Blue Ridge Mountain Club Life Guide

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LIFE A Whole New World To Explore

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Dearest Guest, We are excited to welcome you to Blue Ridge Mountain Club. As you wind your way through the natural beauty of this community and experience what life is like here, our hope is that you find something that makes it feel like home to you. Whether it be looking out from your back porch at the views that seem to go on forever, making memories with loved ones or new friends at Watson Gap Village, finding the perfect camping spot to see the sunrise, or just simply enjoying a cozy fire and a cocktail at Jasper House—it’s all possible because community is the heart of BRMC. As you explore what life is like at BRMC, feel free to reach out to our team to help curate your perfect experience. Our highly qualified hospitality team is always available to suggest what to do inside and outside the gates, as well as help you navigate reservations, book workouts and spa treatments, or even rent a UTV for your stay.

Team BRMC, the Official Sales Team of Blue Ridge Mountain Club, is also just a call away if you have interest in eventually making your stay permanent with us. Take advantage of your stay and enjoy exquisite cuisine, explore the hiking and UTV trails, and see what it’s like to live a life well-lived at BRMC. Welcome to the place where mind, body, and spirit soar. Where adventure is always in season.

Welcome to Blue Ridge Mountain Club.

Sincerely,

The BRMC Team

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Welcome Home.

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Get Involved.

Download Our App & Get To Know BRMC. We invite you to download the Blue Ridge Mountain Club app while you are on property. Not only will you be privy to scheduled events, outdoor programs, and fitness/wellness classes, you can communicate with our staff to plan your days.

All you have to do is scan the QR code below or search for BRMC LIFE on the App Store or on Google Play, download, and get started. The app is free for guests and homeowners.

Located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway on 6,000+ acres—between the charming mountain town of Blowing Rock and the bustling college town of Boone—BRMC presents owners with 50-mile views in every direction. Explore the community’s amenities and experience the countless opportunities to gather in true camaraderie, from dining to a relaxing day at the spa to endless outdoor adventures. We invite you to discover life at Blue Ridge Mountain Club.

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Dining

Gathering and

A Place to Gather Together From exquisite wine pairing dinners to seasonally inspired menus, BRMC’s dining experience is a highlight of the community. Our in-house hospitality team works tirelessly to create an experience you will always remember. Whether dining casually at Lookout Grill or exploring the eclectic menu at Jasper House, we delight in the fact that our service and cuisine are like no other.

Join us at Watson Gap Village for lunch or dinner, cocktails, or even a simple nightcap out on the Overlook Terrace. Out on the trails and hoping to grab a quick bite? Stop by Trailside Eats at Watson Gap Park & Pavilion to enjoy seasonal, light fare on your day out with family. Owners also enjoy curated events like inspired wine and bourbon tastings and seasonal festivities. So many delicious dining opportunities, and all within the gates of BRMC. One thing is for sure: our culinary team has passion for their craft, and it shows in the amazing dishes they create and prepare each day.

DINING & GATHERING 17 Lookout Grill 19 Jasper House 27 Watson Gap Park & Pavilion 29 Community Events

Jasper House

WATSON GAP VILLAGE

Lookout Grill

Watson Gap Village

Reservations can be made by email, lookoutgrill@brmcpoa.com, or on the BRMC Life app.

A restaurant with a view and world-class cuisine to match, Lookout Grill is our premier on-site restaurant which caters to the tastes of the community. We’ve assembled an executive culinary team who together plan, coordinate, and deliver exceptional dining with every visit or event they host.

Whether it’s creative appetizers, exquisite craft cocktails, or a wine/dinner pairing, you’re sure to enjoy Lookout Grill from the moment you walk in.

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Lookout Grill features over 400 wines and over 150 types of bourbon.

Our Hospitality Service Manager regularly updates offerings based on community tastes and introduces new favorites.

Doors up and lights on. This is the best way to enjoy an evening at Lookout Grill. Join friends, family, and neighbors here to relax for a night of delicious, inventive cuisine. Our menu is updated seasonally with weekly specials.

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DINING & GATHERING

Libations.

Jasper House

Watson Gap Village

Reservations can be made by email, lookoutgrill@brmcpoa.com, or on the BRMC Life app.

A crowning architectural masterpiece at the heart of BRMC is the stately Jasper House. The beautiful finishes and grand vaulted ceilings are as inviting and expansive on the inside as the community outside.

It’s the perfect place for families and groups to gather together in celebration or for any special event. From weddings to live music, BRMC welcomes this as the backdrop for any special occasion.

