Sapphire Valley Resort
Community Center


              Area Info

 Activity Schedule  Ski Area  Snow Tubing Waterfalls
Restaurants Golf Tennis  Bus Trip Schedule Directions
Recreation Center  Summer Tubing Arts & Crafts Shows  Lake Fairfield Request Form
Horseback Riding  Kids Camp Nature Room Gem Mining Home

                The Community Center is open daily
                             8:00 am to 8:00 pm

   
There are socials, television viewing rooms, a gift shop, trip and event reservations, BINGO, a library, the nature center, board games, puzzles,  book exchange, area information  and special events. So come in and enjoy it all.   Don't forget to stop by Monday Mornings @ 10:00 am for our Welcome Social where we provide orientation & information about the amenities and events for the upcoming week.                                        Phone #;  828 743 7663

             Paradise, Mountain Style at   Sapphire Valley

                                                                                   
                                  " I just  LOVE  hiking these beautiful mountains of Western Carolina!"

 

                      
            FREE High Speed Internet access available at the Recreation Center and Community Center
 

                        
                                                                                   

                             ART CLASS
                                                               Watercolor, acrylic, oil, Sumi-E and pastel.
                          Join Bonnie Adams, Susan Yeager and Jan Lemons for the most fun an artist can have!
                                                                Beginners to Advanced painters welcome!
                                                              THURSDAYS at the SV Community Center
                                                                                     10am to 3 pm
                                                                                         743.7663
 

                                                         

                                            
             SUMMER HILL TUBING WITHOUT SNOW!
                        On the main hill at Sapphire Valley Ski Area
                                        ( Pronounced "2-B" )
                            CLOSED for the season.
                                    

         

                                                            
                                               
January, 2009...a nice "dusting" before a great ski day!                                                                                                                         

                                                                             
                                                Sifting for "The Big Strike" at the SV Gem Mine!
                                                     Get your buckets at the Recreation Center!
        
                                                                                         
The Gem mine is open daily  unless the ground is frozen.               
 


                                                                        CHECK IT OUT !!!
                                   THE SAPPHIRE VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER LIBRARY
                                                           OPEN EVERY DAY, 9am to 8pm
                                                                     Upstairs..."In the Loft"
 

                                                                                         3 exciting weekends of
                                             
 Arts & Crafts Shows
                                                at Sapphire Valley Resort!

                                          
Saturday and Sunday, June 26th & 27th
                                  Saturday and Sunday, August 14th & 15th
                                 Saturday and Sunday, October 16th & 17th

                                                      
Vendors! For a downloadable application
                                                                  Click "File" and "Print"

                                       
      
VENDOR APPLICATION FORM CLICK HERE

                                                                     


                             LIONS & TIGERS & BEARS.....OH MY!!!!
            oKAY,,,,JUST BEARS, DEER, CHIPMUNKs AND OTHER NC WILDLIFE exhibits
                    please visit our nature room inside the community center
                                local wildlife, WATERFALL AND TRAIL info,
                            BIRD MIGRATION CHARTS, PLANT BLOOMING DATES,
                    Local fish, Tadpoles
(in spring), ANT FARM, frogs, TURTLES
                                         & other critters in aquariums!


                  
Come meet the Infamous "Fred"

                                You can shop online
                    for Sapphire Valley Jackets, Hats and More!

                                           Sapphire Valley Shoppe

 

Tickets can be purchased thru the Community Center 828 743 7663

Day Trip Schedule  

We have daily bus trips weekly. The bus leaves from the Community Center per scheduled time each day. Reservations can be made after check-in at the Community Center. **Time & Day may be subject to change without notice.


Tuesday; 9:00am   Biltmore Estates & Winery Trip   Come as we journey to one of Western North Carolina's most intriguing homes, complete with winery.   Cost includes trip and admission. $60.00. Ride only, $20.00
Lunch is available at the estate ( not included in fare ).   
http://www.biltmore.com

Wednesday; 9:00 am Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Trip ALL ABOARD! Hop on the GSMRR ( located in Bryson City )
for a 4 hour tour of the mountains. Lunch opportunities during 1 hour stop. $69 for adults, $49 for ages 2-12, under 2 $20.
www.gsmr.com *Cancelled for the winter season.


Wednesday; 12:00 Noon  Sapphire/Highlands/Cashiers Sight-Seeing Tour  A nice 4.5 hour trip that takes you up to the
Highlands area for a 2 hour visit of shopping and sightseeing ( with numerous lunch opportunities ) in one of the mountains most interesting little towns. The afternoon finishes with some local hot spot nature sights. $20.00

 

Sapphire Valley Ski Area
SLOPE CONDITIONS:
We have a base of 40" to 6 feet of beautiful, groomed powder!
Come take advantage of this "deep freeze" and enjoy some great skiing and snowboarding!!
AND snowtubing!
Daily updated snow report #: 828.743.1162


Sapphire Valley Ski Area
Frozen Falls Tube Park
 Happy Holidays!!

WE ARE OPEN FOR THE 2009/2010 SKI SEASON!!
Please call for a recorded snow report: 828.743.1162
To receive the "Amenity Rate" you must be staying on property or
be a guest of a Sapphire Valley Homeowner.


