Built in 1870, The Martin House is one of the
oldest buildings in Blowing Rock. Once a boarding
house, the twelve shops at the main Martin House
and the adjacent courtyard now provide a great
shopping experience for the whole family. Relax
on courtyard ... enjoy refreshments and the village
feeling. If you haven't been to The Martin House,
you haven't been to Blowing Rock! Located in the
center of town, next to the park on Main Street.

Some of Blowing Rock's most dazzling and
distinctive upscale shopping begins at the
southern most end of Main Street (across from
Glidewell's). In this quaint Victorian setting nestled
among beautifully landscaped gardens and stone
statuary are unique specialty stores offering ladies
and children's apparel, kitchen, china and serving
accessories, garden, painted furniture, Folk and
American arts and crafts, sports merchandise,
jewelry and more. Stores are open all year with
most open 7 days a week.

Shop for bargains among nationally known brands
like Calvin Klein, Coach, Hanes Brands, and J
Crew. Over 30 factory outlets await you! Strollers,
wheelchairs and gift cards are available. Pat's
Almost World Famous Cheeseburgers Grille is
available to satisfy your food cravings. Coupon
books and AAA discounts available at center office
Regular hours are 10am-9pm Monday thru
Saturday and 11-6 on Sundays. Winter hours are
10am-7pm Monday thru Saturday, and 11am-6pm
on Sundays. Call center for details.