Mount Pleasant Magazine May/June 2021

www. Char l es tonWomen . com | www. Char l es tonWomenPodcas t . com | www. ReadCW. com CW Quirky just about sums up Asheville, and if you have a mom who loves shopping for anything related to arts and crafts, it’s time to head to the Asheville River Arts District, a colorful neighborhood where you can visit artists at work in converted warehouse spaces. Plan your trip for the second Saturday of each month to enjoy gallery walks, demonstrations, music, wine and more — visit riverartsdistrict.com for details. With the Biltmore close by and proximity to downtown Asheville, there’s plenty to keep you entertained for the whole weekend. Relax at the Haywood Park Hotel, a converted department store full of classic revival style charm just steps away from James Beard award-winning restaurants and local breweries. For dinner, try Plant, Rhubarb or Cucina 24, and don’t miss a visit to Burial Beer Co. to find out why Asheville is regularly called the “Best Beer City of the United States.” Funky Artistic Getaway Asheville, North Carolina (4-5 hours driving time) Situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this nature sanctuary is just the ticket for mothers and daughters looking for a chance to reconnect with each other in a breathtaking setting. Beginner and expert hikers will be enthralled by the panoramic views and idyllic waterfalls. Go to alltrails.com for hand-curated trail maps and driving details, and don’t miss Dry Falls, a trail highly recommended to all levels of hikers. Grab lunch to go from one of the downtown sandwich shops, like the Mountain Fresh Grocery and Wine Market, and wind down at the Highlander Mountain House, part English country home, part Appalachian-influenced bunkhouse. Their onsite tavern, The Ruffed Grouse, creates menus around local fish, fowl, farm and seasonal ingredients. Peaceful Mountain Retreat Highlands, North Carolina (5 hours driving time) Photo by Exp l oreAshev i l l e . com. travel & leisure Enjoy gal lery walks, demonstrations, music, wine and more in Ashevi l le’s River Ar ts Distr ict.