Area Offerings
Child-Friendly Information:
- The Health Adventure - 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828.254.6373
- NC Arboretum – 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, North Carolina 28806-9315 Phone: 828-665-2492
- WNC Nature Center – 75 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28805 Phone 828-298-5600
- The Fun Depot – 7 Roberts Road – Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 866-303-4FUN
- Tropical Gardens Mini Golf & Batting Cages – 956 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC Phone: 828.252.2207
- Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County – 400 North Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 Phone: 828.698.1977
- Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education – 475-C Fish Hathery Road, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 Phone: 828.877.4423
- Sandy Bottom Trail Rides - 1459 Caney Fork Rd., Marshall, NC 28753 – 800.959.3513 – Open year-round
- Wildwater Ltd. Rafting (ages 4 and up) – 800.762.2463
- For more ideas, check out: Kid Friendly Asheville
- Jake Rusher Park – a public park located across the street from the Inn. This is a well-maintained park and it includes playground equipment for children and toddlers, plus a big field for kids to run around. There is a sidewalk around the park, good for walking.
Pet-Friendly Information:
- French Broad River Park – 180 Amboy Rd (and Lyman Avenue) – 10-15 min. drive from the Inn
One of Asheville’s most beautiful parks, the park meanders alongside the French Broad River, and features a vast area of open green space with old trees, a wildflower garden, a paved trail, a gazebo, picnic tables and grills, an observation deck, and a small playground. The Dog Park features a large fenced-in area made for exercising and socializing your pooch! It features a fenced in one acre lot with wood chips, fresh water, dog waste bags and disposal, and it’s leash-less. There is no separate area for small and large dog separation (although my 9- and 12-lb dogs did just fine with the big boys). There is a great trail system, picnic facilities, and wonderful access to the river for doggy swimming!
- Azalea Park Dog Park – 498 Azalea Road – 20-25 min. drive from the Inn
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Cost: FREE
This 155-acre park has been developed as one of Asheville’s top parks. The John B. Lewis Soccer complex (4 soccer fields) is open with lots more special features to come including trails, picnic areas, disc golf, lakes, a retreat center, the historic Thomas Wolfe cabin and much more. The Dog Park features two separate fenced areas, one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Separate Parking for pet owners. There is a gazebo in the large dog area.
Doggie Daycare/Boarding/Groomers:
- At Play With Sparky – 542 Short McDowell Street, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828.254.5772
- Happy Tails Country Club – 1984 Cane Creek Road, Fletcher, NC 28732 Phone: 828.628.8510
- Arden TLC Groomers (Daycare/Boarding) – Phone: 828.687.7080
- King Pup’s (Grooming & Playcare) – 2615 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828.277.7077
Pet Sitter/Pet Walker:
- The Innkeeper (Leslie) is happy to walk your dog(s) while you are out. She will walk your dog(s) around Jake Rusher Park next to the Inn. Walks usually last between 15-25 minutes. Cost is $10 per walk.
- Sue Diamond – Diamond Pet Sitting Service – 828.891.8262
- Tamara Gordon – Happy Tails Pet Sitting – 828.676.0617
Pet-Related Links:
www.PetFriendlyAsheville.com
www.PetsWelcome.com
www.petfriendlytravel.com
www.TRIPSwithPets.com
