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The French Broad Crossing Dream Book Is Now Available!

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The French Broad Crossing Dream Book Is Now Available! Hot Off The Press: The French Broad Crossing 2010 Dream Book and Cottage Brochure! Opening the cover of our brand new dream book is like stepping inside our mountain community, where the banks of French Broad River turn to rolling hills, tree-lined trails meet the water’s edge and awe-inspiring mountain views dazzle at every turn. Just 150 home-sites rest on a sprawling, picturesque 750 acres, with 230 acres set aside for conservation. Meanwhile, an endless array of shopping, recreation and entertainment venues await, just beyond your door. The charming small towns of Marshall and Hot Springs are just minutes away, with Western North Carolina’s vibrant hub city, Asheville, within a mere half-hour drive. Click this link to register on our web site and order your French Broad Crossing Dream Book today! French Broad Crossing Spring Celebration Reminder. 25% Off homesites and $1200 travel credit at closing! Come Celebrate the Best of spring with The Preserve Communities at the French Broad Crossing River Lodge, located just north of Asheville, North Carolina. Enjoy live music, fantastic food, cold beverages, and let’s not forget the spectacular views of the mighty French Broad River! Bring your family and friends and get acquainted with our pristine mountain community. There will be plenty of activities for the children and lawn games for all down at the River Park. While you are there, dip your feet in the cool river and watch the rafters and kayakers float by. Plenty of fun will be had by all! Please RSVP by May 31st by calling 866 449 0023 or emailing rsvp@thepreservecommunities.net and please let our friendly staff know if you would like to schedule a property tour while you are in town.   Recognized for Excellence The Preserve Communities is an Asheville, North Carolina based development firm which has been creating mountain communities since 1992. Our communities are comprised of an abundance of nature, magnificent mountain homesites and grand amenities. The Preserve Communities recently was recognized with the “2009 Best Family of Communities Award” from Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes Magazine. At The Preserve Communities, you can invest with confidence.     Click here for point to point directions to our sales center.     For more information, visit www.frenchbroadcrossing.com or call 866 449 0023. To request a brochure, please click here: www.frenchbroadcrossing.com/contact_form.php

The Preserve Communities Spring Celebration

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The Preserve Communities Spring Celebration: Saturday,      June 12, 2:00 PM at the French Broad Crossing River Lodge Come Celebrate the Best of spring with The Preserve Communities at the French Broad Crossing River Lodge, located just north of Asheville, North Carolina. Enjoy live music, fantastic food, cold beverages, and let’s not forget the spectacular views of the mighty French Broad River! Bring your family and friends and get acquainted with our pristine mountain community. There will be plenty of activities for the children and lawn games for all down at the River Park. While you are there, dip your feet in the cool river and watch the rafters and kayakers float by. Plenty of fun will be had by all! Please RSVP by May 31st by calling 866 449 0023 or emailing rsvp@thepreservecommunities.net and please let our friendly staff know if you would like to schedule a property tour while you are in town.       Spring Celebration Event Extras: Spring Celebration Weekend Sale: Our best celebration weekend incentive ever! 25% off of homesites and $1200 travel credit paid at closing. Debut of the River Cottages: Architect C. Allen Brown will be on hand to discuss the six cottages ranging from 1400 to 3100 square feet he designed exclusively for French Broad Crossing. Booklets containing floor plans and elevation renderings will be available. For more information on our river cottages, click here to open our electronic plan book Green Building Q&A: Rick Coley and Luke Edwards from preferred builder Hickory Nut Construction will be on hand to discuss value conscious green building techniques and the return on investment. Rick and Luke will also be available to discuss construction pricing on the entire River Cottages Of French Broad Crossing series.   Red Fox Trail Spec Home for Sale: 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath | 2,526 Sq. Ft., 2.26 acres 3.95% rate fixed for 30 years 3.98% APR* Up to 100% financing for qualified buyers No origination fee No private mortgage insurance Reduced from $699,000 to $499,000 Click here for more information and photos. French Broad Crossing Dream Book: Hot off the press, our new 2010 French Broad Crossing Dream Books will be available at the event. To preview our new dream book, click here to view the electronic version. Accommodations and Additional Activities: Make a weekend of it and take advantage of our preferred rates with The Crowne Plaza in Asheville, French Broad Rafting Expeditions, and Sandy Bottom Trail Rides. Please RSVP my May 31st by calling 866 449 0023 or emailing rsvp@thepreservecommunities.net. For more information on French Broad Crossing, visit our website.   Recognized for Excellence The Preserve Communities is an Asheville, North Carolina based development firm which has been creating mountain communities since 1992. Our communities are comprised of an abundance of nature, magnificent mountain homesites and grand amenities. The Preserve Communities recently was recognized with the “2009 Best Family of Communities Award” from Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes Magazine. At The Preserve Communities, you can invest with confidence.     Click here for point to point directions to our sales center. For more information, call 866 449 0023 or visit www.frenchbroadcrossing.com or www.littlepine.info.

