My brother has a shop called Black Mountian Iron works. He made the rocking chairs in the center of town. He has been their 20 yrs. His shop is on Padgettown Rd. Everything hand made with iron.
I was kindly hosted for about a month by Carol and her husband who was a chiropractor/physical therapist. It's a beautiful authentic town and very welcoming. At the entrance to B. Mountain was a large repurposed house which sold lots of good organic produce. Town was quaint and full of small shops and small restaurants...you seemed to have found more thing than I did. I love their public library.
I visited this area back in late 2019 and fell in love with it! I remember Lake Tomahawk and we walked all around that lake! I'm getting ready to relocate and researching now these areas! BM is where I'd love to be in November of this year! Thank you for this!
I grew up in south Asheville near the airport. That house is actually on the flight path! (In a certain direction. ;) ) I knew the original owners of the Monte Vista. I was allowed, once, to see their model train set that was built in the basement. It's been removed, unfortunately. I have always enjoyed Black Mountain. Such a neat place.
I am currently reading a William Forstchen novel titled One Second After. It's set in Black Mountain so I had to check out some videos of the area and yours sir is the best one I have found. Thank you for helping me visualize as I read the story. ❤❤
The Seven Sisters mountains he points out are the Swannanoa Mountain range. The Seven Sisters range is behind him and is the ridge where the Blue Ridge Parkway runs. The town isn't "touristy" although it has hosted tourists since its inception in the 1700s. The town is filled with stores and galleries that support regional and local artists, amazing restaurants with an international flavor, and lots of hiking.
It is "touristy" in the Fall, but all of the NC mountains are touristy at the same time. Asheville has been ruined by Covid, a progressive govt, and big corporations buying out small business, and building big high-rises, fancy shops and bars, all over town. The "Paris of America" is gone.
We've stayed in Black Mountain many times over 15-20 years. Three of the big Bed & Breakfasts were purchased and no longer exist. The Red Rocker remains, but the owners sold out in 2023. The new owners are now trading on the Red Rocker's good reputation, but they have removed some of the perks, especially the well-known Breakfast Buffet (the main reason for staying there). The breakfast menu for guests is included with the room now, but I had to send mine back to the kitchen twice in 3 days. Their rates are way up, too. And raising their rates, a lot. There is no longer a reason to stay there
Saw you with AdamTheWoo and was so happy to see here that you visited our town! I’ve lived here for years and haven’t been in half of the stores you went in haha. I really enjoyed the tour!
Can anyone tell me if “Louise’s Kitchen “ Restaurant survived Hurricane Helene, I love that house because it belonged to my Gr. Great Uncle George Washington Stepp. I went there to eat after finding out about it. I am worried about it!😢
Did they have any shop’s with handmade mountain crafts - made by local people - people that were born and raised in the area - seems like it’s just stuff and people from other areas of the country - with no local culture - Sad very sad - looks like it’s going down the tube of rich city people - moving in - want be small town very long - Lots of high prices - cutting locals out - sad - I still like the area - but - it has changed so so much - very Sad
There are lots of local art and crafts available in many shops and galleries in Black Mountain. Another nearby gallery in Old Fort called Arrowhead has what you are looking for as well.
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My brother has a shop called Black Mountian Iron works. He made the rocking chairs in the center of town. He has been their 20 yrs. His shop is on Padgettown Rd. Everything hand made with iron.
That's fantastic. 🙂
old fort is just down the road two
My mother grew up in Black Mountain on Dougherty St. Grandparents turned their home into a? B&B called Craggy Lodge Rooms.
I was kindly hosted for about a month by Carol and her husband who was a chiropractor/physical therapist. It's a beautiful authentic town and very welcoming. At the entrance to B. Mountain was a large repurposed house which sold lots of good organic produce. Town was quaint and full of small shops and small restaurants...you seemed to have found more thing than I did. I love their public library.
I visited this area back in late 2019 and fell in love with it! I remember Lake Tomahawk and we walked all around that lake! I'm getting ready to relocate and researching now these areas! BM is where I'd love to be in November of this year! Thank you for this!
