Dashboards and Saddlebags the Destination Magazine™ Issue 020 November 2012 | Page 25

Honored on the National Registry of Historic Places, the original building, constructed in 1878, has undergone a $10 million renovation and expansion, placing it among the world’s elite and most luxurious inns. Recommended lodging, in addition to Old Edwards Inn, is the Mountain High Inn with fireplaces and jacuzzis, and the rustic elegance of Michel’s (reserve a honeymoon cottage). scenic overlooks. Cap off the trip by returning on Hwy 64 towards Franklin. A pleasant walk from the highway is Dry Falls with a path behind the falls, or you can literally drive your BMW or MINI under the 120 foot Bridal Vail Falls. Hwy 23 takes you back to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The round trip makes a great weekend getaway. Call Lee Davis for more information 336.788.3333. Favorite places to dine? Highlands has long been noted for unique nationally acclaimed restaurants. Try Louis Michaud’s, Lakeside, or On the Veranda for Sunday champagne brunch. It’s been said that Highlands is where nature spends the summer. I can’t imagine another place with more waterfalls and Great Food Friends & FOOTBALL!! WED NOV. 21ST 10PM - TILL PRE-THANKSGIVING P ARTY YOUR LAST CHANCE TO PARTY WITH FRIENDS BEFORE A DAY WITH FAMILY! MON $2.00 Mondays! $2 Tacos, $ 2 Coronas $2 Margaritas! TUES Oh Ladies!! 1/2 Price Wines WED $300 Well Drinks $2.00 Dollar Beers 1/2 Price Wings THUR Thirsty Thursday!! $2 Jacks Draft Night FRI Live Music - $5 Bombs, Gummy Bear Shots 8301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive Cornelius, NC 28031 OUTDOOR DINING DAILY DRINK FEATURES DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS LARGE SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP AND BOTTLES 704•892•4433 Fri-Sun 11:00am-2:00am Mon-Thurs11:00am-12:00am DashboardsandSaddlebags.com 704-706-2365 25