You will need a car to get around but there is so much to see in the surrounding area. We are 15 minutes from two entrances to the Blue Ridge Parkway, as well as 20 minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Another short trip east is Asheville, and south is Sylva, Dillsboro and Bryson City. Great mountain towns just waiting to be explored. Historic Main Street in Waynesville is delightful, with lots of galleries for local artisans, great restaurants, a wine shop, and lots of shopping including Mast General Store which is a must-see. Our cabin is a great jumping off spot for all of these exciting destinations.