Birthday weekend in Lake Lure
It's very fortunate to have a holiday on my birthday - Labor day- whch meant we could fit in a long weekend away. We chose Lake Lure to visit - the home of many of the dance scenes from Dirty Dancing. We even got to stay in the hotel where Patrick Swayzee stayed many years ago.
We were able to fit in a cycle ride on the way to Lake Lure and still arrived early afternoon with time to walk round the park area and the lake before dinner at the hotel. The lake is pretty and enjoys a great location near to Chimney State Park, which provides added beauty to the lake scenery.
On Sunday, we were up early and headed into the village near Chimney State park to have breakfast. The sun was already beginning to get hot and as our plans were to get some hiking in, we ate quickly and headed up to the car park.
Once there, we headed off for our hike. It was pretty high and hot, but worth it for the views.
In the evening, we took a stroll to Lake Lure's flowering bridge. A very quaint bridge given over to small gardens with a range of different flowers and garden ornaments making it a pretty decorative attraction in the town.
Monday morning saw the sun shining and the lake glistening which was perfect for our kayak trip. We hired a couple of kayaks and set off paddling along the side of the lake . It was beautiful to be on the lake early as it wasn't too busy, but also because the heat was less intense.
Before we headed home, we stopped for lunch in a lakeside cafe. It was pretty cool to find they had a music group playing to entertain the customers. We sat and enjoyed our lunch and the music in the warm sunshine. Sometimes, it's hard to accept that the weekend is over especially when it's been so great, but I am so grateful to have these wonderful times.
Birthday Celebrations!
It's always lovely to get flowers and` these were for my birthday form Liam. Perfect to bring some cheer...always hard to be away from family1
If I was in England, I would have shared my birthday with friends and family, but that is a downside about being away...not being able to celebrate with those people. However, we were very lucky to share a birthday night out with new friends, Claire & Jimie at the Harp and Crown pub in Cornelius. It was great evening filled with laughter, fun and a British menu.