Once again, someone has let the cat out of the bag, with the news that Asheville is one of the top three places in the US to retire. The Motley Fool website announced that Asheville shares the honors with Prescott, AZ and Sarasota FL. For everyone who already lives here in western NC, that does not come as a surprise.
Cited for its temperate yet variable climate, gorgeous surroundings, and cultural offerings, [...]
How many times have you wished you could just pack your suitcase and move into your own Montreat home? Well, here’s a listing at 122 Kanawha Drive that will let you do just that. This three-bedroom, 2-bath cottage comes furnished and move-in ready. And with its low maintenance yard and easy accessibility, you won’t have much to worry about [...]
If anyone ever questions the majestic beauty of Black Mountain, all you have to do is look at the long list of movies filmed in the area to know that we aren’t the only ones who appreciate the spectacular scenery that surrounds us. A quick glance at some of those movies confirms that western NC is a breathtakingly gorgeous place to live.
The latest filming is taking place right now across the western NC area including some scenes in Black Mountain. “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” hits the big screen sometime in 2017 and stars Woody Harrelson as a sheriff. There have been multiple local sightings of Woody, who debuted his Emmy-winning role on Cheers more than 30 years ago. It’s been almost 30 years since Dirty Dancing, filmed around Lake Lure, made its silver screen debut, and it was more than 35 years ago that Being There, starring Peter Sellers, was filmed at the Biltmore. In addition to Hunger Games scenes, movies that include some locally-shot scenes include Forrest Gump, Patch, and Mastermind, which is set to be released this fall.
The long list of fantastic movies which have scenes filmed locally reminds us at Greybeard Realty of how fortunate we are to live in such an eye-catching and, in the case of these movies, scene-stealing locale. It’s just one more reason to move on up here. To try out living up here, you might want to stay at one of Greybeard Rentals’ long term rentals. And if you’re ready to make the move, look through our residential listings and see what catches your eye. And if you can’t make it up here right away, have a viewing of one of these movies so you can at least appreciate the beauty of the place vicariously.
Well, the first quarter market statistics are in, and the recent trend of tightening supply seems to be impacting the real estate market in the western NC mountains. And fairly predictably, as the housing supply dwindles, land sales have surged for the first time in several years. The current numbers support the supply v demand theory so [...]
Greybeard Realty’s new listing, 57 Gold Anchor Lane in Black Mountain, began life as a secluded fishing cabin, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. While its audience hasn’t changed, this lovely home has been transformed from cabin into a contemporary private [...]
So, let’s say you’re already living in Black Mountain or perhaps you’re looking to relocate to the western NC mountains. And perhaps you’ve always dreamed of running your own business. Well, [...]
If you are thinking of buying a home in western NC, Greybeard Realty encourages you to learn about the buying process before you start. Our office, located in Black Mountain, has Realtors who are local and very knowledgeable about the area. And we love where we live. It's why we are so invested in our [...]
Greybeard Realty of Black Mountain announces the addition of Leigh Glenn Lunsford, our newest Realtor. Leigh joins our other 20 brokers, each with a special NC mountain connection.
Leigh Glenn Lunsford, a fifth generation Black Mountain native, knows our local area well. An Owen High School graduate, she attended Queens College in Charlotte NC before transferring to Appalachian State in Boone, NC where she graduated with a degree in Biology with a Chemistry minor. After graduation, she returned to Black Mountain and opened Riddles Flower Shop that she owned and operated for 20 years.
Leigh is excited to use her familiarity with the local area to help new clients find their special home. "I feel very fortunate to live in such a beautiful, serene place myself," she says. "I'm looking forward to assisting other people who want to relocate to our incredibly peaceful area."
Leigh is married to Jamie Lunsford, also a Black Mountain native and owner of Jamie Lunsford Construction Inc. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, gardening, canning and spending time at the Lake James house that she and her husband own. She has always possessed a strong love and compassion for animals, especially her dogs.
Greybeard Realty, established in 1998 by founder and president Chip Craig, serves the western NC area with offices in Black Mountain and Asheville. In addition, Greybeard Rentals manages more than 350 area rental homes for vacationers and long-term renters. Please contact Greybeard Realty for more information.
A traditionally styled log home nestled in 17 acres of serenity, all with easy access to Black Mountain, awaits you. If you've had your eye out for an idyllic Black Mountain vacation home, now is the time to head up this way to see 68 So Hi Trail. [...]
The end of the year is always time for reflection and resolutions. And real estate is no different. The year-end numbers for real estate sales in Buncombe County and Black Mountain indicate that the market is solid. A closer reflection of the numbers reveals some interesting [...]
