Hiking
Easy hiking trails and a nice little spot to have an adventure. I’ve been going for years.
Raven Rock State Park
3009 Raven Rock RdFood/bar scene
This is a local favorite place grab a bite to eat or listen to a live band on the weekends. My favorite dishes here are the shrimp diablo pasta and the bourbon salmon. It’s nothing fancy but it’s good food and usually a good vibe. They always have a drink special going on which I appreciate. Breakfast on the weekends are pretty good too.
The Twisted Grape
54 Melody LnThis is a very chill family atmosphere. The lamb sliders are my go-to here. Live singing on the weekend and some game nights during the week. The second location is in Anderson Creek which is closer to you. It’s in a gated community but if you tell them you are headed to eat at the club house they should let you in. Wonderful sunset views.
Copper Cricket Restaurant & Irish Pub
98 Amarillo LnThis is a very chill family atmosphere. The lamb sliders are my go-to here. Live singing on the weekend and some game nights during the week. The second location is in Anderson Creek which is closer to you. It’s in a gated community but if you tell them you are headed to eat at the club house they should let you in. Wonderful sunset views.
This has fun hibachi! They are great. Really fun times. The sushi is good too. Service on the sushi side is subpar though. But it’s close, so I go because I need my sushi.
6 locals recommend
Sakura Japanese Steak House
2630 North Carolina 87This has fun hibachi! They are great. Really fun times. The sushi is good too. Service on the sushi side is subpar though. But it’s close, so I go because I need my sushi.
Booze
A cute local place to grab a nice bottle of wine or craft beer.
Grapes & Hops II
1550 NC-24Swim/play
This is a lake in Carolina lakes about 15 min from your Airbnb. It’s a gated community but if you would like a day pass to visit the lake just ask! It’s a lovely lake and very relaxing.
Carolina Lakes Marina
This is a lake in Carolina lakes about 15 min from your Airbnb. It’s a gated community but if you would like a day pass to visit the lake just ask! It’s a lovely lake and very relaxing.
Thrifting
This is one of my favorite thrift stores. Great prices on fun things!
Western Harnett-Overhills Area PTO Thrift Store
3793 Olivia RdThis is one of my favorite thrift stores. Great prices on fun things!