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Mountains, Lakes & Foothills
Asheville, North Carolina Nestled comfortably amid the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky mountains of Western North Carolina, Asheville offers an attractive balance of scenic mountain adventures and city  life within the valley. Ranked number 1 of 10 Great Adventure Towns by National Geographic Adventure magazine, Asheville provides both visitors and retirees comfortable year-round living with four nearly equal seasons that bring flowering spring blooms, warm summer temperatures, brilliant autumn color and moderate winter snowfall. Located just outside of town is the famous Biltmore Estate & Gardens and the renown Grove Park Inn & Spa. The area offers just the right mix of river rafting, kayaking, fishing, snow skiing, hiking, biking, golf or most any outdoor leisure activity to suit your preferences.
Brevard, North Carolina Known for attracting outdoor adventure and boasting of the prestigious Brevard Music Center, Brevard is home to more than 250 waterfalls, hundreds of acres of state and national forests and small-town charm. Surrounding this small, Appalachian community is Pisgah National Forest, Gorges State Park and Looking Glass Rock where opportunities to canoe, kayak, hike or just relax await both visitors and residents. The nearby Brevard Music Center attracts and develops some of the most promising young musical talent in the region and offers a variety of entertainment including operas, musicals, jazz and classical concerts.
Cashiers, North Carolina Located in the corner of southwestern North Carolina, Cashiers is surrounded by the towering Blue Ridge Mountains. This mountain village takes you back to the beauty of nature without city noise or any man-made attractions. Instead, Cashiers boasts of fresh- water mountain streams ripe for fly-fishing and catching trout; hiking trails through breath-taking scenic mountain hillsides; and Whitewater Falls which has a drop deeper than Niagara Falls and nearly equal to the drop of Victoria Falls in Africa. And, for the avid golfer, Cashiers offers plenty of challenging, scenic mountain golf courses which even the famous Bobby Jones enjoyed during his vacation days. Those who have discovered Cashiers often return to visit and others stay for a lifetime.
Hendersonville, North Carolina Historic Hendersonville is located between the South Carolina border and Asheville, North Carolina. Home to Flat Rock known for its Flat Rock Playhouse and historic Carl Sandburg home, Hendersonville offers the quaintness of a small town atmosphere surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains which come to life each fall with brilliant, autumn colors. Plenty of outdoor activity including hiking, fishing, championship golf, tennis and camping are available throughout the Hendersonville area. The downtown area offers a number of restaurants with a variety of menus to satisfy most any dining preference. The annual Music on Main Street and famed North Carolina Apple Festival are just a couple of examples of entertainment options for visitors and those who have chosen Hendersonville for their home.
Lake Keowee, South Carolina Situated with 18,500 acres of water and a 300-mile shoreline, Lake Keowee is a haven for boating, fishing, water skiing, swimming, camping and picnicking. Beautiful  lakeside homes offer large, scenic water views from inlets, bays and the main shoreline. Sparkling blue waters and tree-lined shores highlight this attractive location that boasts of sailing and prestigious golf courses. Various waterfront communities offer a number of features and amenities for the discriminating home buyer including a private marina, equestrian center, private spa, hiking trails and a Tom Fazio masterpiece golf course featuring nine lakeside holes. Protective environmental covenants are in place to preserve the natural beauty this area offers.
Lake Hartwell A favorite recreational venue for upstate Carolinians, Lake Hartwell offers more than 900 miles of shoreline situated beneath the North and South Carolina mountains. Primary and secondary homesites nestled in scenic settings are found throughout the shores of Lake Hartwell in both community-developments and privately purchased lots. Plenty of recreational opportunities abound for nearly every water activity from boating to fishing or for those who prefer the challenges of top-rated golf courses designed by the best-known architects in the sport. Several marinas are available to store or dock personal water craft with many offering waterfront dining to begin or conclude a relaxing time on the lake.
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