French Broad Crossing

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If you're looking for a mountain river retreat with both privacy and a strong sense of community, head to French Broad Crossing. Located just 30 minutes from Asheville, N.C., the real estate offerings in this community are surrounded by some of the oldest mountains in the world and offer easy access to the scenic French Broad River. Residents will appreciate the family-friendly atmosphere and the chance to escape the fast pace of life. The home sites at French Broad Crossing offer a combination of the best natural amenities that Asheville realty has to offer.

Immerse yourself in the outdoor amenities accompanying this French Broad River real estate that add to the site's commitment to preservation. Each home site offers easy access to paths inviting you to take a leisurely nature stroll, hike steep inclines or take a mountain biking excursion. At the heart of the community, the 230-acre Elbow Hollow Conservation Area provides the ideal spot to explore the mountain forest and its amazing plant life. The central trail leads to the reflection garden and several beautiful waterfalls along the creek, nestled within these Blue Ridge Mountain homes above Asheville. Also a close walk from your doorstep, the French Broad River features calm pools for wading or class 3 rapids for kayaking or whitewater rafting. The Southeast Regional Land Conservancy, Inc. manages hundreds of acres on the property, ensuring that future generations will be able to enjoy the natural surroundings as well.

Community members at French Broad Crossing enjoy use of the magnificent River Lodge. This beautiful timber-frame facility - with large boulders from the site used as its base - was constructed using the latest green building techniques. In addition, local artisans from the Asheville community and surrounding areas--stone masons, carpenters and blacksmiths--created the details and finishes that give the stately lodge its character. Here, the gourmet Viking kitchen, generous gathering area and game room invite get-togethers with friends and family, with a grand patio overlooking a section of the French Broad River's class 3 rapids, a favorite site for Asheville city and local kayakers. The lodge area also includes a fully equipped fitness center, free-style pool and hot tub, and the nearby reflection garden is an ideal spot for relaxing in the fresh mountain air.

French Broad Crossing contains three wooded neighborhoods: Trailside, The Bluffs and The Cottages. Each home site offers natural features, such as spectacular mountain views and acres of rich forest making French Broad Crossing one of the premier mountain community destinations in all of Asheville.

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