This is a great ski resort for family with small kids, they have private and group ski lessons and…read morechildren and adults. I booked the private lessons for my little ones and hubby, they all learned so much and got very comfortable after 1 hour lesson, great techniques. I love that the ski resort is smaller than all the other ones, family friendly with 2 different bunny slopes, great for kids to practice as first timer. Ski rental was efficient and we got our gears quickly. I recommend to buy the tickets and reserve the lessons online so you don't need to wait there. Overall, wonderful, fun experience despite the weather was rainy and foggy. We made the best out of our time at the resort. Highly recommended!

We had a great time, we arrived 30 minutes late for our snow tubing appointment and the person…read moreassisting us was super kind by letting us in even though they were booked with appointments. I recommend this places we had a lot of fun!

One of two cabins we stayed at for our ski trip was rented through Mrs. Margarita Elordi, who owns…read morea 4-bed, 3-bath cabin at the base of the mountain where Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is located. The cabin is located just off Puncheon Fork Rd. in the Wolf Creek community. The drive from the cabin to the ski resort is about 10 to 15 minutes. Once you leave Puncheon Fork for the cabin, the roads are not paved. Instead, they are gravel all the way. While the cabin is not located too far from the road, if there is snow or ice on the ground, a four-wheel drive vehicle is highly recommended. Almost necessary, I would say. The cabin was very nice. It was a log cabin that looked fairly new. The cabin slept 12 people and, for the most part, was spacious. The kitchens and bathrooms were impressive from the sinks to the countertops to the appliances. Very modern. Most rooms slept two, although there was one room with three sets of bunk beds (to sleep six, military barracks style). The master bedroom bath had a small Jacuzzi. The master bedroom also had a TV and DVD player and there was another small one downstairs. The main living room/kitchen area was great for our large group. We had difficulty getting the fire in the fireplace to stick. It was a traditional fireplace as opposed to the convenient gas fireplace we had in our other cabin at Scenic Wolf Resort. I liked the open kitchen with island counter and picnic table/bench-style seating for community meals. The stairs to the top led to a game room with pool table and poker table. There wasn't a whole lot of room to operate upstairs in the "game room" (e.g. the short spaces made many pool shots awkward). However, it sufficed. I did like how we could look down into the living room and kitchen from the game room. The place as a whole was decorated quite nicely and definitely got us in mountain vacation mode. Wi-Fi speed was excellent and there was cell phone service (the same cannot be said at the top of the mountain). Cabin price was reasonable. Overall, I thought this cabin was an excellent choice for our large group of skiers.

We rented the eagle's nest cabin for a family weekend getaway and we had a wonderful time! It was a…read moregood price and the off season, so there not many people in the resort, but we had a blast! it was serene and secluded. Fabulous views and a bit of a stomach turner of a drive to get there....It would be difficult to drive there during a storm, i surmise. Our house, the Eagles Nest had many of the amenities we needed for a vacation home. The house did need a cleaning, It seems that it does not get too much house keeping because there were ant all over the main floor/dining area. BUt we were able to make do and ignore it for the few days we were there. It was a beautiful house otherwise, with very good 3 story accommodations for an extended family to share. We enjoyed our stay in May, great weather and nice people at the resort!

We have a house in western North Carolina, so Cataloochee is technically our local ski hill. We…read morelive full-time in Florida, so skiing isn't something we get to do very often, but we always make a point to spend a couple days a year here, and it's always an enjoyable experience. Around holidays things can get a little hectic, especially with the rental lines, but that's to be expected at a smaller ski area. The staff has always been friendly and helpful, and overall it's a great little day hill to get our skiing fix in between trips out west. We've made a lot of good family memories here over the years and will definitely keep coming back.

That's our second time in Catakoochee and I think we are done. They gave natural snow but they…read morecomplete with artificial one and that's fine for us. The problem for us it's they don't have an kids area, as a lot of places do. If you don't go there to show or ski there isn't anything to do, other places have like kids area that you can play in the snow or do sliding. But at least my daughter saw again snow and got the "Elsa feeling" Food was good there (burguer) but took so long to be done, prices of food were OK, for sky I considered expensive as the size of the mountain

