Living Here

The western North Carolina region has so much to offer. You will quickly learn that the area's resources rival those of any large metropolitan city. In fact, Mountain Homes Magazine, in addition to several other lifestyle resources, frequently names Hendersonville, Asheville and Flat Rock as top places to live and to retire. In addition to cultural and recreational opportunities, the area is rich with continuing education opportunities and top-of-the line medical facilities and care.

Hendersonville

Hendersonville – the city of four seasons. Located in Henderson County, this charming southern town has an average elevation of 2,200 feet above sea level with an average temperature of 71 degrees in the summer and 39 degrees in the winter. Annual rainfall totals approximately 48 inches and mild weather generally prevails.

Conveniently located to nearby cities of Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC; and the smaller towns of Flat Rock and Saluda, NC, Hendersonville sits on a scenic mountain plateau cradled between the Great Smokey Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains in a region called, "Land of the Sky."

Best known for its apple festival, Hendersonville is an area that offers something for everyone.

Asheville

Mountain adventure of the most diverse kind awaits your visit to Asheville, whether you're planning a tour of restaurants and culinary delights or coming to try out the area's top-rated outdoor sports activities, or a thriving arts community. The Biltmore Estate tops the list of Asheville's best-known attractions.

Flat Rock

The entire district of Flat Rock is included in the National Register of Historic Places. Historic Flat Rock Incorporated strives to preserve the feeling of the Old South and is home to several attractions such as: The Flat Rock Playhouse, State Theatre of NC; the Carl Sandburg Home (national Historic Site); St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church; and the Historic Woodfield Inn in addition to many unique specialty shops and enterprises.

Outdoor Activities Abound

The following areas have great places for hiking, exploring stunning waterfalls and for simply enjoying nature.