It’s one of our favorite places to visit for a relaxing afternoon: the Lavender House in Valle Crucis. Conveniently located across from Valle Crucis Mast General Store, the Lavender House is a magical place. Because who isn’t enchanted by the smell of lavender? Don’t miss out on the Lavender House while staying at the Horton Hotel. Read on to discover why it’s worth a visit.
It all started with one little lavender plant…
How does one decide to start a lavender farm? For owner and founder Madelyn, it all began with a small lavender plant she bought at the hardware store in the spring of 2015. She put it in a small pot and set it outside near the driveway. Every time she left the house, she would grab a sprig and take in the lovely scent of lavender. “I might buy a dozen more and start a lavender farm in my front yard,” she would joke to people. Well, be careful what you wish for. In the spring of 2016, she decided to give it a shot and opened the Lavender House.
Massages, workshops, and everything else lavender.
The first and second seasons of the Lavender House were successful, and the lavender plants are still going (and growing) strong. With the help of lots of High Country plant lovers, the farm is blooming from May till October. Come to take in the sights and smells, but also treat yourself to a relaxing massage with lavender oil, or join a workshop and learn how to make your own candles, lip balm, soap, or tea.
New: sip a lavender latte under the willows.
Lavender is extremely versatile, and Madelyn loves to give her visitors a taste of that. So now, after your workshop or massage, or just because you need a change of scenery, you can sit under the willow trees and sip a lavender latte, or any other coffee brewed by Hatchet Coffee Roasters. There is also free Wi-Fi. It sounds like a dream, doesn’t it?
Let us help you plan your ultimate trip to the High Country!
Just like the Lavender House, our staff at the Horton Hotel will love making recommendations to help you plan your dream trip to the High Country. Not only can we give you our personal recommendations for downtown Boone, where we are located, but we can also offer recommendations in other popular destinations. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, and Asheville don’t hold any secrets from us. So whether you want to find the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, shop for some outdoor gear in downtown Boone, hike a trail near the Blue Ridge Parkway, or go antique shopping in Blowing Rock: we’ve got you covered!
How to find the Lavender House?
Steps from Dutch Creek and the Watauga River, there is no better place to experience the beauty and peace of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stop by Valle Crucis Lavender House during visiting hours (Wednesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm, closed on Monday & Tuesday) for a cup of tea or lemonade in the garden. The address is 175 Frank Mast Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604, right across from the original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis. Oh, and don’t forget to make time for a stroll through the Valle Crucis Community Park. It’s the perfect way to end a day spent in the Valle.
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Author: Sanny Visser
