On Main Street, a wide variety of home furnishings stores, galleries, and boutiques tempts shoppers.
Photo: Jim Franco
Where To Stay
Highlands Inn
A historic centerpiece on Main Street. Open April through November. Fourth and Main streets, 800/964-6955, www.highlandsinn-nc.com.
Inn at Half-Mile Farm
Located on 14 acres in a refurbished 1870s farmhouse. 214 Half-Mile Dr., 800/946-6822, www.innathalfmilefarm.com.
Old Edwards Inn and Spa
Reworked historic inn and new spa. 445 Main St., 866/526-8008, www.oldedwardsinn.com.
Where To Eat
Buck’s Coffee Cafe
Custom brew and famous pastries. 384 Main St., 828/526-0020.
Cyprus
A favorite with locals. 470 Dillard Rd., 828/526-4429, www.cyprushighlands.com.
Mountain Fresh Grocery & Wine Market
Imported mustards, fresh-baked pies, and gourmet meat and fish with an extensive selection of wine. Locals form a line out
the door for lunch at the grill. 521 East Main St., 828/526-2357.
On the Verandah
The lake view would be enough; the food is a bonus. 1536 Franklin Rd., 828/526-2338, www.ontheverandah.com.
Wild Thyme Gourmet
Best sandwiches in Highlands. 490 Carolina Way, 828/526-4035, www.wildthymegourmet.com.
Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro
Hearty, eclectic dining. 474 Main St., 828/526-3807, www.wolfgangs.net.
