CK Swan Antiques Corner of Highway 64 East and Pine Street, 828-526-2083, A unique collection of 18th to 21st century decorative furnishings, eccentricities, and accessories are available at this wonderful antique store that also carries an array of contemporary original arts and crafts by regional & national artists. more...

Hanover House Antiques 212 North Fourth Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-4425, Located in a charming, historic 1885 Victorian house, this store directly imports beautiful English and French antiques plus offers a wide range of accessories. 

Mirror Lake Antiques 215 South Fourth Street, Highlands, NC 28741, Located on the Hill, 828-526-2080, A true antique shop that includes items such as estate jewelry, pottery, art and cut glass, and fine porcelains. Sterling silver pattern matching is also available. 

Stone Lantern 309 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-2769, An extensive collection of beautiful antiques, fine jewelry, bronzes, contemporary Oriental art, porcelains, and garden accessories is available at this unique store that also offers Ikebana classes and supplies. 

Ann Jacob Gallery 138 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-5550, "One of the first contemporary galleries in the Southeast," this fine art gallery carries a wide selection of fine regional and decorative art by regional, national, and international artists. more... 

Thomas Kinkade at Highlands 369 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 800-451-1397, An exceptional selection of limited edition prints and collectibles, including many sold-out images, by Thomas Kinkade, one of the most published artists in America, is available at this fine art gallery. more... 

Cyrano's Bookshop 390 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-5488, Cyrano's Bookshop is a 700 square foot independent store for "the mind, body, and soul." Their small, intimate collection has something for every age in categories such as history, science, fiction, religion, mystery, humor, and poetry.

Acorns 465 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, Next to Old Edward Inn & Spa, 828-787-1877, Acorns offers a full line of Lilly Pulitzer women, children's, and men's clothing and accessories.  more... 

Creative Concepts & Creative Body Works 459 Laurel Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-3939, A combination full service salon and uniquely personal day spa that offers numerous services including complete hair and nail services, European facials and body treatments, therapeutic Swedish massages, waxing, reflexology, and products by Sothy's, one of the oldest and most renowned skin and body care companies in the world. 

Highlands Emporium 223 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-1660, The only "mini" department store in Highlands, this unique store carries a wide range of merchandise including luggage, textiles, linens, kitchen decor, rugs, aromatherapy, Highlands apparel, and much more. The Emporium also features the largest and most complete humidor in Highlands. more... 

Southern Hands 1 Wright Square, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-4807, Specializing in handcrafted decorative accessories and distinctive gifts, this lovely store offers an array of unique items such as folk art, toys, kitchen accessories, pottery, art glass, and gourmet foods.

Call of the Wild Fifth and Main Streets, Next to Wolfgang's, 828-526-4624, Filled with Highlands rustic charm, this nature oriented gift store offers a wide range of items such as wood carved furniture, collectible bears, stained glass lamps, wind chimes, and much more.

Mountain Fresh Fine Foods 521 East Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-2357, Not your typical grocery store, Mountain Fresh Fine Foods carries a fantastic selection of gourmet foods including meat, fish, baked goods, and condiments.

Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery Main Street at Oak Square, 828-526-5759, 800-989-0557, The premier rug gallery in the Southeast, this rug gallery offers over 4,000 antique and contemporary rugs, as well as services such as appraisals, restorations, and hand cleaning services. more...

Summer House & Tiger Mountain Woodworks, The 2089 Dillard Road, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-5577, A complete home furnishings and accessories complex that features an entire design showroom, a kitchen shop, a furniture showroom, and an art gallery. Custom furniture made on the property by talented craftsmen is also available. more... 

Highland Hiker 601 East Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-5298, Located in a 1929 Joe Webb log cabin, this outdoor specialty store carries fly fishing, hiking camping, and backpacking equipment, as well as canoes and outdoor clothing and footwear. Another Highlands location at 28 Church Street also features an indoor climbing wall. more... 

Christmas Tree, The On The Hill, 828-526-3687, 800-523-6558, A Highlands tradition since 1975, this full service, year round Christmas specialty shop is one of the original Department 56 "Gold Key Dealers" and offers a wide range of unique, high quality merchandise, ornaments, and treasures. more...

Highlands Wine and Cheese Shop The Falls on East Main Street, 828-526-5210, The only wine and cheese shop in Highlands, this specialty store carries one of the finest collections of wines on the East Coast plus offers a great selection of fine English, Italian, and American cheeses. They also carry wine accessories and gift items.