They are amazing caring people. I recommend a tour of the farm. Even though I have not been there…read moreyet but I have met them and they are very nice.

We had such an amazing time visiting Mt Gilead Farm! We messaged them through Facebook to arrange a…read moretime to go out to the farm and visit. My husband and I visited with our two young kids and had so much fun. We got to visit with the animals, learn about the property, and help feed the baby goats! We also got to sample some cheese made from goat milk. This is a working farm so be prepared for normal animal mess and to have to give many many pets to the dogs. Boots are recommended!

Really amazing farm with native plants and edibles. Bradley is terrific, and it's amazing to see an…read moreoperational farm so close to Asheville.

We had an adventure day searching out You Pick Farms. Since…read morethis was the furthest farm, we started here then worked our way back towards the 828. What a beautiful drive up winding mountain roads. We got to see a deer jump away from the van as we rounded a corner and saved a little box turtle from the road. The Berry Farm is so lovely - the owners house sits atop the hill with a small shack greeting you right next to the berry field. There is a port-o-potty that wasn't totally disgusting along with a picnic table and a few chairs under a large shade tree. A sweet little creek ran between the home and field and would be a perfect spot to let the boys play. I knew the field would be closed (check their Facebook for updates on when the berries are ripe enough to pick) so this was mainly a trip to see the field and have a day out. They grow blackberries AND black raspberries (which were all picked clean). Hopefully next year I can get there early enough to try a black raspberry - blackberries are a bit too tart for me. If you love blackberries and raspberries, bring a sunhat, picnic and towel. Playing in the creek, having a nice lunch and picking the ripest berries sounds like a perfect summer day.

Since moving to the area a few years ago we missed the fall activity of picking apples. This was a…read morebit of a drive from our house but well worth it. The hours and dates of you pick apples are listed on their Facebook page. The farmer was very nice and welcoming. There were a few varieties to pick from. The view from the orchard was amazing. It was a beautiful day to pick apples. The price was very reasonable. We will be back next year for certain.

Oh my goodness. This place is PERFECT. After lots and lots of phone calls, emails and let downs I…read morefinally found a place to pick apples. The little couple who own Buffalo Orchard are too sweet. They have a free hayride that takes you to pumpkin patch, rows upon rows of apples and a huge sunflower field. You can pick your own or buy pre picked. We got two packs of apples, three large pumpkins and 8 baby pumpkins for 25$! We had a great time and highly recommend this place.

This is a great place to come for a nice stroll and to enjoy beautiful flowers and scenery. The…read morebotanical gardens is small but lovely. It is free. It is a great place for kids to walk around and stretch their legs. It was nicely shaded and had nice areas to sit and rest. We packed a lunch and enjoyed it under the shade of the trees. They have a cute little gift shop with clean bathrooms. They have a little creek you can explore too! Tip: If you're coming with your babies, please keep in mind that it has gravel pathways so it is not stroller friendly, it's easiest to strap them in to a harness.

Very nice and calming to walk around! A little humid the day…read morewe went, but with the amount of trees/shade, it wasn't too bad. Free to enter too and very relaxing to help clear your mind.

Marshall Native Gardens are located near the Marshall Library and start near the road, you will see…read morethem as you pull into the parking lot. The gardens were designed and are kept up by volunteers. The gardens are on 4.2 acres and surround the library. There are walking paths, places to sit and take a break or maybe read a book. I enjoyed all the signs so I knew what each plant was. The gardens are divided into sections, there is a map and you can go around at your own pace. I loved that they just focus on native plants as they are so much better for the environment. I was amazed by all the pollinators I saw as they want native plants. They have a bird garden; butterfly garden; medicine garden; herb garden; native grasses; rain garden; shrub garden and a shaded garden. If you are in the Marshall area, check out these gardens. They are very special.

Olivette is an absolutely gorgeous community with a lovely event space…read more The staff is super friendly and helpful and the event space for weddings or private events is right on the river with mountains as a backdrop. It truly doesn't get much better than this lovely view. They have a little Island surrounded by the river, with a bridge leading to it as a ceremony space for weddings. It is serene and inviting. They also have a large fire pit with built in tiered stone seating around it. The covered pavilion nearby makes a great space for a wedding reception, a family reunion or really any gathering. The grounds at Olivette are well-maintained, green and beautiful. There are wild flowers growing, healthy trees and lots of trails. The houses on the land are stunning. They're all new and from what I was reading on their website are energy efficient with beautiful views of the river or the forest. I would love to live here or attend another event here. What an awesome space!

Beautiful backdrop setting for not only the perfect place to reside live and grow within this new…read morecommunity . This is a hidden treasure once all the homes are develops and up for sale Did I mention the best photography opps here ever we were so proud to capture some of Tanners 2017-2018 prom pictures with his friends here by the river setting it was amazing . Hendrix Family

Small but wonderful museum with vintage radios and much more. The personal attention provided by…read morethe staff was much appreciated, as were the historically relevant exhibits. Recommended for any radio or 20th century history buff. Yes, they have a Zenith Stratosphere, the holy grail of 1930s radios. Also, check out the neat t-shirts available for sale (cash only). Open limited hours, only on Saturdays

This is a small museum, but it is packed to the gills with radios, phonographs, and tape recorders…read moreof all eras. The only things missing are the oversized sets like the Collins KWS-1 or the Hallicrafters BC-610. When you see the size of the room, you'll know why. Their crown jewel is a Zenith Stratosphere. This place is worth making a special trip or bending a schedule.