Buying Land - Why Here and Why Now - THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

WHY HERE within THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

• Privacy, serenity, sanctuary setting
• Exclusive to only 32 estate owners (1-3 acres each); 1 spec home built and sold on estate lot # 18; one beginning on estate lot # 20 – projected spring, 2012 completion date
• A separate area for Cottages/Cabins at Celo – 2 built, 2 sold, 1 to be completed by end of December (with available lease-back option)
• Nature preserved and enhanced – mininal impact on the nationally acclaimed natural beauty of the Toe River Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains
• The water – streams, creeks, trout ponds, waterfalls – rivers for fly fishing rafting, tubing, kayaking minutes from your front door
• Custom-built treehouse, 4 park areas with cooking areas, fire pits, seating area with handcrafted furniture, campout area for owners
• Lean-to’s for photography, outdoor reading, or lying in a hammock by the waterfalls or creeks
• Club House and Pavilion planned overlooking largest cascading waterfall – Lookout built over waterfall near community gathering area
• Over 3 miles of manicured hiking trails – much along the water features
• All infrastructure in and underground – Yancey County will have fiber optics before Asheville
• Paved within; beautiful winding, wooded drive up gravel road and across creek into Celo Lands and The Cove at Celo Mountain
• Local art-commissioned, hand-forged entrance gate reflecting the profile of our mountain
• Location, Location, Location - see below
• Testimonials of Owners, Developer, Architect, Builder - see below

WHY NOW

• Generational locals (families that have lived on the same land here since the late 1700’s!) say that the best time to choose your property – to see the real lay of the land in these mountains - is after the leaves have fallen off the trees
• No restriction on build time on estate lots
• A lasting legacy for the generations

An estate lot with views (Available)         

Enveloped in privacy – a wooded estate lot

A creek estate lot (one left)

A trout pond within The Cove at Celo Mountain 

Size of the trout in the ponds

Ayles Creek that runs through The Cove at Celo Mountain

LOCATION

• Good Morning America –this area 1 of - 10 Most Beautiful Places in America.
• Fodor’s, Asheville the Top of 21 WORLD Destination Places in 2011 (we are between Asheville and Boone)
• Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway – America’s Favorite Drive
• Near the world-renowned Penland School of Crafts (There are more artists, per capita, in Yancey and Mitchell Counties, than anywhere else in America)
• The highways and byways to the immediate north, south, east and west of us are all either National or State Scenic Highways
• DOT Scenic Highway I-19 off of National Scenic I-26 being made into 4 lane (from Asheville)
• 4 1/2-Star Golf Digest Must Play Public Course 10 minutes from us - Mt. Mitchell Golf
• Hiking, Water Sports, Horseback Riding, Skiing, Scenic Driving, Golfing within minutes

TESTIMONIALS –Owners and Developers

• From someone who has lived in this area for 22 years:  New Estate Owners – Why We Chose The Cove at Celo Mountain
• From someone out-of-state:  New Estate Owner- Why I Chose This Area and The Cove at Celo Mountain
• From the Developer’s Standpoint –What Makes The Cove at Celo Mountain Unique (Interview with the COO) (includes new construction slideshow)
• From new homeowner who lives on the coast: The Cove at Celo Mountain - Through the Eyes of the Artist and New Homeowner 

TESTIMONIALS – Architect and Builder

• From the Preferred Architect’s perspective:  An Interview I did with Armin L. Wessel
• From the Preferred Builder’s perspective:  Guest Author, Randy Banks (Crowder Banks Assoc.)

Please call or email about special visit packages in the winter.

Please let us know if you would like us to mail you our view book and information.

For more information:

• 2 ½  -minute movie clip of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN
• Fast Facts about the community   
• The Cove at Celo Mountain blog  Please follow our mountain lifestyle events here.
• Foxwood, the Cabin at Celo – projected completion December 25, 2011
• Woodrock, the next spec home – projected completion spring, 2012

We hope you will visit with us soon.

The Preferred Builder's Perspective - THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN - Guest Author: Randy Banks of Crowder, Banks, and Assoc.

