Vacation in a Gem of a Town, Sapphire North Carolina

Ah, the Land of the Sky. That's the name commonly associated with the western end of North Carolina. The beauty of the surrounding place is reflected in the colorful names which abound in this area: Sapphire Lake, Sassafras Ridge, Silver Run Road. If you appreciate sweeping vistas displaying the glories of Nature, come see for yourself the places that inspired these names. Plan your next vacation in Sapphire North Carolina. If you're not certain where to begin, check out the Sapphire vacation rentals at Rentalo.com. Whether you desire a Sapphire cabin or some other type of lodging, you will find the best listings at our site. Sapphire, named for the gems found in the nearby mountains, as well as the color of the lakes and sky here, hugs the southwest crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Gazing out across the mountaintops, you will note the characteristic blue haze that gives these mountains their name. You will find Sapphire vacation rentals properties nestled among the majestic forests of hemlock and hardwoods that stretch far as the eye can see. They provide the scenic backdrop year-round: brighter green and dotted with blossoms in the spring darkens to a deeper green in the summer and takes on the colorful hues of autumn and the snow-tipped whites of winter as the year progresses. Tucked amongst this natural splendor is the Sapphire cabin or Sapphire rental home you can arrange to stay in at Rentalo.com. The area is known for its Christmas tree production, as the climate lends itself so well to growing tall, beautiful evergreens. The high elevation of 4100 feet means the temperature stays cool and the trees stay green all year round. Within the resort village of Sapphire, you find many charms of small-town life. This family community offers quaint specialty shops and attentive service. You can enjoy your dining experience here with a spectacular mountain backdrop for ambience. During your stay in a Sapphire cabin or Sapphire rental home, you can enjoy local festivals. Many are held in autumn, including the annual "Leaf Lookers Gemboree" celebrating the local mining abundance, the Appalachian Arts & Crafts Bazaar, and the Pumpkin Fest. This would also be the time to take the "Colors of the Fall" 3-hour guided canoe trip down the French Broad River. Most visitors will want to spend their time out in the mountains. Maybe you will choose a Sapphire cabin that borders a cool, clear mountain lake. There you can enjoy fishing, swimming, boating and canoeing among the towering trees and far from crowds of people. You will want to take hikes throughout this area. This region is called the "Land of the Waterfalls," and your hiking will help you discover why. There may be a hiking trail just beyond the door of your Sapphire rental home! You may want to take a day trip from your Sapphire vacation home to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where 800 miles of trails provide a hiker's paradise. Just northwest of Sapphire you will find Lake Glenville, originally known as Thorpe Reservoir. This large body of water is the highest lake east of the Mississippi. Lake Glenville proffers both boating and hiking opportunities. Its 26 miles of shoreline include numerous coves, with many waterfalls here and there tumbling into the pristine waters. Are you ready yet to escape to the Land of the Sky? Start with a visit to Rentalo.com. Sort your search according to the type of lodging you desire. Of course, a Sapphire cabin is always a popular choice, but you might wish to check other types of Sapphire vacation rentals as well.

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