Grover, NC 55+ Retirement Communities and Homes

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

One of the most popular retirement destinations in the United States is the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, which includes the breathtaking vistas of the Blue Ridge, Great Smokies, and Black Mountain ranges. One of the nations most popular travel destinations, many visitors fell in love and stayed...while others vowed to come back.

In addition to outdoor activities, and abundant recreational opportunities - from mountain climbing to whitewater rafting - the cultural attractions have recently caught up as well. Led by the city of Asheville, the region offers a sophisticated arts and restaurant scene as well as serving as the center of traditional mountain culture such as bluegrass music, clog dancing, and the unique crafts that have thrived as throwbacks to the regions historic roots.

Other major natural attractions include the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway, both of which pass right through the mountains. The unique character of the Western North Carolina mountains is such that Congress has even designated them a National Heritage Area, and the region is now officially recognized as the  Blue Ridge National Heritage Area.

Asheville is also home to the Biltmore Estate, built by George Washington Vanderbilt in 1895. It remains to this day the largest private home ever built in America. The house and its magnificent land holdings and gardens are open to the public, and tours of the house and grounds are among the most popular attractions of the area.