What does "Live Your Luxury" mean?
The word luxury is associated with richness, opulence, and affluence. However, at Engel & Völkers we let you decide what luxury means for you and your family. Whether it be a home that offers proximity to all of your favorite spots in town or the ability to open your door and catch views that span for miles, luxury is defined by your needs. That is why we always tell clients to Live Your Luxury. As real estate advisors, our mission is not to simply facilitate transactions, but to help you discover what luxury means to you and achieve it.
Since the beautiful Western North Carolina mountains are extremely lush and luxurious on their own, we have nailed down 5 different examples of what living your luxury could mean right here in our very own Asheville market. While this list is not comprehensive, this is a great way to take a look into what Asheville and Western North Carolina have to offer.
Easy Access to Trails & Nature
For many, the draw of Asheville and the surrounding Western North Carolina cities is the closeness to nature and the ability to blend your life seamlessly with the natural world. Since we are centered here in the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains, it is not hard to find homes in the area that have easy access to hiking trails, nature walks, water features, and more. From the expansive Blue Ridge Parkway to the multitude of waterfalls within the Pisgah National Forest, there is no shortage of fun to be had within mountain playgrounds. If have a close connection with mother nature is important to you, we can help you find a home that will let you live luxuriously and harmoniously with your surroundings.
Proximity to Town Centers
If luxury is less about nature and more about amenities for you, it’s a good thing Asheville has tons of options when it comes to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Places like Biltmore Park, South Asheville/Arden, and Downtown Asheville offer a wide array of housing options only minutes (sometimes even walking distance) to town hubs.
Asheville is also known for it's food scene which has been shaped over decades to be a diverse industry that largely incorporates farm-to-table practices and traditional Appalachian cooking styles with modern flavors. If being close to award-winning restaurants aligns with your idea of luxury, several of Asheville's neighborhoods are ready to welcome you home.
Close-Knit Community
If luxury means creating deep connections with your neighbors through community events and neighborhood groups, then areas like West Asheville, Beaver Lake, or Haw Creek could be a great fit for you. These areas are known both for their deep historical roots here in Asheville, but also the rich community that has formed over the decades between diverse groups of people.
West Asheville is known for its incredible walkability and community closeness. People of all walks of life inhabit this historic part of Asheville and offer a chance to create lasting relationships with your neighbors, local shop owners, and more. Beaver Lake, in North Asheville, is a great place for those possibly looking to join an official club or to have a a strong community that offers a bit more space at each residence. Haw Creek has become its own little town in a way with families of all kinds and amenities right around the corner. Regardless of which neighborhood you choose, we can help you find a home where you will find friendly neighbors and the luxurious life you are looking for.
Expansive Landscapes
Sometimes luxury can mean privacy, which is perfectly attainable in the rolling hills and vast landscapes outside the metro city of Asheville. When you expand into Henderson, Haywood, Madison, and other counties throughout Western North Carolina, you open up your options for more space and less restriction.
Outside the more established portions of Asheville you are also more likely to find newer developments or lots that are ready for your next custom, dream home. Luckily the Western North Carolina mountains offer plenty of opportunities for large parcels if family estates, development opportunities, or homestead style properties are in alignment with your view of luxury.
Short Term Rent Friendly Areas
In more recent years, luxury has been associated with the idea of financial freedom, which can come in many forms. With the natural charm of Asheville and the the high-level of tourism that these beautiful mountains bring, the number of short-term rentals has increased heavily since 2020 onward.
While there are many places around the country that are implementing more serious restrictions on short-term rentals, there are still several towns throughout Wester North Carolina that allow them. If this is what you are looking for to help create your dream lifestyle, we are here to make that a reality. Chat with one of our advisors to discuss where short-term rentals are allowed and what would work best for your needs.
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All in all, luxury can take on many forms when it comes to the lifestyle and the home that you or your family dream of. We are extremely lucky to be situated in such a unique mountains landscape that offers both the comforts of modern living and the deep connection with nature. Whatever your dream, reach out to Grace Brackett today to help you discover how to "Live Your Luxury".
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