Hiking Trail
North Carolina's Mountains to Sea Trail (MST) stretches from Clingman's Dome in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park by the Atlantic Ocean. Our hiking trail adjoins the Mountain to the Sea trail. You can access it by following Willow Lane to the cul-de-sac at the top of the hill. Please refer to property map.
Chess Board
Next to our Bocce Ball court is an outdoor chess set. There is just something fascinating about walking on the chess board to play with giant pieces!
Horseshoes
Located behind the office near the Bocce Ball and Chess areas. The only game where closest is good enough to win!!!
Exercise Room
The exercise room features a treadmill, elliptical trainer, a multi stack weight station, and a healthrider. A Television and stereo will help move along the time while you get in shape. Please stop in the office to get the entry code.
Putting Green
Sharpen your putting skills on our putting green located behind Mom's Manor and Dad's Digs. Mastering the green is the surest way to lower your handicap and make your game more enjoyable. Putters and Balls available in the office.
Bocce Ball
A Bocce Ball court is located behind the Office. Please check out the set of Balls at the office and have fun. The classic Italian game of bocce is simple, yet combines the strategy of chess with the artistic flair of a Renaissance fresco. Copies of the rules are posted courtside.
Playgrounds
Two playgrounds are on Willow Winds grounds. The one on Trout Trail has badminton / volley ball net, basket ball hoop and swings. The playground on the lower end (behind Jackie's Gem) has badminton / volley ball net, a climbing fort, tetherball, and swings.
Water Balloon Station (at lower playground)
Whether you are 6 or 106 this is Cool Water fun! The filling station allows easy loading and the catapults will delight children of all ages. Balloons are available for sale in the office or bring your own.
Hammocks
There are hammocks available in several locations on the property. Lie back during the day and enjoy the cool mountain breezes and a favorite novel. At night lie out and enjoy the stars and crisp mountain air.
Trout Pond
Our pond is stocked for our guests and offers hours of fun for all ages. Please bring your own fishing equipment or pick up a simple set from our local markets.
Free DVD / Video Library
With over 1500 titles! From the old classics to the newest releases our free library will delight the whole family. Catch up on the films you've missed with no charges and no late fees!
Broadband Internet
Just open your laptop and surf to your hearts content. Stay current with your e-mail or workplace (if you have to work on vacation!) No charges for internet access while at Willow Winds.
Ethernet cables are available in the office.
Need copies, faxing, or printing? Just stop by the office and utilize our equipment.
Game Porch
No quarters or tokens required on our Game Porch. Challenge your crew to fun filled games. Table Shuffleboard, Skeet Ball, Foosball, Air Hockey, Basketball, and Ping Pong Table are available on the game porch located next to the office.
Bird watching
Easy, inexpensive, healthful and satisfying. Taking a page from Henry David Thoreau, we consider any day wasted that we don't go for a walk and enjoy nature. Here on Willow Winds property we have a nesting pair of red tail hawks, numerous woodpeckers, finches, cardinals, blue jays and more! Ducks and geese sometimes drop from the sky to visit the pond. Whether you view from your deck or while hiking the grounds you'll find our lush landscape invites our feathered friends in abundance.
Garden / Fountain Hike
Willow Winds has several fountains and gardens. Take a leisurely stroll through the grounds to find something blooming almost year round. The season starts early with millions of Daffodils that give way to masses of Azaleas and Rhododendron. Summer finds Black Eyed Susan's, Magnolias, Stella Dora Lilies and fragrant Roses in an abundant riot of color. Privets, Hostas, Pansies, and Begonias punctuate the forest with color and scent.