Winter Promotion

Winter Promotion To commemorate our historically low winter temperatures, The Preserve Communities is pleased to announce details of our first ever winter promotion: 25% off homesites at French Broad Crossing and The Preserve at Little Pine, with up to $1000 worth documented travel costs reimbursed at closing! With the leaves off of the trees and the mountain air crisp and cold, this is the perfect time to see the complete view potential from your future mountain homesite. In addition to our spectacular savings, interest rates remain at a historic low and the banks are standing by to assist you with your purchase. Completed Amenities Unlike many real estate developments in the Western North Carolina region, French Broad Crossing and The Preserve at Little Pine are completed communities with finished roads, underground utilities, and award winning amenities that you and your family can begin enjoying today while making long lasting memories. Residents of our mountain communities can often be found enjoying nature while spending quality time with their loved ones. Schedule a tour today and meet your new neighbors while you are here! This is simply our most generous offer ever for those that wish to get back to living, starting today.       Recognized for Excellence The Preserve Communities is an Asheville, North Carolina based development firm which has been creating mountain communities since 1992. Our communities are comprised of an abundance of nature, magnificent mountain homesites and grand amenities. The Preserve Communities recently was recognized with the “2009 Best Family of Communities Award” from Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes Magazine. At the Preserve Communities, you can invest with confidence.       For more information, call 866 449 0023 or visit www.frenchbroadcrossing.com or www.littlepine.info.

30% Off Homesite Promotion Extended Through End of Year!!

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30% Off Homesite Promotion Extended Through End of Year!! 2400 SF Mountain View Cottage Reduced from $699,000 to $499,000. Several families have recently decided to call French Broad Crossing and The Preserve at Little Pine home and the timing couldn’t be better for you to join one of our award winning communities. Finally, there is truly encouraging and legitimate news available about the health of our economy rebounding, and the volume of both our scheduled and walk-in community tours has quadrupled. Our customers seem really upbeat and optimistic about their future and sense that this is a great time to purchase their dream property and get back to living. We are extending our 30% off Homesite Sale through the end of the year, and offering incredible savings on a gorgeous mountain view cottage at French Broad Crossing. With interest rates hovering at a historic low, excellent financing available, and homesite prices starting from just 89K, the timing couldn’t be any better! For more information on The Preserve at Little Pine click here. For more info on French Broad Crossing click here. Red Fox Trail Home at French Broad Crossing - $499,000 – Reduced from $699,000. This 2,526 square foot home is located in French Broad Crossing and is close to the River Lodge, the River Park, and the Tree House. This mountain getaway is a newly constructed 3bed/2.5 bath bathroom home built with a durable hardiplank exterior and timber frame accents. The house has hardwood floors, antique barn wood accents, granite countertops, excellent outdoor living space with a hearth, and a detached two car garage. Click here for more photos. Recognized for Excellence The Preserve Communities is an Asheville, North Carolina based development firm which has been creating mountain communities since 1992. Our communities are comprised of an abundance of nature, magnificent mountain homesites and grand amenities. The Preserve Communities recently was recognized with the “2009 Best Family of Communities Award” from Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes Magazine. At the Preserve Communities, you can invest with confidence.         For more information, call 866 449 0023 or visit www.frenchbroadcrossing.com or www.littlepine.info.

