Lavender's Green Guidebook
Food scene
The most “upscale” dining experience in Hendersonville. Be sure to make a reservation.
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Shine
202 N Main StThe most “upscale” dining experience in Hendersonville. Be sure to make a reservation.
The very best ice cream in North Carolina. Be sure to take the kids here for a delicious treat!
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Celtic Creamery WNC
227 7th Ave EThe very best ice cream in North Carolina. Be sure to take the kids here for a delicious treat!
Fried chicken and donuts- what more could you want!? The perfect place to grab breakfast or lunch.
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HenDough Chicken & Donuts
532 Kanuga RdFried chicken and donuts- what more could you want!? The perfect place to grab breakfast or lunch.
Pizza, BBQ, sandwiches, salad, burgers, shrimp n’ grits, and more. Everyone will find a meal they love on this vast menu!
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Flat Rock Wood Room
1501 Greenville HwyPizza, BBQ, sandwiches, salad, burgers, shrimp n’ grits, and more. Everyone will find a meal they love on this vast menu!
The perfect lunch spot after checking out The Carl Sandburg home. Delicious pizzas, sandwiches and salads.
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Flat Rock Village Bakery
2710 Greenville HwyThe perfect lunch spot after checking out The Carl Sandburg home. Delicious pizzas, sandwiches and salads.
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse
2724 Greenville HwyFun BBQ spot - be sure to check their website as hours vary.
A funky and eclectic spot with food to match. Located on downtown Main Street, it’s a great dinner spot for those wanting variety.
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Never Blue
119 S Main StA funky and eclectic spot with food to match. Located on downtown Main Street, it’s a great dinner spot for those wanting variety.
White Duck Taco Shop
The best taco spot- grab a margarita too!
Just down the road, this place is great for calling ahead and ordering pizza, hoagies, and other Mediterranean dishes!
Marinos Pizza House
Just down the road, this place is great for calling ahead and ordering pizza, hoagies, and other Mediterranean dishes!
Mountain Deli
343 N Main StHot Dog World
226 Kanuga RdCan’t beat a good ol’ fashioned hotdog drive-in!
An eclectic fast food restaurant and ice cream shop!
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Piggy's Ice Cream-Harry's Grille
102 Duncan Hill RdAn eclectic fast food restaurant and ice cream shop!
Fun Activities & Excursions
10 minute drive. The best gem mining experience for kids. Highly recommend!
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Elijah Mountain Edliskórsgröftur
2120 Brevard Rd10 minute drive. The best gem mining experience for kids. Highly recommend!
For AVID mountain bikers. This is a thrilling and intense mountain biking park worth visiting for ages 9 and up. Rent bikes from The Hub near Brevard or bring your own. This park is literally just down the street from us.
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Ride Kanuga
1249 Kanuga Lake RdFor AVID mountain bikers. This is a thrilling and intense mountain biking park worth visiting for ages 9 and up. Rent bikes from The Hub near Brevard or bring your own. This park is literally just down the street from us.
A fun family activity for winter visits! Just 10 minutes down the road.
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Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park
5865 Willow RdA fun family activity for winter visits! Just 10 minutes down the road.
Newly renovated and expanded, this is a great spot to take kids when the weather doesn't permit outdoor activities.
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Hands On! Children's Museum
318 N Main StNewly renovated and expanded, this is a great spot to take kids when the weather doesn't permit outdoor activities.
Wonderful horseback riding experience for ages 7+ through the Pisgah Forest. Check out the website and call to make reservations to ride. Give yourself 40 minutes to get there from the house as the roads leading to the stables are very bumpy.
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Pisgah Forest Riding Stables
National Forest RoadWonderful horseback riding experience for ages 7+ through the Pisgah Forest. Check out the website and call to make reservations to ride. Give yourself 40 minutes to get there from the house as the roads leading to the stables are very bumpy.
Sliding Rock is a waterfall in Western North Carolina, located near Brevard, so named because visitors can slide all the way down the waterfall into the plunge pool below. Sliding Rock is a small slide-type waterfall on Looking Glass Creek, in the Pisgah National Forest, near Brevard, North Carolina. It has a gentle slope and is about 60 feet long, ending in a large, deep pool (between 6–7 feet deep) at the bottom.
