Robert Guy House (c. 1895)

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Currently Banner Elk Olive Oil & Balsamics, this house across the street was built in 1895 by Robert Guy who also operated a lumber mill which ran off a steam engine on the property (Image 2). He sounded the engine at noon each day as a signal to the community that it was time for a lunch – or dinner! – break. Mr. Guy served a term as mayor of Banner Elk and his wife Crathie Shell Guy was a well-known artist. Her works remain in the hands of a number of private and institutional collectors. The property was acquired by Mark Minor in 2016 who confirmed the belief that the house was original a log home: during current renovations, they were using a stud finder and were unable to locate any studs – solid wood everywhere! Now the Guy house is headquarters for another business--Banner Elk Olive Oil and Balsamics. Continue on the sidewalk passing the Post Office on your left and stop near the top of the hill before you cross the next street. The charming blue Dugger home will be on your left, but it is a private residence, so please stay on the sidewalk.