SEPTEMBER & LABOR DAY SPECIALS
2x2CYCLES Take your bicycle or golf clubs with you. 2X2 Cycles Motorcycle Rack gives you the freedom to safely and securely attach your road bike, mountain bicycle, or golf bag to your motorcycle. Mention this add for 10% discount (offer good until Sept 23, 2011). TELEPHONE 919-537-9492
ABBEY INN MOTEL The closest Maggie Valley motel to the Dragon, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Smoky Mountains National Park. We offer a free bike washing area with soap and towels, porches with awesome 5 mile mountain views, clean rooms and lots of free maps and information on area rides. There is a restaurant across the street open from 8am to 9pm for your convenience. Call us at 828-926-1188 or 800-545-5853 for reservations and information. Offering a 10%-15% discount off the rates rates posted on our web site with the mention of this ad.
A HOLIDAY MOTEL Clean and affordable family owned motel in Maggie Valley . We appreciate all motorcyclists and love to take care of them. We are a one level flat ground motel with outdoor pool. Covered porch parking in front of each room, bike wash area, Rocking chairs and much more. Rooms have fridge/micro/coffee/Wi-Fi. Restaurant on Site. 1/4 mile to the Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum. Special: 10% off weekdays (Sunday-Thursday) Sept midweek rates start at only $45.00/night. (Not valid during motorcycle rally.) Telephone 828-926-1186.
BIG SNOWBIRD LUXURY CABIN Secluded Cabin, sleeps 8, with hot tub & wrap around deck directly on the creek. Paved to drive with large parking. Hot tub on deck overlooking Big Snowbird Creek. Special rates for September, excluding Labor Day weekend. Discount rates $200 per night plus tax and cleaning or $1000 per week plus tax and cleaning. TELEPHONE 828-713-8855
DRAGON AND SKYWAY RETREAT Conveniently located midway between the Dragon and the Cherohala Skyway in Madisonville. Modern 3 Bedroom/2 Bath well appointed home with 2 car garage and concrete driveway. Free breakfast including unlimited free range eggs from our farm. Offering 10% discount on weekly rental. TELEPHONE 423-442-1327. Contact Debbie and Mark at marado@bellsouth.net
CANDLEWOOD SUITES and COUNTRY INN & SUITES Just off US129 near Airport in Alcoa TN. Just 30 minutes from the Dragon. Close to Smoky Mountain Harley. Ask for Tail of the Dragon Special Rate $70 rate for the queen suite at Candlewood Suites and a $70 rate for a double queen bed room at Country Inn & Suites. Candlewood Suites 865-233-4411, Country Inn & Suites 865-273-2800
CAROLINA MOUNTAIN RETREATS near Franklin NC. For all those couples who enjoy getting together and riding our beautiful mountains. Relax in comfort and stay at The Cottage with paved roads to paved drive (sleeps 4 couples). Book 7 nights for the cost of 6. Mention Tail of the Dragon Newsletter to receive the special rate, May through September reservations only. Base your visit here and ride the Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, Cherohala & more. 828-421-0352
COPPERHEAD LODGE Located in Blairsville GA, near the twisties of Six Gap North Georgia Summer Restaurant Hours of Operation: Monday - 6-9 pm, Bar to 11 pm - Every week - Lawbike.com Texas Hold 'em Poker Tournament. No fee to enter - win BIG prizes! Tuesday - 6-9 pm, Bar to 9 pm - Two - fer - Two dine for $22, Thursday - 11 am - 2 pm - NEW!, and 6-9 pm, Bar to 10 pm - Bike Night & Cruise-in, Friday - 6-9 pm, Bar to 11 pm - Karaoke at 6:59 pm Saturday - 8 am - 9 pm, Bar to 11 pm - Live music every week!, Sunday - 8 am - 3 pm August is no exception when it comes to great times at the Lodge: Sep 2-5 Labor Day "End of Summer" Celebration - live music and entertainment all weekend long Special lodging packages available for Labor Day Weekend - make reservations online or by calling 706-835-7433 COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT and SPRINGHILL SUITES Located in Asheville NC, convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Both newly renovated. Quiet location is convenient to downtown, shopping and dining. Mountain views from the heart of Asheville. Free WI FI, 24-hour fitness center, business center, outdoor fire it, indoor pool and whirlpool. CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE DRAGON DISCOUNT FONTANA VILLAGE RESORT Located just 19 miles from the Dragon on NC28 aka Moonshiner28. DragonSlayer members an additional 10% off lodging prices, Sunday through Thursday, through September 30th (Accommodations are based on availability. Holidays & blackout dates are excluded). If you're not a member yet, CLICK HERE to sign up today. GREAT SMOKYS CABIN RENTAL September Special stay 3 nights get the 4th night FREE. With over 40 cabins (many are motorcycle friendly) spanning through Western North Carolina as far East as Dillsboro/Sylva. Great Smokys Cabin Rentals is the company for you! From rustic cabins to luxury cabins, we have it all! Call our toll-free number between 8 AM & 8 PM and let us assist you in finding the perfect vacation cabin rental for your Smoky Mountain getaway. TELEPHONE 800-655-9771 or 828-488-4630
GRIFFIN CABINS Griffin Cabins is celebrating our first month on the Tail of the Dragon newsletter with 25% off rentals during the month of September. We have 2 properties located ¼ mile from downtown Robbinsville and two cabins 4 miles from Robbinsville on 143 west. Come join us! And as always, you will find fresh eggs and homemade jam in the fridge!
HAMPTON INN & SUITES, Cashiers-Sapphire Valley Private mountain retreat just off US 64 minutes from Cashiers North Carolina. Complimentary hot breakfast, WIFI, beverage area, fitness center, indoor pool, laundry, meeting rooms. Just 14 miles to Highlands and Moonshiner 28 and 30 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Mention this add and ASK FOR SPECIAL BIKER RATE. Also special rates for groups and clubs - talk to Michelle, sales manager. TELEPHONE 828-743-4545 HAMPTON INN, Maryville TN Just 30 minutes from the Dragon, near Devils Triangle, Cherohala. Close to Smoky Mountain Harley. REQUEST TAIL OF THE DRAGON SPECIAL RATE $89 (not available during home UT football weekends). TEL 865-984-0110 LUXBURY INN, Maryville TN Mention that you read about us in the Tail of the Dragon and receive a 10% discount off our regular rates. These large suites are located in the heart of Maryville and only 1.4 miles from Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Shed. Visit website or call 1-800-738-9839 and make your reservation today! MICROTEL of Bryson City NC Managed by a Harley rider and certainly biker friendly with 59 rooms, spacious parking lot, bar & grill on site. Cleaning cloths are available for bikers as well as a water hose. Prepackaged map packet directions to the Dragon, Cherohala, Great Smokies, Highlands 64, FootHills parkway and The Road to Nowhere. 828-488-7900. Offering a 15% discount to all bikers on their bikes. MOUNTAIN MOTORS in Robbinsville NC The Original Biker Shop of the Dragon Since 1991. Stop by and see John & Val Feil. We've been Wrenching & Riding for over 35 years. Full service shop, Parts, Leathers, Gear, & Accessories, Free Maps & Area Info, Tailof thedragon.com Dealer, Located on US129 in Robbinsville NC (828) 479-4488 MOUNTAIN VIEW CABINS Located just off the Cherohala Skyway in Tellico Plains TN. Very nice, clean, affordable cabins, and rooms. Private bathrooms, linens, cooking options, heat/ac, TV, campfire area, free wifi at Riverfront Lodge. Some cabins have hot tubs. Larger cabins have Jucuzzi, hot tub, and pool table. No cleaning fees, No 2 night minimum, and bonus 10% Tail of the Dragon discount with a 2 night stay, starting prices $39.95+tax. Call (423)519-2000 MOUNTAIN VACATION DEALS EARLY FALL SAVINGS Make any new early fall booking for any of our 8 cabins and receive an additional 10% discount. Off season pricing and an extra discount. What could be better !!! You must mention "Early Fall Savings" when booking to receive the discount. Not good on previous bookings. Discount on stays from 8/17 to 9/24 only. TELEPHONE 800-995-8558 or 828-538-1413
RIVER COVE CABINS, Murphy, NC Located near all the great roads of North Carolina and north Georgia. 3 Night Dragon Special $165. Affordable Riverfront Kitchenette Cabins on the Nottely River. Prices from $65-$85 a night. 450 feet of river frontage on 3 acres of flat level land, perfect for motorcycle parking right outside your cabin. Wood burning fireplace cabin, jacuzzi cabins and 1 and 2 bedroom cabins. Telephone 828-644-9979
THE SIMPLE LIFE CAMPGROUND AND CABINS Located within walking distance to Robbinsville and Lake Santeetlah. Special Weekday Offer, Half Price Tent Camping during the week in September. Also Military (past or present) receive 25% camping discount anytime. Just mention you saw this special in the Newsletter. Call us (828) 788-1099
SAN RAN MOTEL Located in downtown Robbinsville on US 129. Covered bike parking. Paved parking for trailers. Reasonable rates. Clean and biker friendly. TELEPHONE 828-479-3256 Offering $5 off each night if you mention Tail of the Dragon Newsletter.
SLEEP INN of Bryson City NC Managed by a Harley motorcyclist and biker friendly. Plenty of trailer parking, special bike parking, cleaning cloths, maps and directions to the Dragon, Cherohala, Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smokies. Outdoor swimming pool. Labor Day Weekend special rates code (L 20) for 20% off for bikers. 866-939-0998 SMOKY MOUNTAIN MANSION Ride the Dragon - stay at the Mansion. Dates still available in August and September. The Smoky Mountain Mansion still has Bed & Breakfast rooms available over Labor Day weekend. 5% discount for returning guests, and 10% off on your return visit when a friend books the mansion. Be sure to mention "Tail of the Dragon ad". The Smoky Mountain Mansion features six bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths. Some covered parking, space, comfort, privacy. Only two miles from Lake Santeetlah, featured in Southern Living, July, 2011. Call 828-479-4220 or e-mail us at info@smokymountainmansion.com. Many bike clubs and car clubs consider the Smoky Mountain Mansion their home in the mountains. SMOKY MOUNTAIN HARLEY-DAVIDSON Concerts every Saturday night April through October; check SHED WEBSITE for line-up. There's always a $5 ride-up discount at the gate! Eat on-site at Stinkers BBQ, and enjoy a great show. The Shed is located at our flagship location: 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN, Tel 865-977-1669. Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Outposts official Harley-Davidson apparel and motorclothes, as well as custom Harley-Davidson apparel, regional maps, and tourist information: Now Open for 2011 season. Cherohala Skyway Harley-Davidson. Take a load off in rockers on the porch or in the lounge upstairs. Open 7 days: located at entrance to Cherohala Skyway on the Tennessee side. Tel. 423- 253-7432. US129 Dragon Harley-Davidson, just north of the Dragon and Foothills Parkway on US129! Tel. 865-856-5942
SNOWBIRD LODGE on Cherohala Skyway NC First Class Mountaintop lodge at the beginning of the Cherohala Skyway in North Carolina. Offers 25% discount to BMWOA members, or 10% to all motorcycle riders for stays of two nights or more. 828-479-3433, 800-941-9290 TAPOCO LODGE IS NOW OPEN but only to those who are registered guests of the Lodge or those with dinner reservations. Jasper's is open for dinner on Thursday, Firday, and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and brunch on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., reservations only. Dinner is $42 for a 5 course meal. Call 828-498-2325 for room reservations, group requests, and dinner reservations. TELLICO KATS DELI, on Cherohala Skyway in Tellico Plains TN Great sandwiches at the Tellico Kats Deli on the Cherohala Skyway in Tellico Plains TN. Dine on the river and enjoy fresh deli sandwiches. Open for the season. Tel 423-253-3411 TWO WHEEL INN Located on US129 just south of Robbinsville NC. Special Rates for September honoring Police and Firefighters - bring your department patch and add to our wall for $10 discount per night. Call 828-479-4248. Two Wheel Inn IS OPEN, don't confuse with Two Wheels Only in Suches GA which closed in March. THUNDER MTN GENERAL STORE, DELI & VACATION RENTAL Last stop before the Cherohala Skyway in North Carolina. Souvenirs, supplies, deli, and fuel. This thriving business is For Sale by Owner for $339k (due to owner's illness) TEL 828-479-4171 WHEELERS PERFORMANCE north of Robbinsville NC Located on your way to the Dragon on US129. If you need tires or repairs see Ken. Free bike wash, free scales, free demo table of cleaning and polishing supplies, Dyno is up and running, service on all models. Telephone 828-479-4998 WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM Located 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway in Maggie Valley, world's premier collection of rare American Vintage Motorcycles. Tel 828-926-6266 May 1 - November 30, 2011 Open: Thursday-Monday Hours: 9a.m.-5p.m. Admission: Adults: $12 | 
