Asheville Snow Vacation

Then you better plan a spur-of-the moment vacation to our Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville while it’s cold. We have openings in several of our vacation rentals for 2 up to 6 people. Yes, the ski resorts make snow when the temps are freezing and it lasts and lasts even when weather warms. Though we… Read more »

5 Reasons Why Winter is the Best Time to Visit Asheville

Food, Food, Food, Food, Food Views, Views,Views,Views,Views That about says it all but here’s more; It’s Asheville Restaurant Week January 21-27th. There are so many of the independent, eclectic restaurants that are offering great prices (with a selected menu) like a 3 course dinner for $32. Our personal favorites are Curate, Tupelo Honey, and The… Read more »

Paris (of the South) in the Spring

Asheville has been called “The Paris of the South” for a century but no one really thinks it can hold a candle to Paris, France. However, we came up with similarities and will let YOU decide.   People love to get their feet on the street and experience the unique feel of a small town… Read more »

Get your Moog on!

Today begins the 5 day Moog Festival in Asheville, NC dedicated to the synthesis of technology, art, science and music. Artists, engineers, and enthusiasts of Bob Moog pay tribute to the legacy of the analog synthesizer guru who made his home here. Featuring landmark performances by groups we’ve never heard of like: electronic music pioneers… Read more »

Dog’s Just Wanna have F-un

Romping up to Buzzard’s Roost  (one of our many wooded nature trails) at pet-friendly Cloud 9. You want your dog to have all the outdoor experiences they deserve, don’t you. Be prepared to have their instincts unleashed as they sniff the deer and wild turkey and an occasional bear. Do you think the owner stayed… Read more »

Night time Campfires

Time to light the fires at Cloud 9 on these cold nights. We provide the wood and fire starter (unless you want to use your Scout skills). You bring the marshmallows. Or sit and listen to the hoot owls between crackling embers. Better yet, bring a friend who knows how to play a mean guitar…. Read more »

Campfire any Season

We have the wood ready for your campfire at Cloud 9 Relaxation Home. Kids love the building of the fire in the stone fire ring because it means scouring the woods for poker sticks and marshmallow sticks. But then this is where “roasting” a marshmallow turns into “whoops, it caught on fire!” OK, I know… Read more »