By Heather Kenna, Topsail Island Vacation Specialist

Our reservations team took a step into yesteryear this morning. Although the temperatures were cold the welcome was warm at Poplar Grove Plantation, just south of Topsail on Hwy 17. We went today because of the great farmer’s market that is held there every Wednesday April-December. The local growers and artisans had so much to offer. Some of us came away with homemade goats milk hand lotion, local grown fruits and vegetables, and even some roasted peanuts.

After seeing what the locals had to offer we took a step back in time with a guided tour of the Manor House, built in the 1800’s. Our guide was a very knowledgeable and friendly woman dressed in period garb. She told us of the 6 generations of Foy’s that had lived and grown in this magnificent house. This was a fascinating look into the way of life here in the Topsail area long ago. I would recommend everyone take the time to experience this enchanting place.

(Manager's Note: Our Vacation Specialist of the month, Heather Kenna, picked the Farmer's Market and Popular Grove Tour for the monthly field trip for the reservations team to research and become knowledgable on for our guest services. Great Job Heather!)