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Beautiful views:
The best of the mountains in one place! Chimney Rock Park is a scenic attraction located 25 minutes from where you are staying.with spectacular 75-mile views, numerous hiking trails, a 404-foot waterfall, Nature Center, picnicking and more.
Also be sure and check out DuPont State Forest Waterfalls.
Music/Film:
Nearby is Brevard and there is rock and roll at The Orange Peel in downtown Asheville. Did you know that Asheville has its own symphony? You never know whats happening in Asheville's Civic Center. And you should check out the dance scene here. Visit Asheville's home for art and independent film, www.fineartstheatre.com , the very exciting Asheville Film Festival.
Festivals:
Throughout the year there are many festivals in the area. One of the best is LEAF, which happens twice a year, once in October and once in May. The very big one is Bele Chere, which happens the last weekend in July. Join the 350,000+ people that flock to downtown Asheville each year for three days of Bele Chere. Eight stages provide performances by 100 local and national musical acts. Lots of food, great art and crafts, and many other activities make Bele Chere a fun event for all.
Outdoor Activities :
Wake up and bird watch right from the cabin. Sharon Spring has a beautiful wooded trail, and your host can give you directions to spectacular hikes just ten minutes away from the cabin - we have great hiking right here in Fairview!
This is the place to take a gentle walk and see great flowers and trees, all nicely labled: the NC Arboretum. Hiking in Graveyard Fields is always a welcome afternoon, as well as the ever-popular Sliding Rock.
To take a raft trip check out the offerings at the Nantahala Outdoor Center. Taking a walk at the Biltmore Estate is one of the reasons people flock to this area. Also only a short drive from the cabin is Lake Lure - the perfect little town. If you're looking for adventure sports in Lake Lure, the Lake Lure NC Adventure Company is great. One of the best area maps for hiking is here.
Food / Drink:
In Fairview near the cabin, visit the Local Joint. On the way to Asheville, the Piazza. You can find whatever you like to eat Downtown! Doc Chey's Noodle House is my favorite. Be sure to check ou the Asheville Brews Cruise.
Organic produce is available at our locally owned Trout Lily Market (on Rte. 74A).
Arts/Crafts:
There are so many places. Explore the RiverArts District in Asheville and see 150 artist studios and galleries. Then peek at the Southern Highland Guild. Perfectly wonderful, handmade items.
Recommended in Fairview
Sharon Spring Cabin is situated in one of the most perfect locations for great things to do while you're here in Asheville. Toward town, there is a plethora of Asheville related things to do, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, The WNC Nature Center, the eclectic downtown music scene and so much more.
In Fairview, the home of Sharon Spring Cabin, you will be hard-pressed to find such local splendor anywhere else in the region. The Hickory Nut Gap Farm, only a few minutes up the road is the local organic farm; offering apples (take a tour in the fall!), organic meats and so many fun farm animals.
Another local gem, the Flying Cloud Farm in Fairview is dedicated to producing local vegetables and other sustainable goods for market and local produce offerings. A true family owned and run business, Flying Cloud is proud to offer only the best from Fairview.
Cane Creek Asparagus & Company CSA: Our Local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). www.CaneCreekCSA.com
Stay at Sharon Spring Cabin and volunteer at The Lord's Acre, our beautiful community garden to feed the hungry.
Horseback riding can also be a great adventure, a local, Annie Ager, offers her services to those interested during certain portions of the year (mostly in the summer and fall) - inquire when making reservations. Although not unique to just Fairview, these self-sustaining ecologically friendly and organic farms are an indispensible resource and rich cultural tool that so many locals rely on year-round for their needs.
