Having grown up on a lake in Texas, I know that there’s nothing like getting out onto the water with family and friends to create a relaxed and memorable day.

North Carolina has an abundance of beautiful lakes to enjoy, whether for their spectacular scenery or the wonderful variety of recreation they offer. Below you’ll find some of her most inviting lakefront and near-lakefront properties in the Asheville area, as well as other gorgeous lake communities within approximately 90 minutes of Asheville’s borders.

BILTMORE LAKE
Locale: Accessible from US Hwy 19/23 and I 40, just 15 minutes SW of downtown Asheville
Community info: Gated. 3 master-planned communities of custom homes. The centerpiece is the gorgeous 62-acre Biltmore Lake. It is set amid 1,300 acres of gently rolling hills offering breathtaking mountain views.
A snapshot:

• Lake Village is planned for residential homes around the 62-acre lake, complete with neighborhood schools, camping grounds, swimming beach, recreational summer programs for children and teens, and multiuse playgrounds.
• Scott Ridge is directly adjacent to the lake and rising approximately 1,000 feet from the lake to the ridge line at elevation 3,025 feet. This Gated Estate neighborhood is 322 acres of secluded natural beauty offering views of the lake, Pisgah National Forest, downtown Asheville and the Biltmore Estate.
• Cedar Rock sets still a higher standard of living in the Mountains just outside of Asheville. It offers an upscale, ultra-convenient lifestyle with award-winning model Townhomes. This maintenance-free "Lock-and-Leave" concept makes luxury living easier than ever.

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CHINQUAPIN
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Locale: 4 miles from Cashiers, approx. 75 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: 2,000 acres with only 200 units. Lots from 2 to 9 acres. Nestled contentedly in a rolling expanse of the luxurious Cashiers area of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chinquapin’s vision is to become the most desirable, financially sustainable, amenitized community in the Cashiers/Highlands area.
A snapshot:  Enjoy horseback riding, hiking, biking and golf.   Located just 10 miles away, Chinquapin's sister property, Trillium, has met or exceeded all promises of amenities made to home owners, offering more amenities than any other club in Cashiers. Tennis, clubhouse dining, a 5,400 sq ft fitness center and an 18-hole championship golf course are yours to enjoy, too, at the Trillium Links & Lake Club, which has shared amenities with Chinquapin. (See Trillium below.)
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THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE COMMUNITIES
(Located just across the NC border into South Carolina. Click here for more comprehensive details on The Cliffs at Keowee at my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
OVERVIEW
Along the shores of Lake Keowee, one of the country’s most pristine lakes, with the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains etching the horizon, stand three remarkable Cliffs mountain-lake settings. The Falls, The Springs and The Vineyards share a remarkable array of amenities, including a Lodge and Spa, full-service marinas, an inter-community water taxi, state-of-the-art Wellness Facilities, and extensive Equestrian Center.

• THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE FALLS
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  Locale: 79 miles SW of Asheville, 42 miles west of Greenville, SC
  Golf course info: Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
  Community info: 2500 acres with approx. 570 units from 1 to 1.5 acres
  A snapshot: A grand clubhouse will break ground this year. Miles of walking trails, private parks, picnic areas and marina facilities will allow you to enjoy the outdoors to the fullest. In addition to accessing the 18,500-acre Lake Keowee, membership includes convenient passage to the coveted Lake Jocassee, a 7,500-acre natural treasure.
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• THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE SPRINGS
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  Locale: 89 miles SW of Asheville, 34 miles west of Greenville
  Golf course info: Tom Fazio championship golf course
  Community info: 1,500+ acres with approx. 320 units from 1 to 1.5 acres
  A snapshot: Anchoring The Cliffs at Keowee Springs’ first-class amenities will be The Keowee Springs Lodge and Spa, the country’s First, Luxury Family Wellness Resort, a luxurious lodge and spa, wellness and medical facilities, 40-acre family campground and children’s activity area, beach club, and extensive walking paths and trail systems
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• THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE VINEYARDS
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  Locale: 64 miles SW of Asheville, 39 miles west of Greenville, SC
  Golf course info: Tom Fazio championship golf course
  Community info: 2,400 acres with 640 units from 1 to 1.5 acres
  A snapshot: Surrounded by two of the most pristine lakes in the Carolinas, Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee. Boaters enjoy a full-service marina providing convenient access to both. An incredible 20,000-square-foot Clubhouse, setting atop the 18th green, opened in April 2006.
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LAKE ADGER
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LAKE JUNALUSKA
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LAKE LURE
Locale: SE of Asheville, about 40 minutes away.
Community info: 720 acre lake with 20 miles of shoreline to enjoy
A snapshot: The delightful community has 1,000 permanent residents, but tourist season brings as many as 10,000 visitors each year. Motor boats allowed and skiing allowed by day, but the lake becomes quiet by law at night.
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SANTEETLAH LAKESIDE
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Locale: 89 miles east of Asheville
Community info: Exclusive 10-acre lakeside boutique village community, limited to 32 minimal-impact custom homesites
A snapshot:  Its backyard is a 3000-acre lake nestled among majestic mountains, surrounded by untouched wilderness, lying within the 550,000 protected acres of the Nantahala National Forest. Lake Santeetlah is committed to honoring and preserving the singular features of the land on which it is built.
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LAKE TOXAWAY
Locale: Minutes from Highlands, Cashiers and Brevard. Approx. 75 miles SW of Asheville.
Community info: Lake Toxaway is the state’s largest private lake with golf and fishing, a country club, and plenty of hiking.
A snapshot: There are homes as well as homesites available on the lake, golf course or mountain with breathtaking views
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1780 & OLD WILDLIFE CLUB
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Locale:  44 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: 2,275 acres, with homesites ranging from 1 to 22 acres
A snapshot: Set in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, these two communities offer striking views of the protected lands of the sprawling Lake James State Park and Blue Ridge Mountains. All owners in 1780 and Old Wildlife Club communities are members of Camp Lake James.
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TRILLIUM
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Locale: In the village of Cashiers, 12 miles from Highlands, 76 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: 750 acres, 400 units from 1 to 3 acres. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Trillium offers your family a stunning blend of mountain, lake and golf course living.
A snapshot: With 26 miles of shoreline, Trillium sits high atop the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking the calm waters of Lake Glenville, the highest lake east of the Mississippi. Trillium Land Company, one of the strongest developers in the area, has met or exceeded all promises of amenities made to home owners, offering more amenities than any other club in Cashiers. Tennis, clubhouse dining, a 5,400 sq ft fitness center and an 18-hole championship golf course are yours to enjoy, too, at the Trillium Links & Lake Club, which has shared amenities with Chinquapin. (See Chinquapin above.)
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VISTA AT BILL’S MOUNTAIN
Locale: Surrounding Lake Lure, which lies SW of Asheville within about a 40 minute drive
Community info: 730 acres. Residents have access to two golf courses and Lake Lure beachfront.
A snapshot: A clubhouse, hiking trails, exercise spa, pool and tennis courts, all set in absolutely gorgeous surroundings
Prices from: Townhomes for year-round or weekend retreats from $595K. Homesites from 1 to 6 acres with prices from $90K to $650K.
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