Beaufort House Victorian Bed & Breakfast

Mountain Adventure Guides

Stuart Nye Hand Wrought Jewelry

Since 1933

French Broad River

Buncombe, Transylvania and Madison counties offer 116 miles of scenic river perfect for whitewater activities. Local outfitters: French Broad Rafting Co., 800/570-7238; Southern Waterways, 800/849-1970; Zippy Boat Works, 828/684-5107

Southern Waterways

Self-guided quiet-water river float trips through Biltmore Estate property in canoes, rafts or kayaks. Fun for all ages as young as 2 years old. Volleyball and riverside picnic facilities are available. Camping riverside now available, tubing also available. Easy highway access off I-240

Best Western-Asheville Biltmore

Three miles from Biltmore Estate, within walking distance of more than 50 shops, restaurants and attractions. Newly renovated, featuring Decades Bar &