About 6 miles to the towns of Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Bat Cave. These have numerous dining and shopping opportunities. Chimney Rock Park is a popular tourist attraction offering a panoramic view, hiking trails, etc. (see link below)

Within approx.30 miles of Hendersonville, Tryon and Black Mountain. These are quaint towns with opportunities for dining, shopping, antiquing, etc.

Within about 35 miles of Asheville NC, great tourist location and home of America's largest private home - the Biltmore House - a popular year round destination. (see link below)

This area offers mountains but not the extreme temperatures of higher elevations. Outdoor activities possible virtually year round. Prime golf season is April - October. For information about the Fairfield Mountain Resort, go to: http://www.lakeluregolf.com/.

For information about the Lake Lure area (with lots of links), go to: http://www.lake-lure.com/ .

For information about North Carolina snow skiing, some of which is about 90 minutes from Fairfield, go to: http://www.skinorthcarolina.com/ .

For Information about other regional activities, check out: Chimney rock park is a haven for hikers and nature lovers: http://www.chimneyrockpark.com/ Flatrock playhouse has an impressive list of live entertainment: http://www.flatrockplayhouse.org

The largest private home in America, the Biltmore House is awesome: http://www.biltmore.com

The Blue Ridge Parkway is truely one of America's treasures, and is one of the top 3 tourist destinations in North Carolina: http://www.blueridgeparkway.org

The Nanthahala Outdoor Center offers rafting, kayaking, etc for beginners thru advanced: http://www.noc.com

The Great Smokey Mountain Railroad offers several train ride routes thru Western NC - this is great family fun: http://www.gsmr.com

There are numerous opportunities for fisherman in the area: http://www.lake-lure.com/fishing.html

Boats of all types are available for rent on Lake Lure: http://www.lakelure.com/marina.htm

TV in greatroom and in each bedroom, two VCR's, Deck, table tennis in basement, Community Pool. Please no pets. This is a smoke-free home - smokers must do so outside. Usage includes complete housekeeping and linen services.

METROPOLITAN AREA: Asheville, North Carolina.

PREFERRED DESTINATIONS: N.C., S.C. or GA. beach location; Will consider any Florida location near the ocean or in the Orlando area. Also interested in the Tampa area, the Keys or northeast beach area. Will consider other offers - I reply to all correspondance. (Reciprocal housekeeping and linen service preferred;).

HOME EXCHANGE AVAILABILITY: Open.

RENTAL AVAILABILITY: Contact for availability.

RENTAL RATE: Contact for rates.

FEATURES:
Modern Kitchen & Bath
Television
VCR/DVD
Computer
Fireplace
Golf Nearby
Tennis Nearby
Hiking Nearby
No Smoking
No Pets

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