Guidebook for Floyd

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Guidebook for Floyd

Essentials

Highly recommend bringing groceries for at least your first night's dinner and the next morning's breakfast. Food Lion is open daily until 11PM. Please check hours of other places in town before you go. Lots of shops and restaurants close early around here, especially during the winter season.
The closest grocery store to Rock Castle, about a 15 min drive
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Food Lion
350 W Main St
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The closest grocery store to Rock Castle, about a 15 min drive
Closest gas station/convenience store. About a 5 mile, 15 min drive from the house
Circle K - Floyd
407 East Main Street
Closest gas station/convenience store. About a 5 mile, 15 min drive from the house
Local pharmacy along with some other essentials
The Pharm House
311 E Main St
Local pharmacy along with some other essentials
CVS
Farmers Market- thurs evenings & sat mornings Art Market- fri evenings Schedule is seasonal, so be sure to check website for up to date info! https://floydfarmersmarket.org/
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Floyd Farmers Market
203 S Locust St
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Farmers Market- thurs evenings & sat mornings Art Market- fri evenings Schedule is seasonal, so be sure to check website for up to date info! https://floydfarmersmarket.org/
like a smaller, local Whole Foods. great selection of produce, local cheeses, meats, wine, and natural bath and body products
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Harvest Moon Food Store
227 N Locust St
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like a smaller, local Whole Foods. great selection of produce, local cheeses, meats, wine, and natural bath and body products
bakery and deli with large selection of things available in bulk, from gluten free flours to any kind of candy you can imagine. https://www.breadbasketva.com/
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Bread Basket
2167 Webbs Mill Rd N
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bakery and deli with large selection of things available in bulk, from gluten free flours to any kind of candy you can imagine. https://www.breadbasketva.com/
for other basic needs not available at the grocery store
Dollar General
114 Floyd Hwy N
for other basic needs not available at the grocery store
The Pharm House
311 E Main St

Outdoor Adventures

THE sunset spot is just down the Parkway at the Saddle Overlook! Only 3 miles away! Arrive early and bring snacks and a blanket for a beautiful way to spend an evening. You can also spot Rock Castle to the east from here. 😍 It's the white spot on top of the mountain, directly across the gorge.
The Saddle Overlook
Blue Ridge Parkway
THE sunset spot is just down the Parkway at the Saddle Overlook! Only 3 miles away! Arrive early and bring snacks and a blanket for a beautiful way to spend an evening. You can also spot Rock Castle to the east from here. 😍 It's the white spot on top of the mountain, directly across the gorge.
Can you find the house across the gorge? Several trails can be accessed here. 1688 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Floyd, VA 24091 2.9 mi
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Rock Castle Gorge Overlook
1688 Blue Ridge Pkwy
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Can you find the house across the gorge? Several trails can be accessed here. 1688 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Floyd, VA 24091 2.9 mi
Beautiful and challenging hike through the gorge. See remains of early mounatin homesteads, Rock Castle Creek, the old Conservation Camp site, beautiful views, and rare flora & fauna. Highly recommend bug spray and packing h2o, etc.
Rock Castle Gorge, East Trailhead
Fire Ln National Pr Service
Beautiful and challenging hike through the gorge. See remains of early mounatin homesteads, Rock Castle Creek, the old Conservation Camp site, beautiful views, and rare flora & fauna. Highly recommend bug spray and packing h2o, etc.
on the Parkway. Ranger station and info center. Starting point of several great hikes https://www.nps.gov/blri/index.htm
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Rocky Knob Visitor Center
1670 Blue Ridge Pkwy
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on the Parkway. Ranger station and info center. Starting point of several great hikes https://www.nps.gov/blri/index.htm
Floyd County's landmark mountain that looks like a buffalo's humped back https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/natural-area-preserves/buffalo
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Buffalo Mountain Natural Area Preserve
890 Moles Rd SW
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Floyd County's landmark mountain that looks like a buffalo's humped back https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/natural-area-preserves/buffalo
so much fun!
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Buffalo Mountain Ziplines
3253 Black Ridge Rd SW
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so much fun!
Great family-run tubing, kayaking, canoeing on the Little River! Easy drop off and pick ups with really nice folks!
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On the Water in Floyd
2049 Thunderstruck Rd NE
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Great family-run tubing, kayaking, canoeing on the Little River! Easy drop off and pick ups with really nice folks!
Finally trail riding in Floyd!!!! Run by the same family that's been taking great care of guests for years at their sister operation, On The Water.
Along The Water
Finally trail riding in Floyd!!!! Run by the same family that's been taking great care of guests for years at their sister operation, On The Water.
Pretty lake and hiking trails about 35 min from Rock Castle. The lake has a small beach area with lifeguards and also offers paddleboat rentals. For those with horses who like to travel, there's even a horse camping area with a nice barn and beautiful riding trails by the lake!
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Fairy Stone State Park
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Pretty lake and hiking trails about 35 min from Rock Castle. The lake has a small beach area with lifeguards and also offers paddleboat rentals. For those with horses who like to travel, there's even a horse camping area with a nice barn and beautiful riding trails by the lake!
guided trail rides and wonderful rescue program. About 40 min away in Radford. http://www.winterfrostfarm.org/
Winterfrost Farm
100 High Meadows Parkway
guided trail rides and wonderful rescue program. About 40 min away in Radford. http://www.winterfrostfarm.org/