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Sliding Rock
Sliding Rock is a waterfall in Western North Carolina, located near Brevard, so named because visitors can slide all the way down the waterfall into the plunge pool below. Sliding Rock is a small slide-type waterfall on Looking Glass Creek, in the Pisgah National Forest, near Brevard, North Carolina. It has a gentle slope and is about 60 feet long, ending in a large, deep pool (between 6–7 feet deep) at the bottom.
For the adventurous travelers, take a canopy zip line tour over the Green River Gorge in Saluda, NC. Recommended for ages 10+ and weights of 70-225 lbs. Personally, I think it's ideal for middle schoolers and up.
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The Gorge - A Zipline Canopy Tour
166 Honey Bee DrFor the adventurous travelers, take a canopy zip line tour over the Green River Gorge in Saluda, NC. Recommended for ages 10+ and weights of 70-225 lbs. Personally, I think it's ideal for middle schoolers and up.
33 minute drive from the house - enjoy floating down the Green River. Trip duration is 2-2.5 hours. Tubes can be rented first come first serve. Reservations recommended for parties over 20 people.
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Green River Cove Tubing
5200 Green River Cove Rd33 minute drive from the house - enjoy floating down the Green River. Trip duration is 2-2.5 hours. Tubes can be rented first come first serve. Reservations recommended for parties over 20 people.
Your one-stop shop for tubing rentals, guided fishing and paddling tours. Tube rentals include tubes, life jackets, and transportation to and from the French Broad River. They make it easy to have fun. When you return, eat or drink at the adjoining taproom.
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Headwaters Outfitters
25 Parkway RdYour one-stop shop for tubing rentals, guided fishing and paddling tours. Tube rentals include tubes, life jackets, and transportation to and from the French Broad River. They make it easy to have fun. When you return, eat or drink at the adjoining taproom.
Located at the entrance of Pisgah Nat'l. Forest, outdoor recreational rentals abound here along with beer and food.
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The Hub and Pisgah Tavern
11 Mama's PlLocated at the entrance of Pisgah Nat'l. Forest, outdoor recreational rentals abound here along with beer and food.
When is the last time you hiked with llamas? Just 30 minutes down the road, this is a once in a lifetime experience you'll never forget! Check the website for booking information.
Ellaberry Llama Farm
4178 Old Clear Creek RoadWhen is the last time you hiked with llamas? Just 30 minutes down the road, this is a once in a lifetime experience you'll never forget! Check the website for booking information.
Epli af afi
2951 Chimney Rock RdBullington Gardens
95 Upper Red Oak TrailVisit the Fairy Trail during the summer!
Timber Axe Throwing
218 Duncan Hill RdZipline Tours for ages 4 & up! About 45 mins from the house near Lake Lure.
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Canopy Ridge Farm
7115 US-64Zipline Tours for ages 4 & up! About 45 mins from the house near Lake Lure.
Sightseeing
Just down the road. BEAUTIFUL spot for apple/fruit picking, hard cider tasting, etc. They have food on-site along with a huge covered play area for kids. There is also a small “pumpkin patch.” A covered wagon and tractor ride to take you to the orchards. It’s a great spot for families and kids.
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Jeter Mountain Farm
1126 Jeter Mountain RdJust down the road. BEAUTIFUL spot for apple/fruit picking, hard cider tasting, etc. They have food on-site along with a huge covered play area for kids. There is also a small “pumpkin patch.” A covered wagon and tractor ride to take you to the orchards. It’s a great spot for families and kids.
Easy drive and parking to see spectacular views. Also some moderate hikes here as well.
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Hoppa af klett
4501 Laurel Park HwyEasy drive and parking to see spectacular views. Also some moderate hikes here as well.
Another great orchard experience. A large outdoor play area, amazing donuts and a hayride await you. Super fun!
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Sky Top Orchard
1193 Pinnacle Mountain RdAnother great orchard experience. A large outdoor play area, amazing donuts and a hayride await you. Super fun!
