Hiltons Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Janette Carter, one of three children of A.P. and Sara Carter established the Carter Family Fold to honor the memory of her parents and Maybelle Carter who played a historic role in helping give birth to the age of country music beginning in 1927. Even though Janette has passed away, her daughter Rita is carrying on the musical and performing legacy she established . The original Carter Family lived on this hallowed ground, right where the Carter Fold is today, in Poor Valley, at the foot of Clinch Mountain in southwest Virginia. This was their home and base of operations. Since 1974, the non-profit Carter Music Center has presented programs of old time and bluegrass music every weekend. Formally established in 1979, the Center's objective is to promote old-time music and pay tribute to the Original Carter Family (A.P Carter, Sara Carter, and Maybelle Carter). The Saturday concerts highlight the musical style made popular bythe Carter Family, considered by many as country music's first family. In keeping with the traditional music style, no electrical instruments are allowed (everything is acoustic). There's lots of dancing and fun for the entire family. Shows are family-oriented; no alcohol is permitted at concerts. Delicious home-fixed snacks are available at the Carter Fold Snack Bar, and you might be able to round out your collection of Carter Family recordings at the well-stocked souvenir and record concession. Come early and browse through our Museum before the show. Once each year, a two-day (Friday and Saturday) festival takes place the first Saturday/Sunday weekend of August. Mountain craftsmen are on hand to sell their goods, and there's lots of good country cooking going on, too. From the website: www.carterfamilyfold.org
Janette Carter, one of three children of A.P. and Sara Carter established the Carter Family Fold to honor the memory of her parents and Maybelle Carter who played a historic role in helping give birth to the age of country music beginning in 1927. Even though Janette has passed away, her daughter Rita is carrying on the musical and performing legacy she established . The original Carter Family lived on this hallowed ground, right where the Carter Fold is today, in Poor Valley, at the foot of Clinch Mountain in southwest Virginia. This was their home and base of operations. Since 1974, the non-profit Carter Music Center has presented programs of old time and bluegrass music every weekend. Formally established in 1979, the Center's objective is to promote old-time music and pay tribute to the Original Carter Family (A.P Carter, Sara Carter, and Maybelle Carter). The Saturday concerts highlight the musical style made popular bythe Carter Family, considered by many as country music's first family. In keeping with the traditional music style, no electrical instruments are allowed (everything is acoustic). There's lots of dancing and fun for the entire family. Shows are family-oriented; no alcohol is permitted at concerts. Delicious home-fixed snacks are available at the Carter Fold Snack Bar, and you might be able to round out your collection of Carter Family recordings at the well-stocked souvenir and record concession. Come early and browse through our Museum before the show. Once each year, a two-day (Friday and Saturday) festival takes place the first Saturday/Sunday weekend of August. Mountain craftsmen are on hand to sell their goods, and there's lots of good country cooking going on, too. From the website: www.carterfamilyfold.org

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities

3 out of 5
10150 Airport Pkwy Blountville TN
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The price is NZ$143 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$143
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Blountville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
I saw Roaches in the bathroom, One of the towels was threadbare and the Free Breakfast is a joke. Only good thing about this hotel is its close proximity to the airport.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kingsport TriCities
Sleep Inn & Suites

Sleep Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2020 Franklin Terrace Court Johnson City TN
The price is NZ$156 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
NZ$156
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnson City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
It was okay. Breakfast was not as advertised and staff was not that friendly

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites
The Bristol Hotel

The Bristol Hotel

4 out of 5
115 Country Music Way Bristol VA
The price is NZ$279 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$279
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great stay! Will definitely return. Room was cleans and staff was friendly and helpful!

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Bristol Hotel
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Fulkerson-Hilton historic homestead

Fulkerson-Hilton historic homestead

Hiltons VA
Stay at this holiday home in Hiltons. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attraction The Carter Fold is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Beautiful property, a fully stocked kitchen, its more than worth planning a memorable getaway

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Fulkerson-Hilton historic homestead
Farmhouse with game room, creek and fire pit

Farmhouse with game room, creek and fire pit

Johnson City TN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Johnson City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Johnson City Mall and Winged ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
This location had plenty of space, Bill was very helpful and answered all of my questions quickly !

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Farmhouse with game room, creek and fire pit
⚡️ Relaxing Cabin studio, in ❤️ of the Tri Cities.

⚡️ Relaxing Cabin studio, in ❤️ of the Tri Cities.

Bluff City TN
Stay at this cabin in Bluff City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Bristol Motor Speedway and Bristol Dragway ...
10/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Good little place at a convenient location

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

⚡️ Relaxing Cabin studio, in ❤️ of the Tri Cities.
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The Carter Fold

Learn about the local history of Hiltons when you take a trip to The Carter Fold. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

The Carter Fold