French Broad Crossing featured in Sunday’s Asheville Citizen-Times

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Community Spotlight: French Broad Crossing 30% OFF Home Sites Through The End of Year Picturesque Riverfront Community Offers Nearby Refuge Cradled by the breathtaking Western North Carolina mountains, scenic rolling hills and peacefully flowing waters of the French Broad River, French Broad Crossing is a serene, hidden getaway just minutes away from the outside world. Step inside this private gated community and be transported to a place where sun-dappled meadows turn to rolling hills, tree-lined trails meet the water’s edge and awe-inspiring mountain views dazzle at every turn. Just 165 home- sites rest on a sprawling, picturesque 790 acres, with 40% of the land set aside for conservation. Surrounding the community are hundreds of acres that are legally protected, ensuring the future of this scenic land. Meanwhile, an endless array of shopping, recreation and entertainment venues await, just beyond your door. The charming small towns of Marshall and Hot Springs are just minutes away, with Western North Carolina’s vibrant hub city, Asheville, within a mere half-hour drive. World-Class Amenities in Place Recipient of the 2008 Award for Pinnacle Waterfront Living, French Broad Crossing offers the perfect mix of mountain magic and river fun. Residents can indulge in the community’s diverse and luxurious amenities, including a River Lodge and Fitness Center with its spectacular pool and hot tub amid panoramic mountain views; the River Park and Pavilion, a relaxing spot by the river’s edge for picnicking and recreation; and the Tree House, with its inviting outdoor fireplace and magnificent mountain vistas. Hiking and biking trails meander throughout the community’s 230-acre conservation area, which boasts several beautiful waterfalls along the creek, and a short drive or hike down a private street from each mountain homesite leads to the river. Rooms With A View Buildable one to five acre homesites, which blend with the natural terrain and feature forest, river and/or mountain views, start at $89K, including full use of community amenities. Existing homes and lot/home packages are also available, as is a team of respected builders and architects. “We’re seeing a surge of walk-in traffic and homebuilding activity right now,” says Fletcher. “With all of the wonderful amenities in place, the community’s stellar location and the stunning property itself, French Broad Crossing offers a remarkably high level of value for the price. “People come here and fall in love.” For more information, visit www.frenchbroadcrossing.com or call 866 449 0023. To request a brochure, please click here: www.frenchbroadcrossing.com/contact_form.php

Fall Calendar

The Preserve Communities and the Site of the 2009 DIY Networks Blog Cabin will be officially open for tours every Friday –Sunday throughout the month of October.
 

• Tour Times 10am- 3pm
• (Reservations are not required but are strongly suggested to enhance your enjoyment and overall experience)
• Cost:  Tours given Friday- Sunday will cost $10.00 and 100% of the monies collected will go to the SE Regional Land Conservancy.
• Private Tours are available Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at a cost of $20.00  (RESERVATIONS REQUIRED) Children 10 and under are admitted free.  Tours are closed on Wednesdays throughout October.

 
CHARITY INFORMATION

The Southeast Regional Land Conservancy, Inc. is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to protecting our natural resources through conservation easements. Since our founding in 2002, we have protected over six thousand acres in projects from the Alabama Ridge & Valley to the coast and high mountains of the Carolinas. Through these easements we have protected important wetlands, mountain coves and ridges, piedmont forests, stream banks, mountain views, and open spaces. Much work remains to be done. We invite all who care about the future of our region to help us protect our natural resources for future generations. 

The Southeast Regional Land Conservancy’s mission is to work with landowners to protect a conservation legacy for the future.

 
October 2-4th   Blog Cabin Tours Open Daily from 10am-3pm. 
 

Other activities -Learn about all the Vendors and Products used in the construction of the Blog Cabin

• Tour the Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory
• Tour the Site of the 2005 Southern Accents Showcase Home
• Sign up with our local vendors for Horseback Riding and River Rafting                      
• * Denotes additional charges

 
October 9-11th   Blog Cabin Tours Open Daily from 10am- 3pm.
 

Other activities:

• October 10th       10am Watch the First Ever Little Pine Hill Climb and Car Show
• October 10-11th Parade of Homes Showcase Weekend
• Learn about all the Vendors and Products used in the construction of the Blog Cabin
• Tour the Site of the 2009 DIY Networks Blog Cabin
• Tour the Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory
• Tour the Site of the 2005 Southern Accents Showcase Home
• Sign up with our local vendors for Horseback Riding and River Rafting*
• * Denotes additional charges

 

October 16-18th   Blog Cabin Tours Open Daily from 10am- 3pm.

Other activities:

• October 17-18th Parade of Homes Showcase Weekend
• Tour the Site of the 2009 DIY Networks Blog Cabin
• Learn about all the Vendors and Products used in the construction of the Blog Cabin
• Tour the Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory
• Tour the Site of the 2005 Southern Accents Showcase Home
• Sign up with our local vendors for Horseback Riding and River Rafting*
•  * Denotes additional charges

 
 
October 17th   Preserve Communities Fall Festival at Little Pine

Enjoy Food, Music, Camaraderie at our annual Fall Festival (Reservations Required)

                                             

October 23-25th    Blog Cabin Tours Open Daily from 10am- 3pm.

