Emmaline’s guidebook
Food scene
My all time favorite local eats can be found here!
Located just a few miles down the road from the house and right across the street from the the Original Mast General Store, Over Yonder mixes traditional high country cooking with a bit of modern flair. Fresh local ingredients are used to create every item on the menu.
Some of our favorites are the smoked NC trout spread, Crispy Okra, and the shrimp & grits. They also offer a rotating menu of seasonal features.
Hungry travelers may want to call ahead for a reservation as this is a popular spot for locals. 828.963.6301
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Over Yonder Restaurant and Fresh Market
3608 NC-194Located just a few miles down the road from the house and right across the street from the the Original Mast General Store, Over Yonder mixes traditional high country cooking with a bit of modern flair. Fresh local ingredients are used to create every item on the menu.
Some of our favorites are the smoked NC trout spread, Crispy Okra, and the shrimp & grits. They also offer a rotating menu of seasonal features.
Hungry travelers may want to call ahead for a reservation as this is a popular spot for locals. 828.963.6301
The Gamekeeper Restaurant is located between Boone and Blowing rock NC. Well known for interesting and delicious takes on southern classics. The menu changes seasonally blending the traditional with the exotic, satisfying both meat and veggie lovers. Some menu items include Emu, Bison, and boar. Perfect for date nights and celebrations! We love the views and the ambiance of Gamekeeper and tend to make out dining experience last as long as possible.
Reservations are strongly encouraged as this is a very popular spot 828.963.7400
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Gamekeeper Restaurant
3005 Shulls Mill RdThe Gamekeeper Restaurant is located between Boone and Blowing rock NC. Well known for interesting and delicious takes on southern classics. The menu changes seasonally blending the traditional with the exotic, satisfying both meat and veggie lovers. Some menu items include Emu, Bison, and boar. Perfect for date nights and celebrations! We love the views and the ambiance of Gamekeeper and tend to make out dining experience last as long as possible.
Reservations are strongly encouraged as this is a very popular spot 828.963.7400
Located in Banner Elk, NC.
Offering hand crafted sandwiches made with fresh ingredients on homemade breads as well as old fashioned sodas to go along with them.
This is a great place to grab food to go or eat outside if the weather is nice (seating is very limited).
Call in orders: 828-963-6310
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Ham Shoppe
2931 Broadstone RdLocated in Banner Elk, NC.
Offering hand crafted sandwiches made with fresh ingredients on homemade breads as well as old fashioned sodas to go along with them.
This is a great place to grab food to go or eat outside if the weather is nice (seating is very limited).
Call in orders: 828-963-6310
The Cardinal is my all time favorite food spot in Boone! Hand crafted burgers, cocktails, a great selection of beer! the list of reasons why I love this place is long.
the vegan options are delicious!
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The Cardinal
1711 NC-105The Cardinal is my all time favorite food spot in Boone! Hand crafted burgers, cocktails, a great selection of beer! the list of reasons why I love this place is long.
the vegan options are delicious!
Located inside of a beautiful historic home Proper offers an ever changing menu of home style southern cooking with seasonal slant. I would eat any meal here but I particularly love brunch. their Biscuit Baby and Quiche or the day never disappoint.
Reservations recommended 828.865.5000
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Proper
142 Water StLocated inside of a beautiful historic home Proper offers an ever changing menu of home style southern cooking with seasonal slant. I would eat any meal here but I particularly love brunch. their Biscuit Baby and Quiche or the day never disappoint.
Reservations recommended 828.865.5000
Favorite Local Shops
Here are some of my favorite local shops to visit while at The River House.
Come see where is all began! From hiking boots to candy and home decor, The Original Mast General Store has a little something from everyone. Even if you're not in the mood to shop this store is a must see, built in 1883 the large building that houses the store is beautiful and fun to explore.
Don't forgot to check out the Little Red School House located behind the Mast Store for great deals on past season apparel and more!
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Mast General Store
Come see where is all began! From hiking boots to candy and home decor, The Original Mast General Store has a little something from everyone. Even if you're not in the mood to shop this store is a must see, built in 1883 the large building that houses the store is beautiful and fun to explore.
Don't forgot to check out the Little Red School House located behind the Mast Store for great deals on past season apparel and more!
An extension of the Original Mast General Store. The annex offers a selections of clothing and gear as well as The Candy Barrel, an old fashioned candy shop and toys store.
Select from old favorites from your childhood or make your own mix with their candy by the pound.
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Mast Store Annex
2918 Broadstone RdAn extension of the Original Mast General Store. The annex offers a selections of clothing and gear as well as The Candy Barrel, an old fashioned candy shop and toys store.
Select from old favorites from your childhood or make your own mix with their candy by the pound.
Stroll through booths and booth of handpicked treasures! Located in downtown Boone, Appalachian Antique Mall is perfect for antiques lovers and thrifters alike. I have been here many times and it always seems like the treasures keep getting better and better.
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Appalachian Antique Mall
631 W King StStroll through booths and booth of handpicked treasures! Located in downtown Boone, Appalachian Antique Mall is perfect for antiques lovers and thrifters alike. I have been here many times and it always seems like the treasures keep getting better and better.
