Steeles Tavern Manor Bed and Breakfast and Cabins - MP 27.2, Manor house on 50 acres w/ 5 guest rooms, 3 cabins available, fishing pond and pool. www.steelestavern.com (540) 377-9494.

From almost 7,000 acres of Hanging Rock State Park to 58 miles
of the Dan River, Stokes County offers outdoor entertainment for
everyone. Hiking, kayaking, golfing, antiquing, farm tours,
mountain biking and much more! HangingRock.com (336) 593-2496.

8 mi. from Parkway, exit MP 305.1, Hwy 221 S. to 184 N. Enjoy golf, clay tennis courts, mountain biking, scenic lift rides, rafting, gem mining, skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, and ice skating. Stay for a special event like Oktoberfest or SugarFest. Ample lodging from efficiency to large homes, for information visit www.seesugar.com.

Resort Real Estate & Rentals at Sugar Mountain - 3390 Tynecastle Hwy, Banner Elk NC 28604. Fully equipped homes, condos. Cabins on Sugar. Rent by day/wk/mo. Book online 24/7. www.staysugarmountain.com (800) 438-4555.

Sugar Tree Inn - 3/4 mi W. of MP 27 is a haven of natural beauty called The Sugar Tree. Set on 28 acres at 2800 feet, the inn is a place of peace and tranquility. Relax in rustic elegance and enjoy 40-mile views from our front porch. Wood-burning fireplaces in every room. A full country breakfast is included; dinner is available for inn guests with advance reservations. www.sugartreeinn.com (540) 377-2197.

The Sunset Motel - 523 S Broad St. (downtown area). Kitschy remodeled retro motor court, 20 unique rooms. www.thesunsetmotel.com (828) 884-9106.

Super 8 - 111 South St. 1/4 mile from Shen Natl Park. Located near historic downtown & restaurants. Free cont. breakfast & free WiFi. (540) 636-4888.

Surry NC, S of the Parkway on Hwys. 21, 18, 89 and 52. Lodging, Restaurants, Shopping, Wineries, Outdoor Recreation, and more! www.verysurry.com (877) 999-8390.

Swiss Mountain Village - 2324 Flat Top Rd. Blowing Rock NC. 1/4 mile from Park. 40 cabins and swiss style chalets for retreat, fishing pond, relaxation. www.swissmountain.com

Switzerland Cafe & General Store - Hwy 226A, Milepost 334. Check Google listing for hours. Serving lunch Easter - Halloween. Imported beers, wines & cheeses, picnic supplies, T-shirts, crafts. www.switzerlandcafe.com (828) 765-5289.

Switzerland Inn & Chalet Restaurant - Located directly on Parkway. Established in 1910. Variety of accommodations including mountain view suites, cottages & rooms in the main lodge. Chalet Restaurant serves three meals daily. Gracious casual atmosphere with old world charm. Tennis, golf privileges, swimming, fire pit, unique shops on property. Milepost 334. PO Box 399, Little Switzerland, NC 28749. www.switzerlandinn.com. (828) 765-2153 (800) 654-4026.

The adventure tourism capital of the Appalachians, Tazewell County is home to the best ATV trails, motorcycle routes including the famed “Back of the Dragon”, hiking, biking and other adventures in the mid Atlantic region.  Aside from adventure tourism, the scenic vistas in this county are to be matched by none – it is a photographer’s paradise!

The Crooked Road - Virginia's Heritage Music Trail. Visit the place where America's Music was born...and lives on. www.thecrookedroad.org  (276) 492-2409.

The Georges Historic Boutique Hotel - 11 N. Main St. 12 mi. from US 60 exit. Deluxe rooms/suites, two restaurants, on site free parking. www.thegeorges.com (540) 463-2500.

The Pedalin' Pig - 4235 NC Hwy 105. Open daily 11am-9pm. Southern style BBQ, ribs, brisket, chicken, trout. Inside/outside dine-in/takeout. Large, easy parking, WiFi. www.thepedalinpig.com

The Pines Cottages - Vintage cabins & cottages with modern amenities. 9 mi. from MP 376. 6 mi. to downtown Asheville. www.ashevillepines.com (828) 645-9661.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Asheville-Biltmore Village Area - I-40 #50/50B near Biltmore Estate, downtown Asheville and walking distance to Historic Biltmore Village. (828) 277-0026 or (800) 465-4329. www.holidayinn.com/biltmorearea

Thistle Meadow Winery - Family-owned winery located 3 mi. from MP 246. Over 30 kinds of wines made. WiFi available. www.thistlemeadowwinery.com (800) 233-1505.

Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest - Experience Thomas Jefferson. Discover his personal retreat. Step into his private world. Through guided house tours visitors will be welcomed March 15 - December 30, 7 days a week from 10-4 to rediscover Thomas Jefferson. Located near Lynchburg, VA. www.poplarforest.org. Call (434) 534-8120.

Toe River Campground - 225 Patience Park Rd. M.P. 344 - Apprx. 10 miles North on Hwy. 80. Family campground on South Toe River. toeriver@yanceycountync.gov www.toerivercampground.com (828) 675-5104.