A meeting with real estate broker Linda Pridgen feels every bit as comfortable as the Blue Ridge Mountain community she calls home. Her love of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau becomes evident as she shares her knowledge of the area, and a long career in education, club management, and real estate lends her warmth and an engaging character.
A summer spent in the mountains can feel like returning home. The slower pace of life, fresh mountain air, and cooler ambient temperatures provide true rejuvenation for the mind and body. But for members of The Chattooga Club, time spent at their private retreat is not just coming home; it’s coming home to the open arms of a large, extended family.
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Although revelers on both sides of the pond raise a pint on St. Patrick’s Day, there’s nowhere better to celebrate this legendary event than in Dublin itself. Each year, the Irish capital serves up a riot of shamrocks, shenanigans, and sprightly celebrations — just like a perfectly poured Smithwick.
Seasonal residents and weekend visitors flock to Cashiers, North Carolina, for the cozy, small-town atmosphere and breathtaking natural scenery. Now, a charming hotel and bustling brewery combine to transform the heart of Cashiers.
At The Bascom (A Center for the Visual Arts) in Highlands, North Carolina, art is a collaborative process, and everyone is invited to join.
Please enjoy our latest edition of NC Living magazine, packed with updates and inspiration to make your season great.
Residents often choose to live on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau because they follow a vision, and a unique story represents each of those visions. Rick understands those stories well because his own life has followed a trajectory quite similar to many of his clients.
Perched at over 4,250 feet in elevation and tucked against Whiteside Mountain lies one of the best-kept secrets in Highlands, North Carolina. Wildcat Cliffs Country Club provides an intimate social lifestyle for its members, who come to the mountains for the agreeable weather and scenery but end up staying for the lasting bonds formed within their gates.
As much of the nation indulges in winter sports or huddles by the fireplace, the Sunshine State welcomes over 100,000 visitors to its annual Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show from February 14 to 18.
Words by Emily Davis
Photography by Courtney Snyder
Confucius once advised his disciples, “Study the past if you would define the future.” The Cashiers Historical Society, long a staple of education, preservation, and outreach on the Plateau, embraces that philosophy wholeheartedly. [...]
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Words by Emily Davis
Photography courtesy of The Gasparilla Inn & Club
As shortened days and frosty nights descend over North America, vacationers seek refuge in Boca Grande, Florida, where the sun beams its comforting warmth and ocean breezes soothe winter-weary souls. There lies a historic island gem, The Gasparilla Inn & Club. The iconic [...]
Words by Emily Davis
photography by Andrew Renfro, courtesy of the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust
In the present day, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau serves as a vacation destination for those seeking cool mountain air, prestigious golf courses, fine dining, and charming shops. While perhaps not the [...]
Words by Ellen Jones
As New York City wraps itself in a twinkling frosty embrace, The Winter Show rolls out the red carpet for art connoisseurs and aficionados. If Frieze is the contemporary enfant terrible of the art world, The Winter Show is the classic grande dame. It’s little surprise, then, that this [...]
Perfectly positioned within the Old Edwards complex on Main Street in Highlands, North Carolina, Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar provides an ideal spot to get away from the hustle and bustle while immersing oneself in the distinctive local culture. Upon entering the restaurant, diners immediately notice the open kitchen, stone bar lit from [...]
In the world of design, it’s frequently out with the old and in with the new. Trends, after all, cycle in and out of fashion, following changes in how we live and regard our environments. In recent decades, the mantra “less is more” has dominated the scene, with a sleek, at times even sparse, approach to décor driving a pared-down and less [...]
New Year, New Issue! Please enjoy our newest edition of NC Living magazine, packed with stories, tips, and trends to make your new year sparkle!
Nestled along Florida’s Emerald Coast, South Walton’s sugar-white beaches offer a blissful respite from the biting chill of a North Carolina winter. Between the winding boardwalks that overlook sparkling turquoise waters and cobblestone streets lined by maritime-inspired cottages, the promise of relaxation is delivered in spades.
Spend your next holiday at The Greystone Inn. This hidden gem of a resort is situated amidst the winter landscape of the North Carolina mountains. With its serene lakeside location and ultra-cozy accommodations, The Greystone Inn promises the perfect luxurious and tranquil winter getaway for all who visit.
Home to lush valleys, snow-capped peaks, and scenic vistas, North Carolina’s High Country is a picture-perfect backdrop for an idyllic winter escape. Nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts flock to the region from all over to experience the rustic charm of winter destinations like Boone Mountain, Banner Elk Mountain, and Beech Mountain.
A glittering playground for art aficionados, tastemakers, and those with an insatiable appetite for luxury and culture, Art Basel Miami Beach is the contemporary art world’s hottest ticket.
