The Inn at Ragged Gardens

Appalachian Ski Mountain

The NC High Country's first ski area. Skiing since 1962. Two quad chairlifts, one double chairlift, one conveyor lift, one handle pull lift. Ten slopes including two terrain parks. Season:

Appalachian Ski Mtn. Slopeside Lodging

Year-round vacation rental. Newly furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath house at Appalachian Ski Mtn. Gas log fireplace, d/w, microwave, coffeemaker, cable TV with VCR, phone, w/d, wrap around deck. Sleeps l4. Reservations: 800-322-2373Local: 828-295-7828

Downtown Blowing Rock

Blowing Rock Mountain View

Privately owned duplex with scenic, mountain view. Fully furnished, spacious two stories on each side. One bedroom, one bath with full kitchen; including microwave, w/d, phone, cable TV, carport and large wrap around deck.4 miles from downtown Blowing Rock off Hwy 221. Seasonal:

Mystery Hill - Heritage & Native Artifact Museums

A self-guided tour of four fun-filled areas. The Mystery House offers the challenge of a gravity room where the theories of Sir Isaac Newton are challenged. Stand at a 45-degree angle and perform several experiments. Once you start giggling, you can't stop! The Hall of Mystery includes over 40