A Complete Guide to Top Luxury Communities in North Carolina

Compare upscale communities and neighborhoods in Asheville and beyond by exploring the amenities and attributes that attract so many luxury home buyers to this area.

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Josh Smith
Josh Smith

President, Walnut Cove Realty

Dave Bailey
David Bailey

Broker-in-Charge, Walnut Cove Realty

Searching for the right mountain community in an in-demand market like Western North Carolina can be overwhelming. There are many communities to choose from, each with its own character and lifestyle. This comparison guide presents 11 of the most attractive luxury communities for buyers in 2024 with key information about each to help you find the community best suited to you. With just a few clicks or taps you can compare the top luxury communities based on what each has to offer in terms of location, features, style, amenities, and more.

This guide has been compiled and regularly updated by the North Carolina real estate experts at Walnut Cove Realty. Our goal in creating this guide is to provide you with a list of the communities we personally see home buyers most interested in so you can research homes on your own terms and engage with real estate professionals when you’re ready.

Many of the Asheville area’s luxury communities feature a variety of living styles, from single-level dwellings to private elevators. If you have a specific interest or desire, let us know. We will be happy to refine a search to meet your parameters of the ideal home.

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Asheville Airport Driving Proximity
Downtown Asheville Driving Proximity
Mission Hospital Driving Proximity
Blue Ridge Parkway Driving Proximity
Charlotte, North Carolina, Driving Proximity

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

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Community Features

Golf Course
Fitness/Wellness Center
Intra-Community Trail System
Clubhouse
Guard/Gated Security
Dining

Approximate distance

Airport 5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 11.5 Miles
Mission Hospital 10.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 3 Miles
Charlotte 116 Miles

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About The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

This private gated mountain community is located in South Asheville, beside the Pisgah National Forest and abutting the Blue Ridge Parkway. It abounds with amenities, from a European-style Club Village and Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course to 18,000-foot luxury wellness center, tennis court, pools, fitness classes, fine and casual dining options, and miles of trails—all within a lush landscape of carefully maintained woodlands and sculpted gardens. 

Seeking a way to make friends and give back to the Asheville community? Members of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove have the opportunity to join The Walnut Cove Members Association (WCMA), a philanthropic organization that serves Asheville area nonprofits, especially those that provide human services, healthcare, and education, or support natural and cultural resources. Additionally, the WCMA offers a program that mentors UNC Asheville students. A number of member-run, interest-based groups provide further opportunities to network by playing bridge, fishing, painting, etc.

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove offers homes and homesites for year-round residents and holiday-takers in a variety of styles and settings, as well as townhouses. Whether you seek secluded estate-sized lots with mountain-top views, modern mountain homes in the woods, or a sunny golfside retreat, this community provides a range of options.

The Walnut Cove Spec Home Program

Planning to build your dream home in the North Carolina mountains? Walnut Cove Realty’s Spec Home Program combines the speed and convenience of buying a luxury home with the freedom of customization afforded by building. It’s essentially the best of both worlds, without the worst of either.

We partner with trusted builders and residents of select communities within The Cliffs at Walnut Cove and The Ramble to fund the design and construction of new luxury homes with popular features and much shorter build times. Luxury home buyers seeking to build don’t have to spend months closing on a lot, planning from scratch with designers, and waiting even longer for the build.

If you're searching for a home in the western North Carolina mountains, Walnut Cove is an ideal choice. Come visit us and experience our gorgeous luxury homes, amenities, and community for yourself!

Why The Cliffs at Walnut Cove?

  • Nearby attractions

    The 715-acre Turtleback Falls Preserve adjoins The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. It features hiking trails boasting views of surrounding mountains, valleys, and waterfalls. 

  • Home & Homesite prices

    HOMES: $1M to $5M+

    HOMESITES: $150K to $2M+

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    Activities

    There's never an excuse to be bored in this community. Residents can take advantage of amenities such as fitness equipment, guided activities and personal training, clubs, indoor and outdoor pools, hiking trails, tennis court, the Club Village, and a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    The community provides an ideal upmarket living experience ensured by strict architectural integrity regulations and attention to detail throughout the community. With a fully staffed gatehouse, breathtaking vistas, abundant social opportunities, and luxury amenities—all just a short drive from downtown—there's no need to compromise.

  • Golf

    The community offers a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course with bent grass fairways, rolling slopes, and challenging greens surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. The home of the UNC Asheville women's team, the course has been hailed by Golf Digest as one of the best in the state, and Golfweek as one of the best private courses in North Carolina.

  • Environmental

    The Cliffs at Walnut Cove maintains protected land and offers a CSA program at the community's own Creekside Farm.

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“When you're looking at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, you're looking at a community where everyone came from somewhere else. It’s an incredible collection of people and backgrounds. And the community is extremely welcoming; they're very eager to get you connected, whether it's the bowling group, the mahjong group, the bridge club, or any other group or activity within the community.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President & The Cliffs at Walnut Cove Member

Rebecca Dougherty

“The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is what I consider the premier gated community in Asheville. It offers you everything you’d really ever want from this area—from wooded lots to high view elevation. It has such a variety.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Southcliff

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Community Features

Community Open Space
Intra-Community Trail System
Guard/Gated Security

Approximate distance

Airport 13.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 8.5 Miles
Mission Hospital 8 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 3.5 Miles
Charlotte 121 Miles

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About Southcliff

Located on the south slope of Cedar Cliff Mountain, this gated mountain community is the perfect place for privacy-minded nature lovers to set down roots, featuring vistas at altitudes of 2500 to 3900 feet, abundant outdoor amenities, and conservation efforts.

In-gates, residents can enjoy community parks with grills, fire pits, picnic tables, playgrounds, trails with scenic overlooks, and a cozy outdoor pavilion with a regularly stocked fireplace. Outside the gates, the wonders of some of North Carolina’s most stunning natural attractions await within an easy drive—from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Pisgah National Forest. To cherish the natural beauty of Western North Carolina, Southcliff’s developments integrate homes into the surrounding landscape to maintain and retain as much of the native flora as possible.

Additionally, a fully staffed gatehouse provides security for the entire community and an on-site sales lodge with a dedicated real estate team are available. Whether you seek a luxury mountain home or homesite, this growing community is likely to have wonderful properties on offer.

