The Quality Inn hotel is conveniently located just three miles from the North Carolina Granite Quarry. This Mount Airy Hotel is close to many Yadkin Valley vineyards, including Black Wolf Vineyards, Shelton Vineyards, Elk Run Vineyards and Old North State Winery. The Blue Ridge Parkway is just 14 miles away. Mount Airy is the birthplace of Andy Griffith. Visitors are invited to step back to a simpler time. A stroll down Main Street in the Friendly City will remind people of the town of Mayberry. Fans of The Andy Griffith Show can visit Floyd's City Barber Shop, Old Mayberry Jail, Snappy Lunch and Andy's childhood home. Pet Charge: 25.00 per stay. Maximum of 2 pets per room.
Take a trip to Asheboro, NC. Ashboro is also known as the city of the North Carolina Zoo. And that zoo, which you likely have not heard about, is...
You can check out the Nasher Museum in Downtow Durham, and if the weather is warm (and it usually is) stroll through Duke Gardens.
I've rented a cabin in Cowee valley mid October and inquiring about best drives/spots to see the fall colors. Thanks!