Downsize Weddings and Private Events: Trending
I know many people are scrambling to rethink and re-plan their special occasions and weddings due to the coronavirus crisis. There is a new need for more budget-friendly smaller gatherings. Don’t stress…the key to simplifying this whole re-planning process is finding a venue that will assist you with most or all of your details. Smaller […]
Social Distancing while Supporting Small Business
What a few weeks it has been…the Coronavirus outbreak has had a trickle down affect that none of us were prepared for. Social distancing is proving to be tough for many. Small businesses across the nation are suffering in unimaginable ways, and we are trying to keep our spirits up despite the upsets we are […]
Downtown Boone’s first boutique hotel turns one: cheers to the Horton’s first year.
Some days it feels like it happened just yesterday. Some days it feels like it happened decades ago. But in reality, a year ago today we were running around like crazy trying to get everything in order to open our doors for the very first time, to present to you downtown Boone’s first boutique hotel. […]
Easy holiday baking | a few sweet tips and tricks from Hunter
Christmas is right around the corner. With less than a week left until the big holiday, we can practically hear the sleigh bells ringing. There’s a lively energy in the air, you feel it when you walk down the street in downtown Boone. With storefronts decorated and holiday lights twinkling, it really is the most […]
A quick guide to hitting the slopes in the High Country
It definitely feels a lot like winter! Or should we say looks a lot like winter? Over the weekend winter storm Diego dropped nearly two feet of snow on the high country in less than 24 hours. I think we actually managed to break a few winter weather records. Jim Cantore, from the Weather Channel, […]
Valle Crucis Lavender House: don’t miss this magical place during your stay at the Horton Hotel
It’s one of our favorite places to visit for a relaxing afternoon: the Lavender House in Valle Crucis. Conveniently located across from Valle Crucis Mast General Store, the Lavender House is a magical place. Because who isn’t enchanted by the smell of lavender? Don’t miss out on the Lavender House while staying at the Horton […]
The Horton Hotel: a refreshing option for those who love Downtown Boone
This post is written by our guest-blogger, James Milner, president and owner of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate. Some of you may know that I am in an office hallway with the team from The Horton Hotel & Rooftop Lounge. As an entrepreneur myself, I am encouraged to see this child be born, get some legs underneath it, […]
Looking for the perfect Boone vacation rental or event venue? We’ve got you covered!
Don’t look any further if you need a quaint vacation rental in the heart of downtown Boone or Blowing Rock. Our vacation rentals are all cozy, historic, uniquely renovated places to stay if you are visiting this area. And you can’t beat the location! Are you planning a wedding or event? Then definitely check out […]
