Nestled among the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, Bright’s Creek is an exclusive 5,000-acre property featuring exquisite homesites that offer breathtaking views of Tom Fazio’s world-class designed golf course and mountain ranges.
Recognized as one of “Ten Courses to Watch” internationally by Golf Magazine, Bright’s Creek is a host course for the upcoming 2008 BMW Charity Pro-Am Tournament.
Offering luxury living within a mountain lifestyle, Bright’s Creek boasts an award-winning Equestrian Center and Members’ Lodge. Plans for two additional Fazio Championship courses, a swim and tennis center, clubhouse and fitness center, extensive hiking trails and Rod & Gun Club located on the Green River are in the development phase. Homesites, ranging from one half acre to five acres, are situated on ridgelines, along creeks and within hardwood forests, start at $175,000, and custom homes start in the $900,000’s.
Acreage: 5,000 acres (2,000 hectares)
Gatehouse: 24-hour guarded Greeter’s Cottage.
Golf: Golf great Tom Fazio designed the 19-hole course with two more courses planned. Upon completion, Bright’s Creek will be the only community in the world with 3 Fazio-designed courses.
Clubhouse: Full service golf and tennis clubhouses with pro shops and grills.
Equestrian: Center offers full boarding, lessons, and training.
Fitness: The planned Fitness Center will overlook the 19th Hog Hole on the golf course. Features will include Nautilus strength-training equipment, Star Trac cardio machines, staffed trainers, massage therapy, locker rooms, steam rooms and saunas.
Concierge: On site services help residents make accommodations such as grocery errands, restaurant reservations, travel arrangements, event tickets, and more.
Recreation: This land offers much to enjoy such as fishing, hiking, and kayaking. The property is full of beautiful landscapes and waterfalls. Nearby Lake Adger and Lake Lure provide additional boating, waterskiing, and fishing opportunities.
River: The Green River runs adjacent to the property. This section is the lower, calmer stretch with many indigenous flowers and plants, excellent fishing, and ideal waters for canoeing and kayaking. The upper Green River is widely known for is Class IV-V rapids and expert kayaking.
Fishing and Shooting Club: The future club will have cabins along the Green River for members and guests to fly-fish for mountain trout or engage in the 12 shooting stations.
Swim & Tennis: The planned facility will feature resort-style pool with stone decking, five tennis courts (two hard surface courts), and a clubhouse with locker rooms, pro shop, and snack bar.
Members' Lodge & Villas: Luxurious guest accommodations will be located next to the clubhouse with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the 19th hole, otherwise known as the Hog Hole.
Utilities: A unique “fiber-to-home” community. All properties have high-speed Internet, free local and long distance phone service, 250 television channels and video on demand, plus in home conferencing. Public water, sewer and natural gas; all utilities are underground.
Healthcare: St. Luke’s Hospital in Columbus, NC is a 24-hour emergency, acute, and primary care facility. Spartanburg Regional Medical Center and Asheville’s Mission-St. Joseph’s Health system are also nearby.
Location: Bright’s Creek is located just off Interstate 26 between Asheville, North Carolina and Spartanburg, South Carolina. It lies in Polk County, an area known for it’s historic quaint towns, beautiful scenery, and ideal weather conditions.
Area Attractions: Nearby Tryon is a horse lover’s community with annual Steeplechase event and a 50-year equestrian heritage. Tryon’s renowned Barbeque festival brings thousand of visitors each year. Nearby Lake Lure is a summer retreat full of water activities. Downtown Hendersonville and Flat Rock Village are home to many historic sites. Daily tours of The Biltmore House in Asheville offer a glimpse inside one of America’s richest families.
Homes: Custom homes starting at $950,000.
Lots: Elevated homesites offering golf and long-range mountain views range from ½ to 5 acres; priced from $175,000 to $1 million+.