Crossings Guest Guide Book to the Area
City/town information
Lexington is a small, community city with a population of less than 20,000. Settled in the late 1770s and incorporated in 1838, it is a town with a peaceful and family oriented history. Lexington has recently experienced a lovely downtown rejuvenation which has brought restaurants, shops, spas and other sites of interest all within walking distance of the city center. Outside of the city there are variety of Yadkin Valley vineyards, High Rock Lake, several parks for hiking and fishing as well as the Yadkin River ! Nearby towns within a short driving distance include: Winston Salem, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, and Charlotte is only an hour to our south with Raleigh a little further to the North. You can trek to part of the mountains with an hour drive North West and make it to the beach in 4 hours for an interesting day trip.
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Lexington
Lexington is a small, community city with a population of less than 20,000. Settled in the late 1770s and incorporated in 1838, it is a town with a peaceful and family oriented history. Lexington has recently experienced a lovely downtown rejuvenation which has brought restaurants, shops, spas and other sites of interest all within walking distance of the city center. Outside of the city there are variety of Yadkin Valley vineyards, High Rock Lake, several parks for hiking and fishing as well as the Yadkin River ! Nearby towns within a short driving distance include: Winston Salem, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, and Charlotte is only an hour to our south with Raleigh a little further to the North. You can trek to part of the mountains with an hour drive North West and make it to the beach in 4 hours for an interesting day trip.
Sightseeing
Childress Vineyards is only 4 miles away from Crossings and is a great place to spend a day. You can enjoy a tour, do a wine tasting, enjoy lunch at their bistro and finish your trip with some shopping.
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Childress Vineyards
1000 Childress Vineyards RdChildress Vineyards is only 4 miles away from Crossings and is a great place to spend a day. You can enjoy a tour, do a wine tasting, enjoy lunch at their bistro and finish your trip with some shopping.
There are copious public access points for boating and swimming along the lake. Need some great insight? Check out Rock Outfitters- they are a wealth of knowledge on all things about the lake and we find them delightful to work with. They are located on Hwy 8, right outside of town.
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High Rock Lake
There are copious public access points for boating and swimming along the lake. Need some great insight? Check out Rock Outfitters- they are a wealth of knowledge on all things about the lake and we find them delightful to work with. They are located on Hwy 8, right outside of town.
Only 7.5 miles away Boone's Cave is a nice spot to go for a fairly easy hike. With several different well defined paths and nice Yadkin River views, it is a lovely spot for a few hours or a whole day. They have a picnic area, great parking, disc golf course and dedicated team that want to ensure you get the most out of your stay. We always feel safe hiking the trails and know you will enjoy.
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Boone's Cave Park
3552 Boones Cave RdOnly 7.5 miles away Boone's Cave is a nice spot to go for a fairly easy hike. With several different well defined paths and nice Yadkin River views, it is a lovely spot for a few hours or a whole day. They have a picnic area, great parking, disc golf course and dedicated team that want to ensure you get the most out of your stay. We always feel safe hiking the trails and know you will enjoy.
Finch Park is a local and growing park. They have a great new Mountain Bike Trail that you dont want to miss !!
Finch Park
15 Paul Beck RdFinch Park is a local and growing park. They have a great new Mountain Bike Trail that you dont want to miss !!
Old Salem is a GREAT spot- for a day trip, for lunch, or a quick stroll. One of the first towns in North Carolina, Old Salem was settled by Moravians in the 1700's. You can take a tour of Old Salem and experience life in early North Carolina, just book online or via phone before you go.
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Old Salem Visitor Center
900 Old Salem RdOld Salem is a GREAT spot- for a day trip, for lunch, or a quick stroll. One of the first towns in North Carolina, Old Salem was settled by Moravians in the 1700's. You can take a tour of Old Salem and experience life in early North Carolina, just book online or via phone before you go.
Food scene
Check out their Facebook page to find out what bands are playing and which food truck will be on site that night. It is updated weekly for fresh feel each evening. Looking for a spot to do a little work during the day with fresh scenery- it will not disappoint.
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Goose and the Monkey Brew House
401 S Railroad StCheck out their Facebook page to find out what bands are playing and which food truck will be on site that night. It is updated weekly for fresh feel each evening. Looking for a spot to do a little work during the day with fresh scenery- it will not disappoint.
