This is one of the shops in the Omni Homestead Resort off the main lobby…read more These shops are very cute and this one in particular is popular bc the Homestead is a very family-friendly resort with plenty of children running around and playing. My daughter who is 19 months, loved this shop. She adored coming in and looking at all the stuffed animals and toys inside. They have a very nice selection of stuffies as well as some other toys and larger stuffed dogs, penguins, lions, etc. Very good quality toys for children and something for all ages. It's not an extremely large shop - but it is full of goodies and has more than enough for a hotel gift shop. Staff were very friendly and always happy to see children playing and enjoying themselves with the toys. In the end, I purchased her the cutest little stuffed squirrel that is so soft. She loves it.

such a great little stop while camping in the area on a rainy afternoon. This center is home to…read more250+ consignment artists and offers classes! They have a gallery open to the public and display a wide variety of crafts and art mediums.

Don't miss this hidden gem! I highly recommend a stop at this regional arts and crafts shop and…read moreclass center in Clifton Forge, VA. They represent more than 260 artists from all over the Alleghany Highlands area (Southwest Virginia and parts of West Virginia). The friendly, volunteer staff were helpful and excited to share information about the handmade treasures found here. I was surprised by the variety of artwork and I want to highlight a few types that I loved: painting (realism, abstract, impressionistic, expressionistic, etc.) wood working (turned wood, live edge, sculpture, table ware, and decorative), jewelry making (custom designs in both traditional and modern versions), crafting (quilts, basket weaving, sewing, etc.), and photography (black and white, artistic, realistic styles and subjects such as nature, landscapes and local sites such as the Washington and Lee campus). Also, for the first time, I saw fly fishing lures displayed along with other crafts. Perfect, and well-deserved! I found this store after glimpsing the main sign on route 64. After you get off the exit (24 I believe), just follow signs into old town (historic) Clifton Forge and continue to Ridgeway Street. Note: this non-profit center appears to be located in a former retail space, so it is not a stand alone building, it is located in a row of shops (near Cafe Museo). Look for the Cafe Museo sign which is easy to spot. There is plenty of street parking. This place is a real treat and I wish I had more time to take one of their classes, add the walking tour of old town, and stop at one of the lunch spots nearby. I visited after a morning hike at Douthat State Park, but this shop is also easily accessible to visitors from the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Goshen, Warm Springs, Lexington, Covington, or anyone passing through to Beckley or the the New River Gorge National Park or Gauley River National Recreation Area. Before the next holiday or family celebration, consider a thoughtful, handmade gift from this unique shop and support local artists in the area.

Very kind of them to reopen the store late night so my wife could get Tylenol. The little extras…read morethey are willing to do for the guests at the homestead are well appreciated.

What a great local gallery! You will find everything from wooden bowls to needle felt animals to…read morejewelry to stained glass. Many of the items are "primitive", but there are also limited modern and contemporary themed pieces. Prices are moderate to high, what you would expect at a gallery. Location is convenient with plenty of parking. The artisan working was friendly and helpful. Note: if you have young children, space is limited inside which may prevent stroller access and there are many breakable items within reach of little hands. This is a great quick stop when going through the area, or a good option for purchasing a meaningful gift.

There are few places to experience Appalachian lore than in the Green Bank Cooperative Arts Center…read more This new gallery is the result of dedicated artisans who have pooled their resources and opened up a gallery and shop literally in the shadows of the Green Bank National Radio Astronomy Observatory. Entering the place is a wonderful step back in time to an era where time was not of the essence. From amazing hand-made quilts, to handcrafted furniture, to candles, hand made tools and so many other things, this place is amazing. Green Bank is located a scant 15 miles from the sprawling Snowshoe Mountain Resort, the largest ski area in the Mid Atlantic. The Arts Center is at approximately 3,000 feet altitude, and as a result, the wonderful weather makes possible some of the nicest blooming foliage in the Eastern US. Which the artisans have taken full advantage of, and there are many flower-related items on display. In addition, the large building also contains a workshop and several other classroom areas for the dissemination of Appalachian arts. Also amazing is the fact that it is impossible to check in on Yelp from here, given that the entire area is part of a 10,000 square-mile, federally imposed radio magnetic silence area on account of NRAO and other national security-related federal installations nearby and as a result, cell phones, WiFi, WANs, and even walkie-talkies are banned by law.

What a cute little gem in the heart of warm springs. As you come or leave Bolar Moutain Rec Area…read morecoming from North or East you must pass by this little town - have to pay attention as you may miss it all together. On our way back from a week of camping we decided to check this town out, and were delighted to discover this hidden gem. It is literally hidden in the second floor of a gallery displaying interesting forms of art. But if like us you are craving some fresh deli food and coffee - take the stairs up to discover a very unassuming counter, with the most hospitable and eager to serve chap we have ever encountered. Rather than refer you to the menu, he listened to what we were craving that wasn't on the menu (eggs of course for breakfast) and presented us with a delicious egg salad on a bed of very fresh greens on a warm toasted ciabatta. Another and just as tasty creation was the Ham and Cheese sandwich that somehow turned very special with the greens and herbs that were used as bed. The meat was plenty and very different from the one you normally get - must be from a local market too. The meal was served on plates made entirely of naturally fallen palm leaves to provide - a sustainable alternative to disposable foam and plastic products which is perfectly aligned with our preferences. The seating area is just as pleasing to the eye and is set with a view of lushes green to match - see our photos. The place also features interesting items, also with a sustainability and natural products theme, and we picked a unique looking balsa wood bird house for our backyard feathered friends. Do yourself a favor and stop there on your way home - you won't regret we promise!

I had a hard time getting to this place, my GPS took me down a rabbit hole, but eventually I got…read morethere. And it was worth it, I ordered a cup of delicious coffee and 4 scones the best I ever had! Highly recommend it, great atmosphere and gallery! Very clean and great service!

I browsed this shop while staying at the hotel exploring the spa…read more It's small but had a decent amount of clothing inside, none was really my style and most was brands I'd never heard of before. Prices were high but not ridiculous. There was a fair amount of clothing, gift items, and small knickknacks with lotion and candles and such. If you forgot something specific you can probably find something to suit your needs here while staying at the hotel. Like some hair ties, lotion, a sweatshirt or some swim items. It wasn't as high-end brand and style-wise as I was expecting of a luxury spa and I was put off by the massive construction and smell when we entered the main spa entrance (smelled moldy and like eggs or something).

five star experience on the Greenbrier Trail and this shop makes it possible. I call from a…read morethousand miles away. They are flexible to my dates. suggest rental, offer shuttle, and suggest a nice rental cabin. Even breakfast suggestion was good. Just do it.

Super friendly and helpful, owner and staff. They were able to accommodate me on a shuttle to Cass…read moreon a short notice and agreed to do a basic lube work on my bike, and it was at the end of their work day! The store seems to be well stocked with the traditional bike shop items and a few bikes.