Editor’s Note: As you may know, the town of Black Mountain was heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene. This means that some of the locations may not be open due to damage that was suffered. While it’s okay to visit the town, we ask that you have respect for the residents and local businesses who are still performing cleanup efforts. Our thoughts are with the people of the town of Black Mountain, NC.

We can’t get enough of our mountain towns, especially this one in particular. Black Mountain, North Carolina, is inspiring throughout the year, but it's most exceptional in winter when it's wrapped in a quiet, snowy frost. And according to the trusty Almanac, the winter ahead will bring milder weather, but there will be frosty conditions that will make the season magical. Plan to capture the beauty during the snowiest times the first of the year in January and February. Commit to a Black Mountain, NC winter getaway here, and you'll soon discover there is more to winter and cold in this snowy town in North Carolina. Just be sure to bring along your warmest winter travel essentials!

The steep and sloping ranges in Black Mountain, North Carolina, are even more gorgeous when capped with snow. There is nothing quite as beautiful as our quiet little small towns, especially when they are little mountain towns. The distant peaks of the mountains, the blanketed snow covering the landscape in white, and the friendly people all make this a quintessential small town to visit in North Carolina.

And fun is available without climbing so high. Take it all in and stay awhile in this natural wonder. So allow us to be your guides to this small town with recommendations for places to stay, eat, drink, and have fun. Let's make the most out of a winter getaway and see all there is to see and do in this lovely little place.

1. A cozy place to stay

The Cozy Cabin in Black Mountain Vrbo sleeps up to six people. It is perfect for spending some precious, quiet time in the mountains. Doesn't this snowy wonderland seem so cozy and inviting? It makes us want to find a comfy spot on the couch with a soft blanket and curl up with a good book. Even if you come from far away a stay here will give you a taste of mountain living in the winter.

While remote, it is conveniently located near all of the attractions of downtown Black Mountain. The open floor plan is a great way to visit and reconnect with your friends. You will have a fully stocked kitchen to cook a big meal for your family but one of the best parts of a weekend getaway is to experience the culture of the place you are visiting. Plus you don't have to cook which is a big plus...

2. Dinner

If you are too tired to cook, try out the new winter menu at Milton's Cuisine and Cocktails. Make a reservation today to order this newly inspired dish of the locally sourced red wine-braised cervena venison shank with sweet potato, grilled broccolini, braising gravy, and rosemary gremolata.

3. Shop

From fine art to clothing, Black Mountain offers numerous shopping opportunities in its charming downtown.

4. Drink

Take off the chill at Black Mountain Cider and Mead, where the staff crafts session mead and dry cider from local honey and apples in an old furniture factory nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sample their flight's uniquely named beverages: Viking Blood, Ginger Beer, and Bluebeard.

Currently, Black Mountain Cider and Mead is still going through cleanup efforts but will reopen soon. Follow this beloved brewery on Facebook for updates.

5. Breakfast

For breakfast bright and early stop by the Open Oven Brunch and Bakery. Who doesn't love a good bakery? Peruse the baked goods behind the glass for a quick bite to eat or indulge in one of the fantastic rotating specials. One of their specialty is the breakfast platter with sweet potatoes roasted to perfection, caramelized onions, mixed in bell peppers and crunchy fried chicken, drizzled spiced cider reduction, and finally topped wonderfully with a sunnyside-up egg. yum! Doesn't that sound like the perfect way to start your day?!

Open Oven Brunch and Bakery is temporarily closed but will reopen soon. Follow this local brunch spot on Facebook for updates.

6. Skiing

The hearty breakfast will come in handy on the steep ski slopes of the Hately Pointe Ski Resort (Formerly known as Wolf Ridge), just about an hour away in Mars Hill. Snow tubing and skiing, and the lodge's pizzeria, make this a fun trip for the whole family.

Be sure to book your lift tickets before you go.

7. Hiking

The 16.3-acre Lake Tomahawk Park is a short walk from the cabin and provides a free place to play, hike, and enjoy the nature that comes in the breathtaking winter months. Lake Tomahawk Walking Trail is one of the best places in town to walk around the water and watch the birds. Even when there isn't snow we would highly recommend this spot.

Are you ready to book a Black Mountain, NC winter getaway to one of North Carolina's snowiest towns? Is this already an annual destination? If you visit, please share your experience in the comments below. For more information about the town please visit the Black Mountain, North Carolina website.

And while you're there, treat yourself to the romantic Biltmore Estate, especially at Christmastime.