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Fall mountain adventures: Apple picking in Hendersonville, NC

11/12/2013

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Fall mountain adventures: Apple picking in Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
There's nothing like a fall weekend in the mountains. Last October, we rented a house in Montreat, NC, with two of my sisters and their families. This year, we stayed at the new, woodsy, mountainside home of my Asheville sister. One highlight of the weekend—besides my brother-in-law's amazing Indian cooking—was apple picking. We chose Stepp's Hillside Orchard in Hendersonville, NC, because it sounded low-key and offered a mountain view. And it delivered. (As did the apple cider donuts we picked up at a farm stand down the road.)

The clouds hung low and rain pounded the windshield as we drove to the orchard. But while we unloaded the car, the rain stopped, the clouds began to disperse and the mountains emerged. In an instant, it became a perfect fall day—damp and cool and filled with vibrant colors.
Red apple against green foliage. By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
The girls were in heaven racing through the rows of trees to find different types of apples. They'd each pick an apple, take one bite and throw it in the basket. You've got to test the goods before buying, right?
Toddler picking green apples. Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Girl and grapevines. By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Red apples in a green orchard. Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Toddler in purple showing her green apple. Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Toddler apple picking. By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Toddler pulling wagon at apple orchard. Hendersonville, NC (Stepp's Hillside Orchard. By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Red apples against green moss. Hendersonville, NC (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Toddler eating apple. Hendersonville, NC (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Did I mention the orchard grows grapes, too? They were quite popular with the littles.
Green and purple grapes on the vine. Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
Toddler amongst the grapevines. Hendersonville, NC. (Stepp's Hillside Orchard) By Calm Cradle Photo & Design
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1/18/2024 10:12:12 pm

Ah, fall weekends in the mountains are the best, right? I can totally relate to the vibe in Montreat, NC. Last year, my fam and I rented a house there, too. Good times! This year, we hit up Stepp's Hillside Orchard in Hendersonville for apple picking – super chill spot with killer mountain views. And oh boy, those apple cider donuts from the farm stand? Absolute must-try! Nothing beats the combo of good company, tasty food, and mountain magic. 🍁🏞️

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