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Our Hotspot Mishmash!
Hi, welcome to the Western North Carolina Foothills, and Cielo Real Estate Vacation Rentals!
Please see some of our recommendations for fun and food in the areas we serve with rentals including Lake Lure, Mill Spring, Tryon, Columbus, and Saluda.
Easy to find at Route 9 and 64 in Lake Lure, you can choose indoor dining, the bar, or outdoor seating overlooking beautiful Lake Lure! The menu is varied with daily specials and adult beverages. Bringing your boat or renting one during your stay? Dock it for lunch or dinner!
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Larkin's On the Lake Restaurant
1020 Memorial HwyEasy to find at Route 9 and 64 in Lake Lure, you can choose indoor dining, the bar, or outdoor seating overlooking beautiful Lake Lure! The menu is varied with daily specials and adult beverages. Bringing your boat or renting one during your stay? Dock it for lunch or dinner!
One of the best zip lines you'll find in the US! Located in Saluda, NC, you'll meander through The Green River Gorge atop the trees with platforms inbetween. Minimum suggested age is 10. Great experience for family fun. Make it a Saluda day with a stroll along Saluda's main drag shops and eateries after your tour.
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The Gorge - A Zipline Canopy Tour
166 Honey Bee DrOne of the best zip lines you'll find in the US! Located in Saluda, NC, you'll meander through The Green River Gorge atop the trees with platforms inbetween. Minimum suggested age is 10. Great experience for family fun. Make it a Saluda day with a stroll along Saluda's main drag shops and eateries after your tour.
Not only providing horse back riding adventures for all skill levels at an affordable price, opportunities exist for special events and gem mining. A fun-filled day for the whole family.
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Cedar Creek Stables
542 Cedar Creek RdNot only providing horse back riding adventures for all skill levels at an affordable price, opportunities exist for special events and gem mining. A fun-filled day for the whole family.
Whether you are an experienced equine competitor or just love to watch, a trip to TIEC is in order. World class competing in dressage, jumping, cross country, and more can be seen in season at no charge on Saturday evenings during Saturday Night Lights. On site restaurants and seating make for a champagne evening on a beer budget! This is a family friendly venue often offering fun for the kids. Arrive at six with competitions starting at 8:00 p.m. Saturdays from May to November in 2019.
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Tryon International Equestrian Center
25 International BlvdWhether you are an experienced equine competitor or just love to watch, a trip to TIEC is in order. World class competing in dressage, jumping, cross country, and more can be seen in season at no charge on Saturday evenings during Saturday Night Lights. On site restaurants and seating make for a champagne evening on a beer budget! This is a family friendly venue often offering fun for the kids. Arrive at six with competitions starting at 8:00 p.m. Saturdays from May to November in 2019.
A state park featuring breathtaking views of Lake Lure (of Dirty Dancing fame) from the famous Chimney Rock pinnacle and various hiking trails (including the Rainbow Falls trail) for all skill levels.
The park hosts many events throughout the year for children and adults.
Be sure to check the website for pricing and weather closures.
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Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StA state park featuring breathtaking views of Lake Lure (of Dirty Dancing fame) from the famous Chimney Rock pinnacle and various hiking trails (including the Rainbow Falls trail) for all skill levels.
The park hosts many events throughout the year for children and adults.
Be sure to check the website for pricing and weather closures.
Rent a boat, kayak, wakeboard and more on idyllic Lake Lure! Rates by the hour, half, and full day. Guided fishing and water skiing. Be sure to book in advance as they book quickly.
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Lake Lure Adventure Company
470 Memorial HwyRent a boat, kayak, wakeboard and more on idyllic Lake Lure! Rates by the hour, half, and full day. Guided fishing and water skiing. Be sure to book in advance as they book quickly.
Enjoy a coffee, cocktail, and play mini golf in Chimney Rock Village!
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Broad River Inn
339 Main StEnjoy a coffee, cocktail, and play mini golf in Chimney Rock Village!
Roughly central to the area we serve, Big Bradley Falls is your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Please note this is a hike for experienced trekkers, and is open during daylight hours.
While you won't find ridge top views on this hike, the scenery is beautiful and indicative of the tree canopies in area. The falls are well worth the excursion.
Looking for a day of hiking? Add the nearby Little Bradley Falls trail. Small, but still stunning, and a little shorter distance.
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Big Bradley Falls
Roughly central to the area we serve, Big Bradley Falls is your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Please note this is a hike for experienced trekkers, and is open during daylight hours.
While you won't find ridge top views on this hike, the scenery is beautiful and indicative of the tree canopies in area. The falls are well worth the excursion.
Looking for a day of hiking? Add the nearby Little Bradley Falls trail. Small, but still stunning, and a little shorter distance.
Located on the main strip of Columbus, NC, and open Wednesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and on Sunday for brunch. This is a farm-to-table casual spot with delicious chef inspired entrees and a varied selection of desserts.
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The Rural Seed Restaurant
322 E Mills StLocated on the main strip of Columbus, NC, and open Wednesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and on Sunday for brunch. This is a farm-to-table casual spot with delicious chef inspired entrees and a varied selection of desserts.
In case you didn't know North Carolina has wonderful wineries and vineyards! Parker-Binns is located in Mill Spring off of Highway 108, and is the only winery around with farm animals the kids can feed! The atmosphere is casual, and wine selections are unique and varied.
Weekends in season offer musical acts and wood-fired pizza as well as other special events like sip and paint experiences. Feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy the lawn and yard games.
Looking for a venue for a small, casual wedding or party? Ask Kelly about their options!
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Parker-Binns Vineyard
2275 Whiteside RdIn case you didn't know North Carolina has wonderful wineries and vineyards! Parker-Binns is located in Mill Spring off of Highway 108, and is the only winery around with farm animals the kids can feed! The atmosphere is casual, and wine selections are unique and varied.
Weekends in season offer musical acts and wood-fired pizza as well as other special events like sip and paint experiences. Feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy the lawn and yard games.
Looking for a venue for a small, casual wedding or party? Ask Kelly about their options!