The Top of the Beech Inn
Located in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, the Top of the Beech Inn is a rustic ski lodge that's only a quarter mile from Ski Beech, a popular Southern resort. The rooms at the inn feature a country decor with quilted bedspreads and green headboards. Additionally, 12 of the rooms offer views of the Beech Mountain slopes.
After a long day of skiing or snowboarding, you can relax in the cozy Moose Lounge or enjoy the stunning views on the observation deck at the inn. To get to the Top of the Beech Inn, you can fly into Hickory Regional Airport (50 miles from the lodge) or to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (93 miles away).
The Top of the Beech Inn
606 Beech Mountain Pkwy.
Beech Mountain, NC 28604
828-387-2354
Beech-mountain.or
Canaan Valley Lodge
With numerous ski slopes only a short drive away, the Canaan Valley Lodge is an ideal place to stay if you plan on visiting Canaan Valley, West Virginia. The rooms at the lodge feature amenities such as complimentary Internet access and cable TV. The lodge offers an indoor pool, an 18-hole golf course and special programs geared for children.
There is free shuttle to the area's 37 ski slopes. If you prefer more private accommodations, the Canaan Valley Resort also offers 23 cabins and cottages, which can sleep between four to 12 people. A year-round campground is available as well.
Canaan Valley Lodge
HC 70, Box 330
Davis, WV 26260
800-622-4121
canaanresort.com
Smoketree Lounge
Only 5 miles away from the Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, the Smoketree Lodge offers comfortable accommodations in North Carolina's High Country. Guests of the lodge have the choice of staying in a cozy studio room, a one-bedroom unit that sleeps four or a two-bedroom unit that can sleep up to six people.
All of the rooms feature amenities such as cable TV and a VCR. The lodge also has a sauna and exercise room. Upon request, the lodge's housekeeping staff can loan you kitchen equipment, an iron or extra blankets. Although most Smoketree customers come to ski and snowboard, the area also offers outdoor activities such as mountain biking and whitewater rafting.
Smoketree Lounge
11914 Hwy. 105 S.
Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-963-6505
smoketree-lounge.com
Article Written By Caroline Tung Richmond
A native of Washington, D.C., Caroline Tung Richmond has worked as a freelance writer since 2007. Her articles have appeared in both print and online publications such as the "Baltimore Sun," "Highlights" and Travels.com. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University.
