Since its first Adirondack-style homes and condominiums went on the market in 2001, this award-winning gated community near Grandfather Mountain in the scenic high country of western North Carolina has become the fastest selling residential development along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Echota, an Indian word meaning “peaceful haven,” is set on 290 acres of lovely wooded terrain about two hours northwest of Charlotte, three hours west of Raleigh and just minutes away from the charming mountain communities of Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock.
The master plan calls for a total of 566 elegantly crafted residences, encompassing a low-density mix of condominiums, town homes and single-family houses, plus a full complement of recreational amenities available at two clubhouses and a 25-acre riverfront park. A network of walking trails winds through Echota’s tranquil neighborhoods, and the entire property is surrounded by mile after mile of gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain scenery.
Cool summers and mild winters make this quiet corner of Appalachia a year-round haven for outdoor recreation, and the exceptional range of residential options makes Echota an ideal destination for families and retirees alike.
Acreage: 290 acres (117 hectares)
Clubhouse: Echota has two separate social and recreational facilities, featuring two swimming pools, a fitness center, massage rooms, communal lounge areas, large-screen TV, a pool table and catering facilities. These facilities host an ongoing program of family-friendly activities.
Fitness: Echota’s workout room offers both cardio and weight training equipment, with full men’s and ladies’ locker rooms.
Recreation: Echota residents are surrounded by some of western North Carolina’s most appealing mountain scenery, a popular destination for camping and hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, bird-watching and other outdoor activities. This is also one of the best places in America to enjoy spectacular displays of fall color.
Skiing: Three affordable ski areas are located within about 15 minutes of the development, including Sugar Mountain, the largest downhill resort in North Carolina.
Golf Nearby: A number of good public courses are nearby, including the Hawksnest Course at the Hawksnest Golf & Ski Resort, the Sugar Mountain Golf Course and the Boone Golf Club. Various members-only clubs are located in the area as well.
Fishing: The developers have preserved ecologically sensitive wetland areas on the property, including several catch-and-release fishing ponds stocked with trout. There’s also excellent fly-fishing nearby in the area’s abundant mountain rivers and streams.
Swimming: The four-season indoor/outdoor swimming pool at the main clubhouse has a retractable solarium roof, a “beach entry” area at one end, and a deeper area suitable for lap swimming and water aerobics. A second outdoor pool and spa features an open-air entertainment bar and a dramatic waterfall flowing behind the pool.
Shopping and Dining: Residents have access to a good selection of shops and restaurants in the venerable mountain resort towns of Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk; all located about 10 miles from Echota.
Regional Attractions: Mother Nature gets top billing in this part of the North Carolina high country, with Linville Gorge and the rugged heights of Grandfather Mountain to the south, and the magnificent Blue Ridge Parkway passing within a few miles of the Echota property. Asheville, home of the Biltmore Estate and other popular attractions, is less than two hours away, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park lies about an hour father west on the Kentucky border.
Health Care: Two full-service hospitals are located within 10 miles of the Echota -- the Watauga Medical Center in Boone and Cannon Memorial Hospital in Linville. A more extensive range of specialized medical services is available in Asheville and Charlotte, both about two hours away.
Condos: Two- and three-bedroom units, many with exquisite mountain views, range from $299,900 to $599,900
Townhomes: Echota offers a choice of attached and freestanding townhomes with a variety of three- and four-bedroom configurations. Priced from the high $500,000 range.
Homes: Spacious and carefully crafted single-family homes range from about $600,000 to $1 million or more.
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