Anna Banana's offers a large selection of vintage and recent consignment clothing, shoes, and accessories. This shop always has something funky and fun and the staff is awesome.
I love to stop here when I've forgotten to pack something for a specific outing or if I'm just in the mood for something new.
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Anna Banana's Fine Consignment
641 W King StAnna Banana's offers a large selection of vintage and recent consignment clothing, shoes, and accessories. This shop always has something funky and fun and the staff is awesome.
I love to stop here when I've forgotten to pack something for a specific outing or if I'm just in the mood for something new.
Self Care and Relaxation Spots
We all need to practice a little self love once in a while. Here are my favorite spas and and relaxation spots!
Valle Crucis Lavender House is a farm house spa offering massage therapy to help melt away stress so you can fully enjoy your vacation. There is also a gift shop that features hand made lotions, soaps, and much more.
Call to schedule: 828.963.6120
This spot is perfect for friends, couples, or single travelers who want to relax and destress.
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Valle Crucis Lavender House
175 Frank Mast RdValle Crucis Lavender House is a farm house spa offering massage therapy to help melt away stress so you can fully enjoy your vacation. There is also a gift shop that features hand made lotions, soaps, and much more.
Call to schedule: 828.963.6120
This spot is perfect for friends, couples, or single travelers who want to relax and destress.
Located in downtown Boone Neighborhood yoga offers classes from all levels as well as meditation and workshops.
Start your day off with a yoga class and them grab a coffee and wander downtown Boone.
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Neighborhood Yoga
659 W King StLocated in downtown Boone Neighborhood yoga offers classes from all levels as well as meditation and workshops.
Start your day off with a yoga class and them grab a coffee and wander downtown Boone.
Workshops and Experiences
Here you will find fun experiences and workshops to enhance your trip!
Weekly workshops include, Candle, soap, and lotion & lip balm making, as well as herbal tea making and tasting.
Call to sign up: 828.963.6120
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Valle Crucis Lavender House
175 Frank Mast RdWeekly workshops include, Candle, soap, and lotion & lip balm making, as well as herbal tea making and tasting.
Call to sign up: 828.963.6120
Apple Hill Farm is a super fun experience and great for kids!
Tour the farm and enjoy beautiful views!
Tours at 2 on Wed; 11 & 2 on Sat
*You must join a scheduled tour to see the animals. You can book online or by phone 828. 963.1662
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Apple Hill Farm - Alpaca Farm
400 Apple Hill RdApple Hill Farm is a super fun experience and great for kids!
Tour the farm and enjoy beautiful views!
Tours at 2 on Wed; 11 & 2 on Sat
*You must join a scheduled tour to see the animals. You can book online or by phone 828. 963.1662
Watuaga River Fly shop offers full service guide experiences by Mountain Bound Guides.
Experiences include: Floats trips, wade trips, and specialty trips. see their website for more info and booking info.
Watauga River Fly Shop
5712 North Carolina 105Watuaga River Fly shop offers full service guide experiences by Mountain Bound Guides.
Experiences include: Floats trips, wade trips, and specialty trips. see their website for more info and booking info.
High Mountains expeditions offers, white water rafting, caving, hiking, and river tubing experiences. As well as kayak and canoe rentals!
find them online or call: 828.202.1981
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High Mountain Expeditions
1380 NC-105High Mountains expeditions offers, white water rafting, caving, hiking, and river tubing experiences. As well as kayak and canoe rentals!
find them online or call: 828.202.1981
River and Earth Adventures offers Eco-education experiences, caving, and tons of water activities. The guides are knowledgeable and friendly, these experiences are always a good time.
Find them online at raftcavehike.com or call: 828.355.9797
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River & Earth Adventures
1655 NC-105River and Earth Adventures offers Eco-education experiences, caving, and tons of water activities. The guides are knowledgeable and friendly, these experiences are always a good time.
Find them online at raftcavehike.com or call: 828.355.9797
Perfect for train lovers young and old! The wild west train ride is always a good time.
The park is open April through December.
Visit tweetsie.com
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Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad LnPerfect for train lovers young and old! The wild west train ride is always a good time.
The park is open April through December.
Visit tweetsie.com
Ski, Snowboard, or tube sugar mountain! The River house is Located 30 minutes from the slopes.
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Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
1009 Sugar Mountain DrSki, Snowboard, or tube sugar mountain! The River house is Located 30 minutes from the slopes.
Who doesn't love a good wine tasting? Banner Elk Winery has beautiful views and award winning wines.
Wine tastings are offered year round:
$10/PERSON
12 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
EVERY DAY
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Banner Elk Winery & Villa
60 Deer RunWho doesn't love a good wine tasting? Banner Elk Winery has beautiful views and award winning wines.
Wine tastings are offered year round:
$10/PERSON
12 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
EVERY DAY
Sightseeing
One of the most beautiful spot in the area! Grandfather mountain offer hiking for all levels as well as history and plenty of adventure.
Grandfather Mountain is located about 40 minutes from The River House.
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Montanha Grandfather
2050 Blowing Rock HwyOne of the most beautiful spot in the area! Grandfather mountain offer hiking for all levels as well as history and plenty of adventure.
Grandfather Mountain is located about 40 minutes from The River House.