the quaint rooms all have porches, tvs with cable channels, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. set in a low-rise courtyard-style building overlooking jonathan creek, this biker-friendly roadside hotel is off us route 19, 5 miles from ghost town in the sky and 9 miles from the blue ridge parkway. apartments with 1 or 2 bedrooms and full kitchens are also available, along with a suite with a whirlpool tub. most also have creek views and free wifi. amenities include a picnic tables, a gazebo and a fire pit, all next to the creek, plus free parking. McGhee Tyson Airport 1 hr 48
Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum (5 min) 38,000-sq.-ft. museum housing 300+ rare motorcycles, with related exhibits, photos & memorabilia. Soco Falls (14 min) Two waterfalls merge in a picturesque setting with a primitive overlook, reachable by a short trail. Waterrock Knob (22 min) Highest peak in the Plott Balsams, with a visitor center, picnic tables, an overlook & hiking trail. Cataloochee Ski Area (18 min) Runs for all skill levels, along with an area for snow tubing & lessons for adults & children. |