Why Southcliff?

  • Nearby attractions

    Southcliff residents are within easy reach of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, Western North Carolina Nature Center, River Arts District, Botanical Gardens at Asheville, Asheville Pinball Museum, and Fletcher (an up-and-coming area hotspot).

  • Home & Homesite prices

    HOMES: $750K to $3M+

    HOMESITES: $75K to $750K+

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    Activities

    Explore six miles of hiking trails that connect Southcliff's neighborhoods and parks, enjoy a fire with neighbors at the pavilion, savor a picnic lunch in a park, or host a barbecue at one of the community grills.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Seeking a balance of nature and upscale social life? Southcliff offers just that—the opportunity to participate in Asheville's vibrant culture, then come home to the mountains to refuel. 

  • Environmental

    Those seeking to build have access to a green builders, in addition to Southcliff's measures to protect native flora.

Southcliff — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“Southcliff has excellent nature trails, an outdoor pavilion, and three or four outdoor fire pits around the community. It promotes a very outdoor-driven, adventurous lifestyle.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Rebecca Dougherty

“In Southcliff, the land is specifically and deliberately conserved. The focus of this community is on the land and its natural beauty—and the homes are designed and built to fit into that setting. Nature really is at your doorstep here.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Broker in Charge, Southcliff Office

The Ramble

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Community Features

Fitness/Wellness Center
Intra-Community Trail System
Guard/Gated Security
Tennis Court
Community Open Space

Approximate distance

Airport 6.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 6 Miles
Mission Hospital 5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 0.5 Miles
Charlotte 118 Miles

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About The Ramble

The Ramble is a gated community situated among the woodlands of Ducker Mountain and bordered by the Blue Ridge Parkway, just a few miles from downtown Asheville and two miles from the Biltmore Forest Country Club.

This master-planned community was designed with an active and social lifestyle in mind, featuring preserved open spaces, trails, community activities, a wellness center, and tennis, bocce, and pickleball courts. For a change of pace, residents can directly access the shopping, restaurants, and entertainment venues of Biltmore Park Town Square through a private South gate.

Love golf? Members of the Biltmore Forest Country Club just North of the Ramble can enjoy a Par-70 Donald Ross course and old-fashioned social club experience with fine dining opportunities. Meanwhile, players can experience some of the best tennis in Asheville at the nearby Asheville Racquet Club.

Once a favorite spot of George W. Vanderbilt’s to stroll, the community draws inspiration from architect Frederick Law Olmsted’s Central Park design and conservation concepts. Olmstead is also known locally for his work on the Biltmore Estate grounds. When fully completed, the community will have more than 500 houses.

Luxury homes are available for sale as well as homesites for custom home building. Its featured builders are some of Western North Carolina's most experienced specialists, ready to help you design a bespoke home that artistically represents your ideas.

Why The Ramble?

  • Nearby attractions

    Biltmore Park Town Square's many dining, shopping, and entertainment options lie just outside the South gate of The Ramble.

  • Home & Homesite prices

    HOMES: $750K to $5M+

    HOMESITES: $250K to $2M+

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    Activities

    Residents can take advantage of The Living Well Center, which offers a heated saline pool, daily workouts, lighted tennis court, fitness center, cycling room, demonstration kitchen, outdoor barbeque, and great room with fireplace. The community's extensive trail system is also a great resource for walkers and runners.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    The Ramble is the ideal place to enjoy both the comfort of convenience and living surrounded by nature, thanks to its wonderfully handcrafted homes, lush natural environment, and vibrant sense of community. The neighborhood is designed to be a secure, peaceful, and beautiful place to explore, play, and relax.

  • Environmental

    Community management preserves forested land, and those hoping to build have access to green builders.

The Ramble — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“The Ramble offers some of the Asheville area's best tennis through the neighboring Asheville Racquet Club, which has about 10 or 15 courts, four of which are indoor. The club also has a big workout center and it's literally right outside the gate.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Rebecca Dougherty

“The Ramble has some grand opportunities for people to find a lot and build their own home.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Biltmore Forest

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Community Features

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Dining
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Conservation Trust
Community Open Space

Approximate distance

Airport 8 Miles
Downtown Asheville 5 Miles
Mission Hospital 3.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 1.5 Miles
Charlotte 119 Miles

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About Biltmore Forest

Biltmore Forest is a historic district in Asheville, North Carolina. It was first incorporated in 1923 and then became a historic preservation district in 1990. The town is named for the Biltmore Estate, which is located nearby; both places were owned by George Washington Vanderbilt II, who built the Estate from 1889 to 1895. Today, Biltmore Forest is home to some of the largest estates in Asheville and is one of the most desirable areas for luxury buyers in the whole of the Carolinas.

A historic flood in the Asheville area caused extensive damage to the Biltmore Estate in 1916. To reduce the cost of maintaining the estate and to reduce the estate's tax liability, approximately 1,500 acres were sold to make residential lots. In 1923, the town of Biltmore Forest was formally chartered. Since then, residential zoning designations and conscientious zoning restrictions have preserved the attention to detail and natural environment that were so prominent during the town's development. Through community forestry programs and a tree protection ordinance, the natural landscaping of the Biltmore Estate continues to be thoughtfully preserved.

Biltmore Forest is a highly-desirable neighborhood, featuring a Donald Ross-designed golf course and the private Biltmore Forest Country Club. The town maintains two parks: Rosebank Park and Greenwood Park.

Why Biltmore Forest?

  • Nearby attractions

    Nearby to Biltmore Forest's residential area are Buncombe County schools and Carolina Day School, an accredited pre-K–12 private school. The town is also conveniently located close to Interstate 26 and Mission Hospital, the largest in the region. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs through the southern end of the town.

  • Home & Homesite prices

    HOMES: $750K to $10M+

    HOMESITES: $150K to $2M+

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    Activities

    In addition to golfing through membership at the exclusive Biltmore Forest Country Club, residents have access to Rosebank and Greenwood Park, which both feature play structures and benches, while the Mountains to Sea Trail parallel to the Blue Ridge Parkway provides an outlet for hikers.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    The four-season temperate climate with an average snowfall of only 13 inches makes year-round living easy, and the broad range of elevations and corresponding climates and plant growth (both in town and around the area) make it one of the most biodiverse in the United States and the world.