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This year-round staple features an upscale interior with a central fireplace for gathering with cocktails and friends. The rustic, modern decor and moody lighting make this the perfect dining experience.

Jasper House is our premier event space at Blue Ridge Mountain Club.

With this elegant interior and open-air dining on the Overlook Terrace, we can accommodate events such as live music events, art shows, and wine dinners.

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Dining.

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Eats

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Drinks AT BL U E R I D G E MOU N TAI N C L U B

The Finest Quality.

Blue Ridge Mountain Club has one of the most extensive whiskey and bourbon collections in the High Country, boasting over 150 varieties, including several rare names. The bar at Lookout Grill hosts monthly events often centered around this favorite versatile spirit.

R E CO M M E N D A T I O N:

Smoked Old-Fashioned

World-Class Cuisine.

Our culinary team works closely with area farmers and artisans to create one-of-a-kind dishes inspired by local tastes and traditional High Country favorites. Fresh, seasonal ingredients inspire unique, delightful dishes year-round .

R ECOMMENDATION:

The Crab Cakes

Watson Gap Park & Pavilion

5828 Reynolds Parkway (0.5 mi. from Watson Gap Village)

A great gathering spot for families and friends, Watson Gap Park & Pavilion plays host to seasonal parties, outdoor events, live music, and more. Complete with fire pits and a full bar, grab a bite and a drink at Trailside Eats, serving up light, seasonal fare, and specialty craft cocktails.

Enjoy some friendly competition while working up a sweat with a game of pickleball, basketball, bocce ball, or horseshoes at this premier community hub.

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Open year-round, Watson Gap Park & Pavilion has beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and is nearby (0.5 mi) to Watson Gap Village, the primary hub of BRMC.

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Trailside Eats, our seasonal, full-service food car, is available from mid-May through October for lunch and dinner. Trailside will also be available during varied events held at Watson Gap Pavilion.

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Gathering.

DINING & GATHERING

Watson Gap Pavilion has ample space for large parties and events, but it’s also great for a quick bite at Trailside Eats, the perfect spot to stop for light fare and specialty craft cocktails at our full bar.

Stop by on your UTV as you’re traveling from trail to trail, or make it a weekend tradition with the kids.

Community Is Always In Season Blue Ridge Mountain Club embraces a lifestyle centered around community and exceptional hospitality. Gather together to enjoy a life well-lived with unique outdoor dining experiences in a setting that is second to none. Watson Gap Park & Pavilion’s many amenities make this an easy pick when it comes to enjoying time with friends, family, and getting to know the community you call home.

Pickleball

Horseshoes & Bocce Ball

Grab a paddle and get out on the court! This ever-growing sport is the perfect mix of badminton and tennis, making it easy to learn and practice for all ages and skill levels.

We can’t forget the classics. There is nothing like a slow afternoon of conversation and yard games like horseshoes and bocce ball.

Enjoy an afternoon session with friends and family, or join our pickleball program to learn from our program coordinator ways to serve and play at your best.

Our horseshoes and bocce ball areas are also equipped with comfortable rocking chairs and fire pits to give you the best views of the Blue Ridge Mountains while you play your leisurely game with neighbors and friends.

*All equipment is provided and maintained by the BRMC Property Owners Association.

Check the app for more information on events and schedules at Watson Gap Park & Pavilion.

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Community Events

To us, the experience of living at Blue Ridge Mountain Club does not stop once you walk out your front door.

The BRMC hospitality team listens to the community to bring relevant and exciting programs and events. On a summer weekend, owners and guests can fill their schedule with activities for the entire family without ever stepping foot outside the gates.

Start your day off honing your pickleball skills at a pickleball clinic.

Join your neighbors for a mid-day community hike on the Dugger Valley Trail. End the evening with live music at the Great Lawn overlooking the long-range mountain views while winding down with the family.

To view a list of community events, visit the BRMC Life app.

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DINING & GATHERING [We] help create lasting memories for our residents, through all of our Sommelier inspired wine dinners, local art shows, seasonal festivals, fire-side cookouts and personal dining services. The sky is the limit for any experience at Blue Ridge Mountain Club.

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WELLNESS & FITNESS

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A Place Where

Mind, Body, and Spirit Can Soar Perched on the edge of the mountain overlooking the grand spectacle of BRMC is our community fitness center. Featuring both indoor and outdoor fitness opportunities, Ascent Wellness & Fitness Center includes weights and cardio equipment, a yoga studio, massage therapy, sauna, lounge, and more. Improve your health personally or engage one of our certified personal trainers along the way.

