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133 Echota Parkway
Boone, NC 28607
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Featured Properties at Echota
Pool and Hot Tub
Opening for the Season
Experience four seasons of activity in the High Country with your own home away from home at
Echota. For more details on the listings below or to learn about more properties for sale at Echota
and how to rent out your own Echota property in 2016, call [800] 333-7601 or visit EchotaNC.com.
The outdoor pool and hot tub at the Echota on
the Ridge Clubhouse will open for the season
on May 1.
Owners Site
Don’t forget to sign up for the updated Echota
Owners site. Keep up to date on the latest
community happenings, view photo galleries,
and find answers to all your questions.
Echota on the Ridge R21-A MLS T191616A
This This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom townhouse located in Echota on the
Ridge has breathtaking views of Grandfather Mountain and yielded more than $40,000 in
rental income for 2014! The main level features a bedroom and a kitchen that opens to a
great room, with access to a covered deck. Hardwood floors are featured throughout the
main level, and the kitchen features beautiful granite countertops. The second floor has two
bedrooms with a full bathroom, and the lower level includes one bedroom, a full bathroom,
and a second living area with access to another covered deck with a hot tub! Starting at
$519,000.
Indian Paintbrush Drive R1532 MLS 189231
For the first time on the market, this luxury two-bedroom, two-bathroom-plus-loft condo
features more than $13,000 in upgrades. Enjoy the long-range, layered mountain view
from the large deck with rustic log furnishings. This getaway is offered fully furnished
and ready for move-in. Interior finishes include hardwood flooring throughout the entry,
kitchen, living and dining rooms, granite counters in the kitchen, and cultured marble in
the bathrooms. With an open floor plan, this property boasts vaulted ceilings, a stacked stone
fireplace, and extra loft space. Offered at $295,000.
Peaceful Haven Drive 1221 MLS 39200452
This updated entry-level two-bedroom, two-bathroom Evergreen condo is priced to sell!
With more than $20,000 in upgrades, its open kitchen features custom cherry cabinetry,
quartz countertops and breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood flooring.
New paint throughout the home, a front guestroom with a custom built-in window seat,
and spacious master suite with access to a covered deck with beautiful mountain views make
this home the ideal getaway. Offered at $242,900.
Red Tail Summit CJ-4
MLS 193357
This entry-level three-bedroom, three-bathroom Chalakee condo features a large open
kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry,
ample storage, and tile backsplash. The living area is open and spacious, with a remotecontrol-operated stone fireplace with built-in cabinetry. The large covered deck boasts
incredible mountain views and includes lounge and eating space, as well as an outdoor gas
grill with granite surround and hood. Offered at $439,900.
Echota
The View From Here
Photo courtesy of Hugh Morton
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Everything’s Coming Up Blossoms!
Top spots for spotting spring color near Echota.
As the weather warms up and the sun comes out,
Echota homeowners can bask in the beauty of
their surroundings—pristine mountains, clear
lakes, and blooms bursting with color. Spring is
the perfect time of year to be an Echota resident.
When we talk about location, location, location,
we don’t just mean real estate. As part of the
Echota community, you get the added perk of
proximity to the scenic parkway—a front-row
seat to the spring blooms.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is home to a variety of
beautiful blooms, each springing up at different
times throughout the season. In March, bright
yellow buttercups and tart wild strawberries
appear and last until June. Beginning in April,
check out the delicate Crested Dwarf Iris and the
famous Carolina Rhododendron.
oddly named flowers that are surprisingly
intricate and sweet. For a more comprehensive
schedule of blooms along the parkway, check out
www.highcountryhost.com/high-country-bloomschedule
Looking to explore the blooms of the Blue Ridge
while enjoying a hike? Visit the Tanawha Trail,
located along the southeast edge of Grandfather
Mountain. Though the trail runs more than
13 miles, the 5-mile stretch between Beacon
Heights and Rough Ride affords you the best
view of the blooms. The Tanawha Trail is located
in Linville, N.C., about 35 minutes outside
of Boone. Learn more about the trail here:
www.cnyhiking.com/BRP-TanawhaTrail.htm
Contact us
Echota
133 Echota Parkway
Boone, NC 28607
[800] 333-7601
www.echotanc.com
what’s new
In May, drive the parkway and experience
the blazing bright colors of the Flame Azalea
and the Fire Pink. And in June, check out
the Beard Tongue and Mountain Laurel, two
As an Echota resident, you’ll not only enjoy all
of the benefits of living in a maintenance-free
community, you’ll also relish in the perks living
in one of the most diverse and naturally rich
places in the country.
What’s New at Echota?
Sizzing Summer Festivities
As the temperature continues to warm, keep in mind that summer
isn’t far off. And, for the fourth year, Echota is proud to announce
its owner favorite, the Backyard Summer Music Series.
