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Mountain Communities

Whether you’re dreaming of fresh alpine air, endless outdoor recreation, or a peaceful retreat with panoramic views, mountain communities offer the ultimate in elevated living. This curated directory from Private Communities Registry (PCR) features the nation’s most desirable private mountain communities, easily searchable by region or city.

Explore a wide selection of luxury mountain communities ideal for retirees, second-home buyers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families seeking a lifestyle surrounded by nature. Each mountain community offers its own unique combination of resort-style amenities—like lodge-style clubhouses, wellness centers, golf, hiking and biking trails, ski access, equestrian facilities, and lakes for fishing or boating.

What Are Mountain Communities?

Mountain communities are residential neighborhoods located in scenic mountain regions, offering outdoor recreation, natural beauty, and a peaceful lifestyle.

Who Are Mountain Communities For?

Ideal for retirees, second-home buyers, families, and nature lovers seeking privacy, wellness, and year-round adventure in a private, serene setting.

What Do Mountain Communities Offer?

From ski-in/ski-out access and private lakes to wellness amenities and luxury homes, mountain communities offer all the benefits of master planned communities coupled with a high-end, nature-focused lifestyle.

Where Are the Best Mountain Communities Located?

Top mountain communities are found in the Carolinas, California, Tennessee, Idaho, Utah, Washington, and other popular mountain destinations across the U.S.

Why Choose a Mountain Retirement Community?

Health benefits, scenic tranquility, active outdoor lifestyles, and strong community connections are just some of the benefits that come with living in a mountain community.

Find Your Perfect Mountain Community

With nearly 30 years of experience connecting homebuyers with lifestyle communities, PCR is a trusted authority in the real estate industry. We work directly with builders, developers, and real estate experts across the country to bring you in-depth access to the best mountain community homes and mountain retirement communities on the market.

Search by location to browse communities in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Smoky Mountains, Appalachians, Rockies, and beyond. Click into individual listings to view photos, amenities, available homes and homesites, and to contact communities directly for more information.


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The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Arden, North Carolina Mountain Community
Arden, North Carolina
Bordered by the Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Cliffs at Walnut Cove rests on 1,600 acres of dense forests, rolling meadows and clear streams. Membership provides access to over $150 million in completed amenities at all seven Cliffs Communities, including seven championship golf courses with designs by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Gary Player.

Pricing: Homes priced from $1,325,000 to $6 million; Lots from the $200,000s to $1.8 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Croquet Croquet
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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The Coves Mountain River Club

Lenoir, North Carolina Mountain Community
Lenoir, North Carolina
Breathe in the mountain air, and savor the wildflowers; you’ve found your new home in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Welcome to The Coves Mountain River Club, a 3,200-acre gated community on the Johns River. Private trails wind past sparkling streams and mountain overlooks. Gardens, picnic pavilions, kayak access points, equestrian facilities, and more await. End the day with a glorious sunset at the ridgetop clubhouse.

Pricing: Homesites from $39,900 to $139,900; Cabins, cottages, and single-family homes from the mid $200,000s to $2 million.

Community Type: All Age, Retirement

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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The Settlement at Thomas Divide

Bryson City, North Carolina Mountain Community
Bryson City, North Carolina
This mountain community of Western Carolina borders the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is just 10 minutes from downtown Bryson City. Amenities include a community center with lodging, equestrian facilities, and trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Residents also have easy access to more than 500 miles of trails, trout fishing streams, whitewater rafting, boating, and more.

Pricing: Lots priced from $68,500 to $395,000; Cabin priced at $549,000.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Rentals Rentals
Community Amenity: Snow Skiing Snow Skiing
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Penn National

Fayetteville, Pennsylvania Mountain Community
Fayetteville, Pennsylvania
Penn National in Fayetteville, PA, is a premier master-planned golf and active adult community featuring two championship courses, resort-style amenities, and a lively social scene. Nestled beside Michaux State Forest, residents enjoy abundant outdoor recreation, over 40 clubs and activities, and convenient access to nearby Gettysburg and Chambersburg. Offering both new and resale homes with golf course and mountain views, Penn National is one of Pennsylvania’s most desirable 55+ communities.

Pricing: Homes priced from the low $200,000s to the high $800,000s.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Snow Skiing Snow Skiing
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Crescent Communities on Lake Keowee

Seneca, South Carolina Mountain Community
Seneca, South Carolina
With 18,500 acres of clear blue water and 300 miles of shoreline at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains in South Carolina's Upstate region, the Crescent Communities on Lake Keowee provide ample outdoor recreation opportunities. Amenities include clubhouses, tennis, swimming pools, nature trails and community boat slips. The communities are less than 45 minutes from Greenville, SC, and 90 minutes from Atlanta.

Pricing: Lots from the $200,000s; Homes starting in the $700,000s.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee

Sunset, South Carolina Mountain Community
Sunset, South Carolina
With grand views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and 30 miles of shoreline on the majestic Lake Keowee, this 3,900-acre private, walkable community is perfect for families at any stage seeking the “right-sized” home. Close proximity to Clemson University.

Pricing: Lots priced from $44,900 to $1.5 million; Homes priced from the $1.5 million to $3.8 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Croquet Croquet
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Rentals Rentals
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Spa Spa
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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The Cliffs - Lake Region

Six Mile, South Carolina Mountain Community
Six Mile, South Carolina
The Cliffs - Lake Region is a collection of three gated mountain-lake residential communities located on the shores of 18,500-acre Lake Keowee. Together these three properties offer a full complement of recreational activities, including a pair of signature golf courses designed by Tom Fazio and a signature golf course by Jack Nicklaus. Members have access to over $150 million in completed amenities at all seven Cliffs Communities.