BRMC’s Ascent features many unique fitness opportunities, both indoor and outdoor, to help its members focus on an all-encompassing approach to a healthy lifestyle. Our holistic approach to wellness helps you see many factors that can affect your journey to health.

BRMC’s Fitness Manager can work with you to create a dietary or fitness plan that works best for you, and we will be there with you all along the way. Ascent is an incredible, inspiring place to work on becoming the best version of yourself for you and your family.

Ascent Wellness & Fitness

Watson Gap Village

To view hours of operation and view scheduled classes please see the BRMC Life app.

Creating your healthy lifestyle at BRMC can include getting involved at Ascent. Our varied programs and classes help create the perfect fitness routine or add variety as you progress toward your goals. We offer a range of weights and cardio equipment as well as a yoga studio, massage therapy room, sauna, lounge, and more. Improve your health personally, or engage one of our certified personal trainers along the way to create the workout that helps you maintain your health or meet your goals.

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Ascent offers several weekly and monthly fitness classes to fit your schedule. With our customized programs, our Fitness Manager varies classes to suit the tastes of the community.

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Creating mindful routines to combine healthy eating, regular exercise, and good mental health strategies are important at Ascent. These are all assessed when creating a fitness plan that works best for you.

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WELLNESS & FITNESS

Well-Being.

WELLNESS & FITNESS

Fitness Classes Experience fitness classes at BRMC with weekly and monthly classes for all ages and skillsets. Get outside and try an outdoor yoga session or work out in the gym with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains so you can decompress.

Wellness Is Always In Season Blue Ridge Mountain Club’s holistic approach to wellness helps you create a plan that works for you in the midst of a busy life. Consult with our Fitness Manager about nutrition and diet counseling, join a new workout class you’ve been wanting to try, or simply join a community fitness hike. Our programs and classes focus on building a better person, one piece at a time.

Nutrition & Diet Counseling

Personal Training

Our Fitness Manager will schedule a consultation with you to go over your dietary or nutritional preferences or restrictions.

From there, we develop a plan that incorporates healthy eating habits, a varied workout plan, and tools to help you manage stress and mental obstacles that may prevent you from fully realizing your goals.

Whatever your fitness goals are, let us help you achieve them! We can customize a fitness plan for any fitness and wellness needs. Whether you want to focus on cardio, strength training, or a varied workout routine that incorporates some of Ascent’s daily programs (like yoga, hiking, or cycling), our Fitness Manager is here to create the plan that works best for your needs.

To view hours of operation and view scheduled classes please see the BRMC Life app.

For BRMC merchandise visit the Ascent Wellness and Fitness Center.

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WELLNESS & FITNESS

The Ascent Spa

Relax & Renew.

We know all too well the need for a break, to find a sense of peace, to have some “me time.” The first step is relaxation.

BRMC’s Ascent Wellness & Fitness Center is the perfect spot to slow down, relax, and renew yourself. Our spa services, including sauna, massage therapy, and several esthetician services, can aid in your journey to holistic wellness. Taking care of your body and your mind are integral parts of healing the entire self. Take some time for

SPA SERVICES: Sauna Massage Therapy In-Home Massage

Esthetician Services:

yourself, and enjoy the professional services we offer. From

Facials

the moment you are seated in the Ascent Lounge to the

Facial Consultation

second you get relaxed in the sauna, we are here to create an experience second to none.

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Ascent Lounge Any treatment or service at Ascent Wellness and Fitness Center begins and ends with time in the Ascent Lounge. Enjoy a book, have a light snack, or just relax and enjoy the serenity. With views like these, you’ll fall even more in love with BRMC.

Serenity

Is Always In Season Enjoy the beauty of Ascent Wellness & Fitness Center while taking advantage of our exquisite spa services. Wind down from a hectic week of non-stop meetings, relax after a long flight home, or work out all of your daily stresses by taking care of yourself. Part of our holistic approach to wellness focuses on bettering your physical health, but we also know the importance of making your mental well-being a priority.

Massage Therapy Book an afternoon massage with our licensed Massage Therapist to be rejuvenated.

Melt away the stress and get in touch with yourself. Our massage room is equipped with everything you need, and we are here to create a relaxing, welcoming experience that will help you decompress. Appointment times and duration can be set by contacting Ascent Wellness & Fitness Center.

Check the BRMC Life app to schedule spa services and check current class schedules.

Facials & Esthetician Services We feel our best when we look our best.

