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Best Mountain Towns - Shopping in Waynesville North Carolina

Waynesville NC Shopping
Published on June 18, 2013

There is magic nestled in the mountains of Waynesville, North Carolina! With a reputation for its endless outdoor adventures, one of the best mountain towns in North Carolina has also become popular for its Main Street. With an abundance of art galleries and specialty shops, the heart of downtown Waynesville is an intriguing mountain town for the residents of gated North Carolina communities and regional visitors.

Nestled in the middle of the Appalachian Mountains, the adventurous outdoor life and mountain shopping experiences in Waynesville allure visitors driving the Blue Ridge Parkway and happy home owners at Sunset Falls at Bald Creek. Whether you want to decorate your mountain home or tempt yourself with a bit of window shopping, Waynesville has many types of stores and yummy restaurants to explore on Main Street. 

Souvenirs & Gifts 

If you’re searching for a weekend retreat remembrance or enjoy collecting local art, one of the best mountain towns in North Carolina can easily accommodate your needs. Affairs of the Heart is a specialty shop that offers thoughtful gifts such as jewelry, travel games or souvenir flags from Folkmoot, an annual International Dance Festival which takes place in July. 

“Its Christmas... Everyday” is a local shop that celebrates Christmas year round with the residents of the gated North Carolina communities and visitors. Residents living near the Blue Ridge Parkway and at Sunset Falls at Bald Creek have quick access to decorate and adorn their mountain homes with the help of this enchanting holiday shop. 

Sweet & Spicy Shops

For chocolate lover’s and those who look to satisfy their sweet tooth in the mountains, The Chocolate Bear’s selection of gourmet chocolates and home-style candies will do the trick! This is one of the finest chocolatiers in Western North Carolina. Pheasant Hill Cafe & Gallery is located a few blocks away and provides a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy a cup of cocoa or a delectable ice cream sundae while shopping for home accessories. Established in 1883, Mast General Store is another mountain favorite offering an extensive candy selection displayed in old fashioned wooden barrels.

To add some spice to your day, the Olde Brick House Spice and Tea Pantry has plenty of exotic flavors to “delight your senses.” Try their assortment of spices, rubs, custom salt blends and tea selections. A vintage tea set or colorful colander is a perfect token to remember your trip in one of the best mountain towns in North Carolina while you search for mountain property.

Art & Easels 

Art and Culture plays a significant role in downtown Waynesville. The residents of the gated North Carolina communities have access to new and interesting types of art and music everyday. Folks living in the nearby communities along the Blue Ridge Parkway and at Sunset Falls at Bald Creek have continuously changing opportunities to enjoy the artistic influence in Waynesville. 

Burr Studio and Turnabouts is one of many Waynesville art galleries. The gallery offers monthly art exhibits, while selling fine foods and speciality bath products. Burr Studio and Turnabouts is a must see shop during your stroll in downtown Waynesville, North Carolina. 

Whether you are passing through the Appalachian Mountains or looking to retire in a gated North Carolina community, Waynesville has plenty of wonderful boutiques and shops to explore, in addition to Waynesville’s new big box stores. To discover gated mountain communities along the Blue Ridge Parkway and see the stunning long range mountain views at Sunset Falls at Bald Creek, write info@communityfinder.com or call us toll free at 866.384.1799.