• What types of vacation destinations are available in North Carolina?
    • From fun beach resorts to scenic country getaways, families planning a weekend trip or a longer vacation in North Carolina have plenty of choices.
  • What types of accommodations can travelers find in North Carolina?
    • Whether you prefer historic country lodges, iconic lighthouses, luxury hotels, or unique retreats, North Carolina offers options for all tastes and budgets.

1. Highland Lake Inn and Resort - 2 hours from Charlotte

Highland Lake Inn and Resort - 2 hours from Charlotte
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2. Sea Ranch Resort - 6 hours from Charlotte

Sea Ranch Resort - 6 hours from Charlotte
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3. The Dunhill Hotel

The Dunhill Hotel
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4. Shell Island Resort - 4 hours from Charlotte

Shell Island Resort - 4 hours from Charlotte
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5. The Graylyn Estate - 1 hour 15 minutes from Charlotte

The Graylyn Estate - 1 hour 15 minutes from Charlotte
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6. Ocracoke Harbor Inn – Dad's Retreat

Ocracoke Harbor Inn – Dad's Retreat
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7. Tapoco Lodge

Tapoco Lodge
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8. Haywood Park Hotel

Haywood Park Hotel
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9. The Carter Lodge

The Carter Lodge
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10. 200 Main

200 Main
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11. River's Edge Motel

River's Edge Motel
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12. Blockade Runner Beach Resort

Blockade Runner Beach Resort
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13. Grandover Resort

Grandover Resort
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14. Topsail Shores Inn

Topsail Shores Inn
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15. Aloft Asheville

Aloft Asheville
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Driving Distances from Charlotte

From Charlotte To Driving Time
Ocean Isle Beach3 hours 45 minutes
Flat Rock2 hours
Kill Devil Hills6 hours
Wrightsville Beach4 hours
Winston-Salem1 hour 15 minutes
Ocracoke Island8 hours
Robbinsville3 hours 30 minutes
Asheville2 hours 15 minutes
Chimney Rock2 hours
Highlands3 hours
Cherokee3 hours
Wrightsville Beach4 hours
Greensboro1 hour 30 minutes
Sneads Ferry4 hours 40 minutes
Atlantic Beach5 hours 45 minutes

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