SweetGrass, in Blowing Rock, N.C., is a mountain meadow community framed by stunning mountain views, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain and Julian Price Memorial Park. The natural characteristics of SweetGrass join together, offering a remarkably inspired lifestyle for the families who choose to make the community their home.
A 22-acre lake, parks, trails and Boone Fork Creek, designated outstanding resource waters and wild trout waters by North Carolina, provide endless fun. Crystal clear SweetGrass Lake beckons families to float the day away in the cool water, or perhaps paddle a canoe or kayak.
Sitting on water’s edge, the Lake House is a welcoming retreat, serving as the social center of the community and perfect for impromptu gatherings as well as social events. Early in the morning, you’ll see residents launching their canoes from the Boat House for a leisurely paddle to Little Canoe Park. Warm summer days will find families enjoying the lakefront swim beach. As the sun fades, neighbors gather by the grand hearth for a glass of wine and friendly conversation.
SweetGrass features cottages, cabins, mountain lodge homes and one-to-three acre estate lots. Cottages offer a beautiful view of SweetGrass Lake or the rolling hills of the meadow. Log cabins blend into their natural setting while estate lots, situated on the highest elevations in the community, provide the perfect setting to build the home of your dreams. The choices are endless and the rewards of living here are sublime. Find your place at SweetGrass.
Click here to learn more! Many Ways to Enjoy Nature: Outdoor living spaces found throughout the community, include a fire pit, patios and even historic Chimney Park – everything needed to make the most of living in this relaxing outdoor-oriented community. A short walk from SweetGrass, Julian Price Memorial Park is home to picnic grounds, camping, nature walks and boat rentals.
Location is Everything: Only a few miles from SweetGrass, the town of Blowing Rock, with elevations of more than 3,600 feet, offers spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Parkway. This 100 year-old village’s charm has drawn generations of families to enjoy its cool summers and the shops and galleries that dot its streets. Restaurants are surprisingly cosmopolitan, garnering raves from no less than the New York Times.
Creative Culture: Blowing Rock offers cultural events for all tastes, including a professional summer stock theatre, concerts and the new Hayes Performing Arts Center, which attracts a variety of events.
Mountain Highs: Nearby Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountains and for those not faint of heart, the Mile-High Swinging Bridge beckons. Back on terra firma, some of the region’s favorite alpine hiking trails afford the opportunity to view a variety of wildlife in this globally recognized nature preserve.
Lots to Choose From: Home sites at SweetGrass are priced from $175,000 to $1 million.
Homes Sweet Homes: Architectural elements of homes are inspired by nature and highlight the details and materials that are unique to the area. A variety of distinct styles of architecture ensure that quality and consistency will be maintained, while providing freedom and individual tastes to homeowners and builders. Prices begin in the $500,000s.
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