Pricing: Homes priced from $1.3 million to $5.9 million; Lots from the $100,000s to $1 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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The Cliffs - Mountain Region

Travelers Rest, South Carolina Mountain Community
Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Homeowners in this family of Blue Ridge Mountain golf communities located on both sides of the North Carolina-South Carolina border gain access to one of America's most impressive club memberships, encompassing a total of seven championship golf courses with designs by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Gary Player. Additional amenities include an equestrian center, a full-service marina, a beach club, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools and expansive health and fitness facilities.

Pricing: Homes priced from the $800,000s to $4 million; Lots from $100,000 to over $695,000.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Black Creek Chattanooga

Chattanooga, Tennessee Mountain Community
Chattanooga, Tennessee
This East Tennessee mountain community offers a championship golf course and a wide range of recreational amenities in a natural setting only minutes from downtown Chattanooga. Amenities include outdoor sports complex, nature trails, a dog park, tennis courts, clubhouse, fitness center, and more.

Pricing: Homesites from the $200,000s, ranging from ¼ acre to over an acre. New homes from the $700,000s to over $2 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Certified Green Homes Certified Green Homes
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Land Conservation Land Conservation
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Solar/Renewable Solar/Renewable
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Fairfield Glade

Fairfield Glade, Tennessee Mountain Community
Fairfield Glade, Tennessee
This 12,500-acre community on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau encompasses five championship golf courses, 11 lakes for boating and fishing, marinas, fitness center, and tennis.

Pricing: Homes, Condos, Villas and Townhomes are priced from $300,000 to $1.2 million; Lots from $10,000 to $300,000.

Community Type: All Age, Retirement

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Near the Beach Near the Beach
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: RV Storage RV Storage
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Rarity Bay

Vonore, Tennessee Mountain Community
Vonore, Tennessee
Set in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this private golf and equestrian community is located on a scenic peninsula with 10 miles of shoreline along Lake Tellico in East Tennessee. Amenities include 18 holes of championship golf, an equestrian center with 10 miles of riding trails, clubhouse, swim & tennis club, activity center and private boat docks.

Pricing: Lots priced from $19,900 to $595,000; Condos and Homes from $139,900 to $2.8 million.

Community Type: All Age, Retirement

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Rentals Rentals
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Tellico Village

Loudon, Tennessee Mountain Community
Loudon, Tennessee
Situated along 40 miles of shoreline on Tellico Lake, this community offers year-round championship golf, lakefront views from almost every lot, and an active Yacht and Country Club. Located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with easy access to Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge.

Pricing: Lots priced from $25,000 to $500,000; Townhomes from $350,000; Homes from $400,000 to $1.5 million.

Community Type: All Age, Retirement

Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: Rentals Rentals
Community Amenity: RV Storage RV Storage
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Tuscanee in Tennessee

Butler, Tennessee Mountain Community
Butler, Tennessee
Tuscanee is a peaceful Tennessee lake community in Butler, blending Tuscan charm with Appalachian beauty. Set near Watauga Lake, it offers lake access, outdoor recreation, vineyard living, and proximity to ski resorts. With mountain and vineyard views, Tuscanee is perfect for nature lovers seeking refined living and a slower pace. Homes range from cozy retreats to estate-style properties in this East Tennessee community.

Pricing: Lots priced from $49,900 to $400,000; Homes priced from $199,900 to $1.2 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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WindRiver

Lenoir City, Tennessee Mountain Community
Lenoir City, Tennessee
WindRiver is a gated lakefront and golf course community on Tellico Lake in East Tennessee. Carefully built among rolling hillsides and gently sloping shoreline, the community offers a range of lakefront, lake view and wooded home sites.

Pricing: Homesites available; Homes are priced from $1.5 million to $4 million+.

Community Type: All Age, Retirement

Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Rentals Rentals
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
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Red Ledges

Heber City, Utah Mountain Community
Heber City, Utah
This four-season mountain community near Park City, Utah, offers a selection of estate home sites and luxurious Western-style cottages, with 18 holes of Jack Nicklaus signature golf, deluxe tennis and equestrian facilities and a private ski chalet at the neighboring Deer Valley Resort.

Pricing: Lots from $300,000+; Homes from $1.4 million to over $10 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Equestrian Equestrian
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Snow Skiing Snow Skiing
Community Amenity: Spa Spa
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Verterra® - a Trilogy® Boutique Community®

Bonney Lake, Washington Mountain Community
Bonney Lake, Washington
This active adult 55-plus neighborhood lies within Tehaleh, a major master plan spanning 4,200 acres of elevated forest land, one hour south of Seattle. Residents are treated to stunning Mt. Rainer as a backdrop in this new age-restricted Washington community that’s a basecamp for outdoor exploration, relaxation, and an exciting 55-plus lifestyle.

Pricing: Priced from the high $400,000s.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Fisher Mountain

Franklin, West Virginia Mountain Community
Franklin, West Virginia
Fisher Mountain is a scenic West Virginia mountain community in Franklin, offering a peaceful lifestyle for active adults, retirees, and families. Home to the award-winning Highlands Golf Course, the community features Toptracer technology, a renovated clubhouse with dining, and year-round social events. With spacious homesites, custom builds, and move-in-ready options, this premier golf community in West Virginia blends mountain beauty, modern amenities, and relaxed living—all surrounded by the stunning Potomac Highlands.

Pricing: Lots from $59,900; Homes from $750,000 to $1.8 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Mountains Mountains
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
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