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Things To Do

Welcome to our favorite place in North Carolina! Below are some of our recommendations for dining and exploring.

Artisanal Restaurant

1200 Dobbins Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Highly regarded restaurant in Banner Elk. Reservations are required.

Old Hampton Store & Barbeque

77 Ruffin Street, Linville, NC 28646

Authentic country store with an incredible BBQ restaurant and a general store with local crafts and food products.

Reid's Cafe

4004 North Carolina 105, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Great option of brunch or dinner. Located at the base of Grandfather Mountain. Reservations are recommended.

Bella's Italian Neighborhood Restaurant

3585 Tynecastle Highway, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Great takeout option for those wanting to eat in on Thursday or Friday!

Sorrento's Italian Bistro

140 Azalea Circle Southeast, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Italian spot in Banner Elk.

Grandfather Golf & Country Club

2120 North Carolina 105, Linville, NC 28646

Those staying within the Grandfather Country Club community will have access to dining on property. Reservations are recommended. Refer to your welcome email for more information.

Grandfather Vineyard & Winery

225 Vineyard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Casual vineyard and tasting room in Banner Elk. There is often live music on the weekends, so would be a great place for a casual dinner on Friday or lunch on Saturday.

Blind Elk Tap Room

397 Shawneehaw Avenue South, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Fun brewery spot - would be a great Saturday afternoon activity!

Beacon Heights Overlook Trail

Beacon Heights Trail, Linville, NC 28646

This hike is on the shorter side, but steep so still a challenge. Great views of the Blue Ridge await you at the top!

Calloway Peak View Trail

8043 U.S. 221, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

A challenging trail with great views of the Blue Ridge at the top!

Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course

1054 Sugar Mountain Drive, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604

Public golf course located 10-15 minutes from Grandfather. Tee times become available two weeks in advance.