Chestnut Flats Preserve is a unique 900-acre gated community that borders the magnificent Great Smoky Mountains National Park and features some of the finest high elevation ridge-top properties available in western North Carolina.
Fewer than 150 two-to six-acre homesites are planned for this remarkable development, which offers buyers unsurpassed long-range mountain views at elevations ranging from 2,700 to 4,500 feet. Most tracts include abundant usable land, and all properties will be served by underground utilities, paved access roads and a network of recreational trails linked to the adjacent National Park trail system.
The pristine forest setting assures an abiding sense of privacy and seclusion, while the generally mild climate invites a wide range of outdoor recreational activities throughout the seasons. Conveniently located between Waynesville and Maggie Valley, Chestnut Flats Preserve is only about 35 minutes from Asheville and easily accessible from Interstate 40.
Acreage: 900 acres (365 hectares)
Gatehouse: Gated entry to the property assures the privacy and security of all residents.
Clubhouse: An open-air community shelter is available for general use and community functions.
Equestrian: Great Smoky Mountains National Park harbors some of the South’s most spectacular riding trails, from easy day trips to multi-day wilderness pack trips. Horse boarding and guide services may be arranged at a number of Waynesville-area stables.
Recreation: A network of private hiking and biking paths within the development links directly to hundreds of miles of exquisite wilderness trails in the adjacent Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This federally managed wilderness area encompasses more than half a million acres of unspoiled high country terrain, a popular destination for hiking and backpacking, birding, fly-fishing, whitewater rafting and other outdoor pursuits.
Skiing: The nearby Cataloochee Ski Resort offers 25 acres of skiable terrain with seven lifts and 740 feet of vertical drop.
Golf Nearby: Several courses are located in the area, including the short but challenging 18-hole Lake Junaluska Golf Course and the 27 scenic holes of the Waynesville Country Club Inn & Resort. Less than an hour away is the highly acclaimed Donald Ross course at Asheville’s Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa.
Fishing: The sparkling rivers and streams of the Great Smoky Mountains are famous for world-class fly fishing, with healthy populations of wild rainbow, brown and brook trout. Fishing gear and guide services are available at Waynesville-area tackle shops.
Area Attractions: Just 35 minutes from Asheville, Chestnut Flats Preserve is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Maggie Valley, Lake Lunaluska, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Harrahs’ Cherokee Casino. The region is famous for its charming mountain resort communities, traditional handicrafts and spectacular displays of fall foliage. Charlotte, Chattanooga, Knoxville and Nashville are all located within three or four hours’ drive.
Dining and Shopping: Residents will find a good selection of local shops and restaurants in Waynesville and other nearby communities, with a complete selection of major retailers and fine dining options less than an hour away in the Asheville area.
Health Care: Hawood Regional Medical Center located about 15 miles from the development provides a full spectrum of modern medical care, including around-the-clock emergency services.
Lots: Two-to six-acre homesites are priced from $119,500 to $499,500.