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Andrews Geyser
Popular streamside wooded picnic area alongside national forest service lands. In 1885
Old Fort, NC Historical MarkersTimberline Properties, Inc.
Featuring weekly and monthly rentals of spectacular fully furnished vacation homes in the most sought after locations. Choose from 20 unique homes acommodating from 2 to 12
Little Switzerland, NC BusinessesLittle Switzerland Vacation Rentals
Mountain cabins near Little Switzerland completely furnished with fireplaces, lots of glass, wood, paneling, large decks with panoramic views at 3,800 foot elevation. Home brew and organically grown vegetables available seasonally. Tennis &
Little Switzerland, NC BusinessesHistoric Carson House
Built as a walnut log cabin in 1793, the home once served as a stagecoach inn and the seat of county government until the courthouse was constructed. This historic home and private, nonprofit museum is currently filled with unusual household and plantation artifacts.
Marion, NC Other Attractions
Skyline Village Inn & Tavern
Awesome views from over 3000 foot elevation. Enjoy the cozy charm of this unique property. Reasonable rates. Open year round. Located near junction of NC 226 and Blue Ridge Parkway in Little Switzerland.
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Marion Lake Golf Club
This course is located off the shores of Lake James and overlooks Linville Gorge. Boat dock/lake access and swimming pool available. This course has bentgrass greens and top-grade Bermuda grass fairways. Great condition course with beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Alpine Inn
Authentic mountain inn with unsurpassed views "clinging enchantingly" to the side of Grassy Mountain. Twelve rooms, all with private baths and most with balconies. Sunrises! Breakfast served on main balcony. Quaint, charming and delightfully unique!
Little Switzerland, NC BusinessesLake James State Park
Straddling McDowell and Burke counties, Lake James State Park occupies about 605 acres on the southern shore of the 6,500-acre mountain lake. Along with 20
Nebo, NC ParksHampton Inn
Executive suites with whirlpools, sundeck, indoor swimming pool, hot tub, and meeting facilities. Located at exit 85 off I-40, Marion.
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