Other activities:

 
October 23rd       10am-3pm Mars Hill Homecoming Week (Shuttles arriving from Mars Hill to Tour the Blog Cabin
 
October 24th       Mars Hill vs. Lenoir-Rhyne at 2;30pm (Homecoming)
 

• October 24-25th -Tour the Site of the 2009 DIY Networks Blog Cabin
• Learn about all the Vendors and Products used in the construction of the Blog Cabin
• Tour the Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory
• Tour the Site of the 2005 Southern Accents Showcase Home
• Sign up with our local vendors for Horseback Riding and River Rafting
• * Denotes additional charges

The Preserve Communities Fall Newsletter

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The Preserve Communities Fall Newsletter The Preserve Communities is pleased to announce an incredible home site offering on a wonderful collection of properties at The Preserve at Little Pine and French Broad Crossing. This promotion will simply be the most aggressive price break on mountain home sites that The Preserve Communities will ever offer, with a 30 percent discount on all homesites and prices starting from $89,000. With the market at an all time low and with many financial experts claiming that we are at the bottom, our prices simply will not get any lower. Hurry, this special homesite price reduction won’t last forever. Join us Saturday, October 17th at The Preserve at Little Pine for our 4th Annual Fall Celebration. Enjoy an elaborate spread of local cuisine and refreshments, including a home style BBQ with all of the trimmings. There will be plenty of entertainment and fun for all, including live music, fly fishing, hay rides, and plenty of children’s activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to tour our new amenities at The Preserve at Little Pine, including The Grassland Mountain Lodge, The Grassland Mountain Observatory, and The Little Pine Equestrian Center. Stick around for our inaugural community star viewing event at the observatory! Please RSVP by calling 866.449.0023 or emailing rsvp@thepreservecommunities.net .   The Preserve at Little Pine Lodge and Observatory Approach Completion The Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory are almost complete, just in time for the upcoming fall leaf season. These two new amenities are a must see. The Grassland Mountain Lodge is perched atop The Preserve at Little Pine at 4300 feet and offers 360 degree, phenomenal mountain views, and you can even see downtown Asheville. The Grassland Mountain Observatory offers the most powerful mounted telescope in Western North Carolina. Stick around after the Fall Celebration for our inaugural star gazing event! Grassland Mountain Lodge at The Preserve at Little Pine   Homes for Sale at The Preserve Communities The Sycamore Cabin at The Preserve at Little Pine - $675,000 Located at The Preserve at Little Pine, this 2400 square foot custom mountain home was designed by Pat Kirkland and members of the DIY Network. This is the original home filmed in the 2009 DIY Network's Blog Cabin television show, and a variety of the network starts participated in the construction. The home has numerous features that make it a true mountain getaway. The house sits on an acre home site which includes a meadow view and babbling brook on the backside of the home. Interior and exterior spaces blend perfectly for entertaining as the multiple decks and outdoor spaces make this home any outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Visit this link for more pictures.   Red Fox Trail Home at French Broad Crossing - $699,000 This 2400 square foot home is located in French Broad Crossing and is close to the River Lodge, the River Park, and the Tree House. This mountain getaway is a newly constructed 3 bed/3.5 bathroom home built with a durable hardiplank exterior and timber frame accents. The house has hardwood floors, antique barn wood accents, granite countertops, excellent outdoor living space with a hearth, and a detached two car garage. Visit this link for more pictures.   The 2005 Southern Accents Showcase Home at The Preserve at Little Pine- $1,800,000 This 4,700 square-foot home was the 2005 Southern Accents Designer Showcase Home. It features the architecture and construction of the Timberland Arts and Crafts Style, as well as showcases innovative building products and interior designs from Southern Accents advertisers.   Asheville Parade of Homes The Sycamore Cottage at The Preserve at Little Pine will be featured in the Asheville Parade of Homes! The Parade of Homes runs Oct 10th and 11th and Oct 17th and 18th from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Contact us for more information or visit www.myashevilleparadeofhomes.com   Western Carolina Cedar Homes Presents Four Lindal Plans and Fall Savings Package (Click images to view info on individual homes) Lindal Cedar Homes is the world's largest manufacturer of quality custom cedar homes. Founded in 1945, there are more than 50,000 Lindal cedar homes-and satisfied homeowners-worldwide. Lindal is known around the world for their signature post and beam building system, quality building materials and detailed craftsmanship. For more information on these homes, contact The Preserve Communities or Western Carolina Cedar Homes at (828) 452-0555.