            Randy - 828-284-0409      Edwin -828-778-2127      

Crowder, Banks, & Associates (CBA Construction) is proud to be associated with the fine folks at The Cove at Celo Mountain.  Given today's economic situation, especially in the real estate market, it is refreshing to see  developers listen and understand what people want and to provide a first class development.  They do this while still preserving the beauty and heritage that the mountains of Yancey County provide - with as little disruption as possible. The peaceful, tranquil environment is unmatched - from the many hiking trails, to the streams, trout ponds, and waterfalls. The beautiful steel "mountain profile" entry gate and  fireplace gathering area provide a warm welcome as you enter.  CBA Construction has built 3 of the new weekender cabins.  Two of these are sold, and the third (below) should be finished in the next few weeks and is available for purchase.  It has beautiful views of Celo Knob.

We also completed a new 2200 sq ft home on estate lot 18  (below), which has sold as well.  It is located on .96 acres with a screened porch and upper and lower decks the length of the home overlooking Ayles Creek.

Brookhaven on Ayles Creek - SOLD

Currently we have foundations in and are starting new construction homes on estate lot 16, estate lot 19, and  estate lot 20. Estate lots 16 and 19 are custom homes for owners; 20 is the new spec home that has a projected spring, 2012 completion date.  It sits on 1.32 acres.

Estate Lot # 16 - sold - for owners' home

Estate Lot #16 - sold 

Beginning work on Estate Lot #19 on Ayles Creek - sold - for owner

Beginning work on Woodrock - Estate Lot # 20  - spring, 2012 - Available

My business partner, Edwin Crowder, and I are lifelong residents of this area.  We understand "mountain building" and the importance of preserving the natural surroundings.  We provide an exceptional quality of home and lifestyle, while working with our customers to maintain their vision and budget.

Our hats off to the Mountain Lifestyle Development group for understanding what mountain living really means!

Please feel free to visit our website at www.crowderbanks.com      
A 2 1/2-minute video of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN
Testimonial from Celo Estate Owners of a CBA Home

The Cove at Celo Mountain Interview - From the Preferred Architect's Perspective: Guest Author, Armin L. Wessel

How has the current economic slump in real estate changed your approach to client interaction, or has it?

There is not as much interest in building homes as 3 years ago, although there are still a number of clients that still want to build with quality design.  Our approach has not really changed in that we have to take each client and individually solve their problems, meet their needs and wishes.  There is no stock plan.  Everyone deserves to have what they want.  What has changed in real estate is that most people are looking for deals, and this is true as well for architects.  We have to work as we always have - very conscientiously – with a truthful, honest, open approach.  This has not changed.  There just are not as many clients in today’s market.

Has the real estate market downturn impacted your design approach?  I assume design in architecture changes with economic change.   Is that correct and, if so, how – on a personal level?

No, our design approach has not changed.  The approach in design is to evaluate the needs and wishes of the client and its relationship to the property.  One aspect of change is that some clients are paying cash as it is difficult for people to get loans.  However, our design approach remains constant - to listen to the client - what they are saying, what they are not saying - and design accordingly.

What are you hearing from a client that is different from say 3 years ago?  Are smaller homes more the trend?  What square footage is being requested?  Other?

Smaller homes are more the trend but with high quality in design and specifications.  But I do have one client that still wants a 7,000 sq. ft. home.  I have tried to encourage smaller, but this is a dream of theirs.  We are also seeing much more remodeling than new starts.

 

What changes in amenities or trends are clients now requesting?

People still want good quality.  Plans are still open, casual - no formal dining.  They still want theaters – want to entertain in their home with themselves, family, and large and small groups of friends.  They still want good quality in cabinets, windows, as well as a good use of the lot.   Here in the mountains that, of course, translates to windows with views.

Your portfolio includes private, corporate, religious designs – from high-end to moderate.  Where does design for The Cove at Celo Mountain fit into your spectrum?

Our vision of Celo fits right in with our portfolio – large or small homes that fit into the natural mountain setting.  The design has to be well thought out, good use of lot, giving owners what they want.

