Anna's Guidebook
Outdoor Adventure
Get out and explore the incredible history and nature of Western NC!
1792 Pilot Knob Park Rd., Pinnacle, NC 27043
336-444-5100
138 locals recommend
Pilot Mountain State Park
1721 Pilot Knob Park RdGet out and explore the incredible history and nature of Western NC!
1792 Pilot Knob Park Rd., Pinnacle, NC 27043
336-444-5100
358 New River State Park Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644
336-982-2587
59 locals recommend
New River State Park
358 New River State Park Rd358 New River State Park Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644
336-982-2587
Stone Mountain State Park
3042 Frank Pkwy3042 Frank Pkwy, Roaring Gap, NC 28668
336-957-8185
Cumberland Knob Recreation Area
Milepost 217.5, Blue Ridge Parkway
Doughton Recreation Area
Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 238.5-241.
We absolutely loved renting canoes and kayaks here, an easy drive from the cabin! Much closer than New River State Park, and Galax has a quaint downtown to explore before or after the river.
24 locals recommend
New River Outdoor Adventures
5785 Fries RdWe absolutely loved renting canoes and kayaks here, an easy drive from the cabin! Much closer than New River State Park, and Galax has a quaint downtown to explore before or after the river.
Food AND Music!
Explore some local flavor and music in our sweet town of Sparta, NC.
One of our most favorite places to eat and enjoy some live music while in Sparta, just a 13 mile drive from the cabin. Sparta is a sleepy town during the week, but Muddy Creek Cafe comes to life on Thursday evenings with open mic night! Followed by music venues throughout the weekend.
29 locals recommend
Muddy Creek Cafe Sparta
60 S Main StOne of our most favorite places to eat and enjoy some live music while in Sparta, just a 13 mile drive from the cabin. Sparta is a sleepy town during the week, but Muddy Creek Cafe comes to life on Thursday evenings with open mic night! Followed by music venues throughout the weekend.
Grab a delicious steak and enjoy music and Sunday brunch on the weekend! Limited hours, follow them on Facebook for the most up to date info on menu and entertainment.
6 locals recommend
North Flow Steak House and Tavern
527 South Main StreetGrab a delicious steak and enjoy music and Sunday brunch on the weekend! Limited hours, follow them on Facebook for the most up to date info on menu and entertainment.
Food scene
Crave
854 S Main StLaid back atmosphere, great drinks, and awesome wings!
Open consistently throughout the week, this is one of our go to places to grab a drink and a bite to eat. Music is offered occasionally on the patio as well on weekends! Service and food have yet to disappoint, check it out!
24 locals recommend
Main Street Pizzeria & Taphouse
151 S Main StOpen consistently throughout the week, this is one of our go to places to grab a drink and a bite to eat. Music is offered occasionally on the patio as well on weekends! Service and food have yet to disappoint, check it out!
Reviews are great, but we haven’t yet experienced the food for ourselves. Looking forward to trying it out!
J B's Pizza & Subs
371 North Main StreetReviews are great, but we haven’t yet experienced the food for ourselves. Looking forward to trying it out!
Another option for folks to check out, we have not been yet, but hope it’s a great option when we do!
8 locals recommend
Pines Restaurant of Sparta
115 Jones StAnother option for folks to check out, we have not been yet, but hope it’s a great option when we do!
Saddle Mountain Cafe
8735 Glade Valley RdLocal wine and vineyards
Some of my favorite winery’s and vineyards that I hope our guests can get out and enjoy! Cheers!
Thistle Meadow Winery
102 Thistle MeadowElkin Creek Vineyard and Winery
318 Elkin Creek Mill RdYadkin Valley Wine Country
129 W Main StRoaring River Vineyards
493 Brewer Mill RdJones von Drehle Vineyards
964 Old Railroad Grade RdMcRitchie Winery & Ciderworks
Pilot Mountain Vineyards & Winery
1162 Bradley RdShelton Vineyards
286 Cabernet LnThe Cellar on Evergreen
Just 18 miles, or 30 min drive to enjoy tastings at this beautiful vineyard! Saturdays welcome walk ins from 1-5:00, otherwise a reservation is required. Check the website for bookings and availability. Same day requested are not recommended.
9 locals recommend
Serre Vineyards
364 Beast TrailJust 18 miles, or 30 min drive to enjoy tastings at this beautiful vineyard! Saturdays welcome walk ins from 1-5:00, otherwise a reservation is required. Check the website for bookings and availability. Same day requested are not recommended.
Golf and Country Clubs
Olde Beau Resort and Golf Club
729 Olde Beau BoulevardNew River Country Club
611 Golf Course RdCoffee and deserts
Everyone has raved about Becca’s Backwood Beans, with fabulous baked goods and the freshest coffee you could ask for! Early birds should check this place out for sure!
22 locals recommend
Backwoods Bean Coffee Shop
21 N Main StEveryone has raved about Becca’s Backwood Beans, with fabulous baked goods and the freshest coffee you could ask for! Early birds should check this place out for sure!
Fitness and Wellness
Alleghany Wellness Center Inc
63 Collins RdWalgreens in Sparta is a short drive ( for the mountains 😉 ) and was super accommodating for me when I needed a short fill of medication until going home. They keep excellent hours considering they are in the sleepy town of Sparta.
Walgreens Pharmacy
454 S Main StWalgreens in Sparta is a short drive ( for the mountains 😉 ) and was super accommodating for me when I needed a short fill of medication until going home. They keep excellent hours considering they are in the sleepy town of Sparta.