Regional Context

from Riversong Brochure

by BD Creative Group

Introduction

Western North Carolina

From its early days of statehood to its historic witness of the Wright Brothers’ first flight, the Tar Heel State melds a rich history with an array of natural landscapes. Coastal plains border national seashores, and exalted mountain ranges reach skyward in open-air majesty. Forty-five scenic byways offer a “road less traveled” for exploring the state’s diverse topography.

Asheville: A global destination Just shy of an hour’s drive (45 miles) from Riversong, Asheville is a hub of cosmopolitan energy. In 2018 (among accolades too many to mention), Condé Nast Traveler readers picked Asheville as #8 among The Best Small Cities in the U.S., and Global Traveler named it the #1 Foodie City” in the world. Explore Asheville aboard a vintage trolley. Tour through the Biltmore House. Look on as skilled artisans practice their crafts. Drive the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway. Or spend a day exploring Asheville’s countless boutique shops and upscale restaurants.

Burnsville: Truly artful A mecca for potters, quilters, weavers, glass blowers, musicians, blacksmiths and painters, this area is home to artistic institutions such as HandMade in America, the Southern Highland Craft Guild and Penland School of Crafts.

Adding to the artistic appeal of this quaint mountain enclave is a stunning landscape that begs exploration. Rivers for fishing and whitewater rafting complement miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Two local golf courses challenge golfers of all abilities, and a scenic panorama provides a perfect backdrop for those who just want to relax and take it all in.

For a close-up look at the vastness of the universe above, Burnsville is also home to the Bare Dark Sky Observatory— a new, custom-built telescope whose large 34-inch mirror provides awe-inspiring, 360-degree views of the night sky.