Arts, Culture & Agriculture

So much to do and see here! 16 Hands Studio Tour http://www.16hands.com/ check out this list for other local specialty farms to visit! https://visitfloydva.com/farms-agriculture/
In addition to hosting galleries for local artists they also offer great classes for all ages! https://www.floydartcenter.org/
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Floyd Center for the Arts
220 Parkway Ln S
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In addition to hosting galleries for local artists they also offer great classes for all ages! https://www.floydartcenter.org/
stewards of local music tradition, hosting the famous Friday Night Jamboree
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Floyd Country Store
206 S Locust St
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stewards of local music tradition, hosting the famous Friday Night Jamboree
Visit our neighbor's farm stand in Woolwine! Open July-Nov. They specialize in peaches and apples and offer the best mountain produce, apples butter, etc. In the fall, they always have the coolest pumpkin and gourd selection along with fun photo op set ups. fun fact- our grandfather made the hand carved sign on the front of the building😊
Wade's Orchard
10690 Woolwine Hwy
Visit our neighbor's farm stand in Woolwine! Open July-Nov. They specialize in peaches and apples and offer the best mountain produce, apples butter, etc. In the fall, they always have the coolest pumpkin and gourd selection along with fun photo op set ups. fun fact- our grandfather made the hand carved sign on the front of the building😊
Please note- the restaurant is closed for the 2024 season. One of the most photographed places on the Parkway. A historic mill and other outbuildings with traditional Appalachian lifestyle demonstrations
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Mabry Mill Restaurant & Gift Shop
266 Mabry Mill Rd SE
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Please note- the restaurant is closed for the 2024 season. One of the most photographed places on the Parkway. A historic mill and other outbuildings with traditional Appalachian lifestyle demonstrations
community oriented organic farm with a farm stand that's open daily, year round! https://riverstoneorganicfarm.com/ also has a nice little public trail with a spot to hop in the river
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Riverstone Organic Farm
708 Thompson Rd SE
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community oriented organic farm with a farm stand that's open daily, year round! https://riverstoneorganicfarm.com/ also has a nice little public trail with a spot to hop in the river
330 mile driving trail through SW Virginia connecting venues and events highlighting the region's rich musical heritage. Several locations within easy driving distance. https://thecrookedroad.org/
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The Crooked Road: Virginia's Heritage Music Trail
1 Heartwood Cir
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330 mile driving trail through SW Virginia connecting venues and events highlighting the region's rich musical heritage. Several locations within easy driving distance. https://thecrookedroad.org/
Located at Ferrum College, about 40 min away. The Blue Ridge Institute and Museum was created to document and present the folk heritage of the Blue Ridge region. Host to several events throughout the year and the museum is open seasonally on the weekends to take you back to life in SW Virginia in the 1800's. Please check the website or call to verify hours. https://www.ferrum.edu/blueridgeinstitute/
Blue Ridge Institute & Museum
20 Museum Dr
Located at Ferrum College, about 40 min away. The Blue Ridge Institute and Museum was created to document and present the folk heritage of the Blue Ridge region. Host to several events throughout the year and the museum is open seasonally on the weekends to take you back to life in SW Virginia in the 1800's. Please check the website or call to verify hours. https://www.ferrum.edu/blueridgeinstitute/