The Backyard Music Series will be held on Saturdays at the
Echota on the Ridge Clubhouse from 4 to 6 p.m., and Appalachian
Mountain Brewery will be on-site with a cash bar serving local
craft brews and wine.
Also be on the lookout for other upcoming events, including an
Echota ASU tailgate.
Backyard Music Dates:
June 11, July 9, August 13, September 3 (Labor Day Weekend)
and October 8
Also save the date for the 15th Annual
Echota Independence Day Celebration
on Saturday, July 2!
Photo courtesy of Tweetsie Railroad
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Discover Family Favorites
As the weather begins to warm up, take the kids into town for some fun and
exciting local adventures!
Mystery Hill
[Blowing Rock]
At more than 65 years old, Mystery Hill is a family-friendly
entertainment complex devoted to entertaining and educating
young and old alike. The facility includes the original Mystery
Platform, the Mystery House, Hall of Mystery, the Appalachian
Heritage Museum and the Native American Artifacts Museum.
Open year-round, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April through May and
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. June through August. Admission is free for kids
ages 4 and under; $7 for kids ages 5 to 12; $9 for 13- to 59-yearolds; and $8 for those 60 and up. Check the website for more
information.
Takeout and
Delivery Hotspots
Enjoy your favorite local foods
from the comfort of your own
home using BooneTakeOut.com.
Mellow Mushroom
[Boone]
Enjoy munchies like stuffed mushrooms, a variety
of hoagies and calzones, perfectly paired burgers,
speciality pizza flavors like Red Skin Potato Pie and
Mellowterranean. Mellow Mushroom even offers
gluten-free crust and soy-cheese options! Delivery
available Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to
8:45 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
www.boonetakeout.com/r/20/restaurants/delivery/
Pizza/Mellow-Mushroom-Boone
Photo courtesy of Mystery Hill
www.mysteryhill-nc.com
Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Gem Mine
[Boone]
Photo courtesy of McKethan Brothers
Nestled along the mountainside, enjoy fun for the whole family
at the Magic Mountain Mini Golf & Gem Mine! Play golf on the
18-hole course, which runs up and back down the mountain,
bring out your inner child in the video arcade, and even try your
hand at gem mining! Restaurant and gift shop also on-site. Open
mid-April through October, from 9 a.m. to midnight. Mini golf
may be closed in severe weather conditions, so call ahead.
McKethan Brothers
[Boone]
[828] 265-4653
In the mood for ribs and BBQ? Get McKethan
Brothers to go! Delivery available daily from
11:15 a.m. to 7:50 p.m. With a menu packed full of
barbequed meat platters, homestyle side dishes like
mac & cheese and fried okra, and even delectable
desserts like banana pudding fruit cobbler, staying in
for dinner doesn’t sound so bad!
High Gravity Adventures
www.boonetakeout.com/r/581/restaurants/
delivery/Barbeque/McKethan-Brothers-Boone
[Blowing Rock]
Located next to Tweetsie Railroad, High Gravity Adventures is
an aerial adventure park with more than 75 in-the-air elements.
Guests can climb, swing, and balance on the aerial playground
from heights of 15 to 50 feet! Built-in steel cable lifelines connect
guests to the course via full-body harnesses, and safety is always a
priority. Participants are actively engaged in a variety of actives,
including: crossing tightropes, walking over aerial bridges,
swinging through floating foot loops, and braving giant spiders’
webs! Spring hours are Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday
and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Local
welcome
[828] 386-6222
Photo courtesy of BlowingRock.com
Meet the Neighbors
Richard and Jan Dedmon
Shelby, N.C., couple Richard and Jan Dedmon
first discovered Echota when Richard installed a
new water tank at Echota on the Ridge. While
there, Richard, who works in his family’s water
and wastewater tank business, got a first-hand
look at the gorgeous views and the beautiful
properties, and was very impressed at the
property’s management.
And, this past March, the couple purchased their
own property—a townhome at Echota on the
Ridge. “We needed a larger house for our children
and grandchildren, and our townhouse provides
that for us,” says Jan, a former elementary school
teacher. “Our children are both ASU graduates
and are thrilled to come back and visit.”
[Boone]
Enjoy gourmet salads like the Good Ole Cob,
heavenly appetizers like Drunken Mussels and
Pulled Pork & Smoked Gouda Nachos, fish & chips,
flavorful tacos, and decadent sandwiches like Fig
& Bacon Grilled Cheese and Fried Green BLT.
Delivery available Monday through Saturday from
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to
9:30 p.m.
As for activities, the Dedmons are most
excited about taking advantage of the area’s
prime skiing and shopping proximity,
attending nearby football games, and
enjoying the wonderful fall weather.
“Richard and I are looking forward to
trying new restaurants in and around
town, and the wine festivals sounds good
too,” Jan adds.
