I visited Hunter House and Gardens a while back and was struck by how beautiful and intimate the…read moreinterior is. The historic setting feels thoughtfully preserved and makes for a lovely evening out. Our drinks were great and very pretty, which matched the ambiance perfectly. That said, I found the food to be just okay for the price. It did not quite match the elevated look and feel of the space and felt overpriced compared to other places I have been. I would still go back again to try other items, because there were aspects of the experience I enjoyed, but it is not somewhere I would recommend off the bat without some caveats.

Enjoyed Mother's Day at HHG this year. Kind attentive service and good meal prep at a lovely old…read moretime house. Good experience overall.

Hidden away with a view of the lake is a cozy locale to enjoy wine or beer. With so many different…read morerooms your party will feel like they have their own section of the cottage to themselves. Lisa was very welcoming and happy to chat and connect. Whether you're seeking an intimate spot for date night or seating for a few couples to share a bottle, stop by the Cottage and relax.

Cutest lil place ever! Truly has that cottage feel! I found the staff super friendly- very…read moreknowledgeable about wineand the prices are pretty good as well! It's an eclectic maize of rooms or what seems parlor like in addition to outside seating! The customers were just as friendly. The store description says arrive as strangers but leave as friends and I'd say that true! We tried a crisp white wine, sat outside and enjoyed the view and endless people watching. They offer charcuterie boards as well to compliment your wine selection. It's on the south side of the lake! We will definitely return for sure!

My husband and I got married at this venue on October 5, 2024. We toured this venue on March 19,…read more2023. When we had first toured the venue we were told that the base price was 7900 which included the day of one hour rehearsal, and set up of tables for reception and ceremony when we had toured the venue it was a seemingly nice venue, family owned and very communicative. After we had chosen this venue for our wedding day and put down our deposit we were then told that we would not be able to schedule our wedding rehearsal until the week of the wedding, this came as a shock since we were not told this when we had first toured the venue. As time went on, I would frequently message and email the person I had toured with which was Kerry the woman who owns the venue. Whenever I reached out or asked a question there was a very late response, short response or no response at all. The only time that the people from the venue were responsive was when it came to money. Also, when it came to money, they recommended that we paid everything in cash in which we did I would follow up, always asking for some sort of receipt or documentation in which they never provided any. Finally, when the wedding came, we were able to book the rehearsal a few days before the wedding. We also had to do our bar services through the venue since they do not let you provide your own alcohol or your own bartenders. You have to do a package through the venue. The day of the wedding was fine, but there were a few things that I would like to note. The bar staff came right before the bar opened at seven and nothing was prepared. They served warm beer and barely had any mixers. The wedding guest complained about the drinks, the service and the lack of accommodation. For example, we had to provide our own water so my mom went and bought 6/7 cases of water which they did not give to guests so at the end of the night she just ended up taking them home. The father of the groom even went up to order at one point and was not serviced right away, even though there were three bartenders and no one in line for the bar. For bar services we paid over $6000 for three hours of open bar for 150 guests. I also want to note that prior to the wedding. I had reached out to Cody (son of Kerry) who also works for the venue and asked if the caterer that we hired would be able to serve beer/wine which he had quickly responded with a yes, when the day of the wedding came, the bartender said they would not be able to give the beer or wine to the waitresses due to, the possibility of it being served to people under 21. Also, during the ceremony we had popped some confetti made out of paper. Quickly after the manager, that was there came up to some of our guests/ wedding party that had popped the confetti and had asked them to immediately clean it up rather than asking them to do it at least by the end of the day. There was also a situation with the projector, not working. We had made a slideshow to show our guest and the projector was not working properly. After the wedding, I followed up with the venue to let them know about my experience which I spoke with the owner and she had excuses for why she was absent and just reiterated how great their venue is despite our experience. I'm writing this review to warn others who are looking into finding a venue for their special day. I would not recommend working with this venue, considering they are unresponsive, not accommodating, sketchy. Not sure who all this situation is relatable for but I hope no one else has to experience this type of unprofessional service.

This family run business has gone above and beyond for my fiance and I. I have used this venue for…read moreChristmas parties, Birthday parties and now my wedding reception. The family truly cares about your experience. You can feel that with every thing they do. 12/10 recommend! Its a beautiful facility PLUS you can bring in all your own vendors (except for the bar, but even that is SUPER reasonable for costs) and its super spacious. Did I mention their gardens? The magnolia trees are what dreams are made of.

I loved the Space. The phone booths, :), the beverages, the vibe. Very comfortable place to work in…read moreand see others but have pledged places to go off on your own if needed! Oh, the patio!

