Maggie Valley, situated in North Carolina's stunning Smoky Mountains, is known for its unrivaled location and friendly, small town character. This town is one of the most relaxing places I've ever been. I enjoy driving down the mountain in the morning and heading down main street to visit the shops. There are many shops and local stores some that sell fresh made fudge and others that sale Maggie Valley gifts you can give to your friends. If you turn right from our home you will come up to Old Grey Mare, a local shop that has the best boiled peanuts ever! They also have fresh produce and gifts for the family. Travel down that road a ways more and you will be in Cherokee where you can either buy a fishing license and try your luck at some trout fishing or test your luck at Harrah's casino. They also have a kids play room in there so mom and dad can get some free time. Joey's Pancake house has a line of people out the door every time I drive by in the morning it seems. It's worth a visit even though you may have to wait a little bit.