Natural/Man-Made Wonders
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YADKIN VALLEY VINEYARDS |
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North Carolina Mountain Vacations are far from
uneventful.
North Carolina led the country's wine production
in 1835 with the first commercial winery, MEDOC
Vineyard. More than a century later, North
Carolina shows a promising future for the grape
industry. Today North Carolina ranks 10th
nationally in grape production and 12th in wine
production.
The
following link will guide you through a journey
of North Carolina's wine country. We, at
Leatherwood, are excited about North Carolina
wine and would love to customize your personal
tour and offer tips for your North Carolina
Mountain Vacation experience.
www.yadkinwines.com
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NATURAL / MAN-MADE WONDERS |
Grandfather Mountain
drive to top, walk across mile-high
footbridge, nature museum, natural habitats for
bears, panthers, deer, and eagles, US 221 one mile
from Parkway, Linville, 60 minutes from Leatherwood
Blue Ridge Parkway
the most-visited national park, hugs the crest of
the mountains, 30 minutes from Leatherwood
Linn Cove Viaduct
milepost 304, engineering marvel bridge, winds
across Grandfather, seemingly hanging in space while
clinging to the mountain's face
Linville Caverns
US 221 south between Linville and Marion
Linville Falls
milepost 316, one of the most spectacular falls on
the Parkway, moderate hike to see
Lost Cove Cliffs
milepost 310, on summer nights you may spot the
legendary Brown Mountain Lights
The Blowing Rock
in the village of the same name, an immense
cliff overhanging Johns River Gorge 3,000 feet
below. The phenomenon is so called because the rocky
walls of the gorge form a flume through which the
northwest wind sweeps with such force that it
returns light objects cast over the void. 50 minutes
from Leatherwood 828-295-7111
Moses Cone Manor
House & Estate and Parkway Craft Center, May through
October, milepost 294
Stone Mountain State Park
stone monolith mountain, hiking,
picnicking, fishing, 60 minutes from Leatherwood
Pilot Mountain State Park
smaller stone monolith, unique, US 52, Pinnacle, 90
minutes from Leatherwood
Chimney Rock Park
NC 64/74-A, 2 hours from Leatherwood
Mountain Laurel bloom in early June
Rhododendron bloom in late June
Kerr Scott Reservoir
camping, picnicking, fishing, 15 minutes from
Leatherwood
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ACTIVITIES |
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In - Cabin Spa Treatments -
www.appalachianspa.com Is
our exclusive spa service that comes to your private
cabin. Check out their website to see what
they offer.
Tweetsie
Railroad
three-mile adventure train ride, petting zoo, rides
on 321 between Boone and Blowing Rock, May through
October
Grandfather Trout Farm
NC 105 between Boone and Linville
Grandfather Gem Mine
NC 105 between Boone and Linville
Kerr Scott Lake
Mountian Biking Trails
-Some of the best Mountain Biking in the Blue Ridge
can be found along the scenic shores of W. Kerr
Scott Lake near Wilkesboro. The Lake is home
to over a dozen miles of singletrack trails, with
more under construction. The trails at Kerr
Scott were built by mountain bikers for mountain
bikers. They're fast, fun & ready to ride! 15
minutes from Leatherwood
Emerald Hollow
rockhounding, sluicing, Hiddenite, 7 AM to sunset
daily, 60 minutes from Leatherwood
The Greater Foscoe Mining
Co. enriched emerald mine ore from 9 to
6, 7 days a week, Hwy 105, Foscoe, 828-963-5928, 50
minutes from Leatherwood
Wilderness Lodge Canoe & Kayak
1 hour to all day, W. Kerr Scott Lake or Yadkin
River trips, 20 minutes from Leatherwood,
336-921-2277
Zaloo's Canoes 2
hours to all day, Hwy 16 & 88, Jefferson,
800-535-4027, 60 minutes from Leatherwood
Appalachian Angler
fly shop & guide service, Hwy 105 near Hound Ears,
828-963-5050, 50 minutes from Leatherwood
Foscoe Fishing Company and
Outfitters for a day of fishing you'll
never forget,
New Shop Location: 9400 NC Hwy. 105 Foscoe NC, 828-963-6556, 50
minutes from Leatherwood
Wahoo's Adventures
rafting, canoeing, tubing outfitters, US 321
one mile south of Boone 800-444-RAFT
Price Lake
milepost 297, fishing, hiking, picnicking
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HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL |
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Original Ben Long Frescoes
painted on the walls of two little untended
Episcopal mission churches, the Church of the Holy
Trinity in Glendale Springs and St. Mary’s in West
Jefferson. The sanctuaries are dominated by frescoes
behind their altars. St. Mary’s altar piece is a
realistic Christ upon the cross, imposed upon a more
ethereal Christ behind the cross, the historical
Jesus and the transfigured Christ. To left and right
of the massive fresco, smaller ones of a pregnant
Mary (the Mary of great expectations) and a
proclaiming John the Baptist, both portenders of
Christ, point to the center Christ. The Church of
the Holy Trinity has as its imposing altar piece an
unusual Last Supper. One hour from Leatherwood
Wilkes County Ben Long Frescoe
St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Wilkesboro that is
only 20+ minutes away from Leatherwood.St. Paul's
Episcopal Church Frescoes (336)667-4231 200 Cowles
Street Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Two frescoes are painted
by world-renowned artist Ben Long, depicting St.
Paul the Apostle's time of conversion and while
writing the Epistles in prison. Viewing is open,
free, to the public Mon.-Sat. 9a-5p, and Sun.12p-5p.
Wilkes Heritage Museum
www.WilkesHeritageMuseum.com offers Wilkes
County’s history of Native Americans, Moravian
Explorers, Revolutionary Heroes, Civil War, local
industry, moonshine and stock car racing, Gov.
