Thanks for all the replies, sounds like most everyone says I should be fine.

One question, lots of replies saying, "Make sure the 4WD works." Other than turning the knob to 4WD drive and seeing the light come on, is there something physically that I need to do?

That depends on your vehicle. I think these guys are saying make sure you feel it engage.

Being from the cold north, last spring I would have laughed a little bit when I saw where you’re living right now, but I was out your way this summer, and the winding roads would be something dangerous in the winter if it turned into ice.
Drive slow and steady. Steer into any skids.

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Originally posted by irreverent:
Being from the cold north, last spring I would have laughed a little bit when I saw where you’re living right now, but I was out your way this summer, and the winding roads would be something dangerous in the winter if it turned into ice.
Drive slow and steady. Steer into any skids.

You mean the roads in NC? Those dead end gravel roads that go up to the cabins are no joke.

I have a buddy up that way, and while he is in a "neighborhood" and the roads are paved, the grades reach 15% with hairpin turns.

Holdem - one more vote for you will be fine with your AWD car and tires.

I was born and have lived my entire life in S. Fla and for the past 15 years have had a house in Banner Elk, NC, about 45 minutes from Blowing Rock.
before that no experience driving in snow. We are in the boonies up a mountain road at about 3600 feet elevation. I avoid driving in a big snow which for us is 6 inches but you know it's coming so you can plan for it. Roads are cleared and salted surprisingly quickly given that we are kind of remote. Otherwise no problem with an ordinary AWD car ad al weather Michelins. Just take it slow and be careful if you are unsure about the road conditions.