Local Attractions

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Looking for something to do?  Norally House and The Rose are both near many great attractions, activities, and areas of interest. Norally Vacation Rentals provides brochures of all area activities and attractions, including Biltmore Estate information and tickets. 

Activities

Cradle of Forestry 
If the natural beauty of the mountains is not enough to keep you busy with sightseeing, then check out all there is to do at The Cradle of Forestry. There are guided tours, restored historic buildings, exhibits, a gift shop and more. Kids will certainly enjoy seeing the restored locomotive and wandering the forest.

Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
For your horseback riding adventures is our guest favorite.

River Rafting
There are many rafting and tubing outfitters. We keep brochures at both rentals for guest to view. 

Attractions

Biltmore Estate
With more than 8000 acres, this spectacular mansion has kept its original flair since it opened to the public over a century ago. There are breathtaking gardens, a winery, a delightful gift shop and a dairy with scrumptious ice cream and much more. Let's not forget the grand tour of the home and property itself; this is an experience you will not soon forget. Exciting Antler Hill Village and Winery is located here as well and be sure to take a peek at what this area has to offer including dining, shopping and an Outdoor Adventure Center.

The Blue Ridge Parkway
One of the most traveled in our nation's National Park system. The scenic thoroughfare is 470 miles long and passes through the mountains of the Shenandoah to the Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. Some of the more popular stops in the area are Linville Gorge, Craggy Gardens and Graveyard Fields.

Grandfather Mountain
One of the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is a truly rustic and fun adventure that includes a swinging bridge that sways a mile above sea level. Be sure to bring your camera to capture your treasured experience. There are also natural habitats with bears, cougars, eagles and otters.

Places of Interest

Smith-McDowell house
Open year-round and located in downtown Asheville, the Smith-McDowell house has a reputation for being the oldest brick residence in Asheville. This beautiful Victorian home, built around 1840, has been restored and awaits your visit. Three storeys of interesting history, architecture and items from the past will keep you mesmerized and give you a glimpse into the past. 283 Victoria Road, Asheville, NC 28801 828 253 9231

Western North Carolina Nature Center
Kids can spend the day at this nature center learning and having fun! Along with deer, foxes and bears, the most recent additions are the red and grey wolves and the bobcats and cougars. More recent improvements also include the "hands on" Nature Lab and Educational Farm where kids can pet a corn snake or even hold a turtle.

Mount Mitchell State Park
An area preserved around the Black Mountain Range, the highest range East of the Rocky Mountains. This is a wonderful place to come hiking, exploring, horseback riding or just enjoying the outdoors. Besides the main Mt. Mitchell Trail, which is just under six miles, there are several other paths including the Black Mountain Crest Trail and the Buncombe Horse Range Trail. Enjoy stunning views after a strenuous hike. 2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC 28714
828 675 4611