How to Celebrate this New Year’s Eve in Asheville, NC, to the Fullest!

Are you and your sweetheart craving something different to do together this New Year’s Eve? This year, treat yourself to the most magical New Year’s Eve ever by visiting Asheville, North Carolina, one of the most romantic destinations in the country! This area is not only filled with gorgeous scenery, but it also offers numerous things […]

See the Best Views Ever at the Chimney Rock State Park

Western North Carolina offers endless opportunities for adventure in the great outdoors!  If you’re looking for a great place to explore in this area, make sure to visit the Chimney Rock State Park. Located near the peaceful Lake Lure, this 1,000-acre rock is a piece of history that is not to be missed. This is an […]

Get One of the Best Burgers at Binion’s Roadhouse

Every now and then, you just need a cold drink, hearty burger, and comfortable restaurant to go to for dinner. When you visit the western North Carolina mountains, there is no better place to find just that than at Binion’s Roadhouse. When you visit, you’ll quickly realize that there is a reason that Binion’s Roadhouse […]

3 of The Best Reasons to Go to The Haunted Farm in Hendersonville, NC

If the start of the autumn season has you looking for haunted trails, spooky stories, and hair-raising attractions, you need to go to the Haunted Farm in Hendersonville, NC. Just 15-minutes outside of Asheville, you won’t find any real haunted farms in the area, but after a visit to “western North Carolina’s scariest attraction,” you […]

Experience the Culinary Scene of Hendersonville, North Carolina

One of the best aspects of being in the North Carolina mountains is our amazing food. Nearby farms supply many of our local restaurants with delicious ingredients. We at Orchard Inn use local ingredients as well, even some from our back yard! There are so many great restaurants in our area, especially nearby Hendersonville. They […]

Asheville’s Barnaroo Festival is Full of Music and Fun

One of the biggest draws to Asheville is our music. Fun and fresh, our local musicians take any genre and make it their own. From concerts, street artists, and even community drum circles, it fills every space of our area. Along with that, there are festivals to celebrate this central part of our culture. One […]

Henderson Heritage Museum: Why Visit 200 Years of Fascinating History

Henderson Heritage Museum is one of the most fascinating museums in Western NC, with its legendary accumulation of historical facts, photographs, and artifacts dating back to the 1700s. Western, NC, is rich with history, with many parts of North Carolina serving as pinnacle points in settlers’ movements out west. If you are a history buff […]

Test Your Game at These Asheville Golf Courses

Planning a trip filled with outdoor activities can be a lot of fun. When you come to the Western North Carolina Mountains, there are so many trails, waterfalls, and parks to explore. Another way to enjoy the outdoor scenery is at our nearby Asheville golf courses. Each of them offers something different in skill and […]

How to See the Best of Historic Asheville NC

When you think about visiting a new town, it can be quite an exciting thing. There are new activities to do, restaurants to eat at, and in Asheville’s case, amazing craft beer to try. Over the last several decades, Asheville has quickly risen to be a destination spot for many different things. First and foremost, […]

Where is the Best Hiking Near Asheville NC?

If you are unfamiliar with the Western North Carolina area, one thing that we are well known for is our outdoor life. When you have mountains like ours, you just want to spend as much of your time as you can being outside. We at Orchard Inn are so fortunate to not only live in […]