In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Rutherford County, including our cherished Chimney Rock and Lake Lure communities, has experienced significant challenges. The storm brought widespread damage, affecting homes, businesses, and our natural landscapes. 

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Ellenboro, North Carolina

Possibly the quaintest of all Rutherford County’s small towns, Ellenboro is home to less than 1,000 residents and favors landscapes over luxuries. Enjoy down-home Southern cooking at Randall’s Ellenboro Restaurant (serving three meals a day) before stopping by the Ellenboro Train Depot, a unique museum of not only trains but trinkets and nostalgic items from decades past — it’s just like stepping back in time. Drink in the quiet tranquility of country life!