Homes For Sale in Skyland, NC
The community of Skyland is located about eight miles south of downtown Asheville and about three miles south of Biltmore Forest off US 25. Skyland, is home to scores of additional eateries and shops and more recreation facilities including the county-run Zeugner Center which has a heated indoor pool, measuring 35-by-75 feet that hosts water exercise classes and open swim times for the public.
One of the community's highlights is Lake Julian, a thermal lake that is used as a cooling agent for Progress Energy. Also run by the county, Lake Julian Park, is popular among local families. Buncombe County residents can rent picnic shelters for family reunions, birthday parties or special events. The 300-acre lake and surrounding park offers picnicking spots, boating, fishing and a playground. The lake has an abundance of fish, including bass, brim, catfish, crappie and tilapia. Anglers can fish from the shore and, for a small fee, from privately owned or rented boats. The park also rents paddle boats and canoes, and provides free use of a pontoon boat for people with disabilities, senior citizens and student groups. On the shore, there's a sand volleyball court and horseshow pits.
The park is open year round, though the hours vary with the seasons. In addition to the regular offerings, Lake Julian is center stage for special annual events, including fireworks displays on July 4, fishing tournaments and the Festival of Lights.
REAL ESTATE LISTINGS IN SKYLAND
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