January 2024 Sanctuary Village Update: Paving the Way to Your Dream Mountain Home

Aerial view of Sanctuary Village January 2024

In this January 2024 Sanctuary Village update, we are sharing the progress made on new community streets. Sanctuary Village is a traditional neighborhood development nestled in the serene mountains of Franklin, North Carolina. As we move forward in expanding our beautiful community, we are thrilled to announce that construction of new streets in Sanctuary Village … Read more

Nightlife in Franklin

Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. at night.

Nightlife in Franklin, North Carolina is not what you would expect from a small Appalachian mountain town. Unlike some locales in the region that quote “roll their sidewalks up” when the sun goes down, Franklin instead has opted to keep the entertainment alive after dark. An eclectic array of tasteful breweries and bars in Franklin … Read more

Asheville Restaurant Week in the WNC Mountains

asheville restaurant week 2024

The world’s most exceptional cuisine often originates from regions where local ingredients are readily available. One such haven is the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina, specifically Asheville and its surrounding areas. This January, food enthusiasts can savor the flavors of the annual Asheville Restaurant Week, taking place from the 16th to the 24th. Learn … Read more

Sourdough Class Series This January in Franklin, NC

Couple unleashing their creativity in their kitchen.

irThe rural mountains of Western North Carolina are known for some of the best made-from-scratch food in the country. Fresh-baked bread is just one of the categories that will make your mouth water. Have you ever wanted to learn how to make delicious, hot sourdough bread from scratch in your own kitchen? Well, here’s your … Read more

New Year’s Eve in Franklin, NC

New Years Eve Ruby Drop Franklin, NC

The Motor Company Grill and Crabtree General Store is hosting the 10th Annual Ruby Drop on new Year’s Eve in Franklin, NC. The celebration will take place on the Square in downtown Franklin. For those who are unfamiliar with this local tradition, it’s an evening of festivities that culminates in the famed Ruby Drop. It’s … Read more

Best Place for Donuts in Franklin, NC

just donuts in franklin nc

When one thinks about the possibility of moving to a small town, a common concern is the distance to high-quality food and drink. Take breakfast treats for example. Who wants to live somewhere without decent donuts or bagels nearby? Thankfully, residents of Franklin, NC don’t have that worry. Less than 5 short blocks from Sanctuary … Read more

Best Places to Stay in Franklin, NC

Rainbow over the mountains surrounding Franklin, NC

Organized in 1820, the town of Franklin, North Carolina has been known for centuries as a quaint oasis amid the Great Smoky Mountains. Even though the town has grown in recent decades, the area still maintains the small-town feel that has always made the town so attractive to tourists. First-time visitors often become second and … Read more

Best Winter Activities in Franklin, NC

In the mountains of Western North Carolina, residents and visitors get to experience all four distinct seasons each year. Spring is full of blooms, summer is lush and warm, fall offers beautiful colors, and winter is characterized by light snowfalls and well-used fireplaces. But as much as we may love curling up on the couch … Read more

Holiday Shows at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin, NC

Sara Evans Flyer

Since the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts first opened its doors in 2009, residents and visitors of Franklin, NC have benefitted from the outstanding lineup of performers that the center has attracted to the area. From renditions of Broadway musicals to world-famous musicians, as well as local performers, the stage has been graced … Read more

Lost In Time Ghost Tours in Franklin, NC

Lost in Time Historic Ghost Tours of Franklin

Have you ever visited a large city and signed up to join a local ghost tour experience? If so, you probably had a fifty-perfect chance of ending up spending an hour or more on some corny excursion filled with made-up stories and bad actors popping out from behind buildings. Thankfully, you won’t find any silly … Read more

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