Always Fresh, Always Local

from Mountain Escapes July-August Edition

Connecting Families on the Water

Ashe County Farmers Market of West Jefferson is open every Saturday (rain or shine) from 8am–1pm.

Eating more greens? We keep it fresh with an assortment of pre-washed and responsibly grown spinach, collards, arugula, multiple varieties of kale and lettuce and everything in between. Our greenhouse growers extend the season with offerings all summer long and into the fall and are on site to answer questions about growing practices, storage and preparation.

Our specialty produce will satisfy the gourmet in you and fill your plates with color! We have organic and nonorganic garlics, onions, pimento peppers, and all the colors of the rainbow represented with multi-colored beets, carrots, cauliflower and potatoes. And in the fall, shop our wide variety of pumpkins and gourds!

Taste the fruits of our labor! Seasonal fruits that include many varieties of local heirloom apples, grapes, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries. Buy them fresh for eating now or for freezing for the winter months.

Who can resist freshly baked home made bread? Our fresh baked offerings include Amish breads, sourdough bread, an assortment of pies and gourmet cakes. Cinnamon bread, strawberry/rhubarb pies and sugar-free fried pies are market favorites!

Before planting visit our market for your plant starts, shrubs, ornamentals, trees and perennial and annual flowers. Our nursery growers offer an abundant of readyto-plant varieties. We have tomato plants, vegetable plants, common and hard to find herbs, heirloom apple trees and native plants, along with plenty of advice on how to grow them.

Need fresh cut flowers? We have those, too! Our growers specialize in dahlias, sunflowers and zinnias, along with day lilies and a variety of perennials and annuals ready to brighten your garden and home.

Looking for a perfect cut of meat for your dinner table? You’ll find local all natural beef, chicken, pork and lamb in a variety of cuts and sizes. Some vendors take pre-orders on specialty cuts and sizes. Did we mention local eggs from freerange chickens?

Our featured artisans hand craft pottery, woven baskets, knitted and crocheted items, quilts, paper, jewelry, flower art, and soy candles, along with organic and vegan soaps and body products as well as a new line of CBD products and new to the market this year are homemade doggy treats. Fine wood crafts are prominent and include everything from skillfully crafted cutting boards to fine furniture. Ever seen a tasting spoon? We have those along with bird houses, corn hole games and decorative wood crafts for your home and yard. Looking for that perfect photo to frame? We have beautiful photography on site.

Shopping our Market- This is our happy place! Our market is easily accessible and conveniently located on the Backstreet in West Jefferson with a covered shelter to ensure you stay dry while visiting our many vendors.

We also have bathrooms for our visitors on site and offer hot coffee so we can share a cup with you during your visit.

If you truly want to get to know our community, visit our market. We’ll treat you right and you’ll feel like family.

Opening November 19,2021

•Choose and Cut •Christmas Shop •Wreaths and Garland •Food Vendors

•Keepsake Ornaments •Hayrides •Santa •And More!

BOOK YOUR VACATION NOW!

The Creekside Cabins are nestled along our private section of the renown Helton Creek. Our cabins are the perfect getaway for Families, Bristol Race week or weekends, Honeymooners, Church groups, Fishing enthusiasts, or Multi-family vacationers. Hiking, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Biking, Canoeing, and Relaxing are just a few of the things that will keep you busy in this area.