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Valle Crucis North Carolina is nestled high in the
Appalachian Mountains of North
Carolina is a peaceful rural community that has stayed untouched over the years.
When Levi Ives, the second Episcopal bishop of North Carolina, visited the area
in the 1840s he looked into the valley from a hillside, noticed three streams
forming the shape of a St. Andrew’s cross and deemed the location Valle Crucis,
Latin for “Vale of the Cross.” Pronounced valley crew’sis, the
bucolic area was first formally settled over 200 years ago and is a place that
historians and visitors alike have called "uncommon." The community has grown in recent years, as
the valley’s scenic beauty and majestic quality continuously mesmerizes
residents and draws visitors from throughout the world. Located in Watauga
County, near Boone and only a few hours from the hustle and bustle of bigger
cities, day and weekend getaways are possible, but most eventually return for a
much longer stay.
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RENTAL CABINS,
HOMES, CONDOS (81)
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EVENTS
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Valle
Crucis Watauga Riverfront property with 11.65 acres and 300
feet on the river. 180 degree view of Valle Crucis including DIRECT
VIEW OF GRANDFATHER  MOUNTAIN
and Mast General Store with a Southern exposure. Private estate lots -
only 6 tracts!!! Septic has been applied for a 4 bedroom home. Good access
with flat terrain. $495,000 (MLS # 78068) Call Terrie
Hayes, Broker-owner, Harbor Realty, Inc. 704-953-8844. Harbor
Realty site.
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Mountain
Sunrise.
This beautiful, new log cabin that has a 180
degree long-range view of over 60 miles of incredible beauty.  There
are two decks with authentic log chairs and a wonderful wooden swing
to sit and marvel and the view. The large hot tub is situated on the
upper deck overlooking the exquisite view. The interior has the best
mountain furniture with every detail of perfection. Sit in the
living room and look out on the view with a roaring fire in the wood
burning stove. Blue
Ridge Vacation Rentals site.
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Lazy Bear
Lodge. Overlooking historic Valle Crucis in the North
Carolina High Country, minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone
and  Blowing Rock,
our new log Bed and Breakfast mountain retreat is built from the
ground up with you in mind. A quiet and secluded setting, Lazy Bear
Lodge Bed and Breakfast is located on a paved road. The mountain
lodge is a 2-story log bed and breakfast with large comfortable
porches, sweeping views and plenty of privacy. Lazy
Bear Lodge site.
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Linville Caverns.
Located at the base of Humpback  Mountain
in the beautiful Linville Valley lies a natural wonder, Linville Caverns.
After remaining a mysterious secret for centuries, the caverns have been
opened for safe and convenient public touring. Through the ages, nature
has decorated this intriguing inner space with new deposits of minerals
forming elegant shapes, multiple textures, and splashing a spectrum of
color. Linville
Cavern site.
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Music in the Valle.
In
the summer enjoy free music concerts in the Park every Friday evening.
Bring a chair or blanket and a friend for the potluck dinner at 6 p.m.,
with music starting at 7 p.m.
Valle Crucis Community Park (828) 963-6511 ext.243 Valle
Crucis Park site.
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RESTAURANTS &
ENTERTAINMENT
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ARTISTS &
GALLERIES |
MERCHANTS & MORE |
Dutch
Creek Trails. Enjoy wooded trails, old farm fields, valley  views
along Dutch Creek, and southern hospitality. Whether you are an
experienced cowboy or a little "green," our skilled staff and
gentle horses make for a pleasant visit. Gather 'round the fire and give
your "dogs" a rest while Cowboy Keith delights you with stories
about life on the farm. Round up your kin folk and strap on your spurs for
some down-home fun! Dutch
Creek Trails site.
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River and
Earth Adventures. River
 and
Earth Adventures provides both locals and visitors alike the opportunity
to raft, cave, hike, canoe and kayak as means to explore the area.
Broadstone Road. 1 866 411 RAFT. River
and Earth Adventures site.
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Alta
Vista Gallery. Historic farmhouse in Valle Crucis, on National
Register of Historic Places. 15 minutes from Blowing Rock, Boone,  an
in our 18th year. Local art in oil and watercolor. Prints, giclees on
canvas. Area's largest selection of landscapes. Over 100 artists,
including Joan Sporn, Jean Baird, and folk artist Will Moses (heir to
Grandma Moses). Gifts: art tiles, pottery, jewelry, kaleidoscopes.
Historic property -- with porch-rockers and a view! Between Mast Inn and
Mast Store Annex. (15 minutes from Blowing Rock & Boone). Alta
Vista Gallery site.
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(For additional galleries
visit Boone
or Blowing
Rock )
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| Mast
General Store. Along the Mission Crossing Scenic By-way,
you'll discover an enchanted river valley, rustic countryside, and a place
Charles Kuralt called "a destination." That place is the Mast
General Store in the rural historic district of Valle Crucis. Since 1883,
we've been outfitting the Appalachians with traditional mercantile goods,
comfortable clothing, rugged footwear and quality outdoor gear for all
mountain seasons. When in the North Carolina High Country, we invite you
to warm up by our potbellied stove, mail a letter at our antique post
office and discover for yourself why...Some times are too good to leave
behind. Highway 194 (828) 963-6511 Mast
General Store site |
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