You're very welcome. 😊
I grew up in south Asheville near the airport. That house is actually on the flight path! (In a certain direction. ;) )
I knew the original owners of the Monte Vista. I was allowed, once, to see their model train set that was built in the basement. It's been removed, unfortunately.
I have always enjoyed Black Mountain. Such a neat place.
I am currently reading a William Forstchen novel titled One Second After. It's set in Black Mountain so I had to check out some videos of the area and yours sir is the best one I have found. Thank you for helping me visualize as I read the story. ❤❤
That is very nice. Thank you so much.🙂💓
@@toddventure most welcome. Keep up the great work!
I've through Black Mountain on I-40 but never new there was a town. nice little town.
The Seven Sisters mountains he points out are the Swannanoa Mountain range. The Seven Sisters range is behind him and is the ridge where the Blue Ridge Parkway runs. The town isn't "touristy" although it has hosted tourists since its inception in the 1700s. The town is filled with stores and galleries that support regional and local artists, amazing restaurants with an international flavor, and lots of hiking.
I always get turned around.🙂 Thank you for the correction .❤
It is "touristy" in the Fall, but all of the NC mountains are touristy at the same time. Asheville has been ruined by Covid, a progressive govt, and big corporations buying out small business, and building big high-rises, fancy shops and bars, all over town. The "Paris of America" is gone.
Visited Asheville and the surrounding areas in September 21. I love it there. Planning on relocating to that area soon. Great video!
Nice video.
We've stayed in Black Mountain many times over 15-20 years. Three of the big Bed & Breakfasts were purchased and no longer exist. The Red Rocker remains, but the owners sold out in 2023. The new owners are now trading on the Red Rocker's good reputation, but they have removed some of the perks, especially the well-known Breakfast Buffet (the main reason for staying there). The breakfast menu for guests is included with the room now, but I had to send mine back to the kitchen twice in 3 days. Their rates are way up, too. And raising their rates, a lot. There is no longer a reason to stay there
I'm sorry to hear that. Still love making our day trips there. Hopefully, you will find an alternative.
Another GREAT TRIP Todd! I have to get out and explore myself. Thanks for sharing!!!
So much to see their. We'll do a return visit soon.🙂
Nice 🤗
Saw you with AdamTheWoo and was so happy to see here that you visited our town! I’ve lived here for years and haven’t been in half of the stores you went in haha. I really enjoyed the tour!
Thanks Todd enjoyed
Heading there the end of September. Thanks for this great presentation.👍👍
You'll have fun.
@@toddventure👍👍🌺🌸
Can anyone tell me if “Louise’s Kitchen “ Restaurant survived Hurricane Helene, I love that house because it belonged to my Gr. Great Uncle George Washington Stepp. I went there to eat after finding out about it. I am worried about it!😢
@bettyhawkins1142 Hopefully, someone can help answer that. I haven't seen any updates myself. ❤️
Nice 👍🇲🇦🍷
That’s where I live !
Love your town! We look forward to returning soon.
There is a book based in your town. It’s called One Second After
@@toddventure i live here in black mountain as well. Have been here since 2015 and wouldn't change it for anything.
we went there this past Saturday, wasnt to impressed. But I did find a really good chocolate chip cookie at a lil bakery
I'm sorry to hear that. We love it and will be going back soon. Love the town.
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Is this a place in Black Mountain?
Did they have any shop’s with handmade mountain crafts - made by local people - people that were born and raised in the area - seems like it’s just stuff and people from other areas of the country - with no local culture - Sad very sad - looks like it’s going down the tube of rich city people - moving in - want be small town very long - Lots of high prices - cutting locals out - sad - I still like the area - but - it has changed so so much - very Sad
Some suggestions.
www.sevensistersgallery.com
olddepot.org/index.html
www.southernhighlandguild.org/about/
badcraft828.com/
There are lots of local art and crafts available in many shops and galleries in Black Mountain. Another nearby gallery in Old Fort called Arrowhead has what you are looking for as well.
There is also the Black Mountain Arts Center next door to The Dripolater Coffee House in BM.