Some of the best memories we have as adults are those from family vacations during our own childhood, where everyone piled into the same car and headed out for new adventures without knowing exactly what to expect – except loads of fun and togetherness. When planning your next adventure in the high country of North Carolina, head to the conveniently located Riverside Log Cabins found in Blowing Rock.
This log cabin resort is ideal if you want to be near to a variety of activities the whole family will enjoy.
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Perched on the banks of the Middle Fork of the New River, the property offers a number of ways to reconnect with nature including a fire pit next to the water.
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The cabins are equipped with heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Each rustic wood cabin includes a pull-out sofa that’s ideal for the kids or guests.
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A kitchen, private bath, and a private bedroom with a queen bed provide all the comforts of home.
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A visit to this river cabin resort could easily fill an entire week with activities — and then some!
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The resort is conveniently located only a few miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway Blowing Rock/Highway 221 exit.
Riverside Log Cabins The property is nestled along a greenway trail that leads to a number of attractions that are within walking distance.
The kids, especially, will treasure memories from a visit to the famous Mystery Hill attraction.
Tripadvisor/Management With so many wacky things to see and do, it’s a visit that’s sure to be the subject of much conversation afterward. Next door to Mystery Hill, explore a gem mine and more. As if that weren’t enough, Tweetsie Railroad is only a short walk from the resort.
Other nearby activities include plenty of hiking trails that lead to waterfalls, mountain views, and more.
Flickr/Christine Maybourne The Rough Ridge Hiking Trail, pictured here, is found on the Blue Ridge Parkway and only a short drive away. Read more about this loved trail here.
No visit to Blowing Rock would be complete without a visit to The Blowing Rock.
TripAdvisor/Charlotte M Only steps from the parking area with no hiking required, North Carolina’s oldest outdoor attraction has captivated onlookers for centuries or longer. Read more about it in this article.
The most famous bridge in North Carolina is only minutes from Riverside Log Cabins.
TripAdvisor/Blueboss573 The Linn Cove Viaduct was the last completed section of the Blue Ridge Parkway and is among the most photographed locations in the mountains. Read more about the history of this famous bridge here.
And while in the vicinity, visit the property known as Flat Top Manor. While the home itself is fascinating, it’s the grounds and the walking paths that garner the most attention from visitors.
TripAdvisor/Lynne C Read more about it in this previous article.
Take an easy family vacation at this resort in Blowing Rock. Why stay in a hotel on vacation when you can rent an entire cabin for a comparable price? Riverside Log Cabins are open year-round and prices are surprisingly affordable! For more information, please visit the resort’s official website.
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The property is nestled along a greenway trail that leads to a number of attractions that are within walking distance.
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With so many wacky things to see and do, it’s a visit that’s sure to be the subject of much conversation afterward. Next door to Mystery Hill, explore a gem mine and more. As if that weren’t enough, Tweetsie Railroad is only a short walk from the resort.
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The Rough Ridge Hiking Trail, pictured here, is found on the Blue Ridge Parkway and only a short drive away. Read more about this loved trail here.
TripAdvisor/Charlotte M
Only steps from the parking area with no hiking required, North Carolina’s oldest outdoor attraction has captivated onlookers for centuries or longer. Read more about it in this article.
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The Linn Cove Viaduct was the last completed section of the Blue Ridge Parkway and is among the most photographed locations in the mountains. Read more about the history of this famous bridge here.
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Read more about it in this previous article.
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Address: 189 Mystery Hill Ln, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA
