Its really hard to describe, the day had been warm for the mountains, while the rest of the country sweltered in 100 degree plus temperatures, an 87 degrees is very unusual for this mountain paradise. Later that afternoon a huge storm burst made the day look like a complete washout. Still the reservations were set for the seafood buffet… Little did I know the experience, or should I say the epiphany that awaited…

It was a quite uneventful drive, no real distinguishing signs of what awaited… Except the line of beautiful homes, with accentually well manicured gardens. The entrance was as if tucked away in a secret garden of ancient forest… Still no commercial signs on an almost residential drive along the long and steep ridge. Suddenly you round the top and promptly you’re greeted by the omni presents of a grand palace that seemingly drops out of the sky complete with a friendly guard a rather jovial gentleman dressed in a top hat and Ferrari red vest. Complete with instructions to the easy access parking garage to the dining room of choice… Since there are seven from which to choose. The elevator is a convenient and easy access from our 6th level parking floor up to Blue Ridge Dining Room lobby level.