Our licensed esthetician will work with you on a facial or treatment plan to help you feel your best. By working with an esthetician, you can discover new ways to keep your skin feeling fresh and vibrant and get recommendations for all-natural products that keep your skin aglow.

For BRMC merchandise visit the Ascent Wellness and Fitness Center.

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Adventure

Outdoor and

A Place to Explore the

Great Outdoors With a 6,000+ acre backyard, BRMC and the High Country bring the great outdoors to life. Take your friends and family out for a UTV ride on the shaded pathways throughout the property. Build a fire and enjoy a night under the stars at the Grapevine Gap Campground. Wind and weave one of the many scenic trails that make up the BRMC Trail System, whether you are a novice or skilled hiker.

Want to explore the High Country? Just a short drive from the gates of BRMC, you’ll find several exquisite waterfalls, hiking trails, and rivers to explore. Our four-season, year-round community presents BRMC owners with limitless possibilities to get outdoors—both inside and outside the gates.

So, get out and explore the world around you. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and escape to your sanctuary here at Blue Ridge Mountain Club.

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Expansive Views REYNOLDS PARKWAY

BRMC Trail System

BRMC is a haven for the outdoor enthusiast. You can experience the trails on one of the many hikes and community UTV rides or set out on your own adventure. Our various hiking trails have everything from an accessible two-mile loop trail to an advanced streamside trail with over 30 water crossings. Get out there and explore.

Our trail network is as vast and varied as those found in many national parks, snaking across all 6,000+ acres of BRMC mountain land. Unspoiled beauty abounds. Families enjoy scenic trails and forested landscapes throughout the change of seasons.

Visit the BRMC Life app to view a trail map and any currently scheduled programs.

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ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR

Trail Map If you want to explore the trails on your own, stop by Ascent and pick up a trail map to help you find your way around and/or for trail recommendations.

Adventure Is Always In Season BRMC is a haven for the outdoor enthusiast. You can experience the trails on one of the many guided hikes and community UTV rides or set out on your own adventure with a day at Chetola Sporting Reserve. Our various hiking trails have everything from an accessible two mile loop trail to an advanced streamside trail with over 30 water crossings. Get out there and explore.

Creeks & Streams

Camping

With 64 miles of creeks and streams on property, including a variety of waterfalls, you are bound to stumble upon hidden gems as you hike throughout the trail system. Through careful preservation of our natural resources, it is our intent to maintain and protect the beauty of our natural surroundings for owners and guests to enjoy.

Being an owner at BRMC has its perks. On nights where you just want a change of scenery, you can take advantage of one of several campsites on property. Try out Grapevine Gap Campsite. With views as far as you can see and no homes in sight, you will feel like you’re camping in the wilderness. Campsites are first-come, first-serve.

Visit the app, BRMC Life, to view a trail map and any currently scheduled programs.

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ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR

UTV Trail Rides You’ll notice that most outings at BRMC begin with the family and four wheels out on the shaded trails. This increasingly popular activity is great for those looking to take their UTV out and explore. We offer on-site UTV rentals through an exclusive partnership to our guests.

ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR

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Recommended and

Hikes Stops

Grapevine Campsite

Dugger Creek Trail

Spend a night under the stars tucked away in seclusion at Grapevine Campsite.

Dugger Creek extends for over 4.5 miles. Grab a trail map, and explore the beauty of BRMC at any skill level.

Dugger Mountain Overlook Admire the 360° views as far as the eye can see from Dugger Mountain, just minutes away from The Village.

The Blue Hole After a nice mile hike from Laurel Creek Camp, take a quick dip in the refreshing cool waters of The Blue Hole.

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Whitetail Deer

As you roam the sprawling hillsides of the High Country, you will likely encounter one of the most recognizable mammals in the eastern US, the whitetail deer.

Black Bear

The black bear, though not as commonly seen as whitetail deer, prefer to live in largely uninhabited woodlands in the NC High Country. When camping and hiking, be alert.

“ Spoonflower” AKA Mountain Laurel—grows all over Eastern North America, thriving in mountainous, forested environments like the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known also for its small hardwood branches, long ago it was often fashioned into spoons, and its leaves were a unique remedy for skin disease.

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Wild Turkey

It’s hard to miss seeing a wild turkey on hikes as you meander through the High Country. During hunting season, NC sees some of the highest turkey harvests in the entire country.

Rhododendron

Rhododendron, usually pink or purple in the NC mountains, are some of the most beautiful species. Outside of fall leaves, it’s one of the most spectacular and vibrant flowers in the area.

