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A grand Asheville fixer-upper becomes a forever home
... fixer-upper becomes a forever home The house next door was once a dastardly shade of pink, with rotting and peeling ... Shane ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
5 Renovation Projects to Inspire your Next Home Makeover
... by Heather Radford   CLICK HERE FOR A HOUSE TOUR When architect Amy Conner-Murphy and her team from ACM ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
Hit the road to five off-the-beaten-path historic sites that hold lessons aplenty
... Virginia State Capitol, and rural Appomattox Court House, where the Civil War finally came to an end. And for moving ... destinations together over a few days of touring. Next Door to Famous Sumptuous! That’s Gunston Hall, the masterful home ... Archaeology) courtesy of The Montpelier Foundation FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
A reimagined ranch home in Brevard brings the outside in
... The property became a lush river bottom farm. A brick ranch house capped the prospect overlooking the land. When the next generation of the ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Kevin Meechan FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  HOME & SHOPPING FEATURE SUB ...
Discover close encounters with creative characters and starry nights
... shop on site. www.alberts-burnsville.com The Buck House Inn A historic residence-turned-bed and breakfast tucked away on the ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Hannah Brown FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Will a commitment-phobe ever discover the ideal Asheville house? Find out
... Will a commitment-phobe ever discover the ideal Asheville house? Find out I am every realtor’s nightmare—always a house ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
The scoop on WNC’s latest dining destinations
... Located in the former location of King James Public House, Bone & Broth offers English pub-style dishes, including fish and chips ... by Julia Pethtel; (2) Courtesy of the restaurants FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Interior designer Kathryn Long takes a two-room, mountainside house through a series of rehabs and fills it with heirloom antiques and clever finds of all kinds
... designer Kathryn Long takes a two-room, mountainside house through a series of rehabs and fills it with heirloom antiques and clever ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
Finding Faulkner and a bit of the blues in Mississippi
... I’d come to Rowan Oak, William Faulkner’s white-columned house where the Nobel- and Pulitzer-Prize-winning author lived for 32 years, ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
How a California girl became a Carolina gal
... Sheila’s car up a rutted gravelly road. We passed a square house covered in PermaBrick siding and a lopsided antenna on the roof. The neat ... RESOURCES:  illustration by Michael Mullan FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Finding high design and old-fashioned charm in Savannah, our sister city to the south
... stairwell to the Planter’s Tavern, below The Olde Pink House (built in 1771) on Reynolds Square. There you can order appetizers, a ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Five bartenders share surefire recipes to impress at your next cocktail celebration
... is in charge of all the fountain drink syrup recipes, from house-made ginger-ale to cherry soda and root beer. “Since coming to ... Shane ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Eat & Drink KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
A Southern Colonial showcases a family’s storied past
... and second-story wrap-around porches and grand columns, the house could easily have been a shoot location for a scene in Gone With the ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
George W. Vanderbilt's inaugural holiday party in 1895 welcomed 50 guests to the newly completed Biltmore House. Today's elaborate Christmas production at the estate enthralls hundreds of thousands of visitors each season. Here we take you behind the scenes to see just how the celebration unfolds.
... in 1895 welcomed 50 guests to the newly completed Biltmore House. Today's elaborate Christmas production at the estate enthralls hundreds ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Arts Feature KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Busy Hartzog just couldn’t forget her aunt’s circa-1920s playhouse, so she brought it home from South Carolina and restored it with love
... restored it with love Stepping inside Anna’s house is like walking into a scene from Alice in Wonderland. It bears all the ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
With birds in mind, one woodcrafter captures history in miniature
... “By doing that, I was able to recreate every stone on the house, and I could go back to the picture when it came time to paint them, ... Haynes ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Ten near by cities worth a trip this summer
... you’ll get down with the Monday Night All-Stars, the house band since day one and a fixture of soul and funk music who will make you ... theater, and the popular American Roots Series, which will feature Grammy-winner Steve Earle on June 10. NIGHT: There’s even more ...
Post meets beam to create a timber frame home worthy of housing an eclectic collection of antiques
... Timber Frames. “Our goal was not to build a brand new house,” says Bonnie. “We wanted it to look like it was built 100 years ago ... Stose ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
A landmark greenstone home in Hickory melds historic elegance with modern luxuries
... to keep the historic aspects intact while bringing the house into the 21st century. It’s where Angela, who is a partner with a ... Stose ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
... salad, scotch-broth soup, or a turkey sandwich made with the house-baked sourdough. Diners plan their visits by the weekly bread ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
A flower boutique owner’s home grows greener by the day
... visited Flora, it will come as no surprise that Thomas’s house feels just as vibrant and welcoming. The three-bedroom 1927 bungalow sits ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Erin Adams FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Carrying sound and story is the only way to live for a musical storyteller, rock-and-roll rambler, and two gifted brothers who all call the foothills of Western North Carolina home
... and storytelling gigs. They hope to get invited to the house concerts his many fans throughout the South arrange in their backyards ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Bursting with shops and eateries in quaint brick buildings, Black Mountain looks and feels like a storybook village brought to life. Nestled in the Swannanoa Valley, the town first rose to prominence as a stop for tourists traveling to Mount Mitchell by train, and later by automobile. Modern travelers will also find it a charming place to explore.
