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Franklin, NC 55+ Retirement Communities and Homes

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

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.

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Maggie Valley Club

Maggie Valley Club

Maggie Valley Club

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1819 Country Club Drive
Maggie Valley, NC 28751

9 homes $2,250 - $750,000

Maggie Valley is an upscale master-planned community cradled between the majestic Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountain ranges at 3,020 feet above sea level. Surrounded by thousands of acres of old-growth forests, this unique corner of North Carolina is an outdoor enthusiast’s wonderland.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls

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33 Connestee Trail
Brevard, NC 28712

31 homes $18,000 - $1,999,999

People move to Western North Carolina for a variety of reasons, including cool summers, mild winters, unrivaled natural beauty, lower cost of living, and less crowding. So it is with the residents of Connestee Falls.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

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Highlands Cove

Highlands Cove

Highlands Cove

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705 Highlands Cove Drive
Highlands, NC 28741

Life in the mountains: It's a dream; it's nature; it's space in which to live fully and breathe deeply; it's a way of life; it's a sense of wonder and beauty as far as the eye can see. And now you're invited to live that dream at Highlands Cove: exception

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Chestnut Hill of Highlands

Chestnut Hill of Highlands

Chestnut Hill of Highlands

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20 Chestnut Hill Drive P. O. Box 40
Highlands, NC 28741

Chestnut Hill of Highlands is a senior living community located near the resort towns of Highlands and ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

The Cove at Flat Gap

The Cove at Flat Gap

The Cove at Flat Gap

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Parker Farm Road
Cullowhee, NC 28723

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Trillium

Trillium

Trillium

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One Trillium Center
Cashiers, NC 28717

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

River Rock

River Rock

River Rock

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236 Hwy 107 N., Suite 2
Cashiers, NC 28717

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Mount Wilderness

Mount Wilderness

Mount Wilderness

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P.O. Box 2073
Cashiers,, NC 28717

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Smoky Mountain Country Club Estates

Smoky Mountain Country Club Estates

Smoky Mountain Country Club Estates

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PO Box 937
Whittier, NC 28789

Picture a lush and peaceful place with breathtaking views that ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Sapphire-Toxaway Resort Properties

Sapphire-Toxaway Resort Properties

Sapphire-Toxaway Resort Properties

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3 US 64 East
Sapphire, NC 28774

Why sacrifice four season living with the high heat and humidity that coastal areas are plagued with? Many potential retirees and second home buyers have found the North Carolina mountains to their liking. There are many lifestyle choices to consider in f

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

Catatoga

Catatoga

Catatoga

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1 Indian Creek Drive
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

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26 Gaddis Branch Road
Maggie Valley, NC 28751

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

The Branches at East Fork

The Branches at East Fork

The Branches at East Fork

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52 East Main Street
Brevard, NC 28712

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Springdale Country Club

Springdale Country Club

Springdale Country Club

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200 Golfwatch Road
Canton, NC 28716

Surrounded by the grandeur of the Great Smoky Mountains, Springdale Country Club is the hidden gem of the Blue Ridge, providing the best mix of golf, relaxation, dining and Southern hospitality in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Celebrating 40 ye

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

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78 W. Main St.
Brevard, NC 28712

Why sacrifice four season living with the high heat and humidity that coastal areas are plagued with? Many potential retirees and second home buyers have found the North Carolina mountains to their liking. There are many lifestyle choices to consider in f

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

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Moores Valley Ln
Leicester, NC 28748

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Whisper Mountain

Poplar Ridge at Whisper Mountain

Whisper Mountain

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7500 NC 63 Highway 28748
Leicester, NC 28748

In the heart of western North Carolina, surrounded by culture, good old- fashioned southern hospitality and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a community known as Whisper Mountain. The result of meticulous planning, this community offers spacious

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Bear River Lodge

Bear River Lodge

Bear River Lodge

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460 Hwy 408
Marshall, NC 28753

Welcome to Bear River Lodge . . .the Asheville areas newest gated community. Seamlessly bringing together luxury and comfort in a breathtaking natural setting, Bear River Lodge sets the standards of unspoiled mountain living. Choose from pristine river an

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

French Broad Crossing

French Broad Crossing

French Broad Crossing

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15 Cow Mountain Road
Marshall, NC 28753

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Firefly Mountain

Firefly Mountain

Firefly Mountain

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4375 NE U.S. Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

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.

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