Sassafras on Sutton
One beautiful historic building nestled in a magical mountain town includes two floors brimming with:
- Books
- Games
- Puzzles
- Toys
- Gifts
- Housegoods
We also have a full espresso cafe so you can linger and relax. Come shop, visit, sit a spell. We can’t wait to see you!
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Latest Reviews on Google
EXCELLENT
Based on 180 reviews
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Mike R07/09/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great store and really good coffee!Posted on Google![]()
Donna Lazarus04/07/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Love this book store & gift shop. They have a coffee shop in the back. They have comfy chairs to relax in while you read, rest, or wait on other shoppers in your party.Posted on Google![]()
RaeLeigh Burneisen20/06/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I love the basement book store and coffee bar!! Sit and read a book on comfy couches while you enjoy a drink or shop the endless merchandise. Friendly staff Huge toy store on the topPosted on Google![]()
Raging Enby13/06/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This place so so cute and everyone is so nice. I ordered a Chai Latte and the barista said “I’m going to give you light ice so you can get all the chai you paid for, but after you sip on it let me know if you want more.” I wasn’t even planning on buying any books but I did purely because of how nice the staff were. I’ve been here 3 years in a row when I’ve gone to Montreat and it’s been a delight every time.Posted on Google![]()
Carrie Fancett Pagels31/05/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Loved this bookstore! Especially glad to see Christian fiction in the store. The kids' floor was absolutely amazing!! I found some great things at this beautiful store! Highly recommend!Posted on Google![]()
Eva J. Richardson30/05/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Beautiful place. Loved the assortment of books and literary-themed candles. The coffee bar was a fun, delicious surprise (highly reccommend the vanilla lavender latte) and the staff were all very kind and fun to be around. They had free samples of vegan and gluten-free peanut butter cookies, which was very exciting for me because I have a dairy allergy and hardly ever get to have baked goods at places. They have a few chairs and I would love to come back sometime and spend a few hours just hanging out in the store. I bought a cute pair of earrings that are The Hobbit book covers and they are so fun.Posted on Google![]()
C R22/05/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
What a gem. The bookstore downstairs is the icing on the cake here. It’s like being in the back corner basement of a library, amongst hundreds of books waiting to be read, with a real coffee bar hidden back between a velvety layout of bookshelves…also, the barista is a sweetheart.Posted on Google![]()
Allyson Fronk27/01/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I could have stayed in this store all day! Such unique book related gifts and accessories. I got a literary places puzzle and some stickers. I hope to come back again someday!Posted on Google![]()
Brooke W14/01/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Went there for the first time yesterday and it was amazing! Best book store I’ve ever been in! The vibe was chill and relaxed. The coffee was good not my favorite but it was still good. I ended up buying 7 books and I’ll be back soon for more! Love this place!! 12/10Posted on Google![]()
A Snow02/12/2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Love this bookstore/coffee shop/gift shop! They have so much in their cute little shop. Great place to shop for cute unique gifts. The coffee was great as well
Latest News and Updates
Happy #newreleasetuesday (more like Wednesday)!! We’ve got some really exciting new books this week, and somehow two of them are about pirates! Come see us today! 🍂📖🍄🌿
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Happy September! This #newreleasetuesday has a bunch of books that we’ve been really excited for! We can’t wait to share them with you!
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Happy #newreleasetuesday 📚 We’ve got new releases in horror, fantasy, fiction, memoirs, and middle grade! Come check them out!
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Happy August! We’re so excited for today’s #newreleasetuesday ! You’ll want to check these books out before they’re gone! We know some of them are coming home with us today! 🤭💌🍓
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Sassafras is looking to add another part-time employee to our Black Mountain team! Ideal candidate has retail experience, loves people, and loves to read! Barista experience is a plus, but not required! Apply online at sassafraspost.com/work-with-us/ ... See MoreSee Less
It’s the last #newreleasetuesday on July! Time sure does fly when you’ve got your nose in a book…good thing you can keep it up this week with more wonderful new releases! Come see us! ☀️🌿💌
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