... than Louise’s Kitchen. Located in the historic Stepp House, one of the oldest structures in town, the restaurant serves home-style ... Ray ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Learning to live with WNC’s most beloved and misunderstood mammal
... and the couple’s tiny Yorkie, Bella, came out of the house and raised a ruckus. After a brief hospitalization and several ... if they were awake.” Hair and blood samples are taken next. “Hair samples are for genetic testing,” Strules says. “We might ... (Brews & Bears) Courtesy WNC Nature Center FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
A couple of plant experts prove the grass is always greener on the upper side
... took charge of the green roof on the Southern Living Idea House in Madison County, a showcase of sustainable technologies and design ... says Naar. “Now the roof becomes an architectural feature.” Maintenance is minimal for Naar, who has a contract with Living ...
While remaining true to its past, the world-renowned Penland School of Crafts never stops exploring the reaches of contemporary art
... is full of windows into different worlds. The Lily Loom House is sunny and tranquil, the high ceilings of the second floor weaving room ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  ARTS & EVENTS FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
The relics of architect Rafael Guastavino's estate, Rhododendron, hint at a rich life
... home, which he dubbed Rhododendron. The designer built the house on grounds that grew to almost 1,000 acres as he collected plots. ... Guastavino) courtesy of Swannanoa Valley Museum FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  History KEYWORD TAGS:  The ...
From family weekend getaways to the partying antics of rock stars, this Bat Cave inn was built to house good times
... antics of rock stars, this Bat Cave inn was built to house good times The water of Florida’s intercoastal waterway ... Mann ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Douglas Ellington and the rise of Art Deco in Asheville
... and First Baptist Church. And smaller elements around the house reflect his time spent in Western North Carolina. As you approach ... Trân ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Arts Feature KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
One hundred years ago, Fred Seely introduced the world to fine fabric handmade in the mountains
... Antique Car Museum), and production facility (aka Dye House), which is newly opened to the public. “The history of craft is here in ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Mac Kilduff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...
Old Fort’s Black community is creating outdoor recreational areas to rejuvenate their home
... and jerseys, parked their road bikes at the Old Fort Ride House operated by California-based Kitsbow, joyfully conversing and downing ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Derek DiLuzio FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
... For some old-fashioned Southern cooking, try Country House Restaurant [9334 N.C. 194 N., (336) 384-4678], which is open for ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Tryon chef Keith Snow takes his message about cooking with local and seasonal foods from the Internet to PBS
... elevation,” he says. “If that poor little girl left the house in the cold, we’d have to bundle her up so much that she couldn’t ... Brown ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  Eat & Drink KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Open for Business: From downtown to the south side, explore the town that keeps reinventing itself
... gathering spot. 631 Haywood Rd. Asheville Ale House Fans are rejoicing over Asheville’s newest sports bar, which opened ... ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
A crew of friends spends an evening in search of the best classic cocktail
... usually reserved for biscuits at your grandmother’s house. It’s odd, but that’s OK. My buddies and I are searching for the best ... Shane ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
... were moving into a new reality, downsizing from a large house filled with antiques to a chic condo inside a rehabbed factory.   ... Deal ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  STYLE & DESIGN FEATURE SUB ...
50 years ago, a grassroots groundswell fought the federal agency’s plan to reshape the French Broad River Basin
... River. He passed the foot bridge that led to his father’s house, then the swimming hole near a tract of bottomland, and paused at the ... courtesy of Transylvania County Public Library FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
A summer getaway in Highlands, and the retro-cool Skyline Lodge
... crowd going for pints and live music at the Ugly Dog Public House. In the Village - Main Street in Highlands is ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Peter Frank Edwards FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Offering adventures for every member of the gang
... Moses Cone. While you won’t be able to tour the whole house (conservation efforts are underway to preserve it), there is a gift shop ... Lugenbell, (inn) courtesy of Inn at Ragged Gardens FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
... masterpiece is enthralling and grandeur impressive. The house is decked for Christmas starting November 2. Allow at least 90 minutes to ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS FEATURE SUB ...
Local brewers and experts weigh in on the beer industry’s recent boom and its future
... ago that they needed to have food options, whether an in-house restaurant or regular food trucks. Several also added full bars, with ... Mountain Brewing & courtesy of 7 Clans Brewing FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
We asked chefs to spill the beans on their favorite local restaurants, bars, and purveyors, and the results offer a delicious insider’s guide to Asheville’s best eats and drinks
... also home to Burial’s production facility and sour barrel house, includes lots of acreage for the brewery’s growing lineup of events. ... Lane Photography; Photographs (5) by Reese Moore FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  EAT & DRINK FEATURE SUB CATEGORY:  ...
Enter the Spin Zone with our insider's guide to cycling in Transylvania
... upon Brevard,” he says, and he and his wife bought a house here in 2013. Two years later, as a member of Trek Factory Racing, he won ... PHOTOGRAPHER:  Derek DiLuzio FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  TRAVEL & OUTDOORS KEYWORD TAGS:  ...
Sometimes, smaller is better.
... foster the growing nightlife in downtown through its Rock House Lodge bar, which takes up the back portion of the store and offers craft ... Staff ILLUSTRATOR:  WNC Staff FEATURE TOP CATEGORY:  PEOPLE & PLACES FEATURE SUB ...