Our experience at Sugar Mountain Resort was extremely disappointing…read more We are complete beginners and had never skied before. The resort is advertised as "beginner-friendly" with good instructors, so we felt confident choosing this place for our first experience. We arrived just one hour after opening and were told there were no private lessons available for the entire day. Not only that - it was impossible to book anything in advance. If you are on vacation, apparently you have to show up at 7 AM and fight for a spot just to maybe get a lesson. It felt very disorganized. It seems like the number of instructors is very limited because it's more profitable for them to sell group lessons. Since there were no private options, we had to take a group lesson. There were 8 people in the group, possibly more. The instructor was honestly terrible. We didn't understand anything, and whenever we said we were confused, he just replied that we were "doing great" without actually explaining anything properly. It felt like he just wanted to rush through the lesson as quickly as possible and move on to the next group. We were immediately taken to a small slope, which was already challenging for people who had never even stood on skis before. No one properly explained the basics. Most importantly, we were never clearly shown how to fall safely - which is essential for beginners. By the end of the lesson, we hadn't learned how to properly snowplough stop (the pizza technique) or make snowplough turns. At the very end, the instructor took us to a slightly steeper slope and just said, "Follow me." It ended in chaos. Everyone went down however they could. I was pulled toward the magic carpet lift twice, had to take off my skis, and that was it. We left frustrated and upset. Our first skiing experience was completely ruined. We genuinely started to feel like skiing just wasn't for us. Ironically, watching YouTube videos that evening was more helpful than the lesson we paid for. Thankfully, we later went to Appalachian Ski Mountain, and the difference was unbelievable. You can book everything online in advance - lessons, equipment, everything. We initially booked one instructor because that was all that showed online, but when we arrived, they were able to find two more instructors so each of us could have a proper private lesson. The instructors there were friendly, patient, and explained all the fundamentals clearly. Within one hour we learned how to snowplough stop (pizza), make snowplough turns, and confidently ski on green runs. We actually enjoyed skiing and left happy and excited. If you are a beginner, I strongly recommend going to Appalachian Ski Mountain instead. Otherwise, your first skiing experience might completely discourage you from this sport.

Check-in was simple, code for the entryway worked with no issues. Very clean! Plenty of space with…read morealmost everything you'll need in the kitchen. Bed was in good condition overall. Games available which the kids loved. The view was great and they also have a bumper pool table in the dining room although it's a little lopsided (makes it more challenging and fun actually!) Check-out was easy as well. We are going to be coming back many more times, and hope to stay in this specific room and with this rental company as it was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this company as well as this unit.

Really short tubing track with a very long line. The hill ends in a gravel area and an inflatable…read moreback stop. If you are lucky, you hit it from the side. If you're not, you either get pushed in half from behind or laid out as you skid underneath it. Either way, it is super dangerous. It was a lot of money for 4 of us and there is a giant "no refunds" sign on the window. Just save yourself the trouble and go somewhere else.

Great activity for the family. Staff members were helpful and very kind. 2 hour session was enough…read moreto zoom down the slope over a dozen times. Would recommend to anyone during the season. My daughter had an absolute blast the entire time!

I haven't been skiing in forever, and because our holiday cruise fell through, we chose to do a ski…read moretrip that was within driving distance to Atlanta, GA. Little did I know, or maybe I just forgot, that my girlfriend frequented ski resorts growing up, but hasn't been in over a decade. Having done extensive research, I chose Beech Mountain. This is a resort town and the surrounding areas felt like we weren't in the U.S. The quaint village was so welcoming and relaxing and it was amazing to hear several different languages at this resort - Ukrainian, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and more. We arrived after it had snowed so it was the perfect winter escape. I recommend renting your equipment, if you don't already have yours. We chose White Wolf lodge to rent our skis, poles, and boots and the process was quick and the workers were friendly. Heading to the mountains, we decided to do the twilight and the entire resort and property felt like a real vacation overseas vacation. They had various buildings and houses that operated as standalone restaurants, rental shops, and more. Additionally, we were so excited to be there we didn't realize we got on the wrong lift that took us up to the very top for a black diamond slope. Because I haven't been skiing as much as my girlfriend, I took her lead and followed her, which was a big mistake. Let's just say I have never had more fun then wiping out face first in front of experience skiers and snowboarders. Once we eventually made it down the slope we found a more user friendly slope that we conquered with perfection and then we upgraded to intermediate slope. We continued skiing for several hours and the night time views from the lift were stunning. The pictures here don't begin to reveal how beautiful it was. SIDE NOTE: for any beginning skiers, it is not as intimating as you may think. Just be confident, listen to instructions, and by all means don't be afraid to fall.

Amazing experience thanks to lovely people. Our ski instructor, Peter Soria, was absolutely…read morefabulous today. He demonstrated the utmost patience and exceptional guidance with our children. He truly went above and beyond to accommodate our family and ensure that our kids had the best day possible on the mountain. It was a very chaotic day, and without Peter, I can't imagine how it would have gone. Skiing with four young boys is challenging, to say the least, but Peter handled everything with calm, kindness, and professionalism. He is phenomenal and deserves to be celebrated all year long at Beech Mountain.

This place is a charming, gem of a place! The customer service bus outstanding (Dave and Fred). The…read moreInn is purposely dated in decor and clean. Feels like you stepped back in time to an old ski Inn. Beautiful views and about 5 min from Beech Skiil slopes. Dave is a chef. Highly recommend the pizza. Hand tossed and brick oven baked.

Our kids try skiing and tubing and Sugar Mountain Ski Resort delivered on the activities with a few…read morecaveats. If you're expecting a ski-town vibe like Breckenridge, Colorado, this isn't that. Sugar Mountain is a practical ski resort. The skiing terrain is best suited for beginners to intermediate skiers and is not ideal for Olympic-level skiing. Most people on the mountain appeared to be beginners, which actually made the environment feel low-pressure, relaxed, and family-friendly. We enrolled our kids in ski lessons through the ski/snowboard school and that was a highlight of the trip. The instructors were patient, knowledgeable, and very kid-friendly. The kids also went snow tubing, which they really enjoyed. Ski/ snowboard school spots and tubing sessions fill up quickly. Book in advance. It's also a good idea to pick up rental equipment the day before lessons to avoid long lines. Kids get a cubby at ski school, so sending them with a water bottle and an extra snack is helpful, especially for the 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM sessions. Parents can watch from the upper deck or the Last Run Lounge, which serves adult beverages and has excellent views of the ski school area. It's a great spot to watch the kids while enjoying a drink and a meal. The resort does get crowded for its size, and parking fills up quickly, so arriving early is important. You are allowed to bring your own food and drinks, though food options are available on site. Pro tips: wear sunscreen and UV-protective sunglasses or ski goggles (even if you're just watching), and bring small bills if you plan to tip the shuttle drivers. Overall, Sugar Mountain is a beginner-friendly, family-oriented resort that works well if you plan ahead and manage expectations.

Sugar Mountain Ski resort is a no-frills ski mountain, so if you're expecting a ski town vibe like…read moreBreckenridge, you'll be disappointed. Sugar is no pressure, most people out here look like they're beginners. We enrolled our kids in ski lessons through the ski/snowboard school. The instructors were patient, kid-friendly, and knowledgeable. Kids had a blast. Kids also went tubing, which they enjoyed. Both tubing and ski lessons must be booked in advance, and for ski school it's best to pick up rental equipment the day before to avoid long lines. Kids get a cubby at the ski school, so send them with a bottle of water and an extra snack if they're doing the ski school from 10 AM to 3 PM. Parents can watch their kids while in school from the upper deck or stay warm in the cafeteria. Upstairs is Last Run Lounge (adults only). The resort does get pretty crowded for its size, so plan accordingly. Parking fills up fast, leaving early helps. You're allowed to bring your own food and drinks, though there are food options available for purchase on site. Pro tips: wear sunblock and UV-protective sunglasses or ski goggles (even as a spectator). Bring cash (single dollar bills) tip the shuttle drivers. Overall, Sugar Mountain is a practical, beginner-friendly option that works well if you plan ahead and manage expectations.

We came here for a weekend and I would give it 4 stars for tubing and 2 stars for skiing. That is…read morehow we landed at a 3 star review. The place is pretty small and right off the highway. Parking was easy and not too long of a walk to the check-in. There is one restaurant and you can see my separate review for that. We did tubing the first day and skied the second day. My pro tip is to make a group reservation, which requires a minimum of 10 people. Otherwise, it is first come first served and they sold out both days we were there by the time we arrived at 9:30am. Having a group reservation also lets you skip the line to pick up your equipment as they have it all set out for you in a room that is shared with other groups where you can change and keep your stuff. The tubing was awesome! There were 5 lanes, with varying speeds and they let us tie up to 4 people together and go down some of the slower lanes. There was very little waiting and the tubes were fast! The magic carpet ride up was relaxing. Skiing on the other hand, was not as great. There is only one lift and one run. At least you don't have to worry about merging. It is all man-made snow and the lifts are slow. They were letting people go solo and with only 2 people to a 4 person chair with a huge line. The rental equipment was dated, but at least it was not expensive. This would be fine for any beginners.

Disclaimer: This 4 star review is for a very specific use case and your mileage may vary. I've…read morefound this to be an excellent place to bring new people who have never skied and kids their first times learning. If you are an experienced (even intermediate) this could easily be a 1 star experience. Highlights: It is a quick drive from Atlanta (~2.5hrs) it is pretty cheap (very helpful for new people or kids who might not get a full day or enjoy the more expensive slopes elsewhere). We needed up paying about 250-275 for lift tickets and equipment for 2 adults and 1 kid (we had an amenity pass). Lodging in the area wasn't terribly expensive. Slopes: The area is small, there is one bunny hill with a treadmill style lift, then one ski hill with a ski lift. The ski hill might be a blue (maybe a little easier). It is narrow with trees on both sides and with a left turn going into a steeper down hill. Check in: My advice is go early on Friday (we checked in at 1) and the line was short and getting equipment was easy. We got a multi day pass so we could keep the equipment and didn't need to check in Saturday. The set up they had seems like they were prepped for long lines which with the amount of staff and system they had could eat most of the day waiting. Bunny slopes: nice wide casual slop easy for beginners. The treadmill lift was nice but slow. Main slope: with lots of new people it can get crowded and depending on the weather could be icy. The line for the lift can get long and would not be surprised if you ended up waiting in line or on the lift 3x longer than you skied. Advice: check the webcam to see how long the lines are! We went early then left for lunch and nap when it got busy. Slope side tavern: surprisingly nice stop to get food and drinks. Dose of hot chocolate is helpful for the little ones during a break. Tubing: There is a tubing option onsite, get tickets in advance it may sell out early.

My husband and I recently moved from Austin, TX to Asheville. I found our Eggerton Properties…read morevacation rental on Craigslist.com. Before we left Austin, we decided to get a monthly rental while we searched for our new home. I was a little worried as I'd never rented anything online before, but it turned out great. I emailed Susan, and she called us right back with all the details. We love the apartment we're staying in. It's clean and just as described. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Eggerton Properties to friends and family.