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North Carolina 55+ Communities

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

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Chestnut Hill of Highlands

Chestnut Hill of Highlands

Chestnut Hill of Highlands

20 Chestnut Hill Drive P. O. Box 40
Highlands, NC 28741

Chestnut Hill of Highlands is a senior living community located near the resort towns of Highlands and ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

78 W. Main St.
Brevard, NC 28712

Why sacrifice four season living with the high heat and humidity that coastal areas are plagued with? Many potential retirees and second home buyers have found the North Carolina mountains to their liking. There are many lifestyle choices to consider in f

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

The Carillon

The Carillon

The Carillon

4512 Lawndale Drive
Greensboro, NC 27455

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Rental Homes

The Point

The Point

The Point

1913 Brawley School Road
Mooresville, NC 28117

The Point, a family-oriented waterfront community just outside Charlotte, N.C., offers an upscale country club lifestyle in a casual setting, surrounded by 18 miles of Lake Norman shoreline. Luxury amenities include golf, tennis, swimming, boating and mor

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

850 Cedar Point Blvd.
Swansboro, NC 28584

Waterway Resort is located on 28 sprawling acres of land in picturesque Swansboro, North Carolina. The resort is situated along the Intracoastal Waterway between Swansboro and Cape Carteret. Open year round, and feature over 300 sites with full hook-ups.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, RV Communities

Fairfield Mountains

Fairfield Mountains

Fairfield Mountains

112 Mountains Boulevard
Lake Lure, NC 28746

The Lake Lure area provides many recreational opportunities, from world class golf, incredible fishing and hunting, hiking, rafting and canoeing and pleasure cruises on the lake to area restaurants and parks. The Activities Center has tennis, two pools an

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Headwaters at Banner Elk

Headwaters at Banner Elk

Headwaters at Banner Elk

312 Shawneehaw Avenue
Banner Elk, NC 28604

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Catatoga

Catatoga

Catatoga

1 Indian Creek Drive
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Mountain Aire Golf Club

Mountain Aire Golf Club

Mountain Aire Golf Club

1104 Golf Course Road
West Jefferson, NC 28694

Mountain Aire Golf Club and Fairway Ridge Development combines to bring you extraordinary real estate offerings. From new townhome development and homes for sale to scenic lots for sale, Mountain Aire offers beautiful golf real estate options. Mountain Ai

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

McLendon Hills

McLendon Hills

McLendon Hills

275 McLendon Hills Drive
West End, NC 27376

McLendon Hills is a 600-acre Lake and Equestrian Community in central North Carolina with a focus on old-fashioned values and traditions. It is a place where the properties are large and the activities are plentiful; where children run free in their spaci

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Mason Landing Yacht Club

View of Yacht Club, Private Club House

Mason Landing Yacht Club

7439 Nautica Yacht Club Drive
Wilmington, NC 28411

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

26 Gaddis Branch Road
Maggie Valley, NC 28751

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

Moores Valley Ln
Leicester, NC 28748

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

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