The pair hopes to spend as much time as
possible at their new townhome, and can’t
wait to explore all the amenities Echota
has to offer. Says Jan: “The pool with the
waterfall will surely be a favorite!”
www.boonetakeout.com/r/973/restaurants/
delivery/American/The-Local-Boone
Art, concerts, sculpture, and bluegrass ... a few things to choose from.
April
Apple Hill Farm Tour
April 13–May 30, 2016
[Banner Elk]
Tours leave at 2 p.m. every Wednesday
and Saturday. Come out and learn more
about the mountaintop alpaca farm,
enjoy a guided walking tour, and meet
our alpacas, llamas, donkeys, horses,
and goats! www.applehillfarmnc.com
May 7, 2016
[Downtown Blowing Rock]
An outdoor arts and crafts show
featuring 90 unique artists.
[828] 295-7851
Grandfather Mountain
Naturalist Weekend
May 20–May 22, 2016
[Grandfather Mountain]
This fascinating collection of programs
and guided walks runs from 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. and encourages guests to discover
all the diversity Grandfather Mountain
has to offer. Come learn more about
local wildflowers, birds, and nature on
the mountain. www.grandfather.com
Blowing Rock Farmers
Market
Savor Blowing Rock
May 26–June 23, 2016
[Downtown Blowing Rock]
April 14–April 17, 2016
[Blowing Rock]
Enjoy farm-fresh produce, whole foods,
and meat at the farmers market, rain
or shine! Located on Park Avenue.
www.blowingrock.com/farmersmarket
Formerly known as the Blue Ridge
Wine & Food Festival, Savor Blowing
Rock celebrates local drink, food,
entertainment, and culture through
seminars, concerts, food pairings, and
more.
[828] 295-7851
Enjoy an evening of wine and painting
in a relaxing environment led by a
trained instructor. Every participant
gets to keep their work of art, and all
materials including painting supplies,
wine, and snacks are provided.
www.blowingrockmuseum.org
MerleFest 2016
April 28–May 1, 2016
[Wilkes Community College]
MerleFest is a celebration of
“traditional plus” music, a creative mix
of traditional music mixed with classic
country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, blues,
Americana, and classic rock sounds.
The festival hosts a wide variety of
artists on 13 different stages over four
days. Tickets range from $40 to $70.
www.merlefest.org
May
Salamander Saturday
May 7, 2016
[Grandfather Mountain]
Come celebrate Southern Appalachian
salamanders and learn more about
these critters with the Grandfather
Mountain staff. www.grandfather.com
June 4, 2016
[Jefferson]
This family-friendly event allows
contestants to enter at a variety of skill
levels. Music, tubing, food, swimming,
and hiking available until 3 p.m. at the
New River State Park. Enter with a
canoe or even a kayak. Bring your own
boat or rent one at the entry site.
www.friendsofhcsp.weebly.com/newriver-canoe-race.html
Concert in the Park
June 12 & July 17, 2016
[Blowing Rock]
Free family-friendly concerts held in
Memorial Park in downtown Blowing
Rock with a variety of great tunes,
ranging from country and pop to blues
and classic rock. www.blowingrock.com
Kiddo Fishing Derby
Cork & Canvas
April 15, 2016
[Blowing Rock Art & History
Museum]
35th Annual New River
Canoe Race
calendar
Photo courtesy of Lonnie Webster
Art in the Park
Photo courtesy of Helen Hopper
Nature Photography
Weekend
May 27–May 29, 2016
[Grandfather Mountain]
Get instructional tips from top nature
photographers through informative
evening presentations, and photograph
nature yourself during the day!
Admission is $115 and includes
three-day park admission, a meal on
Saturday, and entry to all presentations.
www.grandfather.com
June 25, 2016
[Beech Mountain]
The derby will be held from 9 a.m.
to noon at Lake Coffee on Beech
Mountain. This event is free for kids
under the age of 12, and children are
encouraged to bring their fishing gear.
www.beechrecreation.com
July
Independence Day Festival
July 4, 2016
[Downtown Blowing Rock]
June
Remarkable
Rhododendron Ramble
June 1–June 12, 2016
[Grandfather Mountain]
It’s that time of year again! Come
see the rhododendrons bloom. Join
the staff at Grandfather Mountain
for special programs created to help
visitors get the most out of the blooms.
Guided walks available daily at 1 p.m.
www.grandfather.com
High Country Calendar
Events
Free events all day long, including face
painting, games, and inflatables for
kids, live bands, and a parade on Main
Street at 2 p.m.
[828] 295.5222
Tweetsie Railroad’s
Fireworks Extravaganza
July 4, 2016
[Tweetsie Railroad]
Park open till 9 p.m. Fireworks show
begins after park closing. Parking for
the show costs $5, but is free for season
pass holders.
www.tweetsie.com