Relocating to Asheville
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Relocating to Asheville
Why Asheville?
Tucked into the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville's beautiful natural environment and cultural landscape draws people from around the world. Asheville’s unique natural and architectural beauty, moderate climate, strong job market, and outstanding educational and health care facilities make it one of the most attractive locations in the United States. Asheville is consistently ranked high among the best places to live, work and retire. The City’s long-range planning is directed to maintain and improve the quality of life in the area, so that it shall remain one of the "best places" to live.
Our city combines the sincerity of a small city with a wealth of natural attractions, cultural events, and entertainment activities. Asheville is only three and one-half hours from Atlanta and just over two hours from Charlotte. In fact, North Carolina's Outer Banks (home of Kitty Hawk) and South Carolina's Charleston and Myrtle Beach are within driving distance for a long weekend getaway.
Residents frequently make the most of Asheville's spas, massage centers, and alternative healing practitioners. People often compare Asheville to Boulder and San Francisco in this regard. The Grove Park Inn and bed & breakfasts outside of Asheville also entice locals looking to soothe their souls.
Attractions
In addition to its beautiful natural environment, Asheville offers many attractions equally interesting to locals and tourists.
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Museums, Historic Sites, Attractions, Festivals, etc.
Activities
Asheville offers residents and visitors endless activities in its rich natural and cultural environment. Use the links below to explore your areas of interest. more>
Entertainment, Recreation, Rejuvenation, Shopping, etc.
Community Statistics
Peruse interesting Asheville stats to develop a well-rounded understanding of life in our area. more>
Cost of Living, Education, Crime, Climate, etc.
Weather
With four distinct seasons, Asheville offers pleasant changes in temperature without reaching extremes. more>
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Articles on Asheville
Want to read about this happening city in the news? Use this link to hear what others say about Asheville. more>
National Geographic, Bonsai Exhibit, HGTV Dream Home, Bull Durham, etc...
Helpful Links
Once you move to Asheville, use these links to help you get started here. more>
Government, Voter Registration, Utilities, Moving and Storage, etc...
Asheville History
Nestled in a valley and surrounded by mountains, Asheville was settled after the revolutionary war mainly by Scotch-Irish immigrants from Northern Ireland. By 1785... more>
Golf Communities
Asheville hosts a large selection of golfing communities. more>
Grove Park, High Vista, Reems Creek, Springdale, etc...
Retirement Communities
Browse retirement communities in the Asheville Area. more>
Crowfields, Deerfields, Givens Estates, etc.
Schools
Browse information about Asheville's elementary, middle, and high schools. The area also offers charter schools, private schools, and unique colleges. more>