenly lavender blooms from June to September, and creates the natural border for the new meditation abyrinth. Romantic Blueberry Cottage rents from April through October. Visit a working farm: bottle feed kids in season, hike the trails, picnic at the pond, or sit in a chair in the lavender field and just inhale. Please call ahead...."

Nu-Wray Inn (Bakersville)
"... Once a stagecoach stop for travelers to Asheville, the Nu Wray is the oldest continuously operating inn in western North Carolina. This great landmark is centrally located on the south side of Burnsville's Town Square, the heart of the historic downtown area. From its two-tiered porch, guests can enjoy the rocking chairs and clean mountain air. You will join past guests such as Elvis Presley, Thomas Wolfe Mark Twain and O. Henry in the delight of wandering the inn's creaky and twisty stairways. Each of the three floors has sitting rooms decorated with period antiques that can be used for informal meetings or casual gathering with other Inn guests. .."

Pinebridge Inn
"... Pinebridge Inn consists of two buildings, separated by a lovely courtyard, housing forty-four spacious rooms and suites-all very beautifully decorated. Each room features high ceilings and picturesque windows that exude a wonderful atmosphere of historic charm.... Connecting our facilities to the old town of Spruce Pine, is a lighted 410 foot long footbridge spanning the Toe River and the town's new Riverwalk Park... Pinebridge Inn has become a favorite of church groups, school groups, family reunions, and small business groups of all kinds... "

Richmond Inn Bed and Breakfast
"... A rambling country estate, the Richmond Inn is Spruce Pine's premiere bed and breakfast facility. Located in a scenic mountain setting, the half-century old Inn is shaded by towering white pines and landscaped with native dogwood trees, mountain laurel and rhododendron.... eight spacious guest rooms, including a Grand Suite, each with private baths and richly appointed with antiques and family treasures, the Inn offers you unparallel privacy and comfort. Common quarters offer a spacious living room with the warmth of a stone hearth fireplace, a Southern country butler's pantry and a wide flagstone terrace and veranda. ..." Pets welcome for small additional fee.

"Thank you for making us feel so welcome. We felt so pampered. We had such an incredible time here. Your food is as you would say...'to die for!'."
- Frank & Martha - San Diego, CA

Riverwalk Vacation Rentals
".... Our property is 6 miles south of Burnsville town square and includes 208 acres of private land with ½ mile of crystal clear river frontage. Guest cabins are all located mountain side overlooking the river...."

• Horse trails (bring your own, accommodations available with advance notice)
• Fishing (Rainbow, Brown, and Brook) Cane River is stocked regularly - professional fly fishing guide available with advanced notice
• Mountain biking
• River Tubing
• Swimming
• Hiking

Terrell House B&B

Yummy Vacation Home
"... Nestled on ten acres amidst a tall forest, the Yummy Mud Puddle vacation home overlooks the rolling hills and valleys of Yancey County... within a short drive is access to countless hiking trails, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Wolf Laurel Ski Resort and famous Penland School of Crafts... Spacious enough for eight, and versatile enough to accommodate couples, families, or singles, the Yummy Mud Puddle vacation house is the perfect fit for a quick getaway to the mountains or a longer retreat..."