Drawn to the Blue Ridge Mountains by breathtaking scenery and a deep affinity for nature, area homeowners often wish to expand their living space into the great outdoors. In the mountains, many of life’s best moments are lived on trails, at the edges of cliffs, or even just in one’s own backyard, with a soundtrack of a trickling stream or roaring waterfall playing in the background.
There is no shortage of private communities centered around an outdoor lifestyle on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, but not all of them feature an 18-hole golf course awarded four-and-a-half stars by Golf Magazine. Nor do they all include access to Lake Glenville, said to be the highest-elevation lake east of the Mississippi River. At Trillium Links and Lake Club, members can enjoy the best of both golfing and lake experiences.
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.
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