  • Environmental

    Conservation of the natural landscape, designed with the same influences as the Biltmore Estate, has been possible through the adoption of a tree protection ordinance and community forestry programs.

  • Golf

    Biltmore Forest features a Donald Ross-designed golf course, accessible through membership at the prestigious Biltmore Forest Country Club. 

Biltmore Forest — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“Biltmore Forest is a primary residential community. It's one of the oldest neighborhoods in Asheville, backs up to the Biltmore Estate, and is close to town, the hospital, and Biltmore Village."

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Rebecca Dougherty

“Biltmore Forest is a lovely community. One of the old originals created by the Vanderbilt family in the 1920s. It’s centered around a golf course as well—a good old golf course club. You’ll find stately homes—that's where you get the history.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Biltmore Park

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Community Features

Intra-Community Trail System
Open Community
Fitness/Wellness Center
Community Open Space
Tennis Court
Clubhouse

Approximate distance

Airport 4.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 9 Miles
Mission Hospital 7.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 3 Miles
Charlotte 115 Miles

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About Biltmore Park

Biltmore Park is a master-planned community in Asheville, designed with a new urban concept. There are many residential options within this community, from upscale condominiums and townhomes at Biltmore Park Town Square to cottages and estate homes in the wider community. The bustling town center in Asheville, North Carolina, is a modern re-imagining of historical main streets, created to adhere to modern ideals of smart growth, green living, and less traffic.

Access to all the attractions and natural beauty of the Western North Carolina mountains is easy from this urban, sustainable neighborhood. The townhomes and condominiums at Biltmore Park Town Square are the ideal fusion of comfort and style. You'll adore their contemporary, open floor plans as well as the exquisite architectural accents and opulent finishing touches that adorn each space.

Every facility and convenience of this upscale town center is yours to enjoy if you reside in Biltmore Park Town Square. Life at Town Square is set against the picturesque backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy being so close to the region's abundance of hiking and bike trails, renowned golf courses, and kayaking and fishing opportunities along the French Broad River.

Why Biltmore Park?

  • Nearby attractions

    Adjoining Biltmore Park's residential areas are schools and the South Buncombe branch of the Buncombe County Library. The community is also conveniently located near Interstate 26 and the Blue Ridge Parkway. When it is time to play, you can choose from basketball, tennis, the six-foot-wide asphalt path, the playground, swim club, or the YMCA.

  • Home & Homesite prices

    HOMES: $500K to $5M+

    HOMESITES: $150K to $500K+

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    Activities

    Biltmore Park Town Square is central to the community and offers many retail stores, restaurants, and family-friendly entertainment options. This is a very pedestrian-friendly area—made to meet today's standards of smart growth, green living, and reduced driving—with sidewalks on most of the streets and a greenway trail for non-motorized bikes.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Biltmore Park has a variety of options for living, from apartments and condos to townhouses and residential homes. The commercial/urban core of the community extends outward into neighborhoods as unique as the people who inhabit them. At the center of town are movie theaters, spas, health clubs, boutiques, and gathering spots like REI, LOFT, and Barnes & Noble. Amid these stores are plenty of local businesses and world-class merchants.

  • Environmental

    The community’s local Project Vision builds with sustainable, environmentally-conscious practices.

Biltmore Park — firsthand impressions

Rebecca Dougherty

“It's a new city center. They've come in with a new urban design, which includes everything from apartments, to condos, townhomes, single-family homes, and estate homes. So, they've done a beautiful job of creating not only a lifestyle location, but an urban center, which includes a YMCA, and retail shops—some lovely opportunities with restaurants. It's one of Asheville's most walkable designed communities.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Josh Smith

“Biltmore Park is a wonderful neighborhood for families. It's close to the interstate, airport, and great shopping; everything's right there.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Champion Hills

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Community Features

Golf Course
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Clubhouse
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Dining
Tennis Court

Approximate distance

Airport 16 Miles
Downtown Asheville 29 Miles
Mission Hospital 27.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 21 Miles
Charlotte 107 Miles

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About Champion Hills

One of the most sought-after luxury golfing communities in the area, Champion Hills rests in the lovely Blue Ridge Mountains outside Hendersonville, between Asheville, NC, and Greenville, SC.

A top-rated Tom Fazio-designed golf course is the jewel of the community, touted as one of the architect’s personal favorites. As if this wasn’t enough, the community offers golf groups, driving range, putting green, and club events to help residents master their game. Meanwhile, a luxurious full-service clubhouse offers fine and casual dining opportunities.

Non-golfers can take advantage of Champion Hills’ fully-equipped fitness and wellness center, tennis courts, and 17 miles of hiking trails. Looking for company? You’re in luck. The community offers multiple tennis programs, interest-based clubs (including hiking, bridge, and sports car groups), volunteer opportunities, and a range of seasonal events throughout the year, such as wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, and holiday gatherings.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence or seasonal retreat, Champion Hills offers attractive homes in a range of styles and sizes.

Why Champion Hills?

  • Nearby attractions

    Champion Hills is just five miles from Hendersonville, North Carolina, and seven from historic Flat Rock—adopted home of poet Charles Sandburg and the famous Flat Rock Playhouse. Plus, residents are an easy drive from the shopping, dining, entertainment, and arts scene of Asheville.

  • Home Prices

    $535,000 to $1.7M+

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    Activities

    Champion Hills has something for everyone: 17 miles of walking and running trails, lighted tennis courts, award-winning golf, seasonal activities, and member groups for those who enjoy lunching, dining, travel, dancing, hiking, yoga, cars, bridge, tennis, gardening and much more.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Residents of Champion Hills can live life to the fullest by forging authentic connections through the community's many social outlets.

  • Golf

    Experience Tom Fazio's incredible attention to detail at every hole, year-round. This course features stunning vistas featuring streams, forested hills, and deep ravines, at a range of angles, elevations, and settings.

  • Environmental

    Permission is required to significantly prune native rhododendrons because of their sensitivity and to remove native shrubs or trees. Clear-cutting is forbidden and crown reduction is discouraged.