Of the design styles preferred within The Cove at Celo Mountain covenants (American Lodge, American Craftsman, and Adirondack), could you show us works from your portfolio that reflect these genres?  Do you have a spin-off of these that is more characteristic of what you envision for The Cove at Celo Mountain?

 

We have included three homes that exhibit quality design in layout, taking advantage of the natural mountain setting and views as well as the use of natural materials -  i.e.,  timbers, logs, stone and other natural materials such as bark siding.  The color pallet also has to be considered when building in the mountains.

Walk through the typical first on-site meeting to the final stages of your work with a client.

 

Our mission is not just to design a home for someone but a satisfying lifestyle as well.  We first meet with the client - usually in our office - to get to know each other and the client’s wishes, needs, and fantasies.  Then we go out and analyze the site with the client, visualizing the design – picture yourself out 50 feet – up in the tree canopy – what would the view be from there?  Imagine the sunset or the full moon or entertaining outdoors with a fire in the fireplace - get them excited about the possibilities.  We take the approach that we are very serious with their investment; we have to earn their trust in us.  We then will do preliminary floor plans and their site plan.  After they have had time to study the design, we will make any desired changes or additions.  Then the 3^rd dimension of the design development begins on the computer.  We develop elevations and cross sections to help the client visualize the entire design.  From there we go to the construction documents – engineering, foundation, electrical, schedules, specifications, etc.  We like to negotiate a contract price from a list of qualified builders.  The team approach in my experience puts everyone on the same page with the same goals.  From start to completion should be about 8-16 months depending on size, weather, steepness of lot, etc.  Almost exclusively, my clients are much more satisfied with the final outcome than they even dreamed or expected.  With us the whole design process is easy, comfortable, enjoyable and fulfilling.

We know that you and the Petersons have finalized design plans for their Cove at Celo Mountain home.  Could you share those with us?

What I would really like to do with the Peterson home, is to have your viewers follow along as we begin the on-site work, and then update them with progress through to completion, so they can experience with these owners how enjoyable, easy and exciting this can be.  We are almost finished with the Peterson’s final version of the plans.   It will be about 2700 square feet on 1 and ½ levels.  We will start next week with photos of their estate lot and the plans in a part of your blog allocated to this building process. 

Any additional comments that you think it would be beneficial for prospective clients to know?

Working with an architect is the only way to design a home.   You get exactly what you want that you wouldn’t by using a stock plan.  Using an architect is a rewarding experience.  You get a custom-designed home that fits your needs and lifestyle.  Architect’s fees are a small investment to ensure that the value of your home now and in the future is secure.   Your home is a major investment.  Protect it.  Use a qualified architect.  We are easy to work with and give our decades of experience and talents to our clients for their living enjoyment and financial benefit.  We have worked with over 2500 clients with completed homes in the last 30 years.  Some of our clients have built multiple homes with us because they were able to realize such a significant increase in the value of their home at time of sale.  (Our corporate, religious, school, and other design work is in addition to this number.)   Our portfolio of private homes ranges from 1500 – 10,000 sq. ft.  Size of the home is not what determines use of an architect’s expertise.  You use an architect for quality design and living experience.   We create a lifestyle as much as a home.  

Website, Portfolio, Testimonials for Armin L. Wessel Architect, Inc.

2 1/2-minute video of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

Guest Author Blog Post by Allen and Bevo Peterson, Estate Owners and Clients of Armin Wessel Architect, Inc

Christmas, 2011 - Gifts from the Mountain - The Cove at Celo Mountain

GIFTS FROM THE MOUNTAIN
to your family through the generations  

Your legacy begins  

 Designed and built locally in the time-honored tradition of American craftsmanship at its best

Two major events are happening up on Celo this December.  

Foxwood, the first 2 bedroom/2 bath Cabin/Cottage at Celo has a projected December 25 completion date. (The first 2 Cabins at Celo are built and sold as 1 bedroom and 1 bedroom with loft.) In addition, there is an unfinished level in Foxwood with a separate entrance that could easily be made into another bedroom, bath, sitting area and storage space - for you to complete at your convenience (or we will do it for you.) This pre-construction price listed includes land, septic, and well.  While we are Voice-Over and Internet ready (all utilities are in and underground, and we will have fiber optics before Asheville!),this is a perfect time to disconnect from the world at-large in order to reconnect with your family and friends.  Come back to our simple way of life in these wonderful, small American home towns in the High Country of the Blue Ridge.  Unwind.  Relax in front of the roaring fire of your cabin in the mountains before heading out for your favorite mountain sport or event.

Speaking of favorite events, the TRAC (Toe River Arts Council) Open Studio Tour - touted as the Premier Open Studio Tour in America - will be held December 2, 3, and 4.  Drive through the breathtaking scenery of this Blue Ridge Parkway area (or sign up for a guided tour) to the studios from which our celebrated arts and crafts movement of Western North Carolina originates. Many of our artists are internationally or nationally acclaimed, are designated NC Living Treasures, and have their works in the Smithsonian.  We are also home to the world-renowned Penland School of Crafts, which is also on the tour.  Choose heritage gifts, made by some of America's foremost artisans, that will be treasured through the generations.

While all of these Handmade In America gifts are made for a lifetime of enjoyment, if you choose Woodrock, the spec home now beginning on a 1.32 acre estate lot, you will have the option of participating in the ground-up building of your 3 bedroom/4bath home, if you so choose, with a completion date of spring, 2012.

Make this holiday season unique in beginning your own legacy of giving the gift of American handmade craft.  The umbrella organization of our Toe River Arts Council, Handmade in America, says it best.

Come back home for Christmas.  Your mountains await you.

For more information with features and floor plan for Foxwood, The Cabin/Cottage at Celo

For more information with features and floor plan for Woodrock, the spec home

For more information on the TRAC Open Studio Tour

For a 2-1/2 minute video of The Cove at Celo Mountain

The Cove at Celo Mountain - Through the Eyes of the Artist and New Homeowner - Guest Author: Shannon Runquist

 Ayles Creek that runs through The Cove at Celo Mountain

At Crabtree Falls near The Cove at Celo Mountain

 Near The Cove at Celo Mountain

 Old tobacco barn on drive up to The Cove at Celo Mountain

 The beauty of our mountains

A trout pond within The Cove at Celo Mountain

Our children have been going to summer camp in NC for the last 6 years.  Living in the SC Low country, an escape from the summer heat is always a welcome change.  We had visited many towns and communities near Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway over the last few years.  In June we were invited to visit the Cove at Celo Mountain when we picked up our kids from camp just south of Asheville.  Not really knowing the area very well, we decided to go exploring as its something we love to do. We are a very adventurous family having spent extended periods of time out west camping in the Grand Tetons, Idaho & Oregon, rafting big whitewater on the Snake River and various other outdoor activities.  We prefer the road less traveled & enjoy the beauty that surrounds us and appreciate nature.  

            To be honest we had no idea what we would find and were rather skeptical.  What we found was what we had been looking for all along.  A wonderful town full of friendly genuine people with diverse backgrounds and interests, a fabulous culinary treat in the Knife and Fork and a community well footed in the Arts.    Our son is a musician and our daughter participates in theater and visual arts.   Her years at camp have introduced her to glasswork and pottery.   With Penland School of Crafts just up the road & a theater in town there are even more opportunities for both of them during the summer.

            Now to Bigger issues like trout. There are “Big” Trout, almost certainly bigger on the end of the fly rod then in the river.  With the South and North Toe River just a crow’s fly away the fish don’t stand a chance for any fisherman on a mission.  That’s were you will find Lars on any free day.  Just waiting for a fish to rise.  The fish he catches are way over the size of any recorded fish on record. At least that’s what I am told.

            As for me, working as a professional artist I can't get a mile down the road without pulling over finding inspiration all around me. When spring comes Ill be out and about painting in plein air.   I tend to wander off the beaten path to where the wild things are.  Paintings from the area will soon be posted at www.shannonrunquist.com.

            We went looking for a piece of property and what we found was a beautiful community full of wonderful people & a well built cottage on a rustling creek.  This year we will be spending Thanksgiving in front of our fireplace with our parents too.   Before long our home will be full of lasting memories.  When we count our blessings we will include The Cove.  We are truly looking forward to meeting our new neighbors. 

Thanksgiving, 2011 - Welcome Home to the Blue Ridge Mountains

photo from http://www.burnsville-nc.com/

Photo: Biltmore Thanksgiving Food and Wine Recipes  2nd Photo:  Grove Park Inn Thanksgiving  Packages

Your choice:  High-Style Thanksgiving at the celebrated Biltmore Estate or Grove Park Inn linked under photos above, or Home-Style - reminiscent of that first Thanksgiving- join together with people from all walks of life - for the 9th Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner given as a gift to the community by the Higgins Memorial United Methodist Church in Burnsville, NC.  No reservations necessary, no charge, dine in or delivery, shut-in service available.  For more information or for transportation (locally) and to give a "heads up" of how many to expect, call 828-682-2093.

After this great home-cooked meal, head out to enjoy our backyard.  

We are the Heart of the Blue Ridge.

For photos and write-ups of our favorites from the Yancey Times Journal: Heart of the Blue Ridge 2011

We are the Gateway to Mt. Mitchell,
 the highest peak east of the Mississippi, and part of the world's oldest mountains - the Appalachians.

For activities and information about Mt. Mitchell State Park

We are Base Camp for Mountain Adventures

For contact information on nearby mountain adventures

AND We are home to THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN, 

a premier gated sanctuary setting located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, in the Toe River Valley of the Pisgah National Forest 

• Private appointments with complimentary accommodations and one night of award-winning, fine dining are available in November and December.  866-378-4769
• Cottage at Celo ready for Holiday purchase
• Woodrock, spec home ready for Spring Purchase
• Estate lots with creek, wooded privacy, or long-range views available for purchase (1-3 acres)
• A 2 1/2-minute video of THE COVE AT CELO 

Why I Chose This Area and The Cove at Celo Mountain - Guest Author, Pam Dobrowolski

Above: Pam and Dave in Michigan - Below: Pam and Dave enjoying the NC Blue Ridge and Celo property

Photos clockwise:  1st 6 photos -The Dobrowolski estate home site - - Next 2 photos- View from the top of Mt. Craig in Mt. Mitchell State Park.  We hiked 2 miles to the summit of Mt. Craig for this beautiful view, even had a few snow flakes join us.  3rd row - short but steep hike from the village of Montreat to Lookout Point.  We hiked this trail twice since it was a beautiful hike through woods and then to the top of Lookout Mountain. Last 4 photos - Navitat Zip Line Canopy Tour - Awaiting Natahala rafting photo...

Pam shared these thoughts with me during a telephone conversation this week about what drew her to the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains and to the purchase of a beautiful, large estate home site within THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN - a premier gated community in a sanctuary setting located between Asheville and Boone, North Carolina - just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.  

Last summer I came for a week to the Black Mountain area.  My daughter and her family had rented this home that looked like a castle at the top of a mountain and asked family to join her.  I had a 2-hour layover in the Asheville airport waiting for my daughter to pick me up, and so I started browsing the brochures.  The one for THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN looked so intriguing and beautiful that I wanted to visit and see what it was all about, but I didn’t have a chance to visit that week.  When I got back to Michigan, I asked a friend of mine if she would like to go back to NC with me to visit.  We came in early August and stayed again in Black Mountain – this time in a cabin.

I called you, Katherine, and set an appointment time with Paul to visit THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN between the historic towns of Burnsville and Spruce Pine. I loved the way the community seemed to nestle into the mountain.  The natural lay of the land was maintained, nature respected, and as many trees as possible preserved during construction using “limbing” rather than tree removal to provide views. I was so impressed with the way the development had been done – with the paved roads, the manicured miles of hiking trails, all the gathering places and parks – especially the main one with the large fireplace and fire pit, cooking area and seating area - the trout ponds, the children’s custom tree house and play area. I could just imagine the family gathering at night around that great fire place and fire pit at Greeter’s Park.  It was like having your own National Park – without all the people.  I knew I wanted my property at the top of the community – a large home site that would give me a beautiful view.  My lot has 160-degree panoramic views.  I want to see the Blue Ridge Mountains - that I have always loved – out of every window.

