Antique Tobacco Barn
75 Swannanoa River Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
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PRICE RANGE
Standard Store
STORE SIZE
Store Overview
Antique Tobacco Barn is a vast 77,000 sq ft multi-vendor antique mall in Asheville, NC, featuring over 75 dealers offering an eclectic mix of antique furniture, mid-century modern pieces, vintage collectibles, architectural remnants, and home decor. Voted Best Place to Buy Antiques in Western North Carolina, this warehouse-scale destination offers something for every budget and taste. Customers consistently praise the enormous selection, variety, and unique finds, with many spending 3-4 hours or more browsing. The store features an on-site espresso bar and welcomes dogs. Recently reopened after Hurricane Helene damage.
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$$
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
TYPICAL VISIT
Half-Day Destination
What Makes This Store Special
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
8/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Vast selection and variety across multiple categories
72%
Ability to find unique, one-of-a-kind items
76%
Friendly and helpful staff
82%
Reasonable prices (pre-hurricane perception)
86%
What Customers Love
Huge selection and variety of antiques and collectibles
Eclectic, unique finds and treasures
Welcoming staff and customer service
Worth spending hours browsing
Something for everyone regardless of budget
Areas for Improvement
Very expensive/overpriced items, especially post-reopening
No air conditioning - can be uncomfortably hot and humid
Parking issues and safety concerns on Swannanoa Road
Post-hurricane concerns about reproduction/fake antiques and AI-generated art
Overall Customer Sentiment
Overwhelmingly positive with nostalgia and appreciation for reopening after Hurricane Helene. Customers express joy and excitement about the space, though some long-time locals express disappointment about commercialization and price increases post-reopening.
Contact Information
Store Hours
Checking hours...
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM