If you are looking for the ease of an elegantly planned development that offers the amenities you value in particular, you’ve touched down at the right place. Here, you’ll find a myriad of wonderful Asheville-area communities offering a freeing combination of “at-your-service” color and design palettes along with “as-you-like-it” details. All of this adds up to creating a finished, beautiful, custom home while escaping most of the headaches that normally accompany building it on your own. Life is good!
The exclusive, newer custom developments in this section are organized into those that fall within Buncombe County, Henderson County, plus exceptional newer custom developments within approximately 90 minutes of Asheville’s borders.

BUNCOMBE COUNTY NEWER DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITIES
HENDERSON COUNTY NEWER DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITIES
OTHER NEWER CUSTOM DEVELOPMENTS IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA

 BUNCOMBE COUNTY

ASHLEY WOODS
Locale: Intersection of NC Hwy 55 and High House Road, between Asheville and Hendersonville
Community info: 138 homes, all completed. No ongoing construction.
A snapshot: The “Preservation Collection” features architectural styles from the early 20th century, but still accommodates open floor plans that invite a flood of natural light, hardwood flooring, elegant moldings, front porches, walk-in closets and high ceilings.
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BARTRAM’S WALK
Locale: Approx. 3 miles north of Asheville
Community info: 177-acre natural preserve
A snapshot: Meandering streams and foot-paths. Spectacular views of Blue Ridge Mountains and Beaverdam Valley.
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BILTMORE LAKE
Locale: Accessible from US Hwy 19/23 and Interstate 40, just 15 minutes southwest of downtown Asheville
Community info: 3 master-planned communities of custom homes. The centerpiece is the gorgeous 62-acre Biltmore Lake. It is set amid 1,300 acres of gentle 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, full 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-Go" concept makes luxury living easier than ever.
  

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BRIDGEWATER
Locale: 8 miles southeast of Asheville in Fairview
Community info: Gated, with homesites from 1 to 2.6+ acres in wooded, pastoral or creek-side settings
A snapshot: Preserved meadows, rolling hills and creek-side easements along with nature trails for residents to enjoy
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CIEL
Locale: Approx. 7 miles north of Asheville, NC
Community info: 117 acres, 25 homesites
A snapshot: Low density, eco-friendly community with breathtaking views of downtown Asheville, Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Open air pavilion, organic garden, and a network of private trails offering access to scenic views and picnic nooks.
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THE CLIFFS AT WALNUT COVE
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Locale: Approximately 10 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: A gated community with a master planned golf course. 1500+ acres. Lot sizes from 1 to1.5 acres.
A snapshot: Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, a Clubhouse Village and Wellness Center with swim and tennis facilities, 24-hour gated security, hundreds of acres set aside for private, natural parks within a managed trail system for hiking and biking with overlook and picnic areas
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THE CLIFFS AT HIGH CAROLINA (The first American Golf Course designed by Tiger Woods)
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Locale: A mountaintop meadow in the Blue Ridge Mountains, just 10 minutes east of Asheville
Community info: The first golf course in America designed by Tiger Woods with elevations reaching up to 4,000 feet
A snapshot: The Cliffs Communities feature eight Championship golf courses in all, plus amenities including marinas, clubhouses and restaurants, equestrian facilities, trail systems, wellness facilities, and much more. All Cliffs property owners and members have access to the various courses and amenities throughout the Cliffs plus a range of International Adventure Properties: the Island of Cornish Cay in the Bahamas, the marine preserves in British Columbia and the shoreline of Patagonia in Chile.

GRAND HIGHLANDS AT WATERFORD LAKES
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Locale: 12 miles SE of Asheville
Community info: 126.2 acres with approx. 65 units. Lot sizes, 1.2 acre average.
A snapshot: A gated community offering panoramic views with an equestrian setting. Amenities will include a gracious clubhouse, fitness center, tennis courts, preserved forest and fields and a stocked fishing pond.
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GROVE PARK COVE
Locale: 5 minutes from downtown Asheville
Community info: 17 homes in the historic, storybook community of prestigious Grove Park.
A snapshot: One of Asheville’s newest luxury home communities, homes range from 3500-5200 sq. ft.
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KING HEIGHTS
Locale: Arden, approx. 15 minutes SW of Asheville
Community info: 37 ¾ acre homesites
A snapshot: Architectural inspiration will come from the abundant and regal past history of the region, with a mixture of antebellum, arts & craft, shingle & shake design and Victorian Mountain design. The homes will blend with their surroundings and take advantage of the gently rolling landscape.
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THE MEADOWS AT VILLAGE PARK
Locale: Within minutes of Asheville
Community info: 38 single family homes and 24 townhomes within 32 acres of woodlands
A snapshot: Optional floorplans, beautifully designed neighborhood with landscape criteria
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MONARCH ESTATES
Locale: 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, in Cane Creek area of Fairview
Community info: 45 acres, gated community
A snapshot: The community offers 2 miles of walking trails, 10 acres of common area, creeks and ponds, beautiful overlooks, gardens and a playground.
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POPLAR RIDGE
Locale: South Asheville off Mill’s Creek Road
Community info: Gated community with elevations from 2500—3100 feet.
A snapshot: Over 5 acres of green space, hiking trails and parks
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  THE RAMBLE – BILTMORE FOREST
Locale: 15 minutes from downtown Asheville
Community info: Gated community adjacent to prestigious Biltmore Forest and the French Broad River
A snapshot: Closely patterned after the designs of architect Frederick Law Olmsted (the man behind New York’s Central Park) and principles found at Biltmore Forest. The Ramble will feature community gardens, parks and green spaces.
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  REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN
Locale: North Asheville
Community info: 500 acre master-planned mountain estate with jaw-dropping views of Asheville, Beaver Lake and beyond. Almost half of the development has been untouched, allowing the mountain’s beauty to thrive.
A snapshot: 3 neighborhoods—The Mountain, The Village and The Valley

• The Mountain – Over 3,000 feet in elevation, features custom homes, townhomes and villas
  
• The Valley – Condos and homes set in 170 acres featuring trails and an expansive park
  
• The Village – Theatres, shops, restaurants and businesses and 335 homes (lofts as well as larger homes)
  

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THE SETTINGS OF BLACK MOUNTAIN
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Locale: 4 miles SE of Black Mountain, 16 miles east of Asheville
Community info: Gated, 364 acres with elevations from 2500 to 3750 feet. 270 homesites ranging from ¼ acre to 16 acres.
A snapshot: 40% of property designated as permanent green space to institute wildlife management programs. Clubhouse, hiking trails and parks.
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SOUTHCLIFF
Locale: Fairview, NC, just minutes from downtown Asheville
Community info: Manned, gated community with homes and townhomes
A snapshot: 400 acres of unspoiled forest to house 10 neighborhoods. 175 acres reserved for green space. 200 single family homesites and 100 luxury townhomes.
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THE VILLAGE OF CHESHIRE
Locale: Black Mountain, 15 minutes from Asheville
Community info: Arts and crafts style townhomes, condos and homes
A snapshot: Cheshire Village has shops and restaurants. There’s a fitness center, tennis facilities, Frisbee golf course and open green space.
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THE THOMS ESTATE
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VERSANT
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WHISPER MOUNTAIN
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HENDERSON COUNTY
Located on the southern border of Buncombe County, most properties within the county are only fifteen minutes or less from downtown Hendersonville.

GRAND HIGHLANDS AT BEARWALLOW MOUNTAIN
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Locale: Between Asheville and Hendersonville on top of Bearwallow Mountain. Elevation, 4,000 feet.
Community info: 407 acres, approx. 249 units. Lots from 1.5 – 4 acres
A snapshot: A secluded mountain retreat paired with the superb amenities of the finest private clubs. Besides the clubhouse there will be tennis, stable and equestrian facilities, fitness center, entertainment pavilions, casting pond, and walking trails.
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HOMESTEAD AT MILLS RIVER
Locale: Located at both Buncombe and Henderson County Lines, between Asheville and Hendersonville adjacent to Pisgah National Forest
Community info: Gated community with 262 pristine acres here located between the north and south forks of Mills River
A snapshot: Long range views, mature wooded sites, spring fed streams and an abundance of wildlife abounds. Homesites from 1 to 3 acres. There’s a 10-acre amenity filled park with clubhouse, trout fishing, 2 lighted tennis courts, putting greens, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic areas and hiking trails.
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SEVEN FALLS GOLF AND RIVER CLUB
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Locale: Between Asheville and Hendersonville
Community info: North Carolina’s only golf and river club, featuring an Arnold Palmer Championship 18-hole Golf Course and Club House, and a river club and outfitter. A gated community of 1,600 acres with approximately 900 units of homes, villas and condos.
A snapshot: Master planned trail system connects a series of private parks in the community, passing Seven Falls’ 23 waterfalls, following the French Broad River and offering breathtaking 60 mile views from the ridgeline
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OTHER NEWER CUSTOM DEVELOPMENTS IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA

BALSAM MOUNTAIN PRESERVE
(Located in Jackson County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Balsam Mountain Preserve from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: Located in Jackson County, about 50 minutes west of Asheville
Community info: Gated community. 4400 acres of forest, with only 1400 acres to be used for 350 homesites
A snapshot: With its foremost commitment to land preservation, Balsam Mountain Preserve is a glorious retreat set deeply within the forests of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. An ultra low density community, it offers elevations climbing to over 5,400 feet, staggering views and dramatic mountain vistas abound. There’s an Arnold Palmer Signature 18-hole golf course, riding stables, sports camp, nature center and clubhouse.
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CHINQUAPIN
(Located in Jackson County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Chinquapin at my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
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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COLD MOUNTAIN
(Located in Haywood County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Cold Mountain from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: About 30 miles west of Asheville
Community info: Gated bridge entry with 24 hour security. 220 acres.
A snapshot:  Horseback riding, endless hiking trails, fly fishing, white water rafting, and many more recreation choices nearby, including golf. Cold Mountain's advantageous lifestyle includes an organic farm, Ridgetop Chapel, sunset knoll, River House, mountain pavilion and 100 acres of green space.
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CRESTON COMMUNITY
(Located in McDowell County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Creston Community at my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 17 miles south of Black Mountain. About 30 miles from Asheville, in Mc Dowell County.
Community info: Private, gated community encompassing 1110 acres 550 acres of which are preserved community space with hiking trails, waterfalls and creeks. Only 135 homesites (homesites have beautiful views in all directions.)
A snapshot: Shared ideals of conservation, responsibility and environmental sensitivity. Homesites are carefully arranged so that each provides privacy, seclusion and mountain views, leaving the surrounding natural habitat untouched.
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FRENCH BROAD CROSSING
(Located in Madison County. Click here for more comprehensive details on French Broad Crossing from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 27 miles north of Asheville and only 10 minutes from Weaverville
Community info: Gated community with 750 acres and approx. 154 units. Homesites from 1 to 5 acres.
A snapshot: Peaceful seclusion and nearly 2 miles of frontage on the French Broad River. The River Lodge and Fitness Center has 6,700 sq. ft. and is set on a high bluff overlooking the river. There’s also great fishing, whitewater rafting and trails.
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LONESOME VALLEY
(Located in Jackson County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Lonesome Valley from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 3 miles from Cashiers, 86 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: 800 acres, 215 units from 5 to 40 acres.
A snapshot: Steeped in the history of Southern Appalachian farms of generations past, it offers multiple opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure. The Sports Barn, looking old and authentic, will surprise you once you’re inside; offering indoor basketball and other sport court activities as well as youth centers.
You are invited to hike along ten miles of trails located within the valley, paddle along the glassy waters of Long Lake, or dig in 3,000 square foot vegetable and flower garden. Lonesome Valley also enjoys a rich history associated with trout tracing back to the Jennings’ original trout farm. For the fly fisherman there are trophy trout in our trout pond.
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MOUNTAIN AIR
(Located in Yancy County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Mountain Air from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: Set nearly one mile into the sky, 30 minutes north of Asheville
Community info: Gated, private, championship golf course and tennis community with its own private airstrip
A snapshot: Slickrock Village Green, the welcoming hearth of the community, offers fine dining as well as broad-reaching family recreation programs driven by an in-house naturalist and director of family recreation. The preserved, 100-acre Old Growth Forest is the perfect place to enjoy interactive/environmental educational programs. Community and friendship abounds!
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QUEENS GAP
(Located in Rutherford County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Queens Gap from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 45 miles SE of Asheville
Community info: 4000 acres, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
A snapshot: This exclusive private resort, nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains, sprawls across 4,000 acres of unspoiled forest and offers panoramic views that extend for 80 miles. Golf, horseback riding, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, tubing, shopping and dining just minutes from your front door.
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SANTEETLAH LAKESIDE
(Located in Graham County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Santeetlah Lakeside from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
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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1780 & OLD WILDLIFE CLUB
(Located in Rutherford County. Click here for more comprehensive details on 1870 & Old Wildlife Club from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
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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SUNALEI PRESERVE
(Located in Watauga County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Sunalei Preserve from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 14 miles from Boone, 115 miles NE of Asheville
Community info: Nearly 1,000 acres with 120 acres, 1 to 20 acres
A snapshot: Sunalei Preserve will grow as a mountain community within a preserve - not a preserve within a community. Approximately 132 of its nearly 1000 acres are a part of a permanently managed nature preserve insuring that the unique beauty of the highest mountain in Watauga County remains unharmed, pristine, and "forever wild."
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THE CLIFFS AT GLASSY
(Located just over the border in South Carolina. Click here for more comprehensive details on The Cliffs at Glassy from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 15 minutes SW of Hendersonville, 40 minutes SE of Asheville NC and 15 minutes from Greenville SC
Golf course info: Tom Jackson mountaintop golf course with bent grass from tees-to-greens, named by Golf Digest (1995) as "Fourth Most Scenic In The Nation” behind only Cypress Point, Pebble Beach and Augusta National
Community info: 3,500+ acres with approx. 1,000 home units. Lots from 1 to 1.5 acres.
A snapshot: Wellness complex, tennis facilities and expansive clubhouse at an breathtaking-view elevation of approx. 3200 feet. The Cliffs at Glassy is one of the Southeast’s most prestigious mountain-top addresses.
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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 from 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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THE CLIFFS AT MOUNTAIN PARK
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Locale: 45 miles south of Asheville, 19 miles north of Greenville
Golf course info: Gary Player Signature Golf Course. Home to Gary Player and Black Knight North American Headquarters.
Community info: 5,000 acres with 350 units from 1 to 1.5 acres
A snapshot: Encircled by thousands of acres of protected forests, Mountain Park is defined by the nostalgic atmosphere of outdoor trails, botanical gardens and a small town village. Arboretums and elegant neighborhoods are reminders of a time gone by. A full 20% of the property (1,000 acres) will be set aside for parks, trails, and green spaces.
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THE CLIFFS VALLEY
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Locale: 43 miles south of Asheville, 23 miles north of Greenville. SC
Golf course info: Ben Wright-designed course—home course of the BMW Charity Pro-Am
Community info: 3,000 acres with 900 units from 1 to 1.5 acres
A snapshot: It is the center of outdoor activities, from Corbin Mountain’s sweeping views to extensive hiking trails, the private 300-acre Panther Mountain Park, a 15,000-square-foot Wellness Complex, Nature Center and Outdoor Wellness Coordinator. The focus at The Valley goes far beyond living well and has at its heart the goal of being well.
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THE COVE AT FLAT GAP
(Located in Jackson County. Click here for more comprehensive details on The Cove at Flat Gap from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 54 miles SW of Asheville
Community info: 154 acres with homesites from ½ to 5 acres
A snapshot: A gated community nestled in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, bordering U.S. Forest Service Flat Gap, so the spectacular views go on in all directions. Hiking trails and great trout fishing.
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THE HEADWATERS AT BANNER ELK
(Located in Avery County. Click here for more comprehensive details on The Headwaters at Banner Elk from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
Locale: 75 miles NE of Asheville
Community info: New gated community, 880 acres
A snapshot: Home-sites range from 1.2 to 4+ acres. Most feature south facing, long range views, others overlook the lakes while others adjoin streams or waterfalls. Planned amenities include a clubhouse, tennis courts, amphitheater and swimming pool, all situated on one of the highest points of the property.
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THE PRESERVE AT LITTLE PINE
Located in Madison County. Click here for more comprehensive details on The Preserve at Little Pine at my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.
Locale: 30 miles NE of Asheville
Community info: 150 homesites on 1,800 acres. Homesites from 1 to 3 acres (some offering over 60 mile views, and due to conservation easements, you may own a 2 acre site surrounded by 3 to 5 acres of conservation.)
A snapshot: You're guaranteed this land will never be developed because it's held in an eternal land trust. Without the expense of owning the common trust land, you and a few neighbors have complete use of it for hiking, horseback riding and enjoying the great outdoors.
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THE PEAKS AT WOLF RIDGE
(Located in Mitchell County)
Locale: 30 miles north of Asheville, NC
Community info: A gated community of 41 acres, some mountaintop homesites are 1 mile high in elevation
A snapshot: Onsite airport, easy access to Wolf Ridge Ski Resort as well as Alpine Ski Village. Exclusive gated community offering resort living with 1st class amenities.
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TRILLIUM
(Located in Jackson County. Click here for more comprehensive details on Trillium from my other website, CarolinaLuxuryMountainProperties.com.)
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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