The FEI World Equestrian Games™, the World Championships of International equestrian sport, are coming to the Charlotte, North Carolina region in September 2018. The games will be held in Mill Spring, North Carolina, about 80 miles west of Charlotte at the Tryon International Equestrian Center.  The 12-day event, with some 1,000 riders and horses from 70 nations, will take place from September 11th through the 23rd. These games are held every four years in the middle of the Olympic cycle. First held in 1990, previous host cities for the World Equestrian Games were: Stockholm, Sweden (1990), The Hague, Netherlands (1994), Rome, Italy (1998), Jerez de la Frontera, Spain (2002), Aachen, Germany (2006), Lexington, Kentucky (2010), and Normandy, France (2014). Administered by the worldwide ... 02/27/2018

Looking for comfort and mountain living in beautiful Western NC?This property  may be of interest to you. Offered For $702,500- MLS #565598Home is Currently OFF The MarketFor Information On This Community Contact Robin                                                                 Craftsman Home .9 acre lot sited in cul-de-sac Over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space Tung and groove ceiling in living area 4 bedrooms (2 master bedrooms) and 4 baths Carpet, hardwood and tile flooring Central vacuum and gas log fireplace (vented) Multiple decks Subzero refrigerator, gas cooktop downdraft stove, wall oven Equestrian center and so much more For more pictures and information visit the Visual Tour.  For further information on the Hendersonville, Asheville area visit Robin's Website. 08/21/2014

Mark Friday April 1 and Saturday April 2, 2011 on your calendar for silly fun in downtown Tryon.  It's a family-oriented Street Festival with fun for all. Festivities begin at 6:33 PM Friday evening with a street dance on McCown Street.  There will be a dance contest sponsored by the Tryon Fine Arts Center. The April celebration will continue Saturday with games and activities at the Tryon Depot from 10 AM to 5 PM. There will be a Bad Art show and music from noon to 3 pm.  At 4:30 PM, there will be a Trashion Show at The Depot.  Featured will be recycled fashion made of whatever recycled materials contestants can put together as an outfit. Each Trashion entry will need to be modeled for the runway. For more information contact Mary Prioleau 828-859-9962. The Fool's Parade will come dow... 03/31/2011

All About Homeowners Insurance Everybody who owns a home should get insurance on their property, and everyone who has a mortgage on their home MUST get an insurance policy. The lender will force you to carry a policy that covers fire and hazard insurance in order to protect their investment. In places like Florida you will also be required to take out windstorm insurance (i.e. protection against hurricanes). If you don't take out your own policy, the lender will take one out for you (which will be more expensive than the one you would have gotten) and bill you for it. If you don't pay what they bill you for insurance the lender can foreclose on your home so, the bottom line is that you should shop around and take out your own homeowners insurance.|Homeowners insurance policies are broke... 01/06/2011

17th Annual Blue Ridge BBQ and Music Festival in Tryon NC If you aren't planning on being in Tryon NC this weekend, you may well be missing the best place to taste the south's best of the best BBQ grillers this year. The best of the best always show up, coming from all over the two Carolina's and further. This Friday, 3-11pm and Saturday 10am to 11pm, June 11-12th at Harmon Field in Tryon, you will find arts and crafts, great food, rides and entertainment for the kids and more. Admission is $7 for adults and kids are free! Parking is fre as well. You can listen to a great mix of ecelctic music, eat the best food, and see some of the nicest crafts around all in one place. If you are planning on attending look at the Blue Ridge BBQ and Music Festival Map page to locate parking information... 06/09/2010

  Saluda NC's Seventh Annual Arts and Music Festival will ne held next Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 10:am to 5:00pm. It will be all along Main Street, in the little town that time literally forgot. This is the most unique artist community and the town is small and friendly. The stores downtown are very ecclectic and you will have some rare finds coming to Saluda. And did I mention the food is fantastic? There are several great places to eat, so just show up and waunder around. This year is the first juried art show, so the artwork you will be seeing should be top notch. Enjoy the King Pup Radio Show with Phil and Gaye Johnson, a radio show performing from the Pavilion at McCreery Park starting at 12pm. Bring your kids and visit the Childrens Tent, so that they can create their own art. ... 05/10/2010

Bright's Creek Info: Nestled among the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, Bright's Creek is an exclusive 5,000-acre property. It features exquisite homesites that offer breathtaking views of our world-class, Tom Fazio designed golf course surrounded by mountains with names like Cliffield and McCraw. In the deep gap that forms between them, members also enjoy horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, tennis, swimming and more. We like to think that's the hallmark of Brights Creek. First class amenities. And first-class people. A 24-hour guarded Greeter's Cottage assures peace of mind for residents. Offering luxury living within a mountain lifestyle, Bright's Creek boasts an award-winning Equestrian Center and Members' Lodge. Bright's Creek is a unique "fiber-to-home"... 12/08/2009

Visit Link Central - Everything you will ever need! FEATURED LISTINGS HC Barrett Custom Built Waterview Lot Custom Home. This home offers a roomy open floor plan with large owners suite, gourmet kitchen,viewing terrace & courtyard. Hm. also will have back-up generator. Too much deatail to list. Call for additional details. If the SLIDESHOW is not working correctly hit "F5" on your keyboard.... Single Family (Active) Area: 47/0 MLS#: 880621 LP: $ 1,400,000 Subdivision: Derbyshire L36 Tax Loc: Polk Columbus, NC 28722 County: Polk  Schools: Polk County Schools     Square FeetMain: 2500 - 3000 Upper: 1100 - 1300 Total HLA: 3100 - 3800Total Unheated: 1500 - 2000Beds: 3Baths: 4/1ROOMS Main: Dining Rm, Great Rm, Kitchen, Laundry, Master BR, Pantry Upper: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room Lower... 08/18/2009

