I will definitely be back. Amazing selection, everything is timeless and unique. Impressive in…read moreterms of both men and women's clothing. i loved the atmosphere, it's dark and calming with soft lighting and retro jazzy tunes. The layout is really navigable and if you're like me and you like to circle, it's really conducive to that. Lots of high quality pieces made out of real materials (ie cotton, linen) and the price points blew me away. Extremely well-priced and owners take into account flaws in their pricing. Staff is friendly and helpful if you give them a yell! 5 stars, no notes.

I was researching vintage clothing stores in Asheville for my recent trip and this one came up in…read moremy searches. Located on Walnut off Broadway, it's a small shop that offers women's and men's clothing. There's a mix of eras under one roof and I noticed they have a good selection of men's clothing, which sometimes is a struggle for the guys who like vintage. When I went this time, there was a smaller selection of women's clothing, but most of the pieces seemed to be in fair condition. Spotted a vintage Dior jacket, but decided to not grab it. I'd guess that most of the clothing at the time that I went was from the 1970s-now. Mostly I saw tops, tees, and jackets, along with vintage denim. Parking options include street parking and parking lots where you pay by the hour. I went with the latter as it was more cost effective when I compiled my list of shops to visit in the same area. I recommend going that route because most of the shops are on the main streets and it's easy to reach them by walking.

Wonderful selection of clothing and all sorts of finds! Thoughtfully curated jewelry displays and a…read morecool selection of leather goods!

This was a fun store with quite a bit of really interesting merchandise. They have quite a bit of…read morevintage stuff and there was just so much to see. My kids were doing a bit of shopping and then ended up picking up a couple of items and I spent most of my time chatting with the one woman who worked there. They did enjoy some of the clothing but couldn't find items that they liked in their size but there were some really nice items in the counter that got their attention. They both checked out some really cool necklaces and we also looked at flasks and lighters. My youngest found a hat that they just loved and took a picture of the label on it with the idea that they would check it out online at a later date to see if they might buy one. Friendly employees who were very helpful and lots of good stuff. This one is definitely worth shopping in.

Nice (random but cool) selection of the things I'm absurdly drawn to -- dishes, glassware,…read morehousewares. vintage linens from various eras. Plus plenty of pet items, craft stuff, etc. -- just no clothing! Fine by me! I thought prices were very reasonable, and at least as of Sept 24, 2024, certain types of items have discounts like "buy two get one free glassware." (Look for a sign in the door.) Service was super nice and helpful!

Great selection great cause. Priced right. I had stopped there, but must come up with 85…read morecharacters hence this extra wording!

I stop at this thrift store in mountain view any time I can. It's a huge store and I'm always…read moreimpressed with their house section and furniture. The prices are amazing here especially when all the other thrift stores in town are raising their prices to absurd levels. Hospice actually has thrift store prices!! The staff is great and always very kind and helpful. I enjoy the atmosphere they've made there. Couldn't recommend it enough!

Meh. Hit or miss. And some really priced items for a thrift store. Lots of junk which I get but…read moreprice it accordingly.

The Vintage Farmhouse General Store is a great option for anyone visiting West Jefferson who is…read morelooking for an alternative to parking & exploring the larger downtown area nearby. This place is a little ways away from most of "the action", has plentiful on-site parking, and combines coffee shop + bakery + general store in one location. The store is relatively new to West Jefferson and opened within the last few years. It's family owned and operated, and the staff members who were working on the day of my visit could not have been lovelier. The only reason I'm not giving this place five stars is because I felt like the selection of merchandise in the general store was not as eclectic as most general stores I've visited. The majority of the merchandise either fell into what felt like a "live, laugh, love" version of a feminine / children's esthetic, or was downstairs in a section literally called "the man cave". With so many amazing local merchants and artists throughout the West Jefferson community, it would have been nice to see a few more options that fell between these two groups and were maybe a bit more neutral. While I very much enjoyed exploring the store and looking through everything, when it came time to actually purchase something for myself or to use as a gift, I really couldn't settle on anything that would be a good fit.

Cute gift store with an array of gifts for the season. Great place to find unique gifts for people…read morefor the holidays or birthdays. There is a decent amount of jewelry, kitchen items, holiday decor, and clothes (upstairs). The coffee shop downstairs is also a nice touch to the store-I recommend stopping in there first and drinking your coffee as you shop. There was plenty of parking and it was easy to locate. It's unique and separate from the rest of historic downtown West Jefferson which makes it an easy recommendation to anyone looking for gifts.