Ski Area Hours of Operation
( Weather Permitting )
MARCH MADNESS!!!!
Because of the very, very cold weather we've had this winter,
Sapphire Valley Ski Resort is planning on extending our ski season!!!!
Weather Permitting, our extended March Dates will be:
Friday, March 5 & 12; Noon to 9:00 pm
Saturday, March 6 & 13; 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Sunday, March 7 & 14; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

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To view photos taken the day of your visit, please check out:
www.alleycatphoto.net


Check out our SKI PICTURES WEBSITE @ Sapphire Valley Ski Area


Click on Thumbnails for larger photo

Printable Equipment Rental Form
Printable Ski Release Form
* If you experience any problems downloading/printing these forms,
please email us and we will email the forms to you.
svma@aol.com

The Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes are an integral part of our 5,700-acre resort nestled in the pristine
Blue Ridge Mountains with an average elevation of 4,300 feet. 

No Experience Necessary !
FROZEN FALLS TUBE PARK
500 Feet of Frozen Fun with a 60 foot vertical drop!!


TUBING HOURS:
MARCH MADNESS!!!!
Because of the very, very cold weather we've had this winter,
Frozen Falls Tube Park is planning on extending our tubing season!!!!
Weather Permitting, our extended March Dates will be:

Friday, March 5 & 12; Noon to 6:00 pm
1.75 Hour Sessions at 12, 2, 4 & 6

Saturday, March 6 & 13; 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Sessions at 10, 12, 2 & 4

Sunday, March 7 & 14; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sessions at 10, 12, 2 & 4

Please understand, Tubing is on a first come and first serve basis.
Some sessions are likely to sell out, so we suggest inquiring at least
1 hour prior to your desired session. 828.743.7663


Click here for tube park website; Frozen Falls Tube Park

Our ski hill consist of two runs, one each for intermediate and beginner skiers, featuring runs up to 1600 feet in length and a vertical drop of 200 feet. In keeping with the natural serenity of Sapphire Valley, the lift lines are short and long lines are rare. This atmosphere provides the perfect setting for families seeking quality time together. Beginners receive the personal attention necessary to master the basics of downhill skiing or snow-boarding by our excellent core of instructors , and seasoned veterans can hone their skills.                                                                                                 

Instead of your basic winter couch position, why not try a seat on our chairlift?
Get ready for the thrill of downhill skiing & snowboarding!
Call our Ski Hotline for daily ski conditions:
828 743 1162     
Ski Lodge:
828 743 1169
Group Reservations ( 10 or more ): 828 743 2251

Email Sapphire Valley Ski at:  SVMA@aol.com
 


                                                       
              H
elen O'Connell's
              M
ica's Restaurant & Pub

Serving lunch and dinner daily. Casual and fine dining with
varied and delightful selections, also a children's menu.  Pub menu.
Sunday brunch 11:30-3:00  Friday - Karaoke at 9:00 pm.

Reservations suggested: 828-743-5740

                                       
Below is a sample of Mica's Dinner Menu
Prices and entree's may change seasonally.


               SAPPHIRE MOUNTAIN BREWING COMPANY

Serving Lunch and Dinner Daily

Located in the Clubhouse of Sapphire National Golf Club, SMBC offers  over 80 Microbrews, Imports/Belgiums/Domestic beers, wines and our  Award-Winning piping hot Wood-Fired Pizza cooked in our 1800's Saloon  setting. Our scenic mountain, lake and golf course views from our  covered and uncovered decks are the best in the area! We offer a full  menu including rustic casual food, steaks, seafood, chef specials,  daily specials while enjoying our many TVs throughout our restaurant. 

We offer the NFL DirecTV Ticket and the College Gameplan.
We have Live  Music on select nights, magic and many theme events.

Carryout beer and wine is available with all of our other delicious  menu selections. Check website for all our daily events, menus, photo  gallery, tv commercials, live music, and details...

50 Slicers Avenue, Sapphire, NC
Phone: 828.743.0220

www.sapphiremountainbrewingcompany.com

                                            

Below is a sample of Four Seasons Grille Dinner Menu
Prices and Entree's may change seasonally.


 

FOUR SEASONS GRILLE
LOCATED AT THE BASE OF SAPPHIRE VALLEY SKI AREA

Lunch served Monday-Saturday from 11am on-
Dinner served 5pm-9pm
Appetizers, Lite Fare & Sandwiches, featuring Chesapeake Crabcake, Crab stuffed portabella mushroom, Turkey Florentine, Burgers, Chicken and more. Homemade Salads. Dinner Entrees including Chicken Pot Pie, Steaks and Seafood. Pizza by the pie or by the slice.
Call for take-out, catering available.
828 743 4248

For a whole line of fresh made dressings and soups
check out
www.SapphireValleyFarms.com
(site is still under construction )

                                            


                                       

The Library Restaurant
  
Built in the 1800's and is the oldest structure in Sapphire Valley. As you share in this charming atmosphere, we hope you relax, meet new friends & enjoy your dining experience. Our exciting "Progressive American" menu, created by Chef Sean Ruddy features fresh fish, seafood, pastas, steaks, chicken & pork, along with enticing daily specials.
Open nightly @ 4:00pm. 
828 743 5512

www.tlcincashiers.com

    Bonfire - Beautiful Stone FIRE~PIT ! ! !

B
ehind the Community Center by the
Horsepasture River.        
Bring the family and your favorite ghost stories.     
        

Cancelled for the winter.

Bonfire 5:00 pm -7:00 pm  Free
828.743.7663


               
              
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