North Carolina’s Outer Banks is a vacationer’s dream come true. At the Outer Banks Beach Club II, you’ll feel like the beach is your own private paradise. Where the Wright brothers first took flight, Kill Devil Hills is rich in history and has several notable points of interest for those curious about the United States’ beginning.This unique vacation retreat is full of reminders of time gone by. Visit the resort, and you’ll see why it’s one of the Outer Banks’ most popular locations.
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Wyndham Resort at Fairfield Harbour
Wyndham Harbour/Windjammer Villas II is located within Wyndham Harbour, situated on the Neuse River. The resort has three outdoor pools and a recreation center with an indoor pool. Enjoy tennis courts, two 18-hole golf courses, a miniature golf course, a whirlpool, and boat slips that can accommodate boats up to 60 feet in length. If you’re a boating enthusiast, rentals can be found in New Bern and Morehead City. Note: One outdoor pool at the recreation center is available at no charge. Two additional pools have fees.
Barrier Island Station-Duck
You’ll find Barrier Island Station nestled amid sand dunes and sea oats. One of the northernmost communities on the Outer Banks, Duck offers some of the last remaining unspoiled beachfronts on the Eastern seaboard. Both the Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound offer excellent water-sports opportunities. The resort has many amenities. When it’s time for a change from the oceanfront, you can swim in the indoor or outdoor pools, play a set of tennis, or just relax in the whirlpool, sauna, or steam room.
Peppertree Maggie Valley
Nestled high in the Great Smoky Mountains, Peppertree Maggie Valley is a wonderful escape from the ordinary. Whether you’re a golfer, angler, or nature enthusiast, western North Carolina will captivate your heart. The resort is located across the street from The Maggie Valley Country Club, the site of four North Carolina Open Golf Tournaments. All Peppertree guests are invited to play the club’s championship course. Peppertree has an an arrangement with the Waynesville Recreational facility five miles away, where you can use its indoor pool, water park, and excercise equipment for a fee.
Blue Ridge Village
Blue Ridge Village is set in the woods of Banner Elk where you can unwind, relax and breathe in the clean mountain air. Whether you are a hiker, sightseer or shopper, you will have plenty to do around the resort. The scenic backdrop of the Pisgah National Forest is a playground for nature lovers of all types. For skiing enthusiasts, there are several ski slopes just minutes away including Sugar Mountain and Hawksnest Golf & Ski resort.
Hikers can enjoy the breathtaking views from Grandfather Mountain and Blowing Rock. Canoers and kayakers can take a leisurely float down one of the nearby rivers, or can test their skills with level III rapids. If you’re looking for local culture, drive on in to Boone, N.C., for a taste of this vibrant college town’s nightlife, restaurants and art. No matter how you spend your time in this Western North Carolina retreat, your comfortable villa will be calling you home time and time again.
Whispering Woods II
Whispering Woods II is located in an extensive resort community that features on-site amenities including a 27-hole golf course, an outdoor pool and hot tub, four tennis courts, and a restaurant. Winding through the area’s attractive landscape are roads suitable for bicycling and jogging. Surrounding the resort is Mount Hood National Forest, accented with lakes, waterfalls, glaciers, and extensive hiking trails. Mount Hood is always snowcapped, allowing year-round skiing. For a change of pace, take a side trip into Portland.
Whispering Woods
Whispering Woods is located in an extensive resort community that features on-site amenities including a 27-hole golf course, an outdoor pool and hot tub, four tennis courts, and a restaurant. Winding through the area’s attractive landscape are roads suitable for bicycling and jogging. Surrounding the resort is Mount Hood National Forest, accented with lakes, waterfalls, glaciers, and extensive hiking trails. Mount Hood is always snowcapped, allowing year-round skiing. For a change of pace, take a side trip into Portland.
Shell Vacations Club at Whispering Woods II
Whispering Woods is located in an extensive resort community that features on-site amenities including a 27-hole golf course, an outdoor pool and hot tub, four tennis courts, and a restaurant nearby. Winding through the area’s attractive landscape are roads suitable for bicycling and jogging. Surrounding the resort is Mount Hood National Forest, accented with lakes, waterfalls, glaciers, and extensive hiking trails. Mount Hood is always snowcapped, allowing year-round skiing. For a change of pace, take a side trip into Portland.
The Ridge at Sunriver
The Ridge offers 46 elegant and spacious vacation condominiums on nearly seven acres of tall pines. On-site amenities include a private swimming pool, tennis court, and year-round spa. The resort is secluded and relaxing yet conveniently located in the heart of nationally recognized Sunriver resort. Activities include 33 miles of paved walking/biking trails, two championship golf courses, horseback riding, and fishing on the sparkling Deschutes River. Mount Bachelor, only 18 miles away, offers some of the finest skiing and winter activities found anywhere.
Eagle Crest
Eagle Crest Resort features an extensive list of outdoor and indoor activities. Built on more than 1,200 acres, the resort provides opportunities to fish, swim, or golf on one of the three 18-hole golf courses. For fun, try the 18-hole putting course. Take a walk or jog along the almost seven miles of trails, including two miles along the scenic Deschutes River. Mount Bachelor is 38 miles away and offers the finest in winter skiing and sledding