This is a local hot spot in the evenings and on weekends. They have indoor and outdoor seating and are constantly hosting community events such as Farmers Markets and craft fairs. Check out their Facebook page for up to date information on these events and visiting Food Trucks
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Bull City Ciderworks Lexington
599 S Railroad StThis is a local hot spot in the evenings and on weekends. They have indoor and outdoor seating and are constantly hosting community events such as Farmers Markets and craft fairs. Check out their Facebook page for up to date information on these events and visiting Food Trucks
Chef Michael and his restaurant is one of our favorites. He uses local fair as much as possible and is a true Farm to Fork patron. He can be found most Saturday mornings picking out his items at the Lexington Farmers Market and can even be spotted at our farm darting in to grab Boston Butts for his Pork Carnitas or Andouille Sausage for his Shrimp and Grits. Please, please let them know that Crossings Farm sent you to check them out.
Rustic Roots
102 South Main StreetChef Michael and his restaurant is one of our favorites. He uses local fair as much as possible and is a true Farm to Fork patron. He can be found most Saturday mornings picking out his items at the Lexington Farmers Market and can even be spotted at our farm darting in to grab Boston Butts for his Pork Carnitas or Andouille Sausage for his Shrimp and Grits. Please, please let them know that Crossings Farm sent you to check them out.
Ben and I often go to Sophies when we are needing a break from the farm and all things mundane. We have been delighted to watch this special spot grow over the past few years and look forward to seeing what Chef Jon will do next. You cant go wrong with anything on the menu !
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Sophie's Cork & Ale
23 West 2nd AvenueBen and I often go to Sophies when we are needing a break from the farm and all things mundane. We have been delighted to watch this special spot grow over the past few years and look forward to seeing what Chef Jon will do next. You cant go wrong with anything on the menu !
While La Cava's Italian Restaurant is NOT in Lexington, it is only 15 miles away in Historic Downtown Salisbury and well worth the drive if your looking for something truly special. While maybe not for a routine meal experience, we find La Cava's one of our favorite special spots to visit when we are celebrating or just needing a romantic night out and away from the farm.
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La Cava Restaurant
329 S Church StWhile La Cava's Italian Restaurant is NOT in Lexington, it is only 15 miles away in Historic Downtown Salisbury and well worth the drive if your looking for something truly special. While maybe not for a routine meal experience, we find La Cava's one of our favorite special spots to visit when we are celebrating or just needing a romantic night out and away from the farm.
Lexington Farmer's Market
129 S Railroad StWe just LOVE Main Street Deli. This is a pretty simple restaurant with a 1990's vibe (is that a thing?). Its one of those spots that we go for comfort and the spaghetti ! And the hot chips! And the grilled Chicken Sandwich! And the Roast Beef- Ok- if you can tell, we all have our favorites. The most important thing to note is that they do not like to stay open late. What ever their posted time is, the like to stop seating about 30 minutes prior.
Go, enjoy the food and order the sweet tea !!
Main Street Pizza & Deli
13 North Main StreetWe just LOVE Main Street Deli. This is a pretty simple restaurant with a 1990's vibe (is that a thing?). Its one of those spots that we go for comfort and the spaghetti ! And the hot chips! And the grilled Chicken Sandwich! And the Roast Beef- Ok- if you can tell, we all have our favorites. The most important thing to note is that they do not like to stay open late. What ever their posted time is, the like to stop seating about 30 minutes prior.
Go, enjoy the food and order the sweet tea !!
When we are looking for a morning treat we LOVE to go to Perfect Blend. With a true coffee shop vibe filled with locals, this is your spot ! Not only can you get great coffee here, you can also grab breakfast, lunch and dessert items.
Perfect Blend
1 N Main StWhen we are looking for a morning treat we LOVE to go to Perfect Blend. With a true coffee shop vibe filled with locals, this is your spot ! Not only can you get great coffee here, you can also grab breakfast, lunch and dessert items.
Wonder where we are on Thursday nights? Here you go !! This is our regular place to dine with family almost every Thursday night. Great food- a VERY engaged owner and great drinks !! If you see us there- tell us Hi !!
Guadalajara Grill
Wonder where we are on Thursday nights? Here you go !! This is our regular place to dine with family almost every Thursday night. Great food- a VERY engaged owner and great drinks !! If you see us there- tell us Hi !!
Local Must Experience Shopping
The Candy Factory is our NUMBER ONE spot that we take all of our friends and family to when visiting our home town. The overall feel of the shop is delightful as soon as you step up and enter in the red doors. This spot special to my heart is sure not to disappoint. - And check out their Red Bird Candy. Its what the shop originally created and is known for !
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The Candy Factory
15 N Main StThe Candy Factory is our NUMBER ONE spot that we take all of our friends and family to when visiting our home town. The overall feel of the shop is delightful as soon as you step up and enter in the red doors. This spot special to my heart is sure not to disappoint. - And check out their Red Bird Candy. Its what the shop originally created and is known for !
