Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina and covers about 3,900 acres, acting like its own small gated town, and offers a mix of homes, cottages, and mountain-view home sites, plus a few hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, lodges, inns, cabin retreats, vacation rentals, camping, and RV places for visitors who want to stay a while. The land's full of natural beauty, with five main lakes, rivers, lots of creeks, over 400 acres of woods, and well-kept walking and hiking trails that stretch about 20 miles, along with easy strolls to viewpoints for Connestee Falls, Middle Batson Creek Falls, and the Silver Slip waterfall, and there are viewing spots for waterfalls that are wheelchair-accessible as well, folks can also find picnic areas, fishing spots, and a boardwalk to a safe lookout over the falls. The place keeps about 60 resident clubs and volunteer groups going, so you'll likely find others who share your interests, and the Overlook Clubhouse is often where folks gather, serving as a 26,000-square-foot hub for dining, golf, social events, and meetings, with rooms like the Cherokee Room for banquets, the Blue Ridge Lounge for dinners and dancing, and The Grill for lunch, plus a big terrace with panoramic mountain and golf course views. There's live music at the clubhouse four nights a week, outdoor dining and event areas for watching sunsets, a library for reading or quiet time, and a Wellness Center with exercise studios and fitness equipment, while the pool, golf course, and tennis courts cover those who want recreation. The community's got spas and wellness amenities, and staples like the Golf Pro Shop and locker rooms with showers, alongside breakout spaces and banquet halls for private parties, meetings, and even weddings. The local visitor center helps folks find their way, giving out info on water safety, nature trails, local attractions, and even the many waterfalls in Transylvania County, which has earned the area the 'Land of Waterfalls' nickname, hosting over 250 falls including those at nearby Dupont State Recreational Forest and Pisgah National Forest. For those who need extra support, there are some assisted living and possibly other care types available, and organizations like Hands of Purpose Inc. and the American Red Cross lend a hand with disaster relief or help to those in need, while environmental efforts run through the Sherwood Forest Homeowners Associates, making sure the woods and lakes stay preserved for wildlife and people alike. The community offers festivals, art events, and local experiences, and the event calendar keeps track of everything, with the homeowners' association-Connestee Falls Property Owners' Association (POA)-overseeing most things, making sure the natural setting, mountain vistas, and laid-back way of life stick around for everyone, all within a setting that often feels a bit like a private park with plenty to do and many ways to meet neighbors or simply enjoy the quiet outdoors.