2008 Biltmore Visit Planner

Area Attractions ASHEVILLE ASHEVILLE S Y LVA NC Arboretum Inspired by the vision of Frederick Law Olmsted, Biltmore’s famous landscape architect, the NC Arboretum offers 10+ miles of scenic forested hiking and biking trails within its 434 acres. More than 65 acres of cultivated gardens include the Quilt Garden and the acclaimed Bonsai Exhibition Garden showcasing Southern Appalachian native plants. Curtis Wright Outfitters Located on Main Street in Weaverville and Saluda, and in Biltmore Village in Asheville, Curtis Wright Outfitters specializes in casual and technical clothing and gear for hiking and fishing, including a full fly shop and guide service. Wade and float trips for trout and smallmouth bass are available by reservation. 5 All Souls Crescent • Asheville, NC 28803 828-274-3471 www.curtiswrightoutfitters.com Jackson County Discover North Carolina’s premier scenic mountain wonderland, 3o miles SW of Asheville. Ride the historic railroad from Dillsboro, a village known for arts and craft shops. Call for a free Visitors Guide with lodging info and directions to 19 waterfalls, hiking trails, golf, rafting, and outdoor fun. Mountain lovers love Jackson County. 773 West Main Street • Sylva, NC 28779 8oo-962-1911 • 828-586-2155 www.MountainLovers.com 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville, NC 28806 • 828-665-2492 www.ncarboretum.org HENDERSONVILLE HICKORY ASHEVILLE Historic Hendersonville and Flat Rock Explore the area 22 miles south of Asheville. Make reservations at Flat Rock Playhouse. Tour waterfalls and trails of Dupont and Pisgah Forests. Visit WNC Air Museum, Johnson Farm, Jump Off Rock Park, Holmes Educational State Forest, Carl Sandburg Home, NHS, and the Historic Districts of Hendersonville and the Village of Flat Rock. 2o1 S. Main Street Hendersonville, NC 28792 • 8oo-828-4244 www.historichendersonville.org/bh Hickory Furniture Mart Famous for selection, quality, value, and service, Hickory Furniture Mart is the nation’s leading home furnishings resource. More than 100 factory outlets, shops, and galleries represent 1,000 manufacturers, offering everything you need for your home under one roof. Open Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday, 1‒5 p.m. 222o Highway 7o SE • Hickory, NC 286o2 8oo-462-mart • www.hickoryfurniture.com Mast General Store The original Mast General Store, circa 1883, still supplies essentials for mountain life, including clothing, housewares, folk toys, and barrels of candy. Mast’s Asheville emporium, restored to 1940s glory, carries outdoor gear and apparel, including hiking boots. Relax in rocking chairs, enjoy old-fashioned sodas, and shop to your heart’s content. 15 Biltmore Avenue • Asheville, NC 288o1 866-367-6278 (Toll-free) • 828-232-1883 www.mastgeneralstore.com Official estate ticket distributor 32 http://www.MountainLovers.com http://www.ncarboretum.org http://www.curtiswrightoutfitters.com http://www.historichendersonville.org/bh http://www.mastgeneralstore.com http://www.hickoryfurniture.com

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