I am not sure of my building date.  I will complete only the first level at the beginning and take my time to complete the lower level.  I will make a gradual transition from Michigan and my work here to my Blue Ridge mountain home there for a few weeks out of the year until my final permanent move to Western North Carolina. Dave loved my property there also – thought the view was just beautiful.  He is very knowledgeable about architecture and construction, so it was a big help to have him there while I met on-site with Armin Wessel, the architect, about my house plans.

The Asheville magazines you sent me and that I also picked up are all so creative with ads and with events.  You could conceivably attend 3 or 4 major events every week and do a large range of things all over this area from sporting events to open-air plays, theater, craft shows, open studio tours and more.  I also love farm-to-table restaurants.  I like to eat close to the land, which you can do with all the small cafes around there and with the farm stands and markets all around where you can buy local, fresh produce – most of it organic.  Also the small towns are so much fun to visit; the creativity and talent there are amazing . Burnsville and Spruce Pine just struck me as friendly, warm communities of genuine people interested in what you have to say, in what your passions are, in getting you involved – like you did with me.

Asheville is also a big draw.  I love that you see all ages of people everywhere there – young adults, professionals, families, older people – all enjoying the sites, the restaurants, the galleries, the events. The diversity of people and of food is wonderful.  As you also said, we have never eaten in a restaurant in Asheville that was not excellent.

My great passion is being out in nature participating in outdoor activities.  I rarely sit down.  The area where THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN is located is where all these mountain activities happen – whether you want to raft, hike, kayak, do canopy tours, fish, drive the Blue Ridge Parkway or other scenic routes, and on and on.

The Blue Ridge Mountains seem to gather around you and hold you in their arms – protect you.  It is just such a warm feeling!

Call 866-378-4769 for your own private showing.  Complimentary accommodations are available in November and December.

For a 2 minute video of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

For photos of the ongoing construction of the Cottage at Celo (Christmas, 2011 projected completion!)

For photos/info on new spec home, Woodrock, beginning 

From the Developer's Standpoint - What Makes THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN unique

From an estate owner who has lived here 22 years - Why We Chose THE COVE AT CELO

From the Developer's Standpoint - New Construction - THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN - just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in NC

The full-page ad for THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN as it appears in the WNC magazine and on the back cover of the Laurel of Asheville magazine. All photos are taken on-site with one of estate owners appearing in ad with great-nephew. Click on the ad for a close-up view.

I took a few minutes to sit down with the COO of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN, Randy Frederick, to get his take on the new construction ongoing within the community in November of 2011.

Randy, what sets the construction within THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN, and the community itself, apart from most Western North Carolina premier gated communities - from a Developer's standpoint?

Our spec houses are built to a higher code than typical houses in the Carolina mountains. What I mean by this - an example - is that there is a 7-county code that any home above 3,000 feet must be built for 120 m.p.h winds - which means the entire home has to have strapping. Most inspectors don't adhere to this since it is not a part of the NC code - but an extension of it. We do adhere to this.

Another example would be the 60' bridge we built just to the right of the entrance gate. We were told that since we are a private community we did not need to have engineering work done on this or a compaction test done, yet we built it to Florida code and had both of these done - much more expensive and time-consuming, but we are in this for the long-term, and our reputation means everything.

We also did not take the easy route while putting in roads and underground utilities by cutting down a large number of trees. We felt the North Carolina mountains did not need another community that was void of trees. We have concentrated on keeping the community as natural as we could to improve - enhance - the natural state by grooming it and putting in natural amenities such as miles of manicured hiking trails.

Also, at the outset we hired a land planner that took the whole community and put in a PDZ (Potential Development Zone) within each lot for a maximized view for that owner while allowing the same for surrounding owners. This provides a level of insurance to 1st buyers that subsequent buyers will not come in and build into their views.

