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Listen to bluegrass,. hHike old growth forests,. sShoot rapids,. vVisit artists at work,.

eEnjoy summer stock theatre,. cCatch prize trout,. vVisit gem mines,. and zZipline

through the canopy;. aAll within 30 minutes of yourour front porch.

Minutes from Mountain Air islies the quintessential small town of Burnsville, where

movies are just $5 and breakfast at the Hilltop is a must. High quality art galleries dot

the main square, the home of local events such as the Old Timey Festival, arts and

crafts shows, and a multitude of live music performances. The slow, sweet pace of life

here feels light and refreshing. Life here is slow and sweet.

The largest single family residence in America, Biltmore Estate, attracts more than one

million annual visitors. The private homes and home sites at Mountain Airs Timber Sky

may not be as large, but theyre equally as breathtakingamazing.

Arguably the most iconic drive in America, the Blue Ridge Parkway, just minutes from

Mountain Air, provides breathtaking scenery for members of our Happy Hikers and Con-

vertible Touring clubs.

Located less than 40 miles northeast of Asheville, Mountain Air can be easily reached

from four commercial airports --: Asheville (AVL), Charlotte (CLT), Tri -Cities (TRI), and

Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP). A major expansion of US 19 makes it quick and easy forMountain Air residents to enjoy the galleries and restaurants that make Asheville one of

Americas most renowned cultural centers.

More than two decades ago, the Banks and Young families of Burnsville gave birth to

Mountain Air. Their vision, creativity, guts, and determination -, often against almost in-

surmountable odds -, resulted in a mountaintop community many developers bench-

mark against, few try to emulate and none have replicated. Those of us lucky enough to

call Mountain Air Hhome are in their debt.

The 6,684 ft. high summit of Mount Mitchell greetssalutes Mountain Air pilots as they

take off. Golfers en route to the 6th tee box catch breathtaking views of above endless

forest as they pass the runways end.

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Penland is, Americas premiere school for artisans of all media, is dedicated to preserv-

ing and expanding creative arts through education. Mountain Air residents are strong

supporters of this exceptional school and are enthusiastic bidders at the annual Penland

auction, a fundraiser that raises funds for this truly unique place where art is celebrate-

da way of life.

In an afternoons drive, Mountain Air residents can pass by more than 200 quilt blocks,

connected by pattern name, to the history of the land, building, or family where each

square hangs. AThe Quilt Trails project spannings 30 states, however, more quilt

squares can be seen in our own backyard than any other place in America.

More artists per capita reside in the mountains of western North Carolina than in any

other region in the U.S. In June and December each year, more than 100 Toe River Arts

Council (TRAC) members open their studios to the public, offering free self-guided tours

of their private work spaces and galleries. invite the public to take free, guided tours of

their studios and galleries. These premier open studio tours featuring both world-renown

and emerging artists are Its a must- do for Mountain Air families and friends.

Forget about almost, this IS heaven. From Crabtree Falls to Blowing Rock, from the

mighty French Broad and Nantahala Rivers, or to the Pisgah National Forest;, Mountain

Air residents live in Paradise amidstare connected to the wonders of nature.