This is a wonderful and not too difficult hike from Bass Lake up to the Cone Manor. Once there, the views are fabulous and the craft center has some interesting items for purchase.

We visited the park several times with a picnic lunch and enjoyed the quiet, the views and the cool scented fresh air.

What a wonderful preservation of history and a beautiful site. The house is a huge, majestic structure that makes you wonder what it must have been like for the original owner (Moses Cone, the textile magnet) and his family to sit on the porch and enjoy that tremendous view and the cool breezes, possibly sipping an evening toddy. The gift... More

A great stop along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is a great place to stretch your legs and take a break from the drive. Or, you can spend a few hours there as well. The views from the house are great. If you have time, take a walk along one of the trails. You can also take a peek at... More

Can be very crowded which is a problem with parking Right on the Blue Ridge Parkway which is best in spring and fall

The house itself features some beautiful crafts. However, my family and I spent most of our time outside. There are some great views nearby. Plus, there’s a nice, long hiking trail on a gravel road. The forest around it is pretty, and there’s nothing too rigorous about the path itself. It’s easy to walk dogs here. Just watch out for... More

Moses Cone Manor is a beautiful old estate that sits up high on the mountain just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is located at Mile Marker 294, not far South of the Boone/Blowing Rock entrance to the Parkway. The house, which is now part of the National Park system, was the Summer home of a textile magnate from Greensboro.... More

You can feel the history when you walk in the door. Such a beautiful house. The "scrap book" about the house is very well done and the docents are excellent guides.

This is a nice place to take a picnic. It is popular with horse riders so if you like them you should see a few. Makes you jealous of rich people. Kind of like going to a subdued Biltmore without the expense.