Cute little boutique for a quick stop if you're in the Banner Elk area. The shop is quite small,…read morewith antiques and new items sharing equal space, but you won't find an extensive variety of either because of the square footage. The boutique items like specialty soaps, handmade jewelry, and handbags made of recycled materials were priced at what you would expect at any boutique in a resort town, but the antiques were priced more dearly. A seasoned antiquer might find something rare (a couple of unusual radios and a movie camera would appeal to someone who appreciates vintage communications and media), but you're going to pay an inflated price for it. The lady at the front counter was welcoming and cheerful. Definitely worth a stop-in if you want a carefully curated souvenir or gift. I didn't find anything I wanted or needed, but you might fare better.

So glad we stopped in on our way out of the NC mountains! Even tho she wasn't finished setting up…read morethe store for the day, Susan was such a dear, she let me in to look at the store early! I drooled at the stunning array of rings, pendants and bracelets! I had been told earlier that day by my hubby that if I wanted a piece of jewelry for my Birthday/ Christmas present, I could choose whatever I wanted! So hard to choose, but got it narrowed down to a vintage Baume & Mercier solid gold hidden watch bracelet or a diamond necklace. I went with the bracelet, (but will probably get the necklace too). Don't hesitate to visit this gem of a store! They have so many styles and pieces that you are sure to find something perfect. The prices were unbelievable, I was expecting to pay 3 times what I did! The quality and workmanship is amazing, unlike major jewelry stores now. With gold prices these days, those stores are making their jewelry as thin and cheap as possible. Always buy quality vintage jewelry!

Gorgeous selection of estate jewelry!…read more This store has so many amazing pieces! I'm a huge fan of Art Deco pieces and jewelry from the 50's era and they had a sizable selection. They even had a grandfather clock that was 250 years old! The owners are so welcoming and knowledgeable. Be sure to stop in to see Jim and Marlene if you are looking for breathtaking estate jewelry in the Blowing Rock area!

The Original Mast General Store is located in Valle Crucis, NC. It was opened by Henry Taylor back…read morein 1883 as the Taylor General Store and has been operating ever since, so they are definitely doing something right! The landmark is on the National Register of Historic Places and is quite a popular place. While you won't be able to park right out front as they did in the past, there is plenty of parking located conveniently behind the store. W.W. Mast bought a half stake of the business in 1897, then bought the other half in 1913, changing the name to Mast General Store It was truly the Amazon of its day, offering everything you could possibly need with the motto, "goods for the living, coffins and caskets for the dead," which prompted the local phrase, "If you can't buy it here, you don't need it ." When the economy changed and the original store closed in 1977, it was thankfully saved and reopened in 1980 by preservationists John and Faye Cooper The front corner of the store features an active town post office The store spans two levels with beautifully creaking floorboards that instantly let you know you are in a nostalgic place filled with history. A lot of the original advertising posters from Mr. Mast are still mounted on the walls alongside the vintage counters and fixtures The original cast iron potbellied wood stove is still used to heat the store, the functional wooden trap doors in the floorboards still remain from where chickens historically were traded for store credit, and you can even get a cup of coffee for just 5 cents. You will find a massive variety of cast-iron cookware, old-fashioned candy in barrels, postcards, books, high-quality clothing, footwear, toys, and traditional mercantile goods. I even bought a delicious fried apple pie! The historic Little Red Schoolhouse sits right behind the main building and offers clearance merchandise, though I just enjoyed looking at the older architecture and reading about the school.

Been coming here for a few years now, we love visiting the area and stopping in for a moon pie and…read morea spicy ginger ale or cream soda!!!! There's so much to look at here, the property itself is stunning and surrounded by amazing nature, the staff are all warm and friendly, and you could spend literally hours here perusing the shelves. There's good old fashioned candy, popcorn, snacks, there's Valle Crucis souvenirs to bring home. It's never felt like a tourist trap, it's always felt very warm, country, and welcoming. The building itself is so old and stunning! The creamy floors and woodsy smells, it's always a treat to come here and there's so much to look at and buy. There's even a Christmas shop upstairs year round, where you can stock up on goodies ahead of time for Christmas. I'd say the value is pretty good, depending on what you're buying. Snacks, drinks, candy are all very affordable, but the souvenir and brand name products of course are higher up in price, which is to be expected. All in all, a wonderful place to stop by to grab a treat or bring home some gifts for family and friends. Highly recommend!!!