Things To DoThings To Do

Brown Mountain Beach Resort - Wedding VenueBrown Mountain Beach Resort - Wedding Venue

Saunders Old Country StoreSaunders Old Country Store

Some of our best friends own & operate this gem. Stop in to say hello, and you'll leave with the best snacks from pickled everything to local dairy and beautiful art and pottery.

Beacon Heights Overlook TrailBeacon Heights Overlook Trail

Off the parkway - quick hike for a huge payoff in the form of an epic view.

Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC.Rough Ridge Lookout - Grandfather Mountain, NC.

Favorite hike on the parkway! It's more strenuous than Beacon Heights - and may take 1 - 2 hours roundtrip, depending on your pace.

Melanie's on HowardMelanie's on Howard

Great breakfast!

CoBo Sushi Bistro & BarCoBo Sushi Bistro & Bar

Great for dinner! Make a reservation. Pork belly tacos and house made seasonal cheesecake you can't miss!

Booneshine Brewing CompanyBooneshine Brewing Company

Grandfather Vineyard & WineryGrandfather Vineyard & Winery

Gamekeeper RestaurantGamekeeper Restaurant

Very delicious mountain dinner menu with wild game, and a windy drive to get there!

Blowing Rock Brewing CompanyBlowing Rock Brewing Company

My brother Daniel worked here for many years. It's a wonderful locally owned brewery and restaurant! They even have a Bed & Breakfast upstairs you can check to see if it's available.

The Town TavernThe Town Tavern

A fun locals' bar where Kaylie worked briefly. Also where Luke Combs got his start! :)

The Horton Lounge & Rooftop LoungeThe Horton Lounge & Rooftop Lounge

Right in the middle of downtown Boone with a beautiful rooftop bar overlooking the mountains and App State University.

Hatchet CoffeeHatchet Coffee

Favorite avocado toast and nitro cold brew in the world.

Come Back ShackCome Back Shack

Brian's favorite burgers ever (but don't tell In N' Out!)

Appalachian Mountain BreweryAppalachian Mountain Brewery

The CardinalThe Cardinal

Fun cocktails! And good food too.