Montford Stokes, Tom Dula ''Dooley'', natural
disasters like the 1916 and 1940 floods, and guided
tours of the Old Wilkes Jail and the Robert
Cleveland home. Plus, Candlelight Ghost Tours
through Historic Downtown Wilkesboro on select
evenings. Admission fee. 10a - 4p Tuesday -
Saturday. Closed Sundays, Mondays, and Major
Holidays.
Whippoorwill Village
NC 268 one mile east of Ferguson, 3-5 Saturdays
and Sundays, Tom Dooley Museum, Smokehouse Gallery,
Daniel Boone replica cabin and a country store
Hampton Mill on
NC 105 turn right like going to Newland for meal to
make yeast rolls, sourdough bread, grits
Wilkes Community College
Gardens Wilkesboro
Todd's Store old
country store, player pianos, ice cream, Buffalo
Cove, 10 minutes from Leatherwood
Cerminaro Vineyard
Saturdays noon to 6 for tours & tastings,
20 minutes from Leatherwood
Biltmore Estate
gardens, conservatory and winery, US 25, Asheville
9-5 daily, 2 hours from Leatherwood
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SHOWS |
Blowing Rock Stage Company
828-295-9627, professional theatrical company
presenting live comedies and musicals throughout the
summer
Wilkes Playmakers
community theater company at times throughout
the year. Special performance of Tom Dooley - A
Wilkes County Legend - people nationwide have been
fascinated and intrigued with the Tom Dooley story
for over a century. The 1860's murder of Laura
Foster not far from Leatherwood was one of the
nation’s first highly publicized crimes of passion.
Tom Dooley was hanged for the crime but many
questions were left unanswered. Excellent play, runs
July-August, 336-838-PLAY, 30 minutes from
Leatherwood
Horn in the West
outdoor drama, mid-June to mid-August, 828-264-2120
Barter Theatre
Abingdon, VA (800) 368-3240, 2 hours from
Leatherwood
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EVENTS |
"Sunday Concert in the
Park" Blowing Rock, frequently
Merlefest
Bluegrass Festival, Wilkesboro, late April
Highland Games
Grandfather Mountain, mid-July
Singing on the Mountain
Grandfather Mountain, fourth Sunday in June
Christmas in July
West Jefferson, second full weekend in July
Art in the Park
Blowing Rock, third Saturdays
Fall Festival
Roan Mountain State Park, mid-September
Wooly Worm Festival
Banner Elk, mid-October
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SHOPPING |
Mast General Store
est. 1883 in Valle Crucis, old mountain
landmark. Traditional clothing, comfortable shoes
and hiking boots, and old-time mercantile items
Shoppes on the Parkway
Blowing Rock, 35 factory outlets, Mon-Sat 10am-9pm,
Sun 1-6pm, 828-295-4248
Cabin Fever on
Main Street in Blowing Rock. Unique shop filled with
interesting log furniture and cabin accessories
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SKIING |
NC Skiing information
Ski Beech
Banner Elk, 90 minutes from Leatherwood
Sugar Mountain
Banner Elk, 75 minutes from Leatherwood
Appalachian Ski Mountain
Boone, 60 minutes from Leatherwood
Ski Hawksnest
Foscoe, 70 minutes from Leatherwood
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GOLF |
Boone Golf Club
Boone, 40 minutes from Leatherwood
MountainAire Golf Club
West Jefferson 60 minutes from Leatherwood
336-877-4716
Jefferson Landing Golf Club
Jefferson, 60 minutes from Leatherwood, 800-292-6274
or 336-982-4449
Hawksnest Golf & Ski Resort
Hwy 105 between Boone & Linville, 50 minutes from
Leatherwood
Cedar Lake Golf Course
Jonesville one hour from Leatherwood,
336-835-5041
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BEST PLACES TO EAT |
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Elk Creek Inn
at the entrance to Leatherwood
Applewood Bistro
- Fine dining near Kerr Scott Dam on 268 in
Wilkesboro. Offering
gourmet lunch and dinner dishes and an extensive
wine list. 921-4364
Branciforte's Brick Oven
- Authentic Italian restaurant serving brick oven
pizza, pasta and gelato. Main Street N.
Wilkesboro, 838-1110
Sixth & Main - This
fine dining restaurant offers a unique blend of
gourmet dishes, wine and atmosphere set in a quaint
home located on 6th Street in downtown North
Wilkesboro. Also features full service bar. 903-1166
reservations suggested.
Todd's Store in
downtown Buffalo Cove. At lunchtime, have a tasty
sandwich and soft drink in a glass bottle and browse
the old-time store and player piano shop, 6 minutes
from Leatherwood
Crippen's Country Inn &
Restaurant Blowing Rock, 5
stars
Canyons great views and casual
atmosphere, Blowing Rock
Casa Rustica
Great Italian Dining, Boone Hwy 105
The Peddler Steak House
Boone
Sagebrush Steakhouse &
Saloon baby back ribs, prime rib,
peanuts, Boone and Wilkesboro
The Bistro fine
wines, fine coffees, desserts, pasta creations,
steaks, seafood, custom prepared entrees, Boone
The Best Cellar
in Blowing Rock, excellent cuisine
Shatley Springs
home-cooked family-style dining for three
generations, cat-head biscuits, Hwy 16 in Crumpler,
one hour from Leatherwood
Greenfields
famous for home-cooked family-style dining,
Jefferson, 50 minutes from Leatherwood
Jackalopes
varied menu, BYOB, Beech Mountain, 90 minutes from
Leatherwood
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Leatherwood Mountains is a member of the
High Country Host,
and the Chambers of Commerce of
Blowing Rock,
Boone, and
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