Tucked away in Northeastern Central Davie County lies Advance, North Carolina. If you want to be a homeowner, this unincorporated community might be for you. An astonishing 93% of residences are owned here. So, the familiar faces you see will likely be here for a while. There are good reasons for it too. Niche.com lists Advance as the #5 out of 184 best suburbs to buy a house in N.C. and the #10 best places to buy a house in North Carolina out of 517.  What brings people here looking to establish roots? It’s the highly rated schools, pleasant climate, and closeness to the mountains.

In 1952, the Fire Department was formed due to a major fire that destroyed one home and threatened others. The beat-up truck they would use was placed in front of the G.A. Potts store to raise money for the department. From there, a peanut was auctioned off many times, and at the end of the auction, including donations, they raised about $700. The department was given a 99-year lease for a grand total of one dollar.

Ranked as Advance’s #1 spot for Food and Drink experience is the Yadkin Valley Wine Tours. How good is the wine region here? Some have compared it to Italy’s Piedmont and France’s Burgundy regions. Most tours are private, but some public tours are available. Custom tours last about 7 hours, and you’ll experience some of the most scenic vineyards and sample the finest wines. Regardless of your wine knowledge, you are sure to learn a thing or two.

Advance is certainly located in horse country, and at the Yadkin Valley Hounds Pony Club, you can learn and compete in disciplines of horse riding such as dressage, show jumping, tetrathlon, and western trail. The club is part of the United States Pony Club, and certifications are available in Horse Management. Whether a beginner or an expert rider, the Pony Club has something for you. There are also volunteer opportunities available.

If you prefer four wheels to four legs, stop by Skateland USA. Get your roll on during one of the free skate times or come by for lessons and become a pro. Learn the basics like balancing, stopping, cornering, roller skating safety, and more. For the more daring, try the intermediate speed skating course. Skateland is great for birthday parties, summer camps, and corporate outings.

Burning those calories at the rink can leave you hungry. There is no better spot than Little Richard’s Smokehouse & Barbeque. For over 30 years, Nick Karagiorgis and Gary Sizemore have been cooking up their pork shoulder the right way, low and slow. Try the fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs or a heaping serving of Texas brisket. With nine sauces to choose from, the taste combinations are endless. Make sure to try their signature Lexington “dip” sauce.

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