  Visit Link Central - Everything you will ever need! FEATURED LISTINGS See the Virtual Tour This 'Primrose' Cottage design to be built be leading luxury home builder HC Barrett can be built 3 different ways (Crawl Space, Unfinished Basement & Finished Basement / all with opt. Conservatory) Current Price reflects unfinished basement. Call for other pricing options. If the SLIDESHOW is not working correctly hit "F5" on your keyboard.... Single Family (Active) Area: 47/0 MLS#: 880548 LP: $ 1,350,000 Subdivision: Derbyshire L6  Tax Loc: Polk Columbus, NC  28722    County: Polk Opt: Finished Walkout Basement Plan     Square FeetMain:  1560                  Upper: 637              Bsmt: 1173Total HLA: 3100 - 3800Beds: 3+Baths: 3/1ROOMS Main: Breakfast, Dining Rm, Foyer, Great Rm, Kitchen, La... 08/16/2009

  Visit Link Central - Everything you will ever need! FEATURED LISTINGS When you first approach Derbyshire, you'll find that every corner turned reveals the natural beauty of the land. Lush green pastures with mountain views. This extraordinary land provides the ideal setting for a distinctive mix of large estate sites, garden cottages and townhomes anchored by an English-style pedestrian village overlooking the picturesque 33-acre lake. Of course, the residences of Derbyshire will only be rivaled by its exceptional amenities. If the SLIDESHOW is not working correctly hit "F5" on your keyboard....       Email: E-mail Website: www.YourCharlotteLuxuryHome.com Luxury / Home Search Request Charlotte Luxury Community DirectoryGolf Course CommunitiesWaterfront Luxury HomesEquestrian / Horse F... 08/14/2009

Asheville "GREEN" Real Estate and Relocation: MARKET OUTLOOK-It's GREEN  and EQUESTRIAN Friendly (Part 5).  As I mentioned in Part 4 of this series, to some extent, we have felt the effects of credit tightening and the sub-prime mortgage crisis. But consider this:  Demand for green built homeshas only increased. And, in Asheville, it seems to help drive our market in a healthy trajectory.  For those relocating to Asheville:   MSN "Best Housing Markets"recently reported  that    Asheville is in the Top 10 List  The Asheville area and the Foothills of South Carolina have another magnetic feature for those relocating to this beautiful environment. That is that we are known for amazing equestrian properties-Horse farms, horse-lovers communities, estates with lots of trails for horses leadin... 03/07/2009

This waterfall on conservation land  beautiful, is it not? But there is more to it than just that. Not to discount the beauty, but only to say there is a surprise beyond the waterfall, beyond the trees lit, as if by a special sunny spotlight. I can tell you where to look, but that might spoil the surprise!  I could hint that there is a face here... 01/24/2009

Saturday, July 5th, will be the 45th Annual Coon Dog Day Festival in Saluda, NC. This is a great time to get out with man's best friend to meet and visit with your neighbors. The Saluda Fire Department will be serving a breakfast to the festival's attendees, watch the parade that takes place around 11am, dogs get to compete in various contests at the Saluda Elementary School after 1pm and the festival concludes with a street dance for everyone from 8pm to midnight, with live music happening all throughout the day. Bring your dog, bring your family and bring your sense of fun to Saluda's Coon Dog Day festival. You won't be disappointed! 06/26/2008

The small town of Saluda sits at the top of the Saluda Grade amongst gorgeous natural scenery that offers a welcome retreat from the quick-paced lifestyle of the big city. The city goes out of its way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for local artisans. That's why so many art galleries dot the landscape. Theater and music are also mainstays in the local art scene. With places like the Flat Rock Playhouse, Tosh's Whistle Stop Cafe and the Purple Onion, anyone can take a moment to enjoy fine performances from local actors and musicians. The cozy environment that Saluda provides encourages couples to stay and raise their families here. If you want to raise your family outside the hectic rat race of a big city, or if you just feel the need to get away, Saluda real estate is a great ... 06/19/2008

 update: if you like this post, please subscribe to my blog! Thankyou!** IS A FABULOUS HORSE FARM IN YOUR FUTURE?** If you love horses and horse country, you will love a special place I know of near Asheville, North Carolina. I guess it's no secret that just under an hour's easy drive from Asheville, in Polk County, you will find some of the best land for equestrian pursuits imaginable. And almost everything you might need for those pursuits awaits you. Just look at this list I've alphabetized for you... APPAREL - ENGLISH/WESTERNBLACKSMITH/FARRIERSBREEDINGDRIVING HORSES/LESSONSEQUINE ACUPUNCTURE/ ALTERNATIVE THERAPIESEQUINE DENTISTRYEQUESTRIAN ORGANIZATIONS EQUESTRIAN SCHOLARSHIPS EVENTINGFARM/ANIMAL SUPPLIES                                                         ARM EQUIPMENT FEED SUP... 05/30/2007