Karen & John's guidebook
Sightseeing
Well cared for, good size, diversity and very relaxing.
33 locals recommend
Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
3245 Lindbergh PlWell cared for, good size, diversity and very relaxing.
City/town information
Southern Pines
Nice walking village with shops and restaurants
The city is a good size; plenty of museums and gardens like Duke Lemur Center and Sarah Duke Gardens; Like any city check the areas to avoid before you go.
86 locals recommend
Raleigh
The city is a good size; plenty of museums and gardens like Duke Lemur Center and Sarah Duke Gardens; Like any city check the areas to avoid before you go.
Food scene
Close to route in Vass. I get Chicken Milano every time and John gets Tour of Italy.
8 locals recommend
Valenti's Italian Restaurant
3781 US-1 BUSClose to route in Vass. I get Chicken Milano every time and John gets Tour of Italy.
Southern Pines Golf Club
290 Country Club CirPinehurst Resort
80 Carolina Vista DrPinehurst Golf Course
Ironwood Cafe
2176 Midland Rdoutdoor dining
Few outside tables on fairly quiet street in lovely town
39 locals recommend
Chapman's Food and Spirits
157 E New Hampshire AveFew outside tables on fairly quiet street in lovely town
Golf courses
Southern Pines Golf Club
290 Country Club CirDonald Ross course, updated, minimal houses
Nightlife
715 Bar & Grill
715 Bar & Grill