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Your Dreamy Summer Vacation in the North Carolina Mountains

The North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains are the vacation destination of your wildest dreams. With breathtaking views of hazy blue mountains, horseback riding, stocked fishing ponds, and hiking trails, Leatherwood Mountains Resort is the ideal place to spend summer in North Carolina. We stand out among other North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountain resorts with a hidden away feel surrounded by larger cities like Boone, Blowing Rock, and Asheville, NC. 

Book your stay in one of our cabins and luxury home rentals to experience this North Carolina slice of paradise yourself. If you cannot leave the Blue Ridge Mountains behind, we have an outstanding Rental Program to make passive income on your vacation home. We also have a stunning selection of real estate listings. 

Keep reading to learn more about the ultimate North Carolina summer vacation!

Enjoy an Equestrian Paradise This Summer in North Carolina

The Blue Ridge Mountains provide a breathtaking backdrop for horseback riding through meticulously maintained trails. The Leatherwood Mountains Resort Equine Center features 60 stalls for complete boarding services, an outdoor show-sized horseback riding ring, and a covered and lighted horseback riding arena you can enjoy no matter the weather outside.

Leatherwood Mountains Resort is honored to host many spectacular events throughout the year and host big stars like Chris Cox, Julie Goodnight, Tom Seay, and Steve Edwards. We also provide excellent horseback riding training and lessons. Travel to this equestrian paradise in the North Carolina Mountains for a summer you’ll treasure for a lifetime. 

Enjoy a Hiking Adventure in North Carolina This Summer

Leatherwood Mountains Resort offers our guests 75 miles of adventurous hiking trails to explore. You can access the well-renowned Appalachian Trail directly at Leatherwood Mountains Resort. There are also many nearby hiking trails. Boone is a half-hour drive away and has many gorgeous hiking trails. You can also enjoy hiking the nearby half-mile Blowing Rock Nature Trail. The Blowing Rock is a massive cliff 4,000 feet above sea level that overlooks Johns River Gorge. 

Enjoy Thrilling Water Sports at Leatherwood Mountains Resort

You can enjoy fishing at the Leatherwood Mountains Resort ponds this summer without needing a North Carolina fishing license. In our ponds, you will find rainbow trout and small-mouth bass. We also offer guests a 1-mile stretch of NC Hatchery-supported trout waters. You will need to get a North Carolina fishing license with a trout stamp to enjoy these Game Warden-regulated waters. It will be worth it, though, since the area has some of the finest trout streams in the state. 

Guests can also beat the North Carolina summer heat with a tubing ride down Elk Creek that runs through the Leatherwood Mountains Resort campground. Enjoy pure tranquility in peaceful waters with a couple of gentle rapids. There are tube rentals and release information in our Visitor Center.

Book your stay today to enjoy a dreamy North Carolina summer at Leatherwood Mountains Resort!

Business Spotlight: Head Out to Horse Country for a Stay at Leatherwood Mountains Resort

Business Spotlight: Head Out to Horse Country for a Stay at Leatherwood Mountains Resort

PUBLISHED MONDAY, JUNE 13, 2016 AT 8:50 PM

Story and Photos by Jessica Isaacs | jessica@highcountrypress.com

Looking for a new mountain vacation spot? Whether you’re searching for a camping site, a quaint cabin or a luxury log home, you’ll find the perfect summer getaway at Leatherwood Mountains Resort.

Even if you live nearby, a day or two at this quiet haven will make you feel like you’re worlds away from your everyday routine. Drive along the gravel road that leads to the resort and you’ll feel your worries drift away as you travel by pastures of grazing horses.

This equine-inclusive resort community is great for family vacations, weddings and special events, corporate retreats, romantic getaways or a simple afternoon trail ride.

Whatever brings you to Leatherwood, there’s so much to do on-site and so much natural beauty to enjoy that you may decide to stay a little longer than you’d planned.

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Leatherwood Mountains Resort

“Leatherwood is the destination for people that are traveling here. They come here because they’ve found a home they want to rent, and when they’re here they rarely ever leave,” said Abbie Hanchey, Leatherwood’s event and marketing director. “If they do leave, they’re going to Boone or Blowing Rock to do a little shopping.”

The resort offers a vast array of lodging options in addition to campsites with full hook-ups, so you’ve always got a place to stay that meets your every need.

