Guidebook to your retreat at The Lookout

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Guidebook to your retreat at The Lookout

Food & Wine scene

Local favorites for food and wine within a 30 to 45 minute drive
Great for celebrating special occasions. Views are some of the best in the area. Food is great, service is wonderful and the ambience makes for an unforgettable event. Book well in advance
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Gideon Ridge Inn
202 Gideon Ridge Rd
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Great for celebrating special occasions. Views are some of the best in the area. Food is great, service is wonderful and the ambience makes for an unforgettable event. Book well in advance
One of our favorite wineries in area! Enjoy award winning wines by banks of the Watauga River, in the shadow of the beautiful Grandfather Mountain Don't miss the entrance, tucked away off just outside of Banner Elk, NC directly off HWY 105 Check the schedule for live music and food truck dates.
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Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
225 Vineyard Lane
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One of our favorite wineries in area! Enjoy award winning wines by banks of the Watauga River, in the shadow of the beautiful Grandfather Mountain Don't miss the entrance, tucked away off just outside of Banner Elk, NC directly off HWY 105 Check the schedule for live music and food truck dates.
Upscale Bistro food in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Located off the beaten path near Downtown Blowing Rock, NC It is a casual bistro to enjoy the company of friends and family while relaxing with easy cuisine and drink.
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Bistro Roca
143 Wonderland Trail
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Upscale Bistro food in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Located off the beaten path near Downtown Blowing Rock, NC It is a casual bistro to enjoy the company of friends and family while relaxing with easy cuisine and drink.
Great food and friendly service in a fun environment. Sit at the bar and enjoy live music on the weekends!
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Twigs
7956 Valley Blvd
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Great food and friendly service in a fun environment. Sit at the bar and enjoy live music on the weekends!
Ambiance, variety in menu items and selection of wines. Reservations highly recommended.
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The Best Cellar
203 Sunset Dr
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Ambiance, variety in menu items and selection of wines. Reservations highly recommended.

Local Towns

Local Towns within a 30 to 45 minute drive
Charming small town to spend a day browsing through shops full of local treats and decor. Enjoy lunch at one of the many small restaurants along the main street.
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West Jefferson
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Charming small town to spend a day browsing through shops full of local treats and decor. Enjoy lunch at one of the many small restaurants along the main street.
Welcome to small town vibes without the ski/ golf scene. Main street is filled with charming local shops and restaurants, bustling with energy during peak seasons. Less than 10 minute drive from Blue Ridge Mountain Club North Gate.
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Blowing Rock
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Welcome to small town vibes without the ski/ golf scene. Main street is filled with charming local shops and restaurants, bustling with energy during peak seasons. Less than 10 minute drive from Blue Ridge Mountain Club North Gate.
Only 8 to 10 minutes from BRMC, Boone is home to Appalachain U. Catch an NCAA game or enjoy many of the local restaurants. Grocery stores include Food Lion, Walmart, Ingles as well as pharmacies- CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid.
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Boone
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Only 8 to 10 minutes from BRMC, Boone is home to Appalachain U. Catch an NCAA game or enjoy many of the local restaurants. Grocery stores include Food Lion, Walmart, Ingles as well as pharmacies- CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid.

Family Fun & Activities

Great spot to take the family for a fun day! All Aboard, for a Family Friendly Wild West Adventure in the North Carolina Mountains. Take a look at the schedule, events, and attraction to find a day or more to have a wild west adventure at Tweetsie Railroad.
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Tweetsie Railroad Ln
Tweetsie Railroad Ln
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Great spot to take the family for a fun day! All Aboard, for a Family Friendly Wild West Adventure in the North Carolina Mountains. Take a look at the schedule, events, and attraction to find a day or more to have a wild west adventure at Tweetsie Railroad.
Grandfather Mountain is a place of amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty that towers 5,946 feet above northwest North Carolina. Check out the "Mile HIgh" bridge, giving guests a 360 degree view of the mountain ridges. Many hiking trails are available from this spot to further explore the area. Easily accessible via a paved road to the 5,300-foot elevation on Grandfather’s peaks.
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Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Hwy
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Grandfather Mountain is a place of amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty that towers 5,946 feet above northwest North Carolina. Check out the "Mile HIgh" bridge, giving guests a 360 degree view of the mountain ridges. Many hiking trails are available from this spot to further explore the area. Easily accessible via a paved road to the 5,300-foot elevation on Grandfather’s peaks.

Food scene

One of our favorite lunch spots, off the main street of Blowing Rock. Try the smoked trout dip for a starter and enjoy a big salads or delicious pizza to fill up for the afternoon!
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Foggy Rock Eatery & Pub
8180 Valley Blvd
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One of our favorite lunch spots, off the main street of Blowing Rock. Try the smoked trout dip for a starter and enjoy a big salads or delicious pizza to fill up for the afternoon!