And, finally, we do not allow cantilevered construction as many mountain communities in North Carolina do. The reason is to preserve the beauty of the views for everyone - not just for the owners in the cantilevered home.

Enjoy the following slideshow of ongoing and new construction within THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN. For a private showing, call 866-378-4769. Complimentary accommodations are available in November and December.

For additional photos and information on the Cottage at Celo (Foxwood) under construction

For additional photos and information on the Spec House (Woodrock) just beginning

For a 2 1/2-minute video of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

3 bedroom-4 bath NEW home - 1.32 acres - gated community just off NC Blue Ridge Parkway - THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

Come visit THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN in November and December with COMPLIMENTARY accommodations (3 days/2 nights wonderful, historic bed-and-breakfast and one night of fine dining at the award-winning ten-table Knife and Fork. This same offer is available weekdays for the remainder of October, as well.) Call 866-378-4769 for lodging reservations and an appointment to see this beautiful gated sanctuary setting in the Toe River Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains between Boone and Asheville, North Carolina.

Woodrock, the new 3 bedroom/4 bath spec home is being built on estate home site # 20 - 1.32 acres. Purchase now to tweak plans to your specifications and to take advantage of the pre-construction price, which includes land. Call 866-378-4769 for builder's plans and pre, mid, and post-construction pricing.

Driveway leading up to estate home site #20 - Site of new spec home

Estate home site #20

Building site on Estate home site #20 where new spec home is to begin

Community Site Plan - Click on # 20, then click on Lot Portfolio to get further details

(Double click information below for larger view and/or click magnifying tool (wrench in upper right corner of blogger.com)

To view: New 2 bedroom/2 bath Cottage at Celo, Existing Estate Home with long-range view and two of our available long-range view lots

For a 2 1/2-minute video of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

To view professional photos of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN

Fall Foliage 2011 - just off the Blue Ridge Parkway - The Cove at Celo Mountain

The owners of THE COVE AT CELO MOUNTAIN invite you to come and experience this beautiful gated, sanctuary setting between Asheville and Boone, North Carolina - complimentary on select days for the remainder of October. (Call 866-378-4769 for details and an appointment.) Get to know our historic hometowns of Burnsville and Spruce Pine. Enjoy award-winning farm-to-table cuisine at the ten-table Knife and Fork. Travel the back roads through these storied mountains and cruise America's Favorite Drive, the Blue Ridge Parkway, a few minutes to the south of us. Live music, mountain sports galore, internationally acclaimed arts and crafts, and salt-of-the-earth people will make this a fall adventure to remember for a lifetime and, just possibly, be the serendipitous discovery of a dream home for you and your family to enjoy for all seasons. Here is a glimpse of the beauty at Celo:

An estate home within The Cove at Celo Mountain

A view from the porch of the estate home

Home site # 11 - 1.67 acres (available)

Home site # 24 - 1.22 acres (available)

Cottage Under Construction -2 bedroom/2 bath (with unfinished lower level for 3^rd bedroom, studio, etc.) - The pre-construction price of the cabin – including land, septic, and well – is $299,900 with a projected completion date of Christmas, 2011 (available)"

use tool (wrench) in upper right corner of blogger to magnify

View from cottage under construction

Large rock outcroppings in one of the 4 pocket park areas

Ayles Creek that flows throughout The Cove at Celo Mountain

• For a 2 1/2-minute movie clip of The Cove at Celo Mountain
• For Answers to Most Asked Questions about our Community
• From someone who has lived in this area for 22 years: New Estate Owners – Why We Chose The Cove at Celo Mountain
• Fall foliage forecast, festivals and flings… (scroll down to list)
• Please let us know if you would like us to mail you the view book and information or photos, or floor plans on the cabin or spec home being built.
• Good Morning America –this area 1 of - 10 Most Beautiful Places in America.
• Fodor’s, Asheville the Top of 21 WORLD Destination Places in 2011
• The highways and byways to the immediate north, south, east and west of us are all either National or State Scenic Highways – and includes America’s Favorite Drive to the south – the Blue Ridge Parkway

The Mountains are beckoning...