The website gay.journey.com lists a number of gay resorts in North Carolina. These resorts are either operated by gays or lesbians, are frequented by gays, or both. Many of these resorts have classy furnished cabins with complete amenities and nicely decorated furnishings. In addition, they are located in scenic areas near a lot of attractions, yet they're private.
Proprietors Steven and Mark welcome guests to this resort without regard to age, sex, race, sexual orientation, religion or political affiliation. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Ash Grove is on 14 acres of a forested mountaintop with beautiful sights. It has four fully furnished cabins in varying configurations, shaded RV sites and walk-to tent camping. Guests enjoy a hot tub, stone bonfire pit, small playground, badminton and horseshoes, a small stream and waterfall, and a coin laundry. Hiking and biking trails are nearby, as well as golf courses, fishing, shopping, dining and cultural activities. There is free Wi-Fi service in the cabins and near the office.
Ash Grove Mountain Cabins & Camping
749 East Fork Road
Brevard, NC 28712
828-885-7216
ash-grove.com
Scottish Woods is a secluded getaway on 26 acres, with luxurious log cabins, nature trails and nearby attractions. Each of the three Scottish-themed cabins are smoke-free and can accommodate up to six persons. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, gas grill, hot tub, fireplace with firewood and fire starter, queen-size beds with linens, blankets and towels. Other features include satellite TV, DVD/VHS players and a library of tapes, free wireless Internet access and local calls. A vineyard and a gazebo lead to a mile-long trail where woodpeckers, squirrels, deer, rabbits, hawks and other wildlife may be seen or heard. The resort can be the base for going to nearby areas that have motorcycle mountain roads, golf courses, antique shops, rafting, kayaking, fishing and horseback riding.
Scottish Woods Log Cabin Resort
1517 Moccasin Creek Rd
Murphy, NC 28906-4127
828-837-5678
scottishwoods.com
Simplicity Springs is a peaceful, private retreat open yearlong. Just four miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, it sits in more than two acres of forest and wetlands on the side of Mt. Paron, with a spring, creek and nature trails. Its 375-square-foot studio apartment can sleep four people, and offers many amenities: a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom, central air-conditioner and heater, satellite TV, dial-up Internet access, free long-distance phone and fax, workout gym, and a hot tub in the covered front porch. The resort isn't far from hiking, biking, golf, skiing, rafting and horseback riding. Pet-friendly, private entrance, views.
Simplicity Springs
479 Mt. Paron Road
Deep Gap, NC 28618
828-265-1053
simplicitysprings.com
