The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

Gatehouse

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel is a private, gated mountain community with controlled access and 24-hour security, offering residents additional privacy and peace of mind within its secluded Blue Ridge Mountain setting.

Golf

Optional membership at adjacent Wolf Laurel Country Club provides access to one of the highest-elevation golf courses in the eastern United States. The mountain layout combines dramatic elevation changes with expansive Blue Ridge views and a challenging, scenic golf experience.

Dining

Wolf Laurel Country Club provides access to clubhouse dining, including a restaurant and lounge where members can gather after golf or enjoy meals overlooking the surrounding mountain landscape.

Equestrian

Horseback riding is part of the area's outdoor lifestyle, with established equestrian facilities and miles of scenic riding trails available through the greater Wolf Laurel community.

Fitness

Fitness facilities and wellness amenities are available to residents through optional membership at Wolf Laurel Country Club, complementing the community's extensive opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and other outdoor exercise.

Snow Skiing

Winter recreation is close to home, with nearby ski slopes offering skiing, snowboarding, and other seasonal activities for a range of experience levels.

Mountains

Elevations of approximately 3,200 to 4,800 feet create exceptional opportunities for long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, with some properties offering expansive vistas extending across multiple states.

Fishing

Bald Creek flows through the surrounding nature preserve and supports fly-fishing opportunities, while stocked trout ponds and additional mountain streams throughout the Wolf Laurel area provide even more options for anglers.

Nature Trails

Outdoor enthusiasts have access to more than 30 miles of master-planned trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and UTV adventures. The community also provides direct access to the Appalachian Trail at Big Bald Mountain and neighboring Pisgah National Forest.

Swimming

A heated outdoor swimming pool is available through neighboring Wolf Laurel amenities, giving residents another option for recreation and relaxation during western North Carolina's warmer months.

Land Conservation Community

The Preserve is surrounded by extensive protected lands, including a roughly 700-acre Land Trust and neighboring Pisgah National Forest. Preserved forests, mountain streams, waterfalls, and wildlife habitat reinforce the community's strong conservation focus.

Clubhouse & Gathering Spaces

The Preserve’s covered open-air pavilion features an outdoor kitchen, stacked-stone fireplace, and seating for 150+ guests. Residents may also enjoy the adjacent Wolf Laurel Country Club clubhouse, offering a restaurant, lounge, and inviting spaces for dining, socializing, and post-golf gatherings.

Area Attractions

The Preserve places residents within reach of the Appalachian Trail, Pisgah National Forest, Asheville, Burnsville, Mars Hill, mountain recreation, arts and entertainment, and numerous western North Carolina destinations for hiking, rafting, climbing, skiing, and sightseeing.

Shopping & Dining

Everyday conveniences can be found in nearby mountain towns, while Asheville—approximately 30 miles away—offers an extensive selection of restaurants, breweries, boutiques, galleries, entertainment, and shopping.

Healthcare

Residents have access to regional healthcare throughout western North Carolina, including Blue Ridge Regional Hospital in nearby Spruce Pine. Part of the Mission Health system, the hospital provides 24-hour emergency care along with surgical, orthopedic, rehabilitation, imaging, cardiac, and other medical services.

Airport Access

The community's location north of Asheville provides access to Asheville Regional Airport for commercial air travel.

Burnsville, North Carolina

Community Information

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