“We have 45 homes in our rental program, ranging anywhere from one-bedroom honeymoon lodging all the way up to amazing five plus bedroom, 8,400 square foot log homes,” Hanchey said. “Most houses have hot tubs, gourmet kitchens and Blue Ridge Parkway views.”

Welcome to Horse Country

While you’re on site in the summer months, enjoy a swimming pool, tennis courts, a playground for the kids, miles of hiking trails, fishing along a one-mile section of North Carolina hatchery support trout waters and, of course, horseback riding. You’re welcome to bring your own horses, too.

“We offer one- and two-hour guided trail rides for the public, and riders need to be at least seven years old,” Hanchey said. “For younger kids, we do leadline rides where we can put them on a horse and our trained staff will walk the horse so they can experience riding.”

Don’t feel like cooking while you’re on vacation? Leatherwood features an on-site restaurant and bar that offers great burgers, ribs, wings and salads, as well as four taps and a full liquor license if you’d like to wet your whistle. Don’t forget to pack your dancing shoes — there’s also live music every weekend.

If you can’t get enough of Leatherwood, you’re not alone, and you certainly don’t have to leave. The resort also sells real estate, with options ranging from lots, already built homes and custom-built log homes.

The variety of lodging options and luxury amenities combined with a pristine natural environment make the perfect recipe for your next mountain getaway, whether you’re crossing the country to get here or just driving down the road.

There’s a lot to do at Leatherwood, but the amenities are not the only thing that keep folks coming back.

“It’s absolutely the feeling that they get when they come here. It’s not necessarily the view or the house, but it’s absolutely the vibe that just puts people at ease,” said Hanchey. “It makes them forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We are getting more able to dial out on our cellphones and things like that, but a lot of times you’re kind of unplugged while you’re here, and you just don’t get that this day and age.

“People just love it and they can’t get enough. They come once, fall in love and then they just keep coming back year after year with their families.”

Sold on visiting this one-of-a-kind resort? Visit leatherwodmountains.com for more information and start planning your trip today.

Meet in the Mountains at Leatherwood Mountains Resort – The Corporate retreat has evolved

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By: Adam Wohnoutka

 

The corporate retreat has evolved. No longer is it a stuffy, formal affair. Instead, meeting places are inspiring places, with scenic views, state-of-the-art facilities, and plenty of engaging team-building activities.

Nowhere is this new meeting place more evident than at Leatherwood Mountains Resort. Surrounded by North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, this meeting place oasis features stunning scenery, exceptional amenities, and outdoor adventures. Meet any time of the year, including mid-week and off-season to avoid the crowds.

Surrounded by pristine peaks and wandering woodlands, the view is sure to get your creative juices flowing. The 8400 square foot open air “Covered Pavilion” can accommodate 400+ for seated dinners. Set up a large tent and meet in the Cabin Meadow, a breathtaking creek-side pasture set in the shadow of the original Hendrix Home Place. For an indoor get-together, try the Hendrix Cabin or Saddlebrook Restaurant, which accommodates 40 to 50 inside and more than 200 when the lawn and gardens are utilized.

“Leatherwood provided a positive, relaxed experience for my corporate retreat,” a satisfied guest said. “The off-site workshops at the resort combine an informal setting that provokes open communication, teaming, and outdoor activities with a fantastic view. There’s no question from my team on where we go for our off-site meetings.”

Paired with these fantastic meeting spaces are luxury accommodations. Spacious vacation homes feature one to five+ bedrooms, so you can fit the entire gang. Enjoy an array of amenities like hot tubs, wood-burning fireplaces, satellite television, a swimming pool, and much more. Pets are welcome in many of the homes, so the entire family can stay. If you get hungry, catering options and private chefs are available to please every palate.

“Leatherwood Mountains Resort had an onsite restaurant that serves three meals a day,” a first-time guest said. “The food choices, service, and quality were great. We traveled with four teenagers, one preteen, and two adults. The home we selected had three levels, including three very comfortable bedrooms, a basement full of entertainment, a gourmet kitchen on the middle level of the home, pool table, ping pong, hot tub, and mountain views that were outstanding.”

When you’re not indulging in all the resort’s amenities, head out and enjoy the natural splendor. Try trout fishing in the many surrounding streams, have a holiday on horseback thanks to the resort’s equine center, or hike through more than 75 miles of mountain-lined trails. Hike along the ever-popular and ever-breathtaking Appalachian Trail. No matter what you’re looking to do, the devoted staff is more than happy to assist you.

