Susan is gracious, patient and so much fun! Definitely schedule a painting party with…read morefriends/family for a great day of fun.

From the owner: Welcome to The Drawing Room! A place to come in and paint or draw…read more I offer children’s craft days 3 days a week. I have room for birthday parties. Kids can paint anything from superheroes to princesses or get involved in a craft. Decorate yourself or allow me to do the entire event! I also offer adult sip and paints. Come as a group or join in individually! Don’t want to leave the house? I come to you! At The Drawing Room there are endless ways to have fun!

The Original Mast General Store is located in Valle Crucis, NC. It was opened by Henry Taylor back…read morein 1883 as the Taylor General Store and has been operating ever since, so they are definitely doing something right! The landmark is on the National Register of Historic Places and is quite a popular place. While you won't be able to park right out front as they did in the past, there is plenty of parking located conveniently behind the store. W.W. Mast bought a half stake of the business in 1897, then bought the other half in 1913, changing the name to Mast General Store It was truly the Amazon of its day, offering everything you could possibly need with the motto, "goods for the living, coffins and caskets for the dead," which prompted the local phrase, "If you can't buy it here, you don't need it ." When the economy changed and the original store closed in 1977, it was thankfully saved and reopened in 1980 by preservationists John and Faye Cooper The front corner of the store features an active town post office The store spans two levels with beautifully creaking floorboards that instantly let you know you are in a nostalgic place filled with history. A lot of the original advertising posters from Mr. Mast are still mounted on the walls alongside the vintage counters and fixtures The original cast iron potbellied wood stove is still used to heat the store, the functional wooden trap doors in the floorboards still remain from where chickens historically were traded for store credit, and you can even get a cup of coffee for just 5 cents. You will find a massive variety of cast-iron cookware, old-fashioned candy in barrels, postcards, books, high-quality clothing, footwear, toys, and traditional mercantile goods. I even bought a delicious fried apple pie! The historic Little Red Schoolhouse sits right behind the main building and offers clearance merchandise, though I just enjoyed looking at the older architecture and reading about the school.

Been coming here for a few years now, we love visiting the area and stopping in for a moon pie and…read morea spicy ginger ale or cream soda!!!! There's so much to look at here, the property itself is stunning and surrounded by amazing nature, the staff are all warm and friendly, and you could spend literally hours here perusing the shelves. There's good old fashioned candy, popcorn, snacks, there's Valle Crucis souvenirs to bring home. It's never felt like a tourist trap, it's always felt very warm, country, and welcoming. The building itself is so old and stunning! The creamy floors and woodsy smells, it's always a treat to come here and there's so much to look at and buy. There's even a Christmas shop upstairs year round, where you can stock up on goodies ahead of time for Christmas. I'd say the value is pretty good, depending on what you're buying. Snacks, drinks, candy are all very affordable, but the souvenir and brand name products of course are higher up in price, which is to be expected. All in all, a wonderful place to stop by to grab a treat or bring home some gifts for family and friends. Highly recommend!!!

Stopped in for boiled p nuts, very cute place. fresh produce and snacks. Tasty treats, brreads and…read morejams.

Maw's has a wonderful selection and the people working here are always so kind. My favorite place…read morefor local produce, and more!

We made a beautiful purchase from Kimberly while attending Art in the Park in Banner Elk over the…read more4th of July weekend. Her pieces of glass art are magnificent.

Wow!! If you are looking for amazing art... this is your place. Exquisitely displayed and a…read morebeautiful variety to choose from. Plus a pleasant atmosphere and no high pressure!

Phenomenal gallery of fine artists! I was very impressed with the variety and quality of the work…read more Beautifully displayed...I drawn into the world of each artist as I made my way through all three levels.