Eating Out

great counter service set up with delicious food
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Floyd Country Store
206 S Locust St
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great counter service set up with delicious food
Great pizza, craft beer, full bar, and bands!! House salad is so good. https://dogtownroadhouse.com/
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Dogtown Roadhouse
302 S Locust St
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Great pizza, craft beer, full bar, and bands!! House salad is so good. https://dogtownroadhouse.com/
this recent addition to the Floyd Country Store is sooooooooooooo good! https://www.floydcountrystore.com/
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The Soda Fountain at the Floyd Country Store
202 S Locust St
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this recent addition to the Floyd Country Store is sooooooooooooo good! https://www.floydcountrystore.com/
Italian menu with really good pizza http://www.mickeygsbistro.com/
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Mickey G's Bistro
113 Parkview Rd NE
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Italian menu with really good pizza http://www.mickeygsbistro.com/
long time staple reopened with new owners. breakfast and lunch favorites!
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Blue Ridge Cafe
113 E Main St
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long time staple reopened with new owners. breakfast and lunch favorites!
Local charcuterie at the Blind Pig up front. In the back, ridiculously delicious small plates and craft cocktails in a decadent 1920's style speakeasy. just ask at the counter for a nickle for the coke machine to gain entrance 😉http://www.lushlounge.net
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The Blind Pig & Lush Lounge
317 E Main St
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Local charcuterie at the Blind Pig up front. In the back, ridiculously delicious small plates and craft cocktails in a decadent 1920's style speakeasy. just ask at the counter for a nickle for the coke machine to gain entrance 😉http://www.lushlounge.net
BBQ! Try the Atomic Buffalo Turds if you like jalapeno poppers.😂 Great house made sauce options. You can buy a bottle to take home! http://bootlegq.com/
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Bootleg BBQ
412 S Locust St
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BBQ! Try the Atomic Buffalo Turds if you like jalapeno poppers.😂 Great house made sauce options. You can buy a bottle to take home! http://bootlegq.com/
"Taking Good Care of Our Coffee, Our People, Our Farmers, Our Planet" - what an inspiring philosophy! cafe serves breakfast and lunch 7AM-3PM M-F (call for updated hours) menu- https://www.redroostercafeandbakery.com/cafemenu https://m.facebook.com/RedRoosterCoffee/
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Red Rooster Coffee Roasting HQ
823 E Main St
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"Taking Good Care of Our Coffee, Our People, Our Farmers, Our Planet" - what an inspiring philosophy! cafe serves breakfast and lunch 7AM-3PM M-F (call for updated hours) menu- https://www.redroostercafeandbakery.com/cafemenu https://m.facebook.com/RedRoosterCoffee/
This is a great option for lunch and weekend brunch. Locally sourced with vegan options in fun, super spacey outdoor setting. Don't miss the juice bar in the yurt next to the schoolbus! Check hours before visiting. https://m.facebook.com/outerspaceva
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OuterSpace
320 S Locust St
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This is a great option for lunch and weekend brunch. Locally sourced with vegan options in fun, super spacey outdoor setting. Don't miss the juice bar in the yurt next to the schoolbus! Check hours before visiting. https://m.facebook.com/outerspaceva
fast curb service. good burgers and crowd pleasing menu https://djsdrivein.com/
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DJ's Drive In
701 E Main St
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fast curb service. good burgers and crowd pleasing menu https://djsdrivein.com/
Mexican in Floyd! Usually open until at least 9PM https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Mexican-Restaurant/El-Charro-Mexican-Grill-2-Floyd-Virginia-131202220269458/
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El Charro Grill Mexican Restaurant
302 South Locust Street
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Mexican in Floyd! Usually open until at least 9PM https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Mexican-Restaurant/El-Charro-Mexican-Grill-2-Floyd-Virginia-131202220269458/
Beautiful, friendly shop with both house made and globally sourced chocolate. Baked goods, hot chocolate, and coffee drinks too! https://www.cocoamiachocolates.com/
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Cocoa Mia
109 E Main St
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Beautiful, friendly shop with both house made and globally sourced chocolate. Baked goods, hot chocolate, and coffee drinks too! https://www.cocoamiachocolates.com/
may be small and off the beaten path from town, may also be the best restaurant in the area! Delicious,family run, Greek and American food. Breakfast served all day too! About 20 min drive. https://m.facebook.com/Dinos-Restaurant-117938895447176/?ref=page_internal&mt_nav=0
Dino's Restaurant
4943 Floyd Highway South
may be small and off the beaten path from town, may also be the best restaurant in the area! Delicious,family run, Greek and American food. Breakfast served all day too! About 20 min drive. https://m.facebook.com/Dinos-Restaurant-117938895447176/?ref=page_internal&mt_nav=0

