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Scenic Route:
From 40 West take exit 53A going south on Alt 74 then turn onto the Blue Ridge Parkway South. Take Blue Ridge Parkway till you cross the French Broad River then exit (Milepost 393.6:) Turn right at light (NC 191 /Brevard Rd.) and travel along the French Broad River for one mile, take first left on Clayton Rd. go half a mile turn left onto Parkway Lane.
Fast Route:
From 40 West take Hwy. 26 then take exit 37 cross over French Broad River take first right at light (Clayton Rd.) then less than a mile take a right onto Parkway Lane
Location On Map : Latitude 35.491036 By Longitude -82.573250
With more than its share of spectacular natural beauty and seemingly endless variety of interesting and exciting things to do and see, Asheville is an unforgettable experience. It is a place where you can browse through the unusual shops in a downtown with more art deco architecture than any other southeastern city except Miami Beach. Where you can learn about the boyhood of a great American author at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. You'll find the history of this region is as rich and colorful as its scenery. Indeed, whether you're looking for mountain adventure, or a peaceful visit to a charming highland city, Asheville is a place that has it all
Of course, no drive into Asheville would be complete without a visit to the Biltmore Estate. The 8,000-acre estate includes the 250-room Biltmore House, which is America's largest private home, as well as many acres of gardens and woodlands, restaurants, shops, and the nation's most-visited winery.
On the parkway to the south, be sure to visit the North Carolina Arboretum, perfect before or after your big-city visit (if you're coming from the south, visit here first). Miles of nature trails offer leisurely walking and challenging hiking, with cultivated gardens reflecting the unique culture of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The state-of-the-art greenhouse is truly a colorful highlight to visit. And, just two miles down the road, alongside the French Broad River is Parkway Lane... where a 100 year old log cabin awaits...romantics who seek something special.
