Fly into a slower pace of life and sports amenities in a paradise surrounded by natural hardwoods and pastoral views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Elk River Club is located in the High Country on 1,200 acres of prime Western North Carolina real estate at an elevation of 4,700 feet. The private club is just 10 miles from the charming town of Banner Elk, known as one of America's best college towns and for its majestic beauty in all four seasons, its friendly people and charming, relaxed atmosphere.

Unquestionably one of the most beautiful mountain golf courses, the Elk River Club was established in 1982 with the lofty goal of becoming a luxury gated community providing stately homes featuring contemporary Mountain-style architecture in a tranquil, natural setting. Club members even had the benefits of arriving by air as one of the few fly in communities in North Carolina.  The welcoming development works hard to provide ample social opportunities to further foster the sense of camaraderie and friendliness that truly flourishes. Baby Boomers searching for equestrian retirement communities will find the Elk River Club one-of-a-kind. 

ELK RIVER CLUB AMENITIES

  • 24 Hour Manned Gated Entrance
  • 18 Hole Championship Golf Course designed by Jack Nicklaus
  • 50,000 Square foot Clubhouse offering formal and casual dining
  • Private 4,600 foot Jetport with Private Hangers
  • The Saddle Club Equestrian Centee
    • ​22 Stall Stable
    • 40 acres of Fenced Pasture and Paddock
    • Riding & Training Rings
    • Two Tack Rooms & Laundry Facility
    • Inside and Outside Wash Racks
    • Member's Lounge for Relaxation
    • Fitness & Wellness Center
    • Heated Swimming Pool
    • 4 Har-Tru Tennis Courts
    • 100 Acres of Hiking & Horseback Riding Trails
    • Elk River Trout Steams

Elk River Club’s legendary mountain golf course is a masterpiece which has seamlessly woven Mother Nature’s outstanding artistry with the mastery of a Jack Nicklaus signature design.  In 2014, this dynamic course with its manicured fairways and pristine greens has once again ranked in the top ten in North Carolina. Golf memberships are limited to insure unhurried play on the course.  Elk River, a private equity club, is ranked among North Carolina's Top Ten golf courses.

For equestrians and casual riders alike, the Saddle Club, occupying nearly 40 acres in one of the loftiest valleys of Elk River, offers first rate facilities which include a 22 stall stable, rings for riding and jumping and a riding preserve of over 100 acres, which is home to miles of riding trails. Equestrian retirement communities are rare to find. Elk River Club caters to both young families and retiring Boomers.

Elk River Club provides numerous residential opportunities from spacious, well-appointed condominiums to cozy, captivating cottages and palatial luxury estates.  These hand-crafted mountain homes offer natural hand-cut native stone and hardwood accents and take full advantage of incredible panoramic views at one of the finest mountain golf courses. 

Estate homes in this Western North Carolina real estate development are priced from upper $700K’s to just under $6M.  Charming cottages, offering 3 to 6 bedrooms, are priced from the upper $500K’s to just under $2M. Luxury condominiums are currently available in Laurel Ridge, Greystone, Knoll, Riveredge, Fairway Cottage and Elk Knoll and range in price from the lower $200K to the upper $900K.

If you're ready to have your custom dream home built, the Elk River Club has a home site for you, whether you desire to live on a ridge with spectacular sweeping mountain views, near the community amenities, or alongside a cascading crystal clear mountain stream.  Available Home sites are priced from $100K to $1M+ at one of the few fly in communities in North Carolina.

The nearest best schools to Elk River Club are the Avery County Public schools and include Banner Elk Elementary, Avery Middle School, and Avery High School. Whether rustic ambiance, casual elegance, or chic sophistication is your style, one of the most scenic North Carolina golf communities has it all in the tranquil haven of the Elk River Club.

Amenities

Gated
Golf
Equestrian
Clubhouse
Tennis
Community Pool
Fitness Center
Walking/Hiking/Biking Trails
On-site Dining
Social Event Calendar / Activities Director

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