Shopping

Shopping here is really fun! Crafts, clothes, antiques, gifts, local fine art and woodworking, tie dye, native plants, and heritage musical instruments. Every Labor Day weekend, the nearby town of Hillsville hosts the largest flea and antique market on the East Coast! About an hour from Floyd!
your source for all things tie-dye! Festival wear, cute dresses, good men's tshirts, home decor, gifts, and all of the crazy socks you'd ever want to buy! https://www.floydmonkeybusiness.com/
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A Little Monkey Business
203 S Locust St
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your source for all things tie-dye! Festival wear, cute dresses, good men's tshirts, home decor, gifts, and all of the crazy socks you'd ever want to buy! https://www.floydmonkeybusiness.com/
penny candy, local items, fun housewares, woolrich and carhartt clothing
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Floyd Country Store
206 S Locust St
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penny candy, local items, fun housewares, woolrich and carhartt clothing
Cool Floyd gear- Tshirts, stickers, etc. Big selection of bottled craft beers. http://republicoffloyd.com/
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Republic of Floyd Emporium
114 S Locust St
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Cool Floyd gear- Tshirts, stickers, etc. Big selection of bottled craft beers. http://republicoffloyd.com/
A bit of everything- Great gift selection. Jewelry, local art and ceramics. Locally made tie dyes. https://newmountainmercantile.com/
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New Mountain Mercantile Of Floyd
114 S Locust St
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A bit of everything- Great gift selection. Jewelry, local art and ceramics. Locally made tie dyes. https://newmountainmercantile.com/
fun vintage/antique store. great selection of whimsical outdoor furniture and garden decor. their furniture warehouse is also open on Saturdays 8 check their hours before you go https://m.facebook.com/findersfloyd/
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Finders Keepers
219 E Main St
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fun vintage/antique store. great selection of whimsical outdoor furniture and garden decor. their furniture warehouse is also open on Saturdays 8 check their hours before you go https://m.facebook.com/findersfloyd/
three floors of fabrics, upholstery supplies, crafts, quilting, etc https://m.facebook.com/schoolhouse.fabrics/
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Schoolhouse Fabrics Inc
220 N Locust St
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three floors of fabrics, upholstery supplies, crafts, quilting, etc https://m.facebook.com/schoolhouse.fabrics/
3 floors with over 50 vendors and artists booths http://www.chicsantiquesandvariety.com/
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Chic's Antiques
125 W Main St
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3 floors with over 50 vendors and artists booths http://www.chicsantiquesandvariety.com/
Gallery quality fine art and crafts. Beautiful store and welcoming, helpful owner.
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Troika Contemporary Crafts
203 S Locust St
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Gallery quality fine art and crafts. Beautiful store and welcoming, helpful owner.
gorgeous wood furniture and decor. a little pricey, but worth seeing the beautiful showroom downtown near Floyd's only stoplight!🤩 there's also a rumor about a sweet swimming hole located right behind their workshop just a mile or so out of town
Phoenix Hardwoods
101 Floyd Hwy N
gorgeous wood furniture and decor. a little pricey, but worth seeing the beautiful showroom downtown near Floyd's only stoplight!🤩 there's also a rumor about a sweet swimming hole located right behind their workshop just a mile or so out of town
glass artisans working onsite https://www.blueridgealchemy.net/
Blue Ridge Alchemy
115 Sweeney Street Southeast
glass artisans working onsite https://www.blueridgealchemy.net/
❤ this store! now located downtown in sweet new digs! cool, friendly plant emporium with beautifully curated home goods, candles, gifts, etc.
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Lichen or Knot Plant Company
105 Fox St NW
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❤ this store! now located downtown in sweet new digs! cool, friendly plant emporium with beautifully curated home goods, candles, gifts, etc.
local t-shirts, etc made with organic cotton as of 2021, the store front is closed, but you can still order online! https://greenlabelorganic.com/
Green Label Organic
203 Fox St NW
local t-shirts, etc made with organic cotton as of 2021, the store front is closed, but you can still order online! https://greenlabelorganic.com/
New Friday Artisan market! Local arts and hamdmade gifts. Be sure to swing through if you're looking for gifts or something special to remember trip to Floyd! https://m.facebook.com/floydartisanmarket/
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Floyd Farmers Market
203 S Locust St
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New Friday Artisan market! Local arts and hamdmade gifts. Be sure to swing through if you're looking for gifts or something special to remember trip to Floyd! https://m.facebook.com/floydartisanmarket/

Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries, & a Speakeasy!

Italian inspired wines. Family owned and operated. Cheese, hummus, and charcuterie plates. Wood fired pizzas on Sundays. https://villaappalaccia.com/
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Villa Appalaccia Winery
752 Rock Castle Gorge Rd
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Italian inspired wines. Family owned and operated. Cheese, hummus, and charcuterie plates. Wood fired pizzas on Sundays. https://villaappalaccia.com/
Largest winery in the area. Check website to see if they've begun their live music series yet. fun fact- the Morrisette family are our neighbors on the opposite side of the mountain top. https://www.thedogs.com/
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Chateau Morrisette Winery
291 Winery Rd SW
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Largest winery in the area. Check website to see if they've begun their live music series yet. fun fact- the Morrisette family are our neighbors on the opposite side of the mountain top. https://www.thedogs.com/
Such a great recent addition to Floyd! Step into the Blind Pig charcuterie shop and ask for a nickle for the coke machine if you want to see the rest! Craft cocktails and ridiculously delicious and sophisticated small plates. http://www.lushlounge.net http://www.lushlounge.net
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The Blind Pig & Lush Lounge
317 E Main St
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Such a great recent addition to Floyd! Step into the Blind Pig charcuterie shop and ask for a nickle for the coke machine if you want to see the rest! Craft cocktails and ridiculously delicious and sophisticated small plates. http://www.lushlounge.net http://www.lushlounge.net
New craft brewers with onsite tavern. Great outdoor space and live music
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Buffalo Mountain Brewing Company
332 Webbs Mill Rd N
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New craft brewers with onsite tavern. Great outdoor space and live music
Reviving Floyd County's rich moonshining history, 5 Mile Mountain distillery is creating handcrafted and bottled whiskey. Repurposed historic building that used to house the town's public works, now offers a tasting room where you can have a round of samples led by an expert mix master with tasting notes and cocktail recommendations. https://www.5milemountain.com/home
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5 Mile Mountain Distillery
489 Floyd Hwy S
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Reviving Floyd County's rich moonshining history, 5 Mile Mountain distillery is creating handcrafted and bottled whiskey. Repurposed historic building that used to house the town's public works, now offers a tasting room where you can have a round of samples led by an expert mix master with tasting notes and cocktail recommendations. https://www.5milemountain.com/home

Everything Else

incredible new 5 star resort that offers great dining and exciting outdoor activities(skeet shooting, horses, etc.)
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Primland
2000 Busted Rock Rd
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incredible new 5 star resort that offers great dining and exciting outdoor activities(skeet shooting, horses, etc.)