Located in nearby Flat Rock - great easy "hike" to house - The House isn't open for tours but you can still walk around and see it. Walk to see the rest of the property and check out the goatery. Dogs welcome (but not in the goatery).
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Carl Sandburg Home
Located in nearby Flat Rock - great easy "hike" to house - The House isn't open for tours but you can still walk around and see it. Walk to see the rest of the property and check out the goatery. Dogs welcome (but not in the goatery).
Wintergreen Falls Trail
Wintergreen Falls TrailEasy hiking trail in nearby Dupont State Forest.
10-15 min drive. Short, easy/moderate hikes to see some great waterfalls.
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Triple Falls Trail
10-15 min drive. Short, easy/moderate hikes to see some great waterfalls.
10-15 min drive. Short, easy/moderate hikes to see some great waterfalls.
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Hooker Falls
10-15 min drive. Short, easy/moderate hikes to see some great waterfalls.
Tons of hiking options. Use the All Trails app to find the best hike for you.
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Pisgah National Forest
Tons of hiking options. Use the All Trails app to find the best hike for you.
Moore Cove Falls
Beautiful and easy hike in the Pisgah Forest.
Beautiful views at the top of Chimney Rock. Cute little street with shops, restaurants and attractions as you drive in as well.
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Chimney Rock
Beautiful views at the top of Chimney Rock. Cute little street with shops, restaurants and attractions as you drive in as well.
Take DuPont/Staton Rd. and go 1 mile past the Hooker Falls trailhead. On your left is High Falls trailhead with access to the Covered Bridge, Bridal Falls, Grassy Creek trails and more. Also has a lovely visitors center and restrooms.
High Falls
High Falls TrailTake DuPont/Staton Rd. and go 1 mile past the Hooker Falls trailhead. On your left is High Falls trailhead with access to the Covered Bridge, Bridal Falls, Grassy Creek trails and more. Also has a lovely visitors center and restrooms.
Awesome park with hiking trails and Smoky Bear exhibits! The Talking Tree trail is interactive for kids and teaches all about the nature surrounding them.
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Holmes Educational State Forest
1299 Crab Creek RdAwesome park with hiking trails and Smoky Bear exhibits! The Talking Tree trail is interactive for kids and teaches all about the nature surrounding them.
Breathtaking gardens and views! Highly recommend a visit for any plant lovers. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
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Norður-Karólína Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted WayBreathtaking gardens and views! Highly recommend a visit for any plant lovers. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
A sight to behold, spend the day touring the majestic Vanderbilt home and property.
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Biltmore
1 Lodge StA sight to behold, spend the day touring the majestic Vanderbilt home and property.
Little Bradley Falls Trail
5336 Holbert Cove RdCity/town information
Sweet downtown great for walking, shopping and dining. 5 minutes from the house.
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Hendersonville
Sweet downtown great for walking, shopping and dining. 5 minutes from the house.
Lovely little town with great walkable streets, shops, and restaurants. 20-25 minutes from the house.
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Brevard
Lovely little town with great walkable streets, shops, and restaurants. 20-25 minutes from the house.
Awesome town for shopping, dining and hiking. 40 minutes from Lavenders Green.
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Black Mountain
Awesome town for shopping, dining and hiking. 40 minutes from Lavenders Green.
Soak up art, culture, shopping and a trip to the Biltmore here in this funky mountain city.
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Asheville
Soak up art, culture, shopping and a trip to the Biltmore here in this funky mountain city.
Grab some Brews
Great brewery close to the house with plenty of space for kids. Be sure to check out their website and calendar. They have a rotating food truck, events (trivia, bingo, etc.), and live music. Dogs welcome!
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Dry Falls Brewing Co.
425 Kanuga RdGreat brewery close to the house with plenty of space for kids. Be sure to check out their website and calendar. They have a rotating food truck, events (trivia, bingo, etc.), and live music. Dogs welcome!
Disney World for adults - visit the most beautiful brewery with outdoor spaces to explore. Dogs and kids welcome outside. Roam the gardens, play bocce, or run around in the huge amphitheater fields. There is a Taproom Restaurant that serves yummy food as well. Check their website to see if reservations can be made. Otherwise, enjoy the great outdoors and beers!
