The Hummingbird House

05/23/2026

Your paddleboard has missed you.🚣‍♂️ Memorial Day weekend is the perfect excuse to hit the lake and explore the Western NC mountains!

p.s. Lake Junaluska Outfitters is officially open for the season for all your kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rental needs!

05/14/2026

Weekends don’t have to be boring or hot 🥵
Elk & Embers

05/07/2026

Looking for a fun weekend in the cool breezes of the Smoky Mountains? Come to Waynesville!

05/07/2026

Nothing says Maggie Valley like a meal at Joey’s!!!

We heard you and NOW we’re open LATER! Come early on the weekends, come for brunch/lunch any day! See you soon!

04/27/2026

Carolina Mornings…

04/25/2026

Spend a magical day in Cataloochee Valley, explore the old buildings, cemeteries, Elk and Deer.
No cell service
No road noise
Just nature and history

04/05/2026

The Downtown Waynesville Main Street is so adorable and entertaining, it’s receiving recognition on a national scale!

Help us out and vote for our Little Americana Town!

Not far from Asheville, Waynesville’s charming Main Street is the perfect place for picking up artisan gifts, indulging in retail therapy at boutiques, or even hunting down treasures at antique stores. Enjoy some delicious Appalachian cuisine at one of their many eateries or even treat yourself to...

03/29/2026

Another great Mountain Biking opportunity in our mountain town!

03/18/2026

In close proximity, a complimentary mountain biking trail is available, accommodating dogs and foot paths, ultimately yielding panoramic views as a reward. Our quaint mountain town offers a multitude of activities.

Are you seeking a family retreat? Elk & Embers is an ideal venue to host your getaway, wedding, event, or reunion with like-minded friends.
Coupled with HH, we can host up to 20 guests overnight with meals included.

02/02/2026

Join us for a two minute walk around the lake and enjoy the geese, ducks and swan on Lake Junaluska

02/01/2026

Great way to enjoy nature in spring and summer here in the Western NC area.