30% Off Homesites at French Broad Crossing and The Preserve at Little Pine

Award Winning
Asheville Communities

The Preserve Communities is pleased to announce an incredible home site offering on a wonderful collection of properties at The Preserve at Little Pine and French Broad Crossing. This promotion will simply be the most aggressive price break on mountain home sites that The Preserve Communities will ever offer, with a 30 percent discount on all homesites and prices starting from $89,000.

There are many factors contributing to exactly why it is the perfect time to purchase land at The Preserve at Little Pine or French Broad Crossing:

1. It is a buyer’s market.
2. Interest rates are still historically low.
3. Building costs are extremely low.
4. Asheville continues to be one of the most desirable places to live in America.
5. The selection of mountain homesites at our amenity rich communities has never been better.

Stop Dreaming
and Start Living

Unlike many real estate developments in the Western North Carolina region, French Broad Crossing and The Preserve at Little Pine are completed communities with finished roads, underground utilities, and award winning amenities that you and your family can begin enjoying today while making long lasting memories. Residents of our mountain communities can often be found enjoying nature while spending quality time with their loved ones. Schedule a tour today and meet your new neighbors while you are here! This is simply our most generous offer ever for those that wish to get back to living, starting today.

Recognized
for Excellence

The Preserve Communities is an Asheville, North Carolina based development firm which has been creating mountain communities since 1992. Our communities are comprised of an abundance of nature, magnificent mountain homesites and grand amenities. The Preserve Communities recently was recognized with the “2009 Best Family of Communities Award” from Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes Magazine. At the Preserve Communities, you can invest with confidence.

A Fleeting
Opportunity

With the market at an all time low and with many financial experts claiming that we are at the bottom, our prices simply will not get any lower. Hurry, this special Fall homesite price reduction won’t last forever. Call today to schedule your private tour.

Financing is available!

 

The Preserve Communities Summer Newsletter

The Preserve Communities Summer Newsletter The 4th Annual Fall Celebration "Save the Date" It’s official! Mark your calendar! The 4th Annual Fall Celebration will be held at The Preserve at Little Pine on Saturday, October 17th. There will be food, live music, and plenty of activities for the entire family. While you are here, tour our newly completed amenities, including the Grassland Mountain Lodge and Observatory, or the Little Pine Equestrian Center. To RSVP, please call 866 449 0023 or email rsvp@thepreservecommunities.net.   The Preserve at Little Pine Update Three new amenities will be opening this fall at The Preserve at Little Pine, including The Grassland Mountain Lodge, The Grassland Mountain Observatory, and The Little Pine Equestrian Center. The Preserve at Little Pine is an 1800 conservation based mountain community located just 35 minutes north of Asheville in a national park like setting. * Please click images below to enlarge Our local green initiative gurus recently “dug into” our latest endeavor, organic and sustainable gardening. A large “lasagna style” organic garden has been created at The Preserve at Little Pine and is already producing tasty vegetables. A test vineyard and a test hops garden were also recently created, with the purpose of helping the local farming community explore new sustainable agriculture crops while also allowing The Preserve at Little Pine to explore beer or wine production for our local residents. * Please click images below to enlarge French Broad Crossing Update The 4th Annual Spring Celebration was held at French Broad Crossing on June 6th at The River Lodge. French Broad Crossing is a riverfront mountain community located 35 minutes north of Asheville on the French Broad River. A wonderful time was had by all and over 200 registered guests enjoyed delicious food, live music, and even some fly fishing lessons down at the French Broad Crossing River Park. * Please click images below to enlarge Highland Forest Update Amenity and road construction continues at Highland Forest. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Waynesville and 35 minutes from downtown Asheville, Highland Forest is the highest gated community east of the Rockies and shares borders with a half a million acres of national forest. Residents of Highland Forest will enjoy a lavish entrance, including a well appointed greeter’s cottage situated amidst streams, waterfalls, and towering trees. New Lot and Home Packages with Financing Available at The Preserve Communities! The Preserve Communities is pleased to announce several lot and home packages. Our first two series are from Pat Kirkland and Moss Creek. More lot and home packages will be made available soon, so stay tuned. Pricing varies based on the lot and floor plan, so please call 866 449 0023 and ask to speak to a sales executive for details. Kirkland Series: River Birch Sycamore     Willow Poplar Moss Creek Series: Timberline Mallard    Canvasback Pintail

Pictures from the 4th Annual Spring Celebration

The 4th Annual Spring Celebration was a wonderful success, with over 200 registered guests attending. There was plenty of fun, excitement, music, and food for all.