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Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant
100 Sierra Nevada WayDisney World for adults - visit the most beautiful brewery with outdoor spaces to explore. Dogs and kids welcome outside. Roam the gardens, play bocce, or run around in the huge amphitheater fields. There is a Taproom Restaurant that serves yummy food as well. Check their website to see if reservations can be made. Otherwise, enjoy the great outdoors and beers!
Guidon Brewing Company
415 8th Ave ECool spot in downtown Hendersonville. Dogs and kids welcome.
Oklawaha Brewery (formerly Sanctuary Brewing), is a cool spot down just one side street of Main Street in downtown Hendersonville. Pop in for a cold one and maybe catch some live music while you're there. Kids and dogs welcome.
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Oklawaha Brewing Company
147 1st Ave EOklawaha Brewery (formerly Sanctuary Brewing), is a cool spot down just one side street of Main Street in downtown Hendersonville. Pop in for a cold one and maybe catch some live music while you're there. Kids and dogs welcome.
Located right next to Guidon Brewery, another great spot to take the family and enjoy some local brews.
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Southern Appalachian Brewery
822 Locust StLocated right next to Guidon Brewery, another great spot to take the family and enjoy some local brews.
https://www.oskarblues.com/location/brevard-nc-oskar-blues-taproom/
Located just 20 minutes West of the house, this is a fun spot to visit for food and brews! Check out the website for event info.
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Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom - Brevard
342 Mountain Industrial Drhttps://www.oskarblues.com/location/brevard-nc-oskar-blues-taproom/
Located just 20 minutes West of the house, this is a fun spot to visit for food and brews! Check out the website for event info.
Hop on for a tour of Hendersonville or pedal to downtown breweries. A great way to get around and enjoy brews at the same time. Check their website for ride options, times, and bookings. https://hvlpedalbrews.com
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HVL Pedal & Brews
402 2nd Ave EHop on for a tour of Hendersonville or pedal to downtown breweries. A great way to get around and enjoy brews at the same time. Check their website for ride options, times, and bookings. https://hvlpedalbrews.com
Fun on the farm at this brewery just 20 minutes down the road. Check their website for events and hours.
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Sideways Farm & Brewery
62 Eade RdFun on the farm at this brewery just 20 minutes down the road. Check their website for events and hours.
Family friendly brewery in Fletcher, NC - 27 minute drive
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Blue Ghost Brewing Company
125 Underwood RdFamily friendly brewery in Fletcher, NC - 27 minute drive
21 minutes from the house, another great spot to take the family. Check their website for events and hours.
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Mills River Brewery
336 Banner Farm Road21 minutes from the house, another great spot to take the family. Check their website for events and hours.
Burning Blush Brewery
4891 Boylston Hwy23 minute drive
Blue Ridge Beer Garden
Vineyards/Wineries
A short 20 minute drive to beautiful views and fun wine tasting experience!
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Burntshirt Vineyards
2695 Sugarloaf RdA short 20 minute drive to beautiful views and fun wine tasting experience!
Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards
588 Chestnut Gap Rd19 minute drive from the house
37 minute drive east of Hendersonville. Check out their website for events, music, and food menus.
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Parker-Binns Vineyard
2275 Whiteside Rd37 minute drive east of Hendersonville. Check out their website for events, music, and food menus.
Stone Ashe Vineyard
736 Green Mountain Rd12 mi/26 minute drive from the house.
Marked Tree Vineyard
623 Deep Gap RdJust an 18 minute drive from the house.
Take in gorgeous views and wine tastings here - just a 30 minute drive from the house.
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Point Lookout Vineyards
408 Appleola RdTake in gorgeous views and wine tastings here - just a 30 minute drive from the house.
Souther Williams Vineyard
655 Hoopers Creek Road30 minute drive to Fletcher, NC.
Misc. Local Recommendations
Carbon Fit
715 South Grove StreetLocal Gym offering personal training, barre, spin, HIIT, boxing and bootcamp classes!