Champion Hills — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“Those who live in Champion Hills have convenient access to Hendersonville, a quaint mountain town with good restaurants. It's a little lower in elevation. At Champion Hills, you also have a Tom Fazio-designed golf course right in your backyard.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Dave Bailey

“Champion Hills is Tom Fazio's hometown golf course—he actually lives in Hendersonville. It's a great golf course he designed there. ”

David Bailey, Broker-in-Charge, Walnut Cove Realty

Grove Park

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Community Features

Open Community
Golf Course
Community Open Space
Tennis Court
Dining
Historic

Approximate distance

Airport 16 miles
Downtown Asheville 2 miles
Mission Hospital 3 miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 8 miles
Charlotte 127 miles

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About Grove Park

Asheville’s historic Grove Park neighborhood is an excellent example of late 19th and early 20th century planned suburban residential development, featuring a wide array of revival and eclectic residential architecture as well as superb landscaping. The plan was the first in Asheville to abandon the typical grid street layout (long, straight streets) for curvilinear streets, parks, and trees in a natural setting.

The Grove Park community is a vibrant and engaged neighborhood. Here, you’ll find many residents enjoying a walk, jog, or taking in the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and the Grove Park Inn. Today, three of the neighborhood’s areas, Grove Park, Proximity Park, and Sunset Terrace are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Residents here share a passion for maintaining and protecting that legacy.

The homes in the neighborhood illustrate the design and construction practices of early 20th-century architecture. Most of the development occurred between 1908 and 1938, and many styles are represented including Georgian, Colonial, Tudor, Bungalow, and Shingle. Many of the homes are situated on wooded parcels, with some size variance due to some owners assembling their plots over time. Time-honored deed restrictions concerning setback and building costs have allowed properties to relate well to each other and maintain a high degree of integrity.

The historic Grove Park neighborhood in Asheville, North Carolina, is every bit as picturesque as its name suggests. From the streetside to the mountain views, this area offers a living nod to its history—one that everyone should experience for themselves.

Grove Park residents enjoy an abundance of amenities easily accessible from their neighborhood, including public, private, and charter schools; an extensive county library system; access to state-of-the-art medical facilities, including Mission Hospital, the largest in the region; and tons of shopping, entertainment, and dining options. Asheville is also conveniently located near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pisgah National Forest, and the Blue Ridge Parkway—a sightseer's and cyclist's haven.

Why Grove Park?

  • Nearby attractions

    The Grove Park Inn on Sunset Mountain, erected in 1913 by Grove's son-in-law Fred Seely, instantly became the cornerstone of Grove Park's identity. The stunning building has played host to a number of American presidents and diplomats over the last century, as well as an annual national gingerbread house competition that is featured in press all across the United States.

  • Home Prices

    HOMES: $500K to $4M+

    HOMESITES: $150K to $750K+

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    Activities

    Neighborhood activities include running, walking/hiking, cycling, tennis, golf, shopping, dining, arts/culture, and fitness.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Grove Park is two miles from downtown Asheville, a city with a thriving arts scene, world-class shopping, and over 150 independent restaurants. With live music every night of the week, several theaters, comedy lounges, dance clubs, and museums, Asheville has something for everyone.

  • Golf

    The Grove Park Inn’s golf course provides a large green space in the center of the resort and neighborhood. The 18-hole, par 70 course has an undulating front nine and a steep back nine. Over a decade ago, the resort invested $2.5 million to restore the course. It's among Golf Digest Magazine‘s top ten U.S. courses that are at least 100 years old.

Grove Park — firsthand impressions

Rebecca Dougherty

“Centered around the iconic Grove Park Inn, this North Asheville neighborhood is broader than just Grove Park. It goes up to the edge of The Country Club of Asheville, and then back down to the edge of the city of Asheville. It's a beautiful mixed neighborhood that started in the 20s, and it's grown up to include both new and modern, and old and traditional. ”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Josh Smith

“Grove Park is a very traditional neighborhood with beautiful historic homes. It's great for those looking for a more metropolitan lifestyle. You can bike to town. You can bike to restaurants. The access is great.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Poplar Ridge

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Community Features

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Community Open Space

Approximate distance

Airport 7.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 11 Miles
Mission Hospital 9 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 4.5 Miles
Charlotte 118 Miles

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About Poplar Ridge

Poplar Ridge is a gated development just off Pinners Grove featuring 250+ acres. A favorite of year-round residents, it offers both traditional mountain homes and land for new builds. Its deep wooded lots nestled into forested hills, mountain views, and proximity to downtown make it a desirable location for nature-seekers. Just 7.5 miles from an airport and 11 miles from downtown Asheville, NC, it's also convenient to city life.

Why Poplar Ridge?

  • Nearby attractions

    The Blue Ridge Parkway, Bullington Gardens, Biltmore Estate, and French Broad River are all an easy drive from Poplar Ridge.

  • Home & Homesite Prices

    HOMES: $1M to $3M

    HOMESITES: $74K to $539K

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    Activities

    Residents can relax outdoors at the community overlook, which features a picnic area and playground.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Poplar Ridge offers the best of both worlds: a quiet mountain escape and an easy drive from downtown Asheville, NC. Additionally, those who don't want extra in-gates amenities can get privacy without the dues.

  • Environmental

    Access to an energy-efficient builder helps future residents protect the environment while the community’s design guidelines preserve stands of healthy, mature trees and natural vegetation in setback areas.

Poplar Ridge — firsthand impressions

Kyle Olinger

“There are some beautiful views in this community. The homes are nestled into the woods, and embraced by the mountains, trees, streams, and the forest.”

Kyle Olinger, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Matt Payne

“You get the location, the proximity, and the ease into South Asheville, and it still feels like you’re far away. That’s one of the things I really like about living in Asheville. You can get five miles away from downtown and feel like you’re out in the forest and the mountains, but also know that you’re only 10–15 minutes away from anything you want. You can’t find that in too many places.”

— Matt Payne, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Kenmure

Kenmure

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Tennis Court
Dining
Clubs
Community Open Space
Guard/Gated Security

Approximate distance

Airport 16.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 34 Miles
Mission Hospital 29.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 26 Miles
Charlotte 103 Miles

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About Kenmure

Kenmure, in historic Flat Rock, is a gated community centered around golf that spans 1,400 acres of picturesque mountain terrain rich in history, offering a diverse range of mountain lifestyle dwellings and plots within a well-established neighborhood.

Flat Rock, affectionately known as the "Little Charleston of the Mountains," boasts a heritage that reaches back to the 18th century when South Carolina estate owners constructed English-style summer homes here to flee the summer heat. Currently, Flat Rock continues to enchant with its art galleries and distinctive boutique stores, and the entire region is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.

Kenmure Country Club's amenities cater to a wide array of interests, including a championship 18-hole golf course, indoor heated saline pool with steam saunas, outdoor heated pool, tennis courts, a modern fitness center, and dining options that range from formal to casual, alongside banquet facilities. The club is also a center for social engagement, hosting various clubs and an active community association.

At the heart of Flat Rock lies the Flat Rock Playhouse, the official State Theater of North Carolina. This acclaimed professional theater is known nationwide for its high-quality productions and educational initiatives. With a season running from April to December, it draws over 88,000 attendees annually to enjoy a selection of Broadway musicals, dramas, comedies, and children's theater.

Why Kenmure?

  • Nearby attractions

    The Carl Sandburg Home, a functioning farm spanning 264 acres, is one of the primary attractions in Flat Rock. The 1838 estate served as the residence of renowned poet and author Carl Sandburg for 22 years, during which time he authored over a third of his works here. Guests have the opportunity to explore Sandburg's extensive collection of 10,000 books, documents, and notes, in addition to enjoying five miles of hiking trails within the property.

  • Homes and Homesites

    HOMES: $379,000 to $1.5M+

    AVG. HOMESITE: $159,374

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    Activities

    Whether your interests lie in card games or bocce ball, participating in various social gatherings or exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside your neighbors, there's something for everyone at Kenmure.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Kenmure is an inviting community brimming with activities. It features distinctive architecture and offers a variety of clubs for its residents. Surrounded by luxury shopping, exquisite dining options, art galleries, and annual festivals, there's always something to do. Notably, several prominent cities and towns, including Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Asheville, and Greenville, are conveniently located just a short drive from Kenmure's entrance.

  • Golf

    The Kenmure Country Club offers a challenging golf experience for players at every skill level. The course features well-kept fairways and greens, making it demanding yet accessible, and the staff are available to offer tips and strategies to assist you in playing your best round.

  • Environmental

    Kenmure mandates that any enhancements made minimize environmental impact and land disturbance. The community promotes extensive plantings near homes, prioritizing compatibility with local species.

Kenmure — firsthand impressions

matt payne

“Kenmure's idyllic grounds make for a special experience and its convenient location to Asheville, Hendersonville, and Greenville provides the perfect home base to be able to explore the surrounding areas.”

— Matt Payne, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Tennis Court
Dining
Clubs
Community Open Space
Guard/Gated Security
Intra-Community Trail System

Approximate distance

Airport 28 Miles
Downtown Asheville 42 Miles
Mission Hospital 40 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 35 Miles
Charlotte 138 Miles

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About Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls features best-in-class natural and wellness amenities, promoting an active lifestyle and supporting a range of interests.

Nature lovers will love its 20 miles of wooded hiking paths that traverse creeks and waterfalls, as well as the community's four lakes, populated with a variety of fish including bass, catfish, and rainbow trout. Volleyball and a dog exercise area, playground equipment and boat launches, pavilions and grills: there are countless ways for the whole family to enjoy Connestee Falls' parks.

For those interested in gardening, the community provides plots in the organic gardens, complete with fenced-in raised beds perfect for cultivating vegetables and herbs.

Connestee Falls also excels in providing facilities for pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball. This includes a comprehensive pickleball center with six resurfaced courts, four year-round ClayTech tennis courts, two bocce ball courts, and various clubs for meeting fellow enthusiasts. Moreover, the wellness center offers group fitness classes and personal training to help residents stay fit and healthy.

Residents looking to unwind after a day's excitement can visit the 26,000 square foot clubhouse, which offers both casual and formal dining options, including outdoor seating. As a hub of community activity, the clubhouse is equipped with a dance floor, lounge, event and meeting spaces, and locker rooms with showers.

Why Connestee Falls?

  • Nearby attractions

    Explore the community's signature attraction, Connestee Falls, or venture to other picturesque waterfalls in the vicinity such as Rainbow Falls, Whitewater Falls, or Looking Glass Falls. For something different, delve into the Crystal Mountain Gem Mine or visit The Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas.

  • Homes and Homesites

    AVG. HOME: $712,114

    AVG. HOMESITE: $53,654

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    Activities

    Connestee Falls presents abundant options for maintaining an active lifestyle. Engage in activities such as hiking, pickleball, bocce ball, tennis, volleyball, or basketball. Take your pup to the dog park or get your hands dirty at the organic community garden. Participate in a group fitness class, swim in the pool, or collaborate with a personal trainer at the fitness center. Or, enjoy fishing, swimming, or boating in any of the four stocked, private lakes.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Connestee Falls embraces a relaxed approach to mountain living, accommodating a variety of residents including those staying long-term, part-time, and those looking for a short-term getaway from their everyday routines. With numerous resident and member clubs available, there are ample opportunities for socializing with neighbors.

  • Golf

    Connestee Falls features a semi-private golf course designed by George Cobb in 1973. This 18-hole championship course has water features, elevation changes of up to 3,200 feet, and multiple tees with 3,000 to 6,500 yard plays. The course's rolling greens are surrounded by forests with views of distant mountains. Golfers can enjoy a practice green and a full-service golf pro shop for all their needs.

  • Environmental

    Connestee Falls reserves almost half of its land as conservation areas to be enjoyed by residents and guests.

Connestee Falls — firsthand impressions

matt payne

“From condos to estates, you can find all price points and styles inside these gates.”

— Matt Payne, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Balsam Mountain Preserve

Balsam Mountain Preserve

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Tennis Court
Dining
Community Open Space
Guard/Gated Security
Intra-Community Trail System
Conservation Trust
Historic

Approximate distance

Airport 45.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 40.5 Miles
Mission Hospital 40.7 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 44 Miles
Charlotte 156 Miles

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About Balsam Mountain Preserve

Once a site of logging and mining operations, this land is now a preserve, harmoniously blending pristine mountain allure with upscale living.

Residents have the privilege of indulging in mountain golf at the Arnold Palmer Signature Course, exquisite dining and wine at the clubhouse, a range of fitness activities, tennis, and luxurious spa treatments at the wellness center, as well as camping and hiking adventures across the sprawling 3,200-acre preserve. Moreover, the nature center's exhibits and its three resident naturalists offer enriching experiences for children to connect with the natural world.

A standout feature is the community's equestrian center, boasting club horses, top-notch boarding amenities, and a seating area for post-ride relaxation. Extending from the center are 42 miles of trails waiting to be explored on horseback, while beginners can partake in lessons, camps, and other activities.

Why Balsam Mountain Preserve?

  • Nearby attractions

    In the charming town of Sylva, NC, delve into local shops like Nancy Tuts Christmas Shop or visit the American Museum of the House Cat. Meanwhile, a short drive will take you to the majestic Smokey Mountain National Park, The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

  • Homes and Homesites

    AVG. HOME: $1,591,200

    AVG. HOMESITES: $549,792

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    Activities

    A haven for golf enthusiasts and equestrians, residents can indulge in a variety of activities, such as hiking, camping, swimming, tennis, yoga, group fitness classes, massages, and more—all conveniently located within the preserve's grounds.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Balsam Mountain Preserve's exclusive community is perfect for getting away from it all—immerse yourself in its abundant parkland, sculpted golf course, and horseback adventures.

  • Golf

    The community is centered around an Arnold Palmer Signature Course with picturesque mountainside landscapes, winding streams, and distant peaks. Each hole offers a unique view, resembling a collection of postcards. Additionally, the Palmer Practice Park features a 6-hole course for junior and night golf.

  • Environmental

    With land managed by the Balsam Mountain Trust, this 4,400-acre conservation community aims to protect vast stretches of largely untouched land in Western North Carolina for the enjoyment of its residents. Through thoughtful development, the community ensures its initiatives seamlessly blend with the natural landscape.

Balsam Mountain Preserve — firsthand impressions

Matt Payne

“An up and coming community as development spreads out from Asheville.”

— Matt Payne, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Mountain Air

Mountain Air

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Tennis Court
Dining
Community Open Space
Guard/Gated Security
Intra-Community Trail System
Clubs

Approximate distance

Airport 47.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 35 Miles
Mission Hospital 35.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 43 Miles
Charlotte 134 Miles

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About Mountain Air

Many are drawn to Mountain Air for its impressive 2,875-foot private runway, allowing residents to easily come and go as they please. Beyond this, the mountaintop retreat offers a wide range of amenities catering to diverse interests.

At the heart of the community lies the Slick Rock Village Green, which is home to a clubhouse, Orville and Wilbur's Bar and Grill, a postal station, an amphitheater for gatherings and fitness activities, a nature center with a dedicated naturalist, and a family center complete with a theater, teen room, and children's activity center.

For sports enthusiasts, there are top-notch Har-Tru tennis courts and a pickleball court with stunning mountaintop views, as well as an 18-hole golf course with accompanying putting green and practice range. Nature lovers can explore the community's six parks and extensive network of trails. Additionally, the 4,500-square-foot wellness center offers a dedicated space for achieving daily fitness goals, complete with locker rooms, spa facilities, and engaging programs.

Why Mountain Air?

  • Nearby attractions

    Discover breathtaking mountain views at Mount Mitchell Park (the highest peak in the Black Mountain Range), Roaring Fork Falls, or Summit Trail at Mount Jefferson, then finish the evening with stargazing at the famous Bare Dark Sky Observatory.

  • Homes and Homesites

    AVG. HOME: $771,029

    AVG. HOMESITE: $92.057

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    Activities

    Explore a range of activities at Mountain Air, from golf, tennis, and pickleball, to group fitness classes, hiking, and a community garden—all aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle. Enjoy a movie at the family center, bring your children to the nature center, or attend a performance at the amphitheater.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Experience the summer vacation ambiance at Mountain Air, where you'll be surrounded by breathtaking views and have access to a private airstrip for your convenience.

  • Golf

    Mountain Air's 18-hole golf course offers five primary and three secondary tees in a stunning mountainside setting. Improve your skills at the Lost Chimneys Learning and Performance Center with a putting green, practice range, and high-tech teaching tools. On rainy days, take advantage of the indoor golf simulator, pro shop, and farm-to-table dining.

Mountain Air — firsthand impressions

Jerry Bush

“This unique club provides a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Mountain Air Country Club fosters a sense of community among its members, and promises an unparalleled experience for all.”

— Jerry Bush, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Andreas Tross

“Few other places let you enjoy spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain vistas from your living room at almost 5,000 feet! Talk about fresh mountain air! Located only 30 minutes from Asheville with all of the amenities you’d expect from a high end community, it is definitely worth checking out. Oh, and if you have one, bring your airplane!”

— Andreas Tross, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Elk View

Elk View Home

Community Features

Open Community

Approximate distance

Airport 18 Miles
Downtown Asheville 4 Miles
Mission Hospital 5.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 11 Miles
Charlotte 131 Miles

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About Elk View

This exclusive development of 25 contemporary mountaintop residences is built to harmonize with the landscape through sustainable building practices and contextual architecture. Located in the mountains north of Asheville, it offers beautiful mountain and city views from private properties located amongst biking and hiking trails. Whether you're seeking a forever home, a vacation getaway, or an investment property you can rent out, this enclave will cater to your needs.

Why Elk View?

  • Nearby attractions

    In addition to the area's natural beauty, the development is just 12 minutes from downtown Asheville, granting residents access to the city's abundant amenities, including award-winning breweries, gourmet cuisine, vibrant arts and culture, health and wellness opportunities, shopping, and much more.

  • Homes

    $2M to $3.5M

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    Activities

    Visit historic hiking and biking trails nearby; go for a scenic drive along twisty mountain roads; or drop into Asheville for a night on the town.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    This development caters to environmentally conscious buyers seeking a second home with mountaintop views, particularly if they are hoping for the property to double as a source of rental income when they're out of town.

  • Environment

    All homes are designed for sustainability and minimal impact on the surrounding landscape. Additionally, they are built in such a way as to minimize landscape disruption during construction.

Elk View — firsthand impressions

josh smith

“Whereas other communities in our area offer more transitional or arts-and-crafts style-homes, Elk View's homes are considerably more contemporary. Another value proposition for consumers considering Elk View is the potential for short-term rental opportunities. Especially for those who may want to take advantage of deferring costs with flexible rental options while still utilizing the home throughout the year.”

— Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

South Asheville

1832-Bella-Vista-Court-Arden-7

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Guard/Gated Security
Dining
Tennis Court
Intra-Community Trail System
Clubs
Community Open Space

Approximate distance

Airport 2 – 12.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 7 – 12 Miles
Mission Hospital 5.5 – 10.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 1.5 – 11.5 Miles
Charlotte 124 – 133 Miles

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About South Asheville

South Asheville broadly encompasses the communities and neighborhoods below Biltmore Forest, including much of greater Asheville. This includes Biltmore Park, The Ramble at Biltmore Forest, The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Biltmore Lake, and Poplar Ridge, as well as many other neighborhoods and small developments.

The area has seen an explosion of growth in recent years and offers a range of housing options, from intimate, thoughtfully landscaped cul-de-sac neighborhoods with green Craftsman homes to new townhouses and apartments convenient to major roads.

Those seeking more exclusive luxury experiences can find nationally recognized golf, spectacular views, and abundant social opportunities at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Tennis and woodland living at The Ramble, and privacy and nature without the club fees at Poplar Ridge.

Why South Asheville?

  • Nearby attractions

    South Asheville residents are within reach of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, Bent Creek, Lake Powhatan, and the North Carolina Arboretum.

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    Activities

    South Asheville communities and neighborhoods offer wellness activities like spin classes, yoga, and spa experiences; sports like tennis and golf; trails and scenic roads for hiking, cycling, and going for a drive; fine dining; and outlets for high-end shopping. 

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Each community within South Asheville has its own unique character. In general, however, South Asheville’s neighborhoods are set within gently rolling hills and valleys that look up at the surrounding mountains and city. The neighborhoods are cozy and suburban, placed along main thoroughfares, which makes it easy to get around town. 

  • Golf

    Golfers living in Biltmore Park and The Ramble are convenient to the prestigious Biltmore Forest Country Club—one of the top 3% of clubs in North America—which features a Donald Ross course. Meanwhile, those in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove can enjoy one of the best private golf courses in North Carolina—a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.

  • Environmental

    The city of Asheville has the following policies: 4% annual carbon reduction goal for municipal operations; food policy action plan; 50% municipal solid waste reduction goal by 2035; 100% renewable energy goal for municipal operations by 2030; and the Climate Emergency and Emergency Mobilization Effort to Restore a Safe Climate.

South Asheville — firsthand impressions

Matt Payne

“There are some beautiful views in this community. The homes are nestled into the woods and embraced by the mountains, trees, streams, and forest.”

—  Matt Payne, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker & South Asheville Resident

Josh Smith

“When you're looking at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, you're looking at a community where everyone came from somewhere else. It’s an incredible collection of people and backgrounds. And the community is extremely welcoming; they're very eager to get you connected, whether it's the bowling group, the mahjong group, the bridge club, or any other group or activity within the community.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President & Member of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Rebecca Dougherty

“Biltmore Park is a new city center. They've come in with a new urban design, which includes everything from apartments, to condos, townhomes, single-family homes, and estate homes. So, they've done a beautiful job of creating not only a lifestyle location, but an urban center, which includes a YMCA, and retail shops—-some lovely opportunities with restaurants. It's one of Asheville's most walkable designed communities.”

— Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

Kyle Olinger

“Poplar Ridge is very pretty. There are some really beautiful views, and homes that are just sort of nestled into the woods and embraced by the mountains, and the trees, and the streams, and the forest.”

— Kyle Olinger, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

North Asheville

345 Midland Dr Asheville home

Community Features

Open Community
Historic
Golf Course
Clubhouse
Fitness/Wellness Center
Tennis Court
Dining
Clubs
Community Open Space

Approximate distance

Airport 16 – 20.5 Miles
Downtown Asheville 1.5 – 4 Miles
Mission Hospital 2.5 – 5.5 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 8.5 – 12 Miles
Charlotte 124 – 133 Miles

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About North Asheville

North Asheville includes a number of desirable neighborhoods, including Lakeshore Heights, Grove Park, Lake View Park, and The Hills of Beaverdam, as well as Thoms Estate—a gated community.

The area features a mix of older homes, including grand plantation- and European-style houses convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, plus Asheville’s many shopping, restaurants, wellness, nightlife, and cultural opportunities.

Established in 1894, the Country Club of Asheville offers a neighborhood golf course designed by legendary architect Donald Ross featuring uphill and downhill shots and bent grass fairways. Besides golf, members enjoy fine dining, tennis, aquatics, and fitness opportunities. 

To the delight of nature lovers, the privately owned Beaver Lake is within easy walking distance of many homes in this area. The park is popular for aquatics like fishing, boating, and paddle boarding, as well as walking, biking, and jogging. Birdwatchers can observe a wide variety of birds, such as Brown-headed Nuthatches and Warbling Vireos, along a three-eighths mile boardwalk in the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary, managed by the Audubon Society.

Meanwhile, lifelong learners will appreciate the area's proximity to UNC Asheville and its Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, which offers expert talks, performances, workshops, courses, socials, and other educational opportunities.

At the Grove Park Inn resort, enjoy luxuries fit for presidents and diplomats, from spa experiences to tennis and some of Asheville's finest dining. Foodies can delight in a farm-to-table Sunday brunch featuring the likes of citrus poached shrimp and frangipane cake or hand cut steak al fresco at The Sunset Terrace.

Why North Asheville?

  • Nearby attractions

    North Asheville residents are within easy reach of the Blue Ridge Parkway, French Broad River, Pisgah National Forest, and Botanical Gardens at Asheville.

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    Activities

    Asheville has a little of everything. Whether you like to hike, bike, paddle, or zipline, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. At the same time, Asheville's cultural scene will delight art and music lovers, theatre-goers, history buffs, and foodies alike with Biltmore Estate tours, museums, shopping opportunities, fine dining, spa treatments, craft brews, and more.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    Residents of all ages can enjoy historic neighborhood living convenient to downtown with opportunities to meet neighbors for golf at the country club, stay fit, go out on the town, take a class at the university, or unwind surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Enjoy big city amenities in a town of under 100,000.

