Mountain Home Treasures

Written By: Mary Jane McCall | Issue: 2021/09 – September

It’s probably safe to say that we’ve all spent more time in our homes in the past year and a half than ever before and we’re probably more than ready to freshen our spaces up a bit. 

Why not hit the streets of Cashiers and Highlands and find all the home furnishing and accessory treasures that our area has to offer?  From nearly new consignments to heirloom pieces you can find it all here on the Plateau.

Bound’s Cave Rug Gallery  in Cashiers at 763 Highway 107 South offers a diverse selection of handmade rugs from all over the world. They pride themselves in carrying one-of-a-kind rugs that will allow each customer a truly personalized touch for their home. Their inventory includes traditional patterns, transitional looks that are perfect for current trends, contemporary, tribal, and antique rugs, and they have items at price points for every budget. Don’t miss their big sale coming in October.

Nearly New at 60 Village Walk Way in Cashiers is one of those places you should pop into often, as their inventory of gently used consignment items is constantly turning over.   Who knows what treasure you might find here?  From artwork, lighting, desks, pillows, pottery, recliners, rugs, and accessories to bedroom, living, and dining room furniture, they seem to have it all.

Blue Ridge Bedding at 176 Warehouse Drive in Cashiers also has a location in Brevard. This one stop shop makes updating your bedding easy.  No matter if you’re looking for a new mattress, premium sheets,  pillows, protectors or, bed frames, headboards, or footboards, they’ve got it all. They also offer delivery services and financing.  A perfect night’s sleep is within your reach at Blue Ridge Bedding.

Carolina Rustic Furniture at 155 Warehouse Drive offers the finest in furnishings, accessories, and bedding for your home.  You’ll find what you’re looking for here with brand names that you can trust.  They have something for every room in the house, including outdoors. And, when you’ve chosen your new furniture they’ll help you select just the right accessories to complete your look.  Step into your new décor here. 

Rusticks at 32 Canoe Point on tranquil Cashiers Lake specializes in “mountain chic” furniture, and lighting and accessories for inside and out, so whether you’re building a new home, remodeling an older home, or just want to update a room or a piece, stop in here.  Their experienced staff will help you choose from their diverse array of products for just the right pieces for your home.  Mountain living has never looked so good, nor felt so comfortable.

The Blue Elephant at 2248 Dillard Road  in Highlands is the consignment shop that truly proves that what doesn’t suit one is often exactly what someone else is looking for.  With an ever-evolving inventory, it’s always a fun, and often lucrative, trip to see what’s new. You’ll find furniture and accessories for inside and out, so stop by and find the bargain you’ve been looking for. 

ACP Home Interiors at 1990 Dillard Road in Highlands offers modern furniture and accessories that retain a classic feel with just the right touch of industrial boldness and farmhouse chic. Soothing neutrals, wood, and iron blend seamlessly with tasteful pops of color and texture providing customers with everything they need to transform their living spaces. They will also be happy to customize a look just for you.

Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery in Oak Square is celebrating its 36th anniversary this year. Their rock solid reputation and huge selection of handcrafted rugs, both contemporary and antique,  keep returning customers coming back, and new customers coming in, and their experienced staff are invaluable in helping you make the right selection.   In addition to sales they are more than happy to appraise, restore, or clean your treasured heirlooms for you.  

Dutchmans Designs at 342 Main Street offers what it takes to furnish a room, a house, or just a piece and their dedicated staff are more than happy to help you find what you need. The look here is casual, eclectic, modern and youthful. With an extensive selection of lighting, signature wood pieces, upholstered furniture, and accessories this is just the place to find what you’re looking for to bring brightness and joy into your décor.

The Summer House by Reeves at 2089 Dillard Road offers luxury furnishings and accessories for any style and taste.  Known for their extensive selection of indoor and outdoor furniture and accessories, as well as an extensive bed and bath shop, the experienced folks at The Summer House are eager to help you turn your house into a welcoming home and retreat. Stop by and find the comfort and style you’re looking for.

The Brier Patch, that cute little cottage at 4186 Cashiers Road, invites you to stop in and see their bright and cheerful home accessories including lamps, artwork, original pieces by Jo Ann Williams Walker, pillows, florals, containers, and charming teak stools hand painted and carved in Thailand but designed by an American artist in Summerville, South Carolina. They also feature fine
furniture pieces.

Acorns, The Shop at Old Edwards in the heart of downtown Highlands, beckons you into their luxurious world of contemporary and antique home furnishings and décor, one-of-a-kind art pieces, and rugs carefully curated from around the world.  Pamper yourself with their fine Italian linens and luxurious pillows and bedding. Their knowledgeable staff and design consultants are happy to help you find just what you’re looking for.

For a more complete look at shopping on the Highlands-Cashiers plateau visit thelaurelmagazine.com,