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Chestnut

Chestnut
Sep 2011
Mayview Manor stood as a regal icon of Blowing Rock for merely four decades

Jul 2011
Crimson Laurel Gallery in Bakersville displays beautiful works of art and the building's storied past

May 2011
You are now leaving WNC. Don’t call us traitors for straying from our beloved natural wonderland. Sometimes you just have to play outside the lines. After all, much of what we love here—lofty peaks, wild rivers, picturesque lakes, and awe-inspiring trails—spills over into Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Summer is the season to grab your gear, whether it be a life jacket, fishing rod, hiking boots, or mountain bike, and head for great escapes just across the border.

Feb 2011
Tour a few of WNC’s intriguing homes for a greater perspective on our region's early days

Feb 2011
With the demise of chestnut trees, so went the reign of bark architecture in the mountains. Today, Chris and Marty McCurry are leading a revival of the historic style. Using poplar bark and sustainable practices, they’re ensuring a lasting connect between home and nature

Oct 2010
’Tis the season to enjoy a bag of toasty chestnuts

Feb 2010
One foundation’s efforts herald the second reign of the great American chestnut

Jun 2009
When it comes to art, culture, and now cuisine, Rita Genet relies on Jamaica as her muse.

May 2009
The architecture and allure of historic Blue Ridge mountain inns

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