Brevard North Carolina Real Estate Blog

It's that time of year again! Time to go nuts for the 2010 White Squirrel Festival.  It's all happening May 28-29 in downtown Brevard, NC.

The center piece of the two day festival, voted the best music festival in Western North Carolina by the Asheville Citizen Times readers in 2008, is the music. Performances by 19 different groups begins both days at noon and goes until 10:30 pm.

But music is just a part of this annual event. One of the highlights is the Squirrel Box Derby. Two age groups, 8-11 and 12-17 build their vehicles for speed as well as crowd appeal.  The race is strictly based on gravity as contestants head down "Jail House Hill" to the finish line.  There's also a photo contest and of course vendors lining both sides of the street throughout the day.  If you're up for some exercise, you can compete in the 5K and 10K Squirrel Races sponsored by the local Rotary Club.

Why White Squirrels? There are lots of legends and stories about how our area became home to so many white squirrels, but whichever story you choose to believe, white squirrels are part of the character of Brevard so why not celebrate it!

If you're in the Brevard area....come on downtown and catch some home town fun!

 

 

If you're a golfer, you already know that there's just something special about a day on the course. Here in western North Carolina, where we play "mountain golf" the spectacular mountain views, the cool summer breezes, and the challenge of playing a course that is any thing but flat, makes any round of golf pretty interesting.

Before moving here permanantly, I vacationed here so I spent time on a number of the golf courses in the area where I lost more than my fair share of balls to the creeks, cliffs, and crevices!

So with that theme in mind, I want to introduce you to just a few of the homes and condos for sale in golf course communities in the Brevard and Cashiers area of North Carolina. Whether you're looking for a place to live full time....or a "lock-n-leave" place for seasonal visits, you have lots to choose from.

The first stop is Burlingame Country Club, located about 30 minutes west of Brevard and 15 minutes east of Cashiers. It is a beautiful golf course community with full club house, a fabulous golf course, tennis, state of the art fitness center, and more. The Horsepasture River meanders throughout the entire community with beautiful waterfalls and shoals, plus it is stocked with trout for fly fishing.

At the top end of the price range is this executive home at 161 Old Still Road. With over 4,500 square feet of living area, this home is pure quality everywhere you look...from the beautiful Brazillian hardwood floors, to the Frank Lloyd Wright designed windows in the library. The main level features a large formal dining room, spacious kitchen and family room, a warm and cozy library, and a spacious master suite with fireplace. When company comes, and you know they will, the lower level has a full family room, a guest suite with private bath, plus an additional bedroom and bath so everyone can enjoy their own space. There is also a full apartment above the garage that is just right for more guests, or as an in-law suite, or use it yourself as private fitness studio, art studio, library....or any other number of ways.  Offered at $1,299,900. 

 

 

 

The next home in Burlingame Country Club is 84 Rhododendrun Run.  This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is over 2,300 square feet of comfortable living space with a split bedroom floor plan, all on one level. It has a newer roof and updated kitchen. My favorite spot is the large screened porch and open deck that overlooks the fairway. It's a great place to entertain or simply spend time catching up with nature. The home is being sold totally furnished with only a few exceptions. So pack your suitcase and move in! Attractively priced at $799,000.

 

 

 

 

 

This condo in Burlingame at 22 Racquet Club Villa Drive proves that great things come in small packages. It's the perfect lock-n-leave getaway. This 1,345 square foot gem is located within walking distance to the club house, the driving range, and the tennis courts. Plus, it has some of the best mountain and lake views available. The comfortable maste suite is on the main floor and an additional guest room and bath are on the half level up. The living room feautres cathedral ceilings and a wide open view of Soquilla Lake and the mountains. Or, you can enjoy the great mountain views from the large screened porch. It's a perfect spot for outdoor dining. This condo is being sold completely furnished with only a few exceptions, and it includes the golf cart! Priced to sell at only $315,000.

 

 

 

 

At 59 River Club Lane, you'll quickly learn that the only long drive you'll be making is on the golf course! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is a short walk from the club house and all the amenities including the pool and fitness area. The large master suite is on the main floor along with a light and bright living area, spacious kitchen, and a large screened porch. On the lower level is private guest suite including a separate deck. This condo is a great value whether it's a year round home or a seasonal escape. It is being sold furnished for only $299,900.

 

 

 

 

 

The last stop on today's tour of homes is Glen Cannon Country Club located about 10 minutes from the heart of downtown Brevard.

 

If you are looking for that total mountain-golf course experience, you'll find it here at 1037 Glen Cannon Drive. The home sits on over 1.24 acres with some of the best views in all of Glen Cannon....plus the golf course is only steps away from your back door. Walk through the front door and you'll be "wowed" by the expansive view of the Glen Cannon golf course and the Blue Ridge mountains. Best of all, these fabulous views are yours to enjoy from virtually every room in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. With over 4,200 square foot, the home has plenty of spacious and well designed living area. The master suite is on the main floor along with the living room, formal dining room, updated kitchen and keeping room. Plus there is plenty of room for family and friends with two additional bedrooms and bath plus a full size family room on the lower level. Multiple decks and a screened porch make outdoor entertaining a breeze! This home has been meticulousl maintained with numerous features and upgrades. It is offered at $499,900.

 

These are just a few of the homes and condos available in the Brevard area. If you'd like additional information about these or any other property, call the Clay Team at 828-551-6290 or 828-551-6291.  To learn more about Brevard, NC, or to search on your own for homes and land for sale, visit us online at www.BrevardNCProperty.com.