Collective Ventures
Collective Ventures
A hidden gem in downtown Blowing Rock, North Carolina

established in 2018

Allison, Ethan and Amelia Dodson

Allison, Ethan and Amelia Dodson

Carolyn Clark, Alan Rasmussen, and Everleigh Clark Rasmussen

Carolyn Clark, Alan Rasmussen, and Everleigh Clark Rasmussen

 

We're four friends who met as students at Appalachian State University. We've lived all over, in New York City, Boston, Charlottesville, Raleigh, and Charlotte, but these mountains always called us back. Eventually, we were able to return to the High Country to raise our families, and love living in such a vibrant mountain community.

We named our house after the Mountain Laurel, a beautiful blooming plant that grows abundantly in this area. It's always lush and green, no matter the season. We hope you'll feel at home in the Laurel House, no matter the season, and will enjoy all the High Country has to offer throughout your visit. Whether you want to stay in or go exploring, we feel confident this stunning area offers something for every enthusiast. We can’t wait to help you discover it for yourself!