I visited for a presentation. I was not previously aware of this co-working facility. The Hurt Hub…read moreis nice, open and airy (see photos). It includes both work and study spaces for individuals, alumni, and groups of Davidson College and the Lake Norman community. They also offer learning opportunities. I noticed someone conducting a video podcast during the quiet evening. Spaces are available for rent (conference rooms) via the website. Prices are available on the website for members and non-members. This is a modern and refreshing collaborative environment. Note - I am unsure about parking as I saw a small lot and parked on the street.

WE LOVE NATE! best swing ride ever for my friend's birthday party, he definitely elevated our…read moreexperience #natethegreat

I highly recommend!!…read more Went out for a fun Friday at Frankies!! Enjoyed appetizers and drinks! Highly recommend the fried calamari!! Playing some game and I highly recommend coming on a Friday midday not too many children here and make great spot for some adult daytime fun! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!!

Like half price wine on Wednesday. Would be nice if appetizers were served. Friendly staff. Nice…read moreatmosphere v

Sidebar is tucked away on the 2nd floor of the Mandolino's Pizza building on Main Street in…read morecharming Davidson. It's a wine and beer shop where you can buy a bottle, a can, or a glass. The selection is good and the prices are fair. Tried a nice bottle of Grenache for $26. No food served but you can order bites from surrounding restaurants and bring it up to Sidebar to enjoy in front of the fireplace! We had Mandolino's pizza and salads and as always - phenomenal. Our first visit to Sidebar turned into a fun surprise as it was Trivia Night unbeknownst to us: had a great time and would definitely go back. The bar is intimate, cozy, and well appointed for small groups or couples. Protip: trivia is on Wednesdays

Went to an event here over the weekend and the place is just fabulous. Quaint historic home has a…read morefull kitchen and many rooms to host your wedding or event. Upstairs has bridal suites for getting ready for the big day.Tons of trees to shade your guests, a front porch for gathering and sipping and plenty of parking. Love this place!

Armin Catering is top notch catering. Armin and his team took care of my every need for my wedding…read morein Jan. I recommend them for any event from a shower to a grand wedding. They take the time to listen to your wants and needs and make your day exzactly how you dreamed it to be.

CUSTOMER BEWARE! @MARRIOTT, HELP!! Hotel is undergoing renovations! We weren't told about…read morerenovations during booking, and the renovation information was not on the website!!!! *I called the front desk prior to arrival to secure the room I booked, but when I asked to speak with a manager about the renovations, none were available. *Upon arrival I checked into the room I secured earlier via phone call, but the room was occupied. Items from the room occupants were all over the room, and trash cans were overflowing with trash, and beds were nasty. *Front desk gave us a second room (not the room type I reserved), but the electrical outlets were inoperable, the shower leaked a lot of water all over the floor, the room was missing towels, and when I exited the shower I slipped and fell!!!!! *We didn't get any sleep even after calling the front desk with noise complaints, because of the dogs barking in neighboring rooms and parties in the hallway. *We had to exchange the stale muffin we purchased à la carte, for a fresh Breakfast item. *Front desk promised us hotel management would contact us about the issues, but nearly 2 weeks later and we haven't heard anything. I haven't even received communication follow-up from the hotel about my slip and fall in the shower!!!! ALL OF THIS WAS DOCUMENTED WITH THE FRONT DESK! WHAT GIVES!!!!

Disappointing Stay - Not What You'd Expect from Marriott…read more Spent the weekend here with my husband and had a terrible experience. As a Titanium Elite member, I expect better service and communication. Unfortunately, that was completely lacking--especially from the manager, Alex, who was dismissive and unprofessional. We were wrongly charged for items we didn't use, and the staff was accusatory instead of helpful. No recognition of our elite status, no follow-up from management, and no courtesy throughout our stay. I won't be returning--and I do not recommend this property to anyone, especially Bonvoy members.

Gail and the Ivory Barn hosted my sister's wedding over the weekend and it was an absolutely…read moreSTUNNING venue. Gail is a total professional and made the entire process seamless and easy. This venue has everything you need for a perfect wedding day!

We had the most wonderful autumn wedding at the Ivory Barn, and I can't recommend it enough! It was…read morethe first of four venues we toured, and I knew right away it was the one. The property is timeless, beautiful, and offers a clean, simple yet elegant space to make your own. Gayle, the owner, was incredibly responsive from the time we booked through our wedding day - always helpful with suggestions and a thoughtfully curated vendor list. Our family and friends had an unforgettable evening. The views from the ceremony pavilion were absolutely stunning, and the entire venue is truly breathtaking!