An elevated state ... of mind.
A short jaunt from Asheville in the glorious mountains of North Carolina, Balsam Mountain Preserve is 4,400 acres virtually untouched by man. The name Preserve speaks volumes. Nature leads, tag along. Balsam is the region’s lowest density, private community, a place where owners enjoy a collection of amenities as inspiring as they are diverse.
Homes, Homesites, Cabins & New Mountain Modern Residences
Find your place in the wondrous Carolina Mountains.
Real estate offerings at Balsam Mountain are as unique and captivating as the Preserve itself. You can tiptoe into the Balsam lifestyle via shared ownership in one of the storybook Boarding House cabins. There are new mountain modern Overlook residences that surround the clubhouse, stunning estate residences and for those with their own idea, spacious homesteads to bring your vision to life.
Overlook at Doubletop Village
The new mountain modern homes at Doubletop Village put you at the heart of the community, with the clubhouse and golf course at your doorstep. The residences feature white oak plank flooring, stone hearths, abundant light, airy kitchens and importantly, high-speed fiber optic connectivity. Lock ‘n leave convenience with the option of property management and turnkey interior design.
Estate Homesites
With mountain-view homesites starting at $150,000, Balsam is one of the remarkable real estate values in the Southeast. Properties offer elevations ranging from 3,000 – 4,700 feet and up to two acres of land. And as 75% of the community is protected by a conservation easement, there is an unmatched level of privacy, forever.
Estate Residences
For those who can’t wait to escape to Balsam Mountain, or those who prefer not to design and build, a select few properties are available for sale. All have been thoughtfully crafted by North Carolina’s finest architects and builders and are perfect for those who wish to move right in and enjoy the Preserve.
Boarding House Cabins
Set at 3,700 feet, midway on the mountain, is a collection of cabins hidden in the forest. Yes, there are modern conveniences, but the ethos is created by tin roofs, shuttered windows, and exposed nails on wide plank siding. It’s a storybook setting where ownership is in a fractional, shared ownership model.
Begin your discovery today.
We invite you to visit, for a day or even longer to discover the wonder of Balsam Mountain. Please be in touch so we can learn more about your interests, and schedule a visit.
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Home to the Curious
By day, adventure is around every rocky ledge and in every valley. At night, a riot of stars light the, dark sky. Balsam owners live vibrantly, explore endlessly, and every so often, even work from home.
Is this America’s most inspiring & original private mountain community?
It all begins with Trust
We seek to protect and preserve this rugged and beautiful place – a commitment to the land and local culture is our reason for being. The Balsam Mountain Trust is not separate from our Balsam community members — it is the embodiment of who we are.
42+ Miles of Trails
The Preserve’s impressive trail system is a favorite amenity for residents, enhanced by waterfalls, hidden bridges, historic mine sites and staff naturalists who guide us on discovery hikes year-round.
Palmer Golf
At elevations reaching 3700’, the 18-hole championship course may well be the most scenic in America. Our innovative Palmer Practice Park complements an experience second to none.
Hungry for More?
Because we all love to eat and drink... a culinary program as inspiring as its setting.
Away is where it all begins?
It’s easy to understand the allure of the Carolina mountains – especially today, as we seek distance and privacy from the encroaching modern world, yet close to conveniences, city life and airports.
40
Minutes to Asheville
& the regional airport
2.5
Scenic hours to Atlanta
2.5
Easy hours to Charlotte
Begin your discovery today.
We invite you to visit, for a day or even longer to discover the wonder of Balsam Mountain. Please be in touch so we can learn more about your interests, and schedule a visit.