OMG! It's a general store that's SO much more! Everyone was so friendly and ready to help. It has…read moreEVERYTHING! I just went to walk around but came out with a few bags of merchandise because it has everything! Clean, unique, good quality and good value merchandise. I was very much pleasantly surprised!

Cindy greeted me as I browsed through the large curiosity shop that is packed full of just about…read morewhatever you can imagine! I was not in need on this visit to make a purchase but I have my eye on some things for later! I went upstairs where there is a fine place to eat and greet! Meet Karen and her co-workers up there for some great food to eat and the locals for so interesting conversation!

The OG Shoppe is a new face in Marion, but brings unique products from all over the US, including…read morelocal, and women owned businesses. Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone? Go check out their offerings, from pottery to candles, teas and crystals, pampering products sure to delight the senses, socks, hats, scarves, purses, local t-shirts and Bigfoot gear. The list goes on and on! Excellent staff and cute goods! Definitely a great addition to our little Main Street that we're looking forward to returning to!

We were on vacation in the area and it was raining; a perfect time to visit the Mast General Store!…read more We slowly walked through the entire store, picked out a handful of our favorite candies and a cold bottle of pop. We sat on the front sidewalk and watched the clouds roll by. I noticed a section of the wall at the front entrance that showed the water lines at different times in history (see picture). That is the kind of history that only an old building has seen. The people that work here are glorious! Very helpful! They made our visit that much more memorable. This is a must visit location for all ages when you are visiting the area! Most Sincerely, Dayla

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.

Cute gift store with an array of gifts for the season. Great place to find unique gifts for people…read morefor the holidays or birthdays. There is a decent amount of jewelry, kitchen items, holiday decor, and clothes (upstairs). The coffee shop downstairs is also a nice touch to the store-I recommend stopping in there first and drinking your coffee as you shop. There was plenty of parking and it was easy to locate. It's unique and separate from the rest of historic downtown West Jefferson which makes it an easy recommendation to anyone looking for gifts.

The Vintage Farmhouse General Store is a great option for anyone visiting West Jefferson who is…read morelooking for an alternative to parking & exploring the larger downtown area nearby. This place is a little ways away from most of "the action", has plentiful on-site parking, and combines coffee shop + bakery + general store in one location. The store is relatively new to West Jefferson and opened within the last few years. It's family owned and operated, and the staff members who were working on the day of my visit could not have been lovelier. The only reason I'm not giving this place five stars is because I felt like the selection of merchandise in the general store was not as eclectic as most general stores I've visited. The majority of the merchandise either fell into what felt like a "live, laugh, love" version of a feminine / children's esthetic, or was downstairs in a section literally called "the man cave". With so many amazing local merchants and artists throughout the West Jefferson community, it would have been nice to see a few more options that fell between these two groups and were maybe a bit more neutral. While I very much enjoyed exploring the store and looking through everything, when it came time to actually purchase something for myself or to use as a gift, I really couldn't settle on anything that would be a good fit.

I was happy to know they make keys. Service was fast and staff were friendly. Store was very clean.read more

Disappointed in my Ace visit today. First, with the pop-up hot dog stand occupying the Handicapped…read moreSpace; Second with the inventory levels in the electrical isles. Grub-mate has days when walking is tough, and doubling the walk-to distance can be a real issue. Still, I insisted on Ace, rather than driving to their competitor, because of the convenience factor (big box stores often require a hike!). Too bad the electrical DIY items were outta stock, making my stop both aggravating and pointless. Note to Ace: Handicap Parking for the HANDICAPPED, not hot dog stands (it's the Law). As far as the inventory issues go, it's a 'pass': Everyone has these issues, now that our world is awakened from the COVID Slumber.

What's a trip up to Spruce Pine from Marion without stopping in LS! Finally got the final book I…read morewas looking for in a series on my most recent visit. Great prices. Sooo much to look at.

Fun shop with something for everyone! 2 floors of rooms filled with books and the top floor…read morededicated to artists, this is a treasure to visit. I didn't test out the coffee-- saving that for the next trip-- but I did find some great used books to bring home. Fun atmosphere and definitely a place to find gifts and hidden treasures!

This store is an absolute treasure! Located a short couple of miles north of Statesville, it's hard…read moreto describe exactly what it is. It's a gift shop with locally made and sourced goods, from stickers to jewelry, to cups, clothing, etc. It's an antique store with two smallish rooms in back just stuffed full of antique bric-a-brac. It's a "grocery" store with coolers/freezers containing locally made foods, dairy, eggs, etc. they have a local bakery delivering bread on Fridays and a local dessert Baker bringing cakes etc. They even have an ice cream shop! There's a large wall with jams, jellies and pickles off every variety. At certain times, they have a mini produce market outside. (It pays to watch their social media account.) Of course, the people who work here are super nice and helpful. The prices are, on average, very reasonable. If the parking lot looks full, drive around to the back for more. I highly recommend Southern Charmers for many things. You need to check it out!

Friendly and helpful, full of affordable locally sources staples for the fridge and pantry (and…read moreawesome bread!) as well as wonderful gift items, decor, and locally made crafts & jewelry. There really is something for everyone here, it's a fantastic community resource and one of our favorite places.

They have the cutest hand made gifts! I ordered several hand painted ornaments for my friends and…read morefamily, and they were such a big hit! If you're looking for a special gift look no further than Mostly Made In the South! Also the owners are so nice!

I absolutely love this shop! When I travel to the mountains, it's a must stop. They have beautiful…read morepottery from talented locals. Husband wife owner team Adam and Molly are so sweet and down to earth. Great gifts and decor found here.

I just took a pottery class to make a patch work bowl. Adam, the instructor was informative and…read morehelpful. I finished early and he let me work on a second project. very fun afternoon!