  • Golf

    The Country Club of Asheville's short course was updated in 2016 by Richard Mandell. The club is outfitted with a 25-tee driving range, putting and chipping greens, personal training, golf clinics, and SkyTrak indoor golf simulator to help you perfect your swing. The Grove Park Inn also offers a resort course designed by Donald Ross for a change of pace.

  • Environmental

    The city of Asheville's sustainability office implements the following policies: 4% annual carbon reduction goal for municipal operations; food policy action plan; 50% municipal solid waste reduction goal by 2035; 100% renewable energy goal for municipal operations by 2030; and the Climate Emergency and Emergency Mobilization Effort to Restore a Safe Climate.

North Asheville — firsthand impressions

Josh Smith

“There's a lot of community games at the golf course at the Country Club of Asheville, you know, tied to the neighborhoods and different age groups and things like that. The golf course at The Country Club of Asheville is short, very approachable, and easy to walk. It’s an easy outlet for somebody that wants to be within close proximity to Asheville, but also have a golf option. Grove Park is the kind of neighborhood where you can ride a bike downtown and still walk across the street and play golf.”

Josh Smith, Walnut Cove Realty, President

Rebecca Dougherty

“Centered around the iconic Grove Park Inn, this North Asheville neighborhood is broader than just Grove Park. It's a beautiful mixed neighborhood that started in the 20s, and it's grown up to include both new and modern, and old and traditional. It's exceptional, and a coveted place in the city of Asheville. Both the Grove Park Inn and Country Club of Asheville have golf course memberships available.”

Rebecca Dougherty, Walnut Cove Realty, Executive Broker

High Vista

High Vista

Community Features

Golf Course
Clubhouse
Dining
Guard/Gated Security
Tennis Court

Approximate distance

Airport 6 Miles
Downtown Asheville 15 Miles
Mission Hospital 15 Miles
Blue Ridge Parkway 10 Miles
Charlotte 116 Miles

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About High Vista

This private community is conveniently located between Asheville and Hendersonville, NC, in Mills River. Boasting over 500 acres of rolling hills and woodlands studded with azaleas and mountain laurel, the community provides mountain living just six miles from the airport.

Many of the community’s 350 homes offer views of the surrounding mountains or the community’s newly renovated Chestnut Mountain Golf Course at elevations of 2,200 to 3,200 feet.

Meanwhile, membership in the POA (High Vista’s Amenities Association) grants residents access to the pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, and Robinson’s Pub restaurant. However, residents who wish to enjoy the security of a gated community without the additional fees will appreciate that this membership is optional.

Why High Vista?

  • Nearby attractions

    Mills River boasts a 50-acre park featuring a dog exercise area, courts, playground, and trails. Nearby, Biltmore Park Town Square provides diverse shops, dining, a YMCA, and a Regal theater. Meanwhile, foodies can indulge in local brews at Sierra Nevada, Mills River Brewing, and more, or savor cideries like Burning Blush and Bold Rock.

  • Homes & Homesites

    HOMES: $535K to $1.2M

    HOMESITES: $15K to $125K

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    Activities

    POA members in High Vista can take advantage of amenities like tennis courts, a pool, and the clubhouse, as well as the newly renovated Chestnut Mountain Golf Course.

  • Lifestyle & Vibe

    An established, year-round community of residents of all ages, from young professionals, families, and retirees.

  • Golf

    POA members can enjoy a semi-private mountain golfing experience at The Chestnut Mountain Golf Course. It features elevation changes, ponds, mature oak and pine trees, blushing azaleas, and at times challengingly tight fairways set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

High Vista — firsthand impressions

sharon

“High Vista’s residents enjoy the convenience of the community’s location and the beauty of its natural surroundings. The optional Amenities Association offers access to a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis/pickleball courts, and the Robinson’s Pub restaurant. Chestnut Mountain Golf Club is beautifully sculpted into the center of the community, emphasizing the elements that are unique to a true mountain golfing experience.”

Sharon Sweeney, Walnut Cove Realty, Broker

Exceptional Luxury Real Estate Services in North Carolina

Walnut Cove Realty is a real estate firm representing homeowners and developers in Asheville, North Carolina, and the broader WNC region. We believe everyone deserves to live in a house they love. That’s why we use our knowledge of the area to help buyers find the perfect luxury mountain home—and help sellers maximize their selling price and navigate their home sale from start to finish.

Here’s our promise to you when you work with us:

  • Transparent, thoughtful communication. The foundation of any great relationship—whether it be with a buyer or seller—begins with excellent communication. We promise to listen to your needs, offer valuable feedback, and keep you informed every step of the way.
  • A commitment to every client. We structure each of our luxury real estate services to ensure we are invested in your success—no matter what success means to you. When you win, we win—and we love to win

How can we help you?

For buyers

Let our experts pair you with your perfect luxury home.

For sellers

Attract your perfect buyer with the best offer.

For buyers looking to build

Learn about our popular WCR Luxury Spec Home Program.

Referrals and relocation

Learn about our trusted network of global affiliates and relocation services.

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Your Right-hand Real Estate Agents

For more than 15 years, the luxury real estate specialists at Walnut Cove Realty have used their unique knowledge of Western North Carolina’s most exclusive communities to help hundreds of buyers find the perfect luxury mountain home.

As a long-time luxury real estate market leader in Western North Carolina, our team of record-breaking agents, an award-winning marketing department, a Luxury Marketing Specialist, and top-notch administrative professionals, ensure our clients receive superior results throughout the entire process. Through Walnut Cove Realty's affiliation with Allen Tate Realtors® / Beverly-Hanks REALTORS®, our marketing reach extends globally through Luxury Portfolio International® and LeadingRE. Our tailored, data-driven approach to pricing, marketing, and negotiation combined with exemplary service have been our hallmark for decades.

Talk to us and move forward confidently.

To learn more about luxury real estate in Western North Carolina or schedule a free private tour? Give us a call. Our experienced real estate sales staff is eager to help.

We look forward to hearing from you!