Its easy to understand why many residents of Black Mountain were once visitors who just couldn’t leave. With its surrounding verdant natural beauty, Black Mountain glistens as an enchanting community that has provided a wealth of happiness and comfortable memories to the many visitors that has graced its presence. Why not live here?

Known as the “Front Porch of Western North Carolina”, the town of Black Mountain is nestled in the fantastic Blue Ridge Mountains. The community is part of Buncombe County, and has an estimated population of 7,800 people. Black Mountain is only 15 miles east from Asheville and the Asheville Regional Airport, and the city of Charlotte is a two-hour drive away.

Black Mountain is a thriving community thanks to its robust tourism industry, which is the backbone of the town’s economy. Many visitors are drawn to the area’s lush foliage, mountain scenery, and quaint small-town atmosphere. For outdoor activities, Black Mountain is a launching pad to many of the area’s great hiking trails offering breathtaking views including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Seven Sisters mountain range, Craggy Gardens, and Lake Tomahawk.

Other attractions in and around the town include Biltmore Estate, the 250-room estate of George Vanderbilt, Swannanoa Valley Museum, Chimney Rock Park, Mount Mitchell, Black Mountain Golf Course, and the town’s delightful downtown that features outstanding unique stores, cafes, and restaurants.