There’s a reason Southern Living calls the charming mountain town of Blowing Rock a “perfect mountain escape.” Located right off the Blue Ridge Parkway, the quaint town of Blowing Rock is packed with eclectic boutiques, local artists, its own craft brewery and several noteworthy eateries. For outdoor lovers, the area offers some of the best hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing and kayaking in the state, as well as magnificent mountain vistas from its namesake, The Blowing Rock. Race down 2390 feet of track with speeds reaching 27 mph on North Carolina’s first alpine coaster at Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster. Bring the whole family to Tweetsie Railroad for a Wild West Adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Reach for the sky at High Gravity
Adventures with their zip line tour, aerial adventure park and giant swing. Or visit the nature center and
walk on the mile-high swinging bridge at nearby Grandfather Mountain.
Beautiful Meadowbrook Inn
Combining casual country chic with an atmosphere of warming High Country hospitality, Meadowbrook Inn is a perfect escape for any kind of mountain adventurer. The tranquil mountain retreat is within walking distance of all the charming town has to offer, but secluded enough for soaking up the peaceful mountain mornings or enjoying a glass of wine next to the fire table on the stone terrace after a day of exploring. Meadowbrook Inn offers 62 cozy yet spacious rooms and suites that are furnished in a
traditional décor style that create a unique guest experience. Standard Rooms with Two Queen Beds are perfect for families or a group of friends, and Deluxe King Rooms feature upgraded amenities including fireplaces, sunrooms with hill views,and oversized bathrooms. A variety of suites feature a king bed
with a separate sitting area, along with upscale amenities such as air massage hydrotherapy tubs, fireplaces, wet bars, and open-air balconies. The two-floor Pool Suite, which is unique in North Carolina, features its own private swimming pool that is perfect for a romantic getaway or families with children.
Grab a complimentary bag of duck food at the front desk to feed the many wild ducks that call Meadowbrook Inn home. An educational heirloom vegetable and herb garden can be found by the duck pond, where guests can see a variety of plants that have been grown in the area for generations and pick an edible souvenir to take home. The hotel also proudly features the town of Blowing Rock’s first rooftop apiary, where two hives of Italian hybrid honey bees work hard to produce wildflower honey
that is available for purchase seasonally. As a certified “green” hotel and wildlife habitat committed to ensuring the long-term well-being of the environment and the community, Meadowbrook Inn also practices energy and water conservation.
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