Boone, Blowing Rock & Banner Elk

Experiences · Boone, Blowing Rock & Banner Elk, North Carolina

Adventure seekers know the highest elevation in North Carolina also comes with the small, mountain town charm in surrounding areas.

Local picks for your Boone, Blowing Rock & Banner Elk stay, from the hospitality team at Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals .

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Ways to fill a day

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RESTAURANT

Bistro Roca in Blowing Rock

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BAR

Booneshine Brewing Company

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COFFEE SHOP

Hatchet Coffee

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BAKERY

Stickboy Bread Company

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STORE

Blowing Rock Market & Wine Shop

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THINGS TO DO IN THE HIGH COUNTRY

Hike

Hike, run, or ride horses on the Moses Cone trails, 40 miles of wide crushed gravel trails with spectacular views

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10 Adventures That Will Blow Your Mind Near Banner Elk

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James Beard & Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Our Featured Destinations

James Beard & Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Our Featured Destinations

From intimate chef-driven establishments to world-class culinary pit stops, these Michelin-star restaurants and James Beard Award-winning restaurants give you out-of-this-world dining experiences that complement the exceptional standard of our rental properties.

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