The Settings of Black Mountain is a beautiful gated community of higher end homes, lots with mountain views, and amenities fitting of a mountain neighborhood. In this post, we’ll look at what The Settings offers, the history of the community, and what makes this community so unique and desirable. History of The Settings First, a brief history of how The Settings was developed. The land that now Continue Reading
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Places to Stay in Black Mountain, NC: Hotels, B&B’s & More…from a Local’s Perspective
Are you planning a trip to Black Mountain and wondering about the best places to stay? It can be a challenge to determine the best lodging options when only searching online from afar. As someone who has lived in the area for over 15 years, and has had many friends and family come to visit, I’d like to share a few hotel, bed & breakfast, and Airbnb recommendations for my hometown of Black Continue Reading
Discover Things To Do in Black Mountain, NC
Black Mountain, NC is an enchanting mountain town with a lot to offer, especially fun things to do. Maybe you want a delicious bite at its superb restaurants or to dive into an ice cold beer at some of its welcoming breweries. Or perhaps you crave outdoor adventures and the comfort of a winding trail ahead of you; either way, you’ll always find something to do in Black Mountain that calls to Continue Reading
Cheshire Village in Black Mountain: History & About this Unique Community
The Village of Cheshire is one of the most unique communities in the Asheville, NC area. It’s also one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Black Mountain. It is set apart in Black Mountain as the only Traditional Neighborhood Development or “TND” in town. In this article, we’ll take a look at the history of Cheshire, as well as what to expect when considering different types of Cheshire Village Continue Reading
The Definitive Guide for a First Time Home Buyer in NC
Buying a home in North Carolina for the first time may seem like a daunting process, especially for first time home buyers. But it can actually be an enjoyable process, especially if you have a good understanding of how the process works, what type of financing programs you can choose from, and what down payment assistance is available. The first step to buying a home is to get Continue Reading
Biltmore Forest NC: Neighborhood Spotlight
Our neighborhood spotlight articles are a great way to get an overview of a particular community. In this article, we’ll discuss Biltmore Forest, which is surely one of the most unique communities in all of North Carolina, let alone the Asheville, NC area. What is Biltmore Forest? Biltmore Forest is unique in several ways. First, Biltmore Forest, NC is not just a neighborhood; it is actually an Continue Reading
Best Places to Live in Western North Carolina: Where & Why
Western North Carolina is no longer a well-kept secret. Visitors flock to this area all throughout the year, and many of them come here with the hope of finding real estate to buy. In this article, we’ll look at some of the best places to live in Western North Carolina, and why those places are so great! What is Considered Western North Carolina? Western North Carolina, or “WNC,” consists of the Continue Reading
Is Asheville, NC a Good Place to Retire?
In recent years, Asheville, North Carolina has become a very popular area for people looking to retire. The reasons are countless, but some of the most common reasons people cite for retiring in Asheville are the beautiful weather, the incredible scenery, the opportunities for recreation, and the endless number of quality restaurants. Of course, these are reasons for anyone to move to Continue Reading
Best Restaurants (and Bars) in Black Mountain, NC
Black Mountain serves up some delicious niche restaurants, bistros, cafes, and markets that have become staples in the downtown and surrounding communities with solid support from residents and visitors. There’s a wide range of establishments offering simple to exquisite cuisine, and they all have two things in common. First, each of these Black Mountain favorites is well worth the dining Continue Reading
Buying Asheville Vacation Homes as Investment Properties
Asheville vacation homes have become a very popular type of investment property. It’s safe to say we get more inquiries from buyers looking for vacation homes in Asheville, NC than we do buyers looking for multi-family investment properties. But before jumping into your search for a vacation rental, there are several important things to consider. These include: The types of vacation homes Continue Reading
