A couple generations ago, Transylvania County residents of all ages would congregate at Camp Straus. The camp boasted that nearly every kid in the county had once waded past the salamanders and tadpoles to take their first dip in the waters of its seven-acre pond. Today, residents of Straus Park are still making abundant memories […]
South Asheville is a region of town with a long history but a newly minted and still developing identity. Spanning the south side of downtown, through Biltmore Village and down Highway 25 to Biltmore Park Town Square, the highly urbanized region covers a lot of ground. And that means there is a ton of stuff […]
Asheville, NC is on top of every travel writer’s list. This is in no small part because everything thrives here—the fine arts, music, crafts, cuisine, and especially, craft brewing. Bordered by Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway, the area is also a hot spot for outdoor adventures for every taste and activity level. […]
Mills River is a community that offers the best of mountain history and growing modernity, with a healthy dose of outdoor adventure thrown in for the mix. The history of the area dates back to the late 18th century, and yet, the town only chose to incorporate in 2003. The result is a unique mix […]
Whoever said that small-town life was a small life never lived in Burnsville, NC. The town offers living situations and outdoor experiences that go above and beyond the norm, presenting you with many opportunities to Live Abundantly in WNC. In turn, these experiences are attracting a growing community of people to the area. “Burnsville is […]
As a small Madison County town, Marshall, NC has made the most of riverside living by focusing on community. Marshall’s Main Street offers signs of the town’s unique blend of old and the new. Locals frequent the town’s bookstore and numerous galleries, antique shops, breweries, and eateries. Hovering above it all is the historic, cupola-domed […]
Imagine all the conveniences of living in a city center without the challenges. Biltmore Park, located in South Asheville, NC, offers a fresh re-imagining of the main streets of the past. The community was built to meet today’s standards of smart growth, green living, and reduced driving. Here’s everything you need to know about Biltmore […]
Henderson County is located in North Carolina’s western mountain region. But the area is characterized by an extensive plateau along the French Broad and Mills River valleys. The terrain and climate have historically been a haven for apples, the traditional agricultural crop in the county. The tradition of honoring the local apple industry persists through […]
With a population of 3,900, Weaverville has had a mini growth spurt in recent years. Away from the hustle and bustle of typical urban life, Weaverville has cultivated a full and active community unique among towns across Western North Carolina. There are plenty of terms we could use to characterize this charming small town. But […]
On the west side of Waynesville is an area known as Hazelwood Village. Once the incorporated town of Hazelwood, NC, the neighborhood has maintained its own identity and evolved into a revitalized retail district. Locals and visitors enjoy arts and shopping along the walkable Hazelwood Avenue, including the iconic Hazelwood Soap Company, Robin Blu, and […]
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