There’s no better way to celebrate with the one you love than with a romantic getaway to the scenic mountain town of Maggie Valley. Romance comes easy with the spectacular backdrop of the WNC Smoky Mountains, where you’ll find delightful surprises at every turn. Here are ten ways to impress your date with a Valentine’s Day retreat in charming Maggie Valley.
Sweets For Your Sweetie
Whether you’re finishing off a great meal or looking for a sweet surprise, a tasty Valentine’s dessert adds a nice treat to the day. Swing by Jelly Bellies in Maggie Valley and choose from 365 different types of candies – from jelly beans to jams and preserves to nostalgic classics. Or in nearby Waynesville, Dillsboro Chocolate Factory offers award-winning delicacies like truffles, fudge, and chocolate bark.
Wine and Dine
Cruise down Soco Road, and you’ll find a diverse array of dining for a delicious date night. Enjoy a traditional Italian meal at Frankie’s Trattoria or a romantic steak dinner at J. Arthur’s. If the two of you are looking for something more casual, try favorites like mouthwatering bbq from Pop’s Butts on the Creek or Brickhouse Burgers & Pizza. With so many choices, there’s something to satisfy any appetite.
Toast Your Love
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Maggie Valley with a silky red or an intoxicating white wine at a charming mountain winery. B&C Winery, located at 2499 Soco Road in Maggie Valley, uses grapes from around the world, along with pure mountain water, to create a fine collection of 40 varieties of wine. Or If you’re looking for something a little stronger to heat things up, you can sip on some of North Carolina’s legendary spirits at Elevated Mountain Distilling, located right down the road from the Meadowlark Motel. Take a free tour and sip some of the finest moonshine around.
A Romantic Hike
Escape into fresh air and nature to unplug from the world and connect with each other. Soco Falls is a gorgeous double waterfall not far from the Meadowlark Motel that’s a great spot for romance. Walk hand in hand down the trail and steal a kiss at the base of the waterfall as you soak up the incredible natural beauty around you.
Horseback Riding
What’s more romantic than a relaxing horseback ride through wooded forests and mountain streams? Saddle up and slip onto the back of one of these majestic creatures as they carry you through awe-inspiring scenery to places that you can’t get to by car. Maggie Valley has several horseback riding outfitters to choose from, like Cataloochee Ranch and Panther Creek Outfitters. Or Smokemont Riding Stable, located just off US 441 North inside the Great Smoky Mountains Park, gives leisure rides on well-trained horses at an easy walking pace through gorgeous mountain terrain.
Relax & Unwind
A spa retreat is a wonderful way to rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit together. The Maggie Valley Wellness Center tops the list of our favorite spas in Maggie Valley, NC. They specialize in Deep Tissue Massage but offer a full range of spa services, from facials to couples massage and more. Check out their day spa packages for the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift for your love.
Frosty Fun
Snuggle up in the snow then hit a cozy lodge for a warm drink and Après ski. Cataloochee Ski Area has the longest ski season on the East Coast with 18 slopes to choose from. You can purchase all day passes as well as rental equipment. Or if skiing is a little intimidating, head over to Tube World for a fun day snow tubing in Maggie Valley.
Glitz & Glam
Get dressed up for a dazzling night of drinks and gambling at Harrah’s Cherokee Hotel and Casino. Play traditional table games like craps, blackjack, and roulette, or just watch from the sidelines as you strut your stuff through the casino and grab a bite at one of their delicious restaurants.
A Fantastic Fantasy
Escape to a 19th century Châteauesque-style mansion at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville. Take a romantic stroll through this architectural wonder and explore its stunning gardens. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a European estate as you wander hand in hand down paths to a Conservatory and a greenhouse filled with palms, orchids, and other exotic plants.
Retreat for Romance
Leave the world behind and get lost in the bliss of romance with a private and relaxing Smoky Mountain cabin when you spend your Valentine’s Day in Maggie Valley. Here at the Meadowlark Motel, you’ll feel like the only two people on earth when you’re snuggled up together and relaxing into the slower pace of life in this peaceful corner of the Smokies.
BONUS EVENT: This weekend the Meadowlark is hosting a His and Hers Weekend Getaway from February 12 at 6:00 pm to February 14 at 8:00 pm. It’s $25 for hotel guests and $35 for non-guests, and there’s something for both of you.
Book your chic Appalachian-inspired cabin, where you’ll wake up to the blissful sound of birdsong and the soft burbling of Jonathan Creek as it ripples gently by your cabin. Stay in bed or slip a blanket around your shoulders and sip your morning coffee from the deck as you breathe in the fresh mountain air and embrace the tranquil seclusion of the Smoky Mountains.