Trout

Fishing is a way of life here in the mountains of NC. Cast a line, and get acquainted with several species of trout or other native fish species (large-mouth bass, catfish, whitefish, etc.).

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Fauna and

IN THE HIGH COUNTRY

ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR

Chetola Sporting Reserve

First Class Sporting.

Led by NRA-certified instructors, this private club affords owners and guests an experience like no other.

On 67 acres of rural rolling terrain, among towering pines, red

AMENITIES: 67- acre Private Sporting Club National Sporting Clay Association-Accredited Instruction Beretta & Caeser Guerini Shotguns

maples, and mighty oaks, surrounded by the incredible Blue

5-stand Clay Station

Ridge vistas, lies Chetola Sporting Reserve. The private club

12-Station Sporting Clay Course

features an array of outdoor sportsman activities, including gun, rifle, and pistol ranges, a sporting clay course, a 5-stand clay station, and an archery range. All activities are led by NRAcertified instructors specialized in a particular discipline, with customized Churchill-style instruction based on each guest’s proficiencies and needs. Both the course and clubhouse are handicapped accessible. Set your sights on us and be part of the Chetola Sporting Reserve.

Pistol, Rifle, Archery Range Orvis-Endorsed® Fly Fishing Guides, Trips, and Fly Shop Lodge-style Clubhouse with Fireplace, Bar, and Limited Food Service Gatherings and Small Events Welcome

THIS EXPERIENCE IS FULLY MANAGED BY CHETOLA SPORTING RESERVE STAFF. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL 828-264-6200.

RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE.

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Beyond the Gates

Check out the Community Events section of the BRMC Life app to view currently scheduled Outbound activities.

Outbound excursions help our owners get to know the High Country and explore beyond the gates of BRMC. Our Programs & Recreation Manager coordinates group outings to area favorites, from hiking on nearby trails and visiting some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Southeast, to rafting down the New River or learning how to zipline. The High Country is an exceptional place to live, and we want to share these adventures with the people that call this place home.

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Fishing & Hiking: We coordinate outings to prime area fishing spots where you can learn more about local fishing, take up a new hobby, or just get to know your neighbors while enjoying the High Country.

Rafting & Kayaking: Our team assembles exciting day trips on area rivers so our owners get to know the local favorites and experience the great outdoors on the water.

Ziplining & Seasonal Sports: We schedule several yearly outings to local favorites like Appalachian Ski Mountain, Sugar Mountain, or Beech Mountain.

Owners and their families enjoy time with neighbors old and new exploring the High Country.

My goal is to encourage the adventure-seeker and outdoor enthusiast in all of us to make the most of the national parklike setting that surrounds us.

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Area Area the

BRMC & BEYOND

Grandfather Mo untain

Linn Cove Viaduct

Blue Ridge Parkway The Linn Cove Viaduct is one of the most photographed spots on the Blue Ridge Parkway. While exploring the Parkway, visitors enjoy stopping at the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountain chain, Grandfather Mountain.

Both are just miles from our gates.

North Carolina’s High Country Set amidst one of the most desirable areas in the North Carolina High Country, Blue Ridge Mountain Club is just a short trip from some of the Southeast’s most beautiful and growing cities. A taste of true southern hospitality surrounds you as you explore the North Carolina mountains and beyond.

For travel outside of the southeastern corridor, BRMC is located just under two hours from CharlotteDouglas International Airport among several other regional and international airports within 2-4 hours.

All of the perks of a secluded, forested retreat within driving distance to unique, mountain towns like Blowing Rock and Boone, tucked away in the NC mountains and the bustle of the southeastern metro.

DINING • SHOPPING • OUTDOOR • ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Boone This eclectic, bustling college town is the heartbeat of the High Country. It’s the perfect opportunity to get involved with a local arts and music scene that is teeming with energy and diversity.

- The town was named after the well-known pioneer and explorer, Daniel Boone.

- Boone is at the highest elevation of any town its size to the east of the Mississippi.

Blowing Rock When you arrive in Blowing Rock, the small town charm engulfs you. Enjoy casual and fine dining, boutique shopping, inviting inns, and a full calendar of events and festivals.

- Because of the updraft caused by Blowing Rock’s location over the Johns River Gorge, Ripley’s Believe-it-or-Not has called the town “the only place where the snow falls upside down.”

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Team BRMC

Here For You & Your Journey Team BRMC focuses exclusively on Blue Ridge Mountain Club and knows this community better than anyone. We are passionate about serