Looking to plan a trip to Asheville and experiencing the Blue Ridge Parkway, but don’t know where to begin? With so much to do in our area , it can be difficult to choose which activities you will explore during your trip. We created this helpful Asheville, North Carolina, four-day itinerary to help you start planning a trip of a lifetime! Below, you can find ideas and links on what to do and where to eat during your trip to Asheville. Our quiet location is just off the Blue Ridge Parkway and a quick 1/2 hour drive to downtown Asheville.
Four-Day Itinerary for an Ultimate Asheville, N.C. Getaway
Day One
Check-In at the Sourwood Inn
Our inn is situated on 100 acres just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at marker 376. You’ll want to check out our directions on our web site as we are off the beaten path. You will be greeted at our front desk with a glass of sparkling wine and after you are relaxed we’ll give you a tour of the many common areas both inside and out for you to explore and relax in. All of our staff is well versed in things to do around the area and are happy to answer any questions you may have about your four day itinerary.
Take a casual walk around our two mile nature trails.
Your body is probably a little stiff after your day of travel. Take advantage of our beautiful hiking trail. You’ll walk past the serenity pond and tea house and maybe enjoy a game of horse shoes.
Enjoy a delicious farm direct meal at the inn
After your busy travel day and if you are staying at the inn between Thursday – Sunday enjoy a delicious dinner with us. We have a wonderful curated wine list for you to pair with your three course meal which is price fix. Check out our current dinner menu here. If you are arriving when our dining room is closed on Monday-Wednesday we have many down-town restaurants to recommend.
Day Two
Enjoy and savor the bountiful breakfast buffet at Sourwood
Begin each day of your stay with breakfast at the Sourwood Inn. We always have our locally roasted coffee out at 7am and our breakfast buffet is served between 8-9:30am Our breakfast offerings are made in-house daily using the freshest ingredients from local farms and dairies giving you plenty of healthy options to fuel your day of exploring.
Have an Adventure
Life is all about experiencing new things and we have plenty of things to recommend for your Asheville adventure. Here’s a list of some of our best local recommendations:
Enjoy an evening meal in Asheville
With so many restaurants to choose from your sure to find the perfect spot for your evening meal. Some of our favorites include Curate , Chestnut and Jargons. Afterwards, check out the local craft beer scene which is quite remarkable! Check out a previous blog which outlines the most popular brew spots.
And the entertainment- Asheville is filled with venues to enjoy your favorite type of music. Check out this great web site that is updates every Wednesday.
Day Three
Visit the Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore estate is the largest private home in the United States and is quite remarkable! It’s very easy to spend a day here touring the home and gardens. Afterwards, you may decide to stop by for a glass of wine at the estate’s winery. Check out a previous blog for 9 Things to look for at the Biltmore.
Relax at the inn
After a busy day of exploring the Biltmore estate and gardens, head back to the Sourwood Inn. Our afternoon refreshments include some savory items, our signature herbal ice tea and a homemade cookie of the day. Sourwood has our wine and beer license so you can always enjoy that perfect glass of wine or craft beer. Head outside to our outdoor patio and relax with a good book while listening to the songbirds with vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains as a back drop. Dinner options are many, and we are alway available to chat about your options.
Day Four
Spend the morning hiking. We have many wonderful trails to choose from and this blog highlights 7 of them with the Rattlesnake Lodge Trail being popular and close to the inn. It’s filled with a great story and a moderate walk. Before your hike you may want to pick up a picnic lunch from Well-Bred Bakery and Cafe (three locations to choose from). Afterwards head down to Asheville for an afternoon of shopping. There are so many unique boutique shops to choose from along with our favorite pottery store-East Fork Pottery. You may also want to check out our popular Botanical Gardens.
As your remarkable Asheville getaway comes to a close, return to the inn to sadly pack up your belongings. We always have a light dinner option of Strubuns from BarnHouse Kitchen which we serve with a fresh local garden salad.
Book Your Four-Night Stay at the Sourwood Inn
Which things on our Asheville four day itinerary are the most interesting to you? We are always here to act as your concierge in planning a perfect Asheville getaway and four days is the perfect amount of time to experience many of the exciting things Asheville has to offer.
Check our availability to start planning your four night trip to Asheville!
