Balsam Mountain Preserve
This low-density club community in the mountains of western North Carolina has fewer than 400 homes and nearly 3,500 of its 4,400 acres permanently protected from development by conservation easements. Amenities include an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course, The Ruby Valley Fitness & Wellness Center for classes, training and massage therapy, an Equestrian Center, The Boarding House Lodge and Restaurant, a Nature Center with onsite naturalists, horseback riding, 38 miles of fishing streams, and over 42 miles of private hiking trails. Lots are priced from $95,000 to $429,000; Homes from $659,000 to $3.2 million. Read More...
Chinquapin
This 2,000-acre gated community is located near the Nantahala National Forest and surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. Residents enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities, and community amenities include a clubhouse, an adventure trail, and equestrian, hiking and biking trails. Homesites priced from $80,000 to $350,000. Read More...
The Coves Mountain River Club
Set on 3,600 acres, this gated mountain community borders Pisgah National Forest and is 30 minutes from Blowing Rock, NC. Amenities include 5 miles of river frontage, equestrian facilities, a mountaintop Lodge, 39 miles of hiking and horse trails, four waterfalls, two community gardens, low HOA fees, and mild four season weather. Lots priced from $49,900 to $139,900; Cabins from $155,000+; Cottages from $369,000+; Homes from $379,000 to $729,000. Read More...
The Lodges at Eagles Nest
The Lodges at Eagles Nest is a private mountain community offering residents all the sophistication of an upscale gated community combined with a "summer-camp” inspired lifestyle. One to ten-acre lots with long-range views priced from $60,000 to $400,000; Custom-Designed Mountain Homes priced from $250,000 to $2.5 million. Read More...
The Settlement at Thomas Divide
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. Lots priced from $51,000 to $450,000; Cabin priced at $549,000. Read More...
Walnut Creek Preserve
Located 10 minutes south of Lake Lure, this established North Carolina equestrian community provides a setting for those seeking an equestrian lifestyle in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Offering buyers the opportunity to purchase farm acreage, Walnut Creek Preserve includes over 50 miles of private horseback riding trails, a community nature center, more than 25 creeks and streams, a large waterfall, a stocked lake, and a 1,500-acre protected private forest. Wooded parcels include horse pastures with mountain views and range from over 10 acres to 25 acres; Lots priced from $300,000 to $525,000; Homes priced $1 million to $1.6 million. Read More...