Month: December 2023

Meet our Greystone Restaurant Manager, and our in-house Sommelier, Matthew Arnall. Matthew has been studying as a Sommelier for the past 10 years and has obtained his Certified Sommelier and Certified Specialist in Wine certifications. He specializes in classic wines from classic regions. He hails from Southern California where the world of wine is plentiful, and we’re grateful that he brings his vast knowledge and experience to our Lake Toxaway community.

“Our Greystone wine list highlights most all major wine regions around the world—Everywhere from within the EU (“Old World”), South Africa, North and South America, Australia, and New Zealand. I have hand selected the wine producers who were on the forefront of establishing each region and brought them to the fame that they are today. Each wine producer is rather world renowned, known and loved by many. There are hidden gems of wines here and there that are slightly off the beaten path or are personal fan favorites of mine.” — Matthew

Enjoy a glass or bottle of wine from one of the most extensive, well-rounded wine lists in western North Carolina when you dine or stay with us.

There’s nothing quite like a spa day during chillier months. It’s a great activity to pass away the dreary days, especially as spending time being pampered will boost your mood and decrease your level of stress. It’s a win-win! Our Spa Technician, Sara Hartless, sat down with us to give you all the information you need to know about the new Foot Soak that we offer, and how you can create your own spa-like experience at home.

What are three benefits of a foot soak?
Relieves stress, supports muscle/nerve function, and promotes restful sleep.

Who benefits from a foot soak?
Anyone and everyone! There are no contraindications for a magnesium foot soak.

Why do you put magnesium in the foot soak?
Magnesium helps regulate your nervous system, decreases inflammation, reduces anxiety and depression, and can help you sleep better! Essentially, magnesium battles the cortisol that is released in the body whenever we’re stressed, which means that maintaining healthy levels of magnesium helps us handle our lives better.

Why do you personally enjoy foot soaks?
They’re such a great way to begin to unwind and slow down. Either before bed or before a spa treatment, it’s a great segue from the chaos of the day to relaxation time.

How can someone enjoy a foot soak at home?
My recommendation to clients is to take a bath with our Greystone bath salts, and then apply Ancient Minerals Goodnight Lotion (which has melatonin!) to the feet, and put on your favorite socks. You’ll sleep like a baby!

Who’s planning to try out a foot soak this season? Whether at home or in our Spa, we know you’ll love the benefits!

Leave behind the city life and all of the nighttime light pollution that comes with it, and venture into the Blue Ridge Mountains this winter to catch the stunning array of stars in the night sky. There are more stars visible here than you could possibly imagine—It’ll take your breath away! One must-do on your stargazing trip is arrange a visit at PARI, an astronomical observatory in the Pisgah National Forest. In the above video, he Greystone team sat down with PARI’s Melanie Crowson to learn a little more about this wonderful local attraction.