Visit this award winning community with one of the most visually compelling golf course communities in the U.S. Discovery Package Details
Just 35 minutes from Asheville and perched almost 5,000 feet above sea level, this acclaimed private golf club and residential community combines a majestic mountaintop setting with superb amenities and easy access to the abundant natural and cultural attractions that have made western North Carolina one of America's most desirable places to live.
Mountain Air offers a choice of premium homesites, single-family residences and luxury condominiums overlooking miles of unspoiled high country terrain, with a breathtakingly beautiful championship golf course, deluxe recreational facilities, an elegant clubhouse, extensive activity programs for all ages and fly-in access via a private paved runway.
Residents of this thoughtfully planned development enjoy the seclusion and serenity of rural mountain living, with lively social life centered around a picturesque village center. Several dining options are available on-site, plus an upscale market and deli, a private spa and fitness center and an outdoor amphitheater for community events. All homes and homesites feature inspiring mountain, valley or golf course views, with nearby access to parks, nature areas and community amenities.
Acreage: 1,300 acres (520 hectares)
Gatehouse: 24-hour manned security
Club Structure: Private Equity
Golf: Architect Scott Pool carved Mountain Air's remarkable championship golf course into the rugged contours of Slickrock Mountain, weaving ribbons of green through dense hardwood forests and sheer granite outcroppings. The planned addition of nine new holes will bring a total of 27 holes of championship golf to the development, complemented by state-of-the-art training and practice facilities.
Clubhouse: The elegant Mountain Air Clubhouse blends seamlessly into the high country landscape, built from native stone and wood and decorated throughout with furniture and crafts by local artisans. Tall windows make the mountain skyline an integral part of every room.
Tennis: Private outdoor tennis courts are available for the exclusive use of residents and club members.
Concierge: The attentive concierge service provides assistance for everything from dinner reservations and babysitter arrangements to renting cars and recommending scenic drives.
Recreation: Mountain Air offers more than eight miles of scenic hiking trails, including access to the community's own private old growth forest preserve. A full-time resident naturalist coordinates an ongoing schedule of nature walks and educational programs, and future plans call for the addition of a new nature interpretive center. The development also features a network of community parks, plus ongoing activity programs for children.
Aircraft Runway: At 4,400 feet above sea level, Mountain Air's spectacular 2,875-foot private runway promises an unforgettable arrival, and upon departure, you can fly to any destination east of the Rockies without climbing a foot. A full-service pilot's room offers complete flight planning conveniences.
Fishing: The Burnsville area offers excellent fishing for trout, bass and other species on nearby lakes, rivers and streams. Mountain Air's resident naturalist will recommend favorite fishing holes and help residents arrange guided fishing excursions.
Swimming: A heated swimming pool and outdoor whirlpool are located adjacent to the spa and fitness center.
Spa and Fitness Center: The Chautauqua Family Activity and Fitness Center houses a comprehensive selection of weight machines and exercise equipment, plus a full-service day spa, a game room and a media room with a large viewing screen and high-backed theater seating.
Community Lodge: Anchoring the village green, the Falling Leaf Members' Lodge provides a comfortable gathering place for residents and club members, including a spacious great room with soaring vaulted ceilings, a massive stone fireplace and a wall of windows framing timeless mountain views. The facility also houses a pro shop, a community market, a library lounge and a cozy meeting parlor with its own porch.
Community Garden: Mountain Air's organic garden provides fresh herbs and vegetables for community restaurants, and gives residents the opportunity to create and maintain their own garden plots.
Dining and Shopping: On-site dining options range from casual deli fare to elegant dining in the Oak Room at the community clubhouse or Orville & Wilbur's Bar & Grill located on the village green. The community also offers a complete golf pro shop and a gourmet market that stocks everything from pantry staples to fine wine. Additional shopping and dining options are located a short drive from the development.
Area Attractions: Nearby Asheville is the commercial and cultural hub of western North Carolina, home to a small but sophisticated downtown shopping district, first-class restaurants, arts and crafts galleries and the famous Biltmore Estate. Other top attractions in the area include the Blue Ridge Parkway, Chimney Rock Park and numerous charming mountain villages scattered throughout the high country. Mountain Air is about two and a half hours from Charlotte and Knoxville, and about four hours from Atlanta and Raleigh.
Health Care: Asheville is a major regional health care center, with several prominent hospitals and a complete range of specialized medical practices.
Homesites: Buyers can choose from an enticing selection of custom homesites priced from $145,000 to $2 million.
Homes, Cabins, Condominiums and Villas: The Mountain Air master plan encompasses a variety of developer-built residences, including deluxe single-family homes, cabins, villas and condominiums priced from $245,000 to $2 million+.
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