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The natural beauty of the area can be enjoyed year-round making it an outdoorsman's
paradise. Lake Lure and Lake James are nearby lakes where you can enjoy swimming,
boating, fishing, hiking, and much more. The nearby Green River is ideal
for canoeing and is state stocked, providing excellent fishing. Golf is plentiful in the area. Cleghorn Plantation, Silver Creek Plantation, Meadow Brook, and Fairfield Mountains, are a few of the premier public courses. Within an hour's drive we have a dozen trout streams, and two major lakes. Some of the best hiking in the east including the Daniel Boone Trail (which traverses over Grandfather Mountain), the Appalachian Trail, and Linville Gorge (one of only three federal wilderness areas east of the Rocky Mountains). Just to our east is the South Mountain State Park, North Carolina's largest state park, with over thirty thousand acres open to the public. Hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, and horseback riding are just a few things the park offers. To our north there is excellent skiing at Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain. Go to the area links page for more info. |
The properties we offer are nestled between the beautiful South Mountains and the historic Blue Ridge Mountains, in Southern McDowell County, North Carolina. A short drive from the quaint country town of Marion this local community offers a hospital, major food and dept. stores (such as Wal-Mart, and Lowe's Home Improvement), plus antique, & specialty shops. McDowell County has four distinct seasons and the area has been recognized as one of the best places to retire because of its unique climate. Referred to as the Isothermal Belt, it is an area of constant mild temperatures. Simply put, it does not get as warm in the summer or as cold in the winter as other surrounding areas. Go to the area links page for more info. |
FACTS The Land: Our tracts range from 1 to 10 acres in size. We have two-lane paved road systems and underground electric throughout our developments. There are a wide variety of home sites available offering beautiful mature hardwoods, small streams, seclusion, and breathtaking mountain views. Come see for yourself! The Cabins: We work with a select group of the best local home builders to construct a variety of mountain retreats. You can choose from log cabin shells that can be finished to suite your needs, the convenience of a fully finished turnkey house, or have your dream home designed by our on staff architect. Climate: The average annual temperature is 59.9ºF The average snowfall 2.74 inches The average humidity is approximately 65% Taxes: Rate is .55 per $100 of assessed value Overnight Accommodations: Go to the area links page for more info. Hampton Inn, I-40 Exit 85 Marion, NC 28752, (828) 652-5100 or (800) HAMPTON Comfort Inn, I-40 Exit 86 Marion, NC 28752, (828) 652-4888 or (800) 228-5150 Inn at Blue Ridge,17677 Hwy 221 N. Marion, NC 28752, (866) 756-7001 Carrier Houses B&B, 255 N. Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC - (800) 835-7071 For more information or to make an appointment please call (828) 652-8700 today. |
