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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
Lake James Boat Excursions
Tour more than 150 miles of shoreline on one of North Carolina's most beautiful lakes. "Last of the Mohicans" and "The Hunt for Red October" filmed here. Three hour tours by reservation. Summer only, weather permitting.
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Linville Mountain Gem Shop & Mines
Area's only custom gem cutting. Fine handmade jewelry. Jewelry repair. Gems, minerals, rocks, lapidary equipment and supplies for sale. Cutting lessons. Gem mining rain or shine year round.
Marion, NC Pioneer History
Mountain View Motel & Restaurant
Clean, comfortable, and reasonable lodging. Motel restaurant with spectacular views serves lunch and dinner. Panoramic view from balcony. Open year round. Near junction of NC 226 and Blue Ridge Parkway in Little Switzerland.
Little Switzerland, NC Businesses
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
Open Apr-Oct. Sites: gravel, grass, some shaded, pull-thrus, full hook-ups. Facilities: restrooms & showers, public phone, general store, snack bar, RV supplies, laundry. Recreation:
Marion, NC Parks