A dedicated mountain retreat, shaded trails, and local markets welcome two- and four-legged travelers alike to western North Carolina.
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Harmony on the Hill
A Henderson County bed and breakfast saves a special course for last.
How to Spend 3 Days Exploring Hendersonville
Pack your bags — and pup — and head to the hills for a long weekend of wine tasting, delicious dining, and outdoor adventures in a small-town mountain setting.
Lost & Found: The Kingdom of the Happy Land
Around 150 years ago, a group of freedmen and -women established a kingdom in Henderson County that flourished, faded, then disappeared. New research is bringing the true origins of the community to light.
The Scoop on Ice Creamville
A writer with a sweet tooth and a fondness for frozen treats returns to her hometown for a story that’s made for her: Hendersonville’s Ice Cream Trail.
McConnell Farms Grows the Cream of the Crop
In Henderson County, a third-generation farmer whose family once grew produce for making baby food now creates fanciful flavors of homemade ice cream.
Hendersonville’s Bounty of Bethlehem
For 40 years, dedicated volunteers have brought holiday cheer to this mountain town’s residents through food and fellowship.
Meet the Mushroom Man
Finding fungi in Henderson County is easier when you have a self-described “fun guy,” like the owner of Deep Woods Mushrooms, helping you hunt.
Buried Treasure in Hendersonville
Relics of life in early 20th-century Henderson County were hidden in plain sight. Uncovered by a local chef, they’re now on display at Shine, the restaurant that he and his family built in their hometown.
