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Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Pilot Knob Inn

Today I got the privilege to tour a beautiful getaway, Pilot Knob Inn Bed & Breakfast. I wanted to pack my bags for the week and settle in one of the cabins and just chill, do a little hiking, reading and relaxing.

Pilot Knob Inn (PKI) is located at the bottom of Pilot Mountain  on 100 acres with a private lake. 
Owners Jennifer and Will Allen purchased PKI in 2000 and since then have won the Top 10 Inns in the US two years in a row 2008 & 2009. PKI has held a special place in Jennifer's heart ever since she worked there as a teenager. When the opportunity came along for her and Will to purchase the place, She knew Pilot Knob Inn was where she belonged.

PKI has 7 Historic Tobacco Barn Cabins & 5 Luxurious Suites, each having their own private entrance, full bath with Jacuzzi tubs, gas logs, satellite TV, WIFI, HVAC, refrigerator, coffeemaker & microwave.

If you are looking to getaway but only have the weekend, this would be a great place.  Enjoy fishing & paddle and row boating on their private 6 acre lake, and hike the trails within walking distance of your cabin. PKI is located minutes from Pilot Mountain State Park, Wineries,and Antiques. Or you can elect to just sit on the front porch,relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott


Wow!  This is a awesome place to stay.
When you walk in the doors you realize you are not just at any hotel. 
The vibrant colors, friendly staff & a great feel.  There are so many things to enjoy here at the Fairfield Inn & Suites.
There is a mineral pool and hot tub, a great workout room, breakfast like no other, relaxing  patio where you can chill with your friends, family or just by yourself with snacks, soda, beer or wines (from local wineries).

The rooms are large and the beds well you need to try it out for yourself.  It's almost like a cloud (I can only imagine).

If you are just passing through you may decide to stay another night here.  There are many things to do in Elkin and surrounding area and knowledgeable staff will help you with your itinerary...you are close to wineries, zip line, mountains to hike, historic downtown, great places to eat.......

Check out trip advisor.com to check out their reviews...http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g49108-d1147381-Reviews-Fairfield_Inn_Suites_Elkin_Jonesville-Elkin_North_Carolina.html

Have a great stay!

Ghost Riders Saloon


Ok so you don't think you can't handle this place?
You will be missing out on something great.
I am not a wild woman, biker chick (well only on the weekends) ;) but this place rocks.  I have showed up in jeans, suites & dresses.  It has been a great time for me and my friends to get a chance to unwind and interact with each other with a game of pool and picking our favorites songs on the jukebox. 
Soda, Water, Wine, Beers, and wine coolery type drinks are served there.

They are open Thursday- Sunday.  Thursday nights they have pool tournaments, Friday and Saturday nights Live Music.

I have been there different days and times and each time I leave smiling.

Foods (just some):
French Fries...Chili & Cheese or plain
Onion Rings
Nachos
Wings
Burgers 4-12oz
Rib eye steak Sandwich
BLT
Buffalo Chkn Sandwich
BBQ Sandwich......

Come on check it out - you will have a wonderful time.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Slightly Askew Winery


Not your typical winery. 

There are 19 great wines to pick from.  You have whites, reds, sweets, dry, semi dry and fun merchandise that is hard to pass up.

My fun experience started unexpectedly.  I just wanted to stop in and take a video and what do you know, I am tasting the wine.

I will briefly go over them with you because, well they crack me up.  Now before I begin the names are funny which make great gifts but the wine is so good.  Also these wines are made from kits which are sold there as well.

These are the wines as of the date of this blog:  Tasting of ALL wines with their glass is only $5.00.

Whites: (Price points $11-$13 per bottle)
Camp Creek Clear: (Sav.Blanc); Mitchell River White (Viognier); Stump Farm White (Pinot Gri); Jumpin' Jazzmine (Riesling); Katie B Good (Piesporter); Penny for your Thoughts (Austr. Chard)

Reds: (Price points $12-$15 per bottle)
State Road Red (Chianti); Blue Door Red (Cariminer); Yadkin River Red (Austr. Cab); Old Bridge Zin (Old Vine Zinfandel); Bridge Street Red (Amarone)

Sweets: (All sweets are $8.50 per bottle - they are delightfully sweet wines, even for me, who isn't fond of sweet wines)  .......I bought two bottles :)
Tattoo on the Beach (Viogner); Slut Dog Sin (Raspberry Zin); Black Jack BJ (Merlot); Bubba Lou's Choice (Makes a great sangria); Nasty Bastard (Wild Berry Zin); Elkoholic(Green Apple Gym); Strawberry Riesling & Peach Chardonnay

So check out their web site at www.slightlyaskewwines.com and this is a must visit.  Not only is it good but it's so much fun.

(*special note - I am prob. sure I didn't spell all the grapes correctly but it is slightly askew now isn't it*)

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Yadkin Valley General Store

Yadkin Valley General Store

302 E Main Street - Elkin, NC - 336-835-1426

Yadkin Valley General Store is a Pennsyvania Dutch style bulk food store (divided into smaller portions). Come in and enjoy our old-fashioned country store atmosphere!

Phillip, the owner, will answer all your questions, give you cooking tips and makes you feel welcomed.

Some items you will find: Whole Grains, Spices, Amish Deli Cheeses, Trail Mix, Dried Fruit, Raw Sugar, Pastas, Candies, Honey, Soup Mixes and SO MUCH MORE.

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Willow's

Willow's Located in Historic Downtown Elkin on Market Street

A great shop full of beautiful and unique items for your home.

Carol Collins, the owner, is an interior decorator and will help you find something of your liking and also help re-design your home - Her Services are Very Affordable!

Hours of Operation Tue-Saturday 10-5PM / Thursday 12-6PM