Your mountain retreat, nestled in the Nantahala National Forest. Close to nature, and local mountain communities.
enjoy the view
At Garnet Ridge Preserve you are surrounded by nature, mountains and fresh air. Take it all in, you’re on mountain time!
Nature abounds, with a choice of outdoor activities in Nantahala National Forest. Go hiking, fishing, cycling or just take a scenic drive. It’s all at your door!
When you want city culture and amenities, there is much to choose from. Including world-famous Asheville, home of the Biltmore Estate and a vibrant arts and food scene.
Imagine your own moutainside retreat, a place of privacy and quiet. Garnet Ridge Preserve occupies an entire mountain side, surrounded by national forest. Absolute privacy is yours.
Welcome to Garnet Ridge Preserve, a place apart from the hustle & bustle. A place to decompress, relax and unwind. A place where nature surrounds you, and enriches your soul.
Embrace the opportunity to reconnect with nature while still enjoying the ease and convenience of modern living. Let our unparalleled destination be your sanctuary, providing a harmonious balance between unspoiled beauty and contemporary comfort.
With thousands of acres of undisturbed, federally-protected mountains in your backyard, Garnet Ridge Preserve stands alone as a most unique, private gated community. This means your mountain views will never be replaced by clear-cut forests and high-rise buildings.
Yet for all of its unspoiled beauty, Garnet Ridge Preserve is just minutes removed from some of North Carolina’s culturally rich mountain towns. Upon visiting, you’ll discover why Garnet Ridge Preserve just might be the ideal place to locate your family’s mountain retreat.
The beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, along with its affordable cost of living and mild four season climate, makes this region a wonderful place for either year-round or seasonal living.
Property at Garnet Ridge Preserve
Each homesite at Garnet Ridge Preserve enjoys pristine mountain views of the Nantahala National Forest, a feat easily achieved thanks to an elevation within the community that ranges between 3,200 and 3,800 feet. Lots range from a half-acre to over three acers in size. The majority of our lots provide building sites that are gently sloping, thereby providing easy access to build upon, and wonderful landscaping opportunities.