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Built between 1775 and 1780, The Carter Mansion is the oldest frame house in Tennessee along the Watauga River . The house was built by John Carter and his son Landon on the land bought from Cherokee Indians. The historic structure is believed to be the first house to have glass windows. Open between May - August, the house can be visited by appointments only.

This spectacular suspension bridge in Grandfather Mountain State Park enthralls visitors with the breathtaking vistas it has to offer. Measuring 228 feet (69.5 meters), the Mile High Swinging Bridge lies at an elevation of 5,305 feet (1,616 meters). A scenic road through the park winds along lush green foliage to reach the summit area, where visitors can further take a short road that leads to the magnificent bridge. While its name may suggest otherwise, the Mile High Swinging Bridge hardly swings but when the wind blows high, it can be heard "singing" like a harmonica. A souvenir shop located next to the entrance offers gifts, snacks, and other tidbits.

Moses H. Cone Memorial Park preserves the extensive country estate of its namesake, a noted conservationist whose dedication to the preservation of the region's natural heritage drove him to plant the white pines, hemlock hedges and apple trees that form a part of the estate. Several carriage, horse-riding and hiking trails traverse the expanses of the 3600-acre (1457-hectare) estate, centered around the majestic Flat Top Manor. Open seasonally, the historic manor is now the home of the Parkway Craft Center, which showcases the work of regional artists and hosts quilting, glass-blowing, weaving, pottery and other craft demonstrations. Visitors can also fish for bass and trout at the estate's artificial lakes, or join in a guided tour of the manor.

Flat Top Manor, also known as the Moses H. Cone Mansion is a manor house in Blowing Rock, which is also one of the city's leading attractions, frequented by nearly 230,000 visitors each year. Built in 1901 by Moses H. Cone, the house features a total of 23 rooms and used to be a symbol of luxury during its time. A prime example of Neo-Colonial architecture, the building is open to the public for guided tours around the home and the surrounding estate.

Amidst the lush green mountains at Linville Gorge, the Linville Falls is a beautiful waterfall that flows steeply down the gorge. The waterfall is surrounded by rocks that are covered in foliage and wildflowers. The waterfall is a popular tourist destination and has camping and RV sites nearby. Although climbing on the rocks by the waterfall and swimming in the water is prohibited, the place makes for picture-perfect sceneries.

Close to the mountain town of Boone is yet another picturesque destination, Banner Elk. Inhabited by a sparse population, this quaint town is the ideal host for that much-awaited winter vacation. Home to some of North Carolina’s largest ski resorts, the town attracts many a skiing enthusiast. The mélange of impressive staying, dining and shopping destinations has got the après ski experience covered. Adding to the small-town charm are the numerous child-friendly attractions such as Linville Caverns, Beech Mountain Bike Park and Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster. Combine the joys of adventure and leisure at this offbeat mountain getaway.