Celebrate Christmas at The Dillard House!

 

The elves are busy at The Dillard House preparing for Christmas.  The six indoor 14-foot frazier fur trees are decorated with some oh-so-jolly themes and the magic of the holidays is in the air!

Once again, we will be offering a Prime Rib Dinner on Christmas Eve and a traditional Turkey and Dressing lunch on Christmas Day.  All throughout December on Saturdays, families who have overnight accommodations at The Dillard House will enjoy complimentary sleigh rides from 10 am - 4 pm, characters traveling around the Inn and Restaurant, and an afternoon guest reception featuring appetizers, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

A complimentary Christmas Eve Party will be hosted for overnight guests.  Heavy hors d'ouvres will be served along with wines, beers, eggnog, hot chocolate and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages.  Live entertainment will also be provided. 

Other wintertime family activities within 40 minutes include Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center's Snow Tubing and Ice Skating, Cataloochee's Ski Area, and Ice Skating in Highlands.  If you are looking for adventure, check out Highlands Aerial Park's Zipline Canopy Tours where you can experience the mountains from the treetops.

Children and adults alike will also love the Polar Express train ride which departs from the Bryson City Depot.

For those who enjoy inside activities, the Smoky Mountain Center for Performing Arts is offering three performances this season for holiday entertainment..."Christmas in My Hometown," "MercyME, It's Christmas!" and "The Nutcracker Ballet."

If you want the ultimate in shopping excursions, every fashionista and home goods collector must visit Dillard's antique stores,  Highlands, NC and Clayton, GA. 

Even better, once you've shopped and bought all your Christmas treasures, you can (HOPEFULLY) win all your money back at the casinos just 40 miles north of Dillard.  How's that for some Christmas cheer??  Check out Harrah's Casino in Cherokee, NC.

Call us today and reserve your room at 1-800-541-0671. 

Escape to the Mountains for Specials and Beautiful Weather at The Dillard House

Escape to the mountains this weekend and take advantage of our specials for Friday ,January 29th and Saturday 30th 

Enjoy the beautiful Weather Activities or Relax by the fire!

The Dillard House is offering two complementary award winning Dillard House breakfasts per reservation for our hotel, cottages or chalets. There will be complementary horse drawn sleigh rides from 10:30 until 4:00.

Guests staying with us Saturday evening will be treated to a complementary reception complete with a variety of beverages, appetizers and desserts in our historic Rock House from 4:30 until 6:00 (Please note this only applies to new reservations made on January or after 29th, 2016)

To make reservations please call 

1-800-541-0671

nataliedcross@gmail.com

• Enjoy horseback riding at The Dillard House Stables www.dillardhousestables.com 
• Antique Shopping in Dillard and nearby Clayton Georgia, 
• Snow Tubing  or Ice Skating at nearby Scaly Mountain Outdoor Park www.scalymountain.com 
• Visiting Award Winning Vineyards or The picturesque mountain town of Highlands NC
• Harrahs Casino is located only 40 minutes from Dillard 
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Great Special and Activities to Escape the Heat in the mountains

The Dillard House is offering discounts on all hotel rooms, suites, cottages and cabins for the dates starting Sunday , July 21st-Thursday, July 25th. We have listed our favorite ways to cool off in the mountains below!

 

 

Rock House Rooms range from $55.20 per night plus tax for a single queen, standard Rock House rooms are $63.20 per evening plus tax and deluxe Rock House Rooms are $71.20 per night plus tax

 

Meadows and Blue Ridge Hotel Rooms (Standard Deluxe) are $ 103.20 per night plus tax

 

Rabun Bald, Valley View and Highlands Hotel Rooms(Luxury) are $111.20 per night plus tax

 

Fireplace Suites are $111.20 and Jacuzzi Suites are $119.20 per night plus tax

 

All of our Cottages and Chalets are 20% off .

 

Please call or email us to book your reservations because the discounted rates are not available online

1-800-541-0671 or reservations@dillardhouse.com

 

 

 

Listed Below are some of my favorite ways to enjoy Summer in the mountains.

 

1. Tallulah Gorge State Park- One of the most spectacular canyons in the eastern U.S., Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep. Visitors can hike rim trails to several overlooks, or they can obtain a permit to hike to the gorge floor (100 per day, not available during water releases). A suspension bridge sways 80 feet above the rocky bottom, providing spectacular views of the river and waterfalls.  Tightrope walkers have twice crossed the gorge, and visitors can still see towers used by Karl Wallenda.  A paved path follows an on old railroad bed, perfect for strollers and bicycles, while mountain bikers can test their skills on a challenging 10-mile trail. There is also a great Science and History Museum.

 

Tallulah Lake has public beach five minutes away for an afternoon swim. For more information http://www.gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge

 

2. Highlands Canopy Tours is located only 10 minutes North of Dillard and this is not your average Zip-Line Tour. They Have something for all ages and abilities. This is a favorite for all ages.

www.highlandscanopytour.com Reservations are highly recommended

 

3. Whitewater Rafting is a great way to cool off and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. The Nantahala Out Door Center offers white water experiences.. The Nantahala is best for younger children. www.noc.com for more info and as a guest of The Dillard House you will receive 10% discount.

 

4. The Dillard House Stables offers a great River Ride ! This is one of my children's favorite things to do. www.dillardhousestables.com

 

5. If outdoor adventure isn't your thing the beautiful mountain town of Highlands NC is located only 25 minutes North of Dillard. Enjoy a day of strolling down the picturesque streets of this beautiful mountain town filled with boutiques, antique stores, specialty stores, cafes and wine bars. There are great places to hike in Highlands too. check out www.highlandhiker.com for a complete list of trails and waterfalls

 

If you decide to visit Highlands I highly recommend visiting Dry Falls and Bascom Arts Center

 

6. Cherokee NC is only 45 minutes from Dillard. You can enjoy great fly-fishing, tubing down a lazy river,  or try your luck at Harrah's Casino

 

7. Sky Valley Golf Course is a spectacular championship mountain golf course and because of the elevation there are always cool mountain breezes. As a guest of The Dillard House you will receive a discounted rate. Please email Natalie at nataliedillardcross@comcast.net for assistance in booking your tee time

 

 

Please let me know if you have further questions about your next mountain getaway and I will be happy to help. Thank you for visiting our blog and we will be posting lots of yummy recipes on Tuesday! Sincerely, Natalie Dillard Cross

nataliedillardcross@comcast.net or reservations@dillardhouse.com www.dillardhouse.com