I found many nice things to buy there and it was just a friendly place to shop I would definitely…read morecome back and bring some of my friends with me

Great little thrift shop- Prices are fair, staff is kind and parking is easy. At the entrance there…read moreis a small section that all items are free- there are the items that did not sell for a long time and it's a great way to get rid of items verses otherwise discarding. Hope to visit again one day on a bag sale. No complaints at all.

The Museum of the American House Cat is one of those stops that feels both interesting and quirky…read morein the best possible way, the kind of place that you pull into on a whim and walk out of smiling because it exists at all. The collection is a tight little maze of memorabilia, artwork, toys, signage and all the odd bits of feline history someone loved enough to gather, and we were through it in less than twenty minutes which honestly would have been quicker except Oliver the tabby, one of the resident cats, decided that we were worth his time. He let us pet him a bit and that small moment of cat diplomacy ended up being almost as memorable as anything in the cases. I kept thinking about a similar museum I visited near Gettysburg that was all about elephants. A fun comparison because I do not have elephants as pets and the emotional connection is of course different. Cats are part of daily life for so many people and that makes this place feel more personal and more playful. The displays are charming without trying to be anything grander than what they are and that honesty makes it work. As a break from driving through the North Carolina mountains, this was exactly the kind of distraction I hope for on a road trip, something small and strange and delightful that reminds you why detours are worth taking. I am genuinely pleased we swung off the main route for it because it added a little spark to the day and gave us a story to carry forward, and sometimes that is all you want from a roadside museum dedicated to the creatures who rule our homes. [Review 455 of 2026 - 4587 in North Carolina - 25638 overall]

Definitely worth a stop if you are a fan of cats! Even my boyfriend's parents (who are dog people)…read morethought it was interesting. This small museum is absolutely packed with cat collectibles, sorted by theme (clocks, Halloween, music, etc.) There is even a mummified cat from Egypt. My favorite thing was the carousel with the various cat figures on it. Well, my REAL favorite thing was the couple of kitties running around wanting pets! The museum supports the cage-free, no-kill shelter, Catman2 Shelter, so pay your $10 entry fee, pick up some goodies in the gift shop, and know that it's benefitting a good cause.

We went awhile back to see Charlotte and were sorely disappointed. Hearing of her death today…read morereminded me I had forgotten to write a review. This location is privately run and not for educational purposes. More like going to a friends house to see their pets. Please consider going to an aquarium run by scientists for educational purposes.

I want to say this has been one of the highlights of my family trip. When your 16 yo his 17 yo best…read morefriend and wife all agree on this fact it says something. As adults we have this tendency to say "if I knew then what I knew now, I'd have paid more attention in school!" Well here's your chance. This tiny aquarium will impart more knowledge in a short visit than you probably take in most months if you take advantage of it. The interns and owner (a former teacher) are committed to answering questions. The things they are studying and sharing are amazing. If you go in and you want to learn and ask questions this will be an experience you won't forget. Think of the best science teacher you ever had, having an opportunity to show the world what she loves to talk about... and that is what you have here. Do yourself a favor, go, enjoy and learn!!

When we moved to this town, we immediately wanted to give back to our community. After researching…read moremany organizations, we found that mountain projects was at the top of our list. They provide direct services in food distribution, transportation, affordable housing, so many services for those who have financial issues. They receive a lot of grants from a number of organizations but it is clearly not enough. Their food bank recently ran out and they joined forces with other local nonprofits by using their transportation system to distribute food that other organizations had in stock. They are a team player with other nonprofits in the area. They look to create a support system that assist those in need in our area.. They even have a thrift store in Sylva North Carolina that needs donations. It is one way that they build revenue to help others. They are the organization that provides home repairs for those in financial need. They also build local affordable homes. I highly recommend supporting this nonprofit organization

I have been a landlord doing business with Mountain Projects for 15 years. They have always been…read moreavailable and responsive to all questions, situations, and circumstances both from me and my tenants. They have always given correct guidance. As always, with any questions, it has gone will for me because I have always complied with thier instructions and communicated with them before anything became a problem. Thereby avoiding ever having a problem. I think and believe they work for the betterment of the program and do not have biased attitudes.

Hillside is the place to meet and visit. It is also one of the few places near Western Carolina…read morethat serves Coke products.

Stopped in on my way to hike nearby trails on campus and grabbed a cup of drip brew to go (which…read morewas delightful coffee), a blueberry muffin (tasty, classic, fluffy and delicious). There's a case on the counter with several simple pastries like this and they all looked lovely. I also saw that they served Counter Culture coffee, which I love and which is a NC local brew, so I grabbed a bag of that (whole beans) to go as well. The vibe was chill and minimalist, acoustic chill pop/folk music playing in the background, students on laptops everywhere studying. The girl at the counter was kind and laid back. Nothing fancy about this place but I would go out of my way to come here again in the future. I loved it.

I just discovered Carenet Thrift Store and I couldn't be happier. The prices are amazing. For $21…read moreI got a nightgown, gorgeous velour hoodie, IZOD sweat shirt, new Cato blouse, two tank tops, another top, a pashmina scarf, four bowls, a set of knives in a block, a Panasonic cordless phone and answering machine, and a straw hat. Everything is like new. The store is well laid out and the staff are friendly and helpful. My new favorite place.

this is a interesting thrift store for everyone who is truly looking for a bargain price. Sandy is…read morethe Manager and she has a great personality and a smile for everyone who comes in the door. The Volunteers that help you with all your needs. All proceeds go to the CareNet Group which helps in a variety of things for low income families and they also have a food pantry available for those in need of assistance. This store is a great place for anything unusual and unique. Any Organization that puts this much time and effort to help those going through difficult times deserves all the patronage possible. This store is an incredible asset to the community and many people don't understand or realize how much it is needed. Please don't hesitate to visit or if you have questions about the reason why, please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have. Donations of clean used items that are useable are going to a very worthy cause.

The team at Planned PEThood were great and took amazing care of my goldendoodle. I took her to get…read morespayed and a hernia repair because the cost was drastically lower than going to Chewy or your local vet. I was skeptical at first because you don't want your pet to get hurt by reducing costs but this place was well with it overall. Highly recommend for taking care of my dog, quality or service and value.

Took my cat to get neutered at their van and they left him with an open wound. He was dripping…read moreblood from his incision within a couple hours. He hadn't touched the incision site at all. He didn't do anything but lay on the floor after we got home. It was almost like they didn't stitch or glue or anything to the incision. There is also excessive bruising all the way from his butt to his lower abdomen. My baby is miserable. I would never take another animal to their spay/neuter van. I ended up taking him to the emergency vet just 3 hours after I brought him home.

This store is AMAZING!!!! The owners are incredibly kind and great to talk to. There are all kinds…read moreof finds in this store. I highly recommend trying the soap bars, if there are still some left!!! They have clothes, beauty designs, jewelry, home decor, and all other kinds of things! I absolutely love this store.