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 Posted on Mike R07/09/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great store and really good coffee!Posted on 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 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 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 âIâm 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.â I wasnât even planning on buying any books but I did purely because of how nice the staff were. Iâve been here 3 years in a row when Iâve gone to Montreat and itâs been a delight every time.Posted on 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 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 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. Itâs 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 bookshelvesâŚalso, the barista is a sweetheart.Posted on 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 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 Iâve 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 Iâll be back soon for more! Love this place!! 12/10Posted on 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
Join us this Saturday, November 8th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in welcoming local author Bobbie Pyron!
Bobbie Pyron is the author of seven childrenâs and middle grade books! Her love of reading and animals has shaped her workâtelling stories that help us make sense of the world, open our hearts, and make us feel less alone!
Her most recent book âOctopus Moonâ is a deeply moving and important middle grade novel. Telling the story of Pearl who is struggling with depression and anxiety when she starts fifth grade. The story is tender and kind, showing a young girl learning to take care of herself!
We canât for you to join us and meet author Bobbie Pyron! Come hear about her wonderful stories for kids and grownups alike!
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Some great new reads for you on this lovely #NewTitleTuesday đ
Come see us!
#indiebookstore #ShopSmall #shopindependent #books #bookstagram #828isgreat #avl
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Come join us for a special Halloween event! On Saturday, October 25th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM we will have two childrenâs authors hosting a story time!
First up is Constance Lombardo with âItty Bitty Betty Blob,â a story about an adorable monster and the message that you donât have to be like everyone elseâbeing you is pretty awesome!
Then at 12:00 author Christine Page and Illustrator Dana Irwin with âAll Hallowsâ Eve!â A story about Asheville kids who venture into Riverside Cemetery on Halloween Night and meet some well-known Ashevillians! Have fun and learn some history on the way!
We hope youâll join us for this special (and spooky!) event! All ages are welcome! Canât wait to see you all there!
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Tuesdays are the best days, because weâve always got some new books to share with you! #newtitletuesday
This week includes 2 (!!) different autographed books, some profound nonfiction, a sweet Christmas romance, fun kidâs books, and the new âDiary of a Wimpy Kid!â
Come see us!
#indie #indiebookshop #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopindependent #avl #828isgreat #wnc #bookstagram
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When you get a box of seagull Jellycats (and you know we have a clownfish Warmie) thereâs only one reasonable thing you can do!
Hope yâall enjoy this as much as we did making it đ
#toystore #indietoystore #jellycat #stuffedanimals #cute #warmies #avl #828isgreat #disney #shopsmall #shoplocal #shopindependent
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A local artist just dropped these off a new design and a restock of these stickers and magnets! The proceeds from each item go to recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. Weâre honored to share these really special products with you! đđď¸ ... See MoreSee Less