“Abbie was a joy to work with,” returning guest Rita said. “She has an ‘anything you need, we can do it’ attitude and she means it. I was making most plans from Arizona and Abbie quickly provided me with any information I needed. I am a bit of a perfectionist and have trouble delegating responsibilities. The entire staff at Leatherwood continuously asked if we needed anything and anything we asked was immediately met with assistance. This was just about the nicest group of people I have ever had the pleasure to work with for any event. I highly recommend Leatherwood Mountains and Abbie to anyone looking for a venue that requires a pristine, rustic mountain environment.”

This devotion to above-and-beyond service, combined with awe-inspiring scenery, creative corporate spaces, and almost endless outdoor activities, make Leatherwood Mountains Resort your meeting place oasis any time of the year.

Leatherwood Mountains Real Estate News

Leatherwood-2410Good News! 2015 was the best year of the real estate market at Leatherwood Mountains since 2007, and the Buyer interest is continuing.  Leatherwood Homes and Land Sales, LLC has sold six homes and nine lots over the last 15 months.  In addition to the properties that we have sold, we also have good activity on building in Leatherwood as well.  Leatherwood currently has 4 homes under construction, and has had 3 homes completed in the last two years.

 

   Our marketing program is simple, unique and effective.  We advertise Leatherwood Mountains as a Vacation or Event Destination to get people to Leatherwood, and when they come, we offer our facilities and activities to assure they enjoy their experience.  We are currently booking events and weddings well into 2017. For more information, please visit our website,  www.leatherwoodmountains.com

 

   It is no secret that we make these efforts and incur the related expenses to help accomplish the primary goal of selling the homes and lots of our listing clients.  We realize that, primarily due to our location at the entrances to Leatherwood Mountains, our business practices and performance necessarily impact the reputation and success of our community.    We appreciate your  continued support as we market your property, and I invite your suggestions as we continue to strive to make Leatherwood Mountains one of the best places on earth.

Trevor Whitson

trevor@leatherwoodmountains.com
336 973-5028
www.leatherwoodrealestate.com

LEATHERWOOD MOUNTAINS RESORT RECEIVES NATIONAL ATTENTION

Leatherwood Named One of Wedding Wire’s Top 22 Mountain Venues

By Jessica Isaacs – editor of the High South Wedding Guide

Leatherwood Mountains Resort

The High Country’s own Leatherwood Mountains Resort was recently named one of 22 Editor’s Picks for mountain venues in the nation by WeddingWire.com, an online guide for helpful information on vendors across the country.

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A summer 2015 wedding at Leatherwood Mountains Resort. Harper Noel Photography.

Tucked away in the hills of Ferguson, North Carolina, this secluded, equestrian-inclusive resort combines a pristine, pastoral setting with quiet luxury and seriously gorgeous, long-range mountain views.

“Wedding Wire has been an industry leader for online-based wedding resources for many years now. For many brides, it can be a one-stop-shop location when scouting vendors to use,” said Abbie Hanchey, event and marketing director at Leatherwood. “The reputation-based review component can be very helpful to brides looking for credibility while planning an out-of-town wedding.”

Hanchey looks forward to sharing everything the resort has to offer with an increased number of online readers in and out of state.

“Leatherwood Mountains Resort has worked very hard to achieve success in the wedding industry. This recognition makes us very proud of our accomplishments,” she said. “There are so many amazing wedding venues for couples to pick from, and we feel honored that we were chosen among the top in the country as a Wedding Wire editor’s choice. “

Leatherwood is part of High South Event Professionals, a strong network of folks who work hard every day to put our area on the map as the premier wedding and special events destination in the southeast.

“The North Carolina High Country is a wealth of resources for any couple looking for the perfect mountain wedding. Clients from all over the world will find exactly what their hearts desire among our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains,” Hanchey said. “Maintaining a strong web presence is essential for our profession, and this type of recognition helps everyone involved with the wedding industry in our area.”

Leatherwood is the perfect combination of simplicity and natural elegance, so it’s no surprise to us that it’s receiving national attention.

The venue can accommodate up to 400 guests and offers on-site catering and lodging.

Leatherwood is the only North Carolina venue featured of the 22 selected as Editor’s Picks.

Want to learn more about Leatherwood? Call 336-973-5044 or visitleatherwoodmountains.com.

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