The Grove Park Inn

While Asheville NC is known for the Biltmore house, there is another property that is majestic with breathtaking views of the mountains and Blue Ridge Parkway. The Grove Park Inn was built in 1913 by E. W. Grove. While the tonic he created to help people with malaria vanished long ago, the Inn he built using his wealth, lives on. From 10 presidents to F. Scott Fitzgerald to George Gershwin, the halls have been graced by many note-worthy people. It has the feel of the great lodges found in the national parks. The exterior and large walk-in fireplaces have boulders form the local quarries. And the great room has panoramic views of the Smokies and community in the valley below.