Hoots Roller Bar
One of the many gems of the newly renovated West End Mill Works, Hoots Roller Bar is named after its location in the old Hoots Roller Mill…
Places
Looking for the best Winston-Salem schools? Or maybe a hotel, golf course, tennis court, or anything else for that matter? If you don’t find it here, let us know and we’ll add it!
Stella Brew
Also new on the beer scene in Winston-Salem is Stella Brew, a craft beer “forward” shop in the Ardmore neighborhood on Hawthorne Road featuring a competitively priced and stellar selection of beers from around the corner and around the world…
Camp Hanes
Camp Hanes is a 400-acre recreational camp half an hour from Winston-Salem, nestled on the side of beautiful Sauratown Mountain. Kids and adults alike make a lifetime of outdoor memories there. Our readers receive a $50 discount!
Local Architecture
Our fair city of Winston-Salem is full of great architectural sites. Did you know we have the “mother” of the Empire State building and a replica of Independence Hall right here in Winston-Salem? Find out where Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke and the legend of the Salem Coffee Pot. Here is a guide to some of our favorite architectural sites.
Winston-Salem Area Parks
Nature-lovers appreciate how fortunate we are to have so many great parks in the Winston-Salem area. From hiking and fishing to horseback riding and playgrounds, our parks truly enhance our lives. Here is a list of some of our area favorites…
Reynolda House & Historic District
The Reynolda Historic District, set in what is now the Buena Vista neighborhood of Winston-Salem, was once the 1,067-acre estate of tobacco barons Katharine Smith Reynolds and her husband Richard Joshua (R. J.) Reynolds (photo courtesy of Digital Forsyth). The Reynolda Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Historic Hotels near Downtown Winston-Salem
While visiting Winston-Salem (or welcoming visitors to your hometown), one might consider staying in one of these lovely historic hotels, inns or other interesting locations. They each have a story to tell, from the former home of the mayor of (Old) Salem, to the former manor house of one of our city’s (and Wake Forest …
Westbend Vineyard & Brewhouse – Closed in Fall 2013
North Carolina has a young but vibrant wine community and Winston-Salem is primely positioned in the Yadkin Valley Wine Country. We are kicking this series off by featuring Westbend Vineyards & Brewhouse, located in Lewisville, because it was the first vineyard established in the Yadkin Valley and remains the only winery actually in Forsyth County. They …
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Winston-Salem Neighborhoods
Winston-Salem is rich with diverse neighborhoods and architecture. From urban living downtown and historic neighborhoods to big yards and country club living, Winston-Salem offers a home setting for almost any taste. This list of neighborhood descriptions can be helpful when searching for a home that fits your lifestyle. We will continue to add to the list as …
Hotels in Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem has been dubbed, “The City of Arts & Innovation.” The artistic community has been thriving in the city for decades and now the bio-technology industry is growing here as well. The city is alive with reasons to visit: the arts, history, four-year colleges, top-notch medical hospitals, shopping and natural beauty. Find the Right Hotel …