When we travel we love finding spots that are truly owned by locals- and this is the spot! You get all of the clothing, hiking, boating options of the big box stores, with local, home town service. This is our go-to shopping spot for our family and its only 16 miles away!
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Rock Outdoors
7440 NC-8When we travel we love finding spots that are truly owned by locals- and this is the spot! You get all of the clothing, hiking, boating options of the big box stores, with local, home town service. This is our go-to shopping spot for our family and its only 16 miles away!
Evenbrooke is an antique market mall where you can find so many items for your house and home. They feature well placed vendor booths that are full of wonderful items with a high end boutique feel. You will love it !
Evenbrooke Marketplace
15 Murphy DriveEvenbrooke is an antique market mall where you can find so many items for your house and home. They feature well placed vendor booths that are full of wonderful items with a high end boutique feel. You will love it !
If you have a specific need for tools, fishing supplies, gardening implements or just about anything, Lanier's is your spot ! It is a true local favorite for just about anything- nuts, bolts, enamel plates, wood stoves . . . you name it !!
Lanier Ace Hardware
218 S Main StIf you have a specific need for tools, fishing supplies, gardening implements or just about anything, Lanier's is your spot ! It is a true local favorite for just about anything- nuts, bolts, enamel plates, wood stoves . . . you name it !!
If you are looking for something local to take home from your trip, Missions Pottery is your spot ! They have loads of amazing finds from all local artists. Pottery, mugs, paintings, throws, even rocking chairs!
Missions Pottery & More
3 N Main StIf you are looking for something local to take home from your trip, Missions Pottery is your spot ! They have loads of amazing finds from all local artists. Pottery, mugs, paintings, throws, even rocking chairs!
Native Vines Winery
1336 NC-150North Carolina Local Vineyard
1336 N NC Hwy 150
Lexington, NC 27295
The areas newest vineyard.
When you walk the ample grounds of Curran Alexander Vineyards, you can’t help but think, “This is what North Carolina looks like.” Located in the southern end of the Yadkin Valley, they have been growing premium wine grapes on the beautiful family farm since 2001. And with these delicately nurtured fruits, we have crafted remarkable wines for your enjoyment.
The farm, which has been in their part of the family for nearly 150 years, is packed with historical significance, and we take pride in all that has happened in and around our property over the last several millennia. When you’re here, you can freely walk the grounds, and be sure to stop by our myriad landmarks to learn about their storied past.
Curran Alexander Vineyards
North Carolina 150The areas newest vineyard.
When you walk the ample grounds of Curran Alexander Vineyards, you can’t help but think, “This is what North Carolina looks like.” Located in the southern end of the Yadkin Valley, they have been growing premium wine grapes on the beautiful family farm since 2001. And with these delicately nurtured fruits, we have crafted remarkable wines for your enjoyment.
The farm, which has been in their part of the family for nearly 150 years, is packed with historical significance, and we take pride in all that has happened in and around our property over the last several millennia. When you’re here, you can freely walk the grounds, and be sure to stop by our myriad landmarks to learn about their storied past.
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Verkehrsmittel
You will need a car
Definitely not in a large city, but to get to Crossing and around the area, you will need a car. There is very little public transportation here and to really enjoy the area it is best to bring your car with you or to rent one from the airport if you are flying in . Which airport is best to fly into? We love GSO (Greensboro, NC). Its a cute, friendly and normally quiet airport that is easy to navigate. You can also fly into Charlotte or Raleigh.
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Waving and saying hello
Reeds (our community) is small, and for the most part, so is Lexington. "Around here", we all wave when we see you standing or driving. We also tell most everyone "Good morning", "Hi, there" or at least acknowledge . If you really want to fit in, throw in a "How are y'all".
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Biltmore in Asheville
We are only 2 hours away from Asheville, NC and we truly LOVE the Biltmore House. Not only are they still a private residence with a WORKING FARM, they are just super cool. If your going to be here for more than a day, we highly recommend that you pack a trip and go to Asheville for the day and visit the Biltmore House. But, before you go, make sure and book your trip, especially if you are planning on doing any behind the scenes tours (which we highly recommend). You cant go wrong with the Biltmore !
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Pack the closet !!
Well y'all, its North Carolina, which means that it can be 20 in the morning, 75 by 2pm and a light snow by 8 in any season except dead summer. We really do suggest that you pack for almost anything since we do have pretty interesting weather swings.
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Area Vineyards
There are a ton of Vineyards within 30-45 minutes. We are situated firmly in the Yadkin Valley (the river is just 2 miles by the crow flies). In the 1800s, North Carolina dominated the wine scene, until prohibition. In North Carolina our native grape is the Muscadine. You can see a few of our own Muscadine vines behind the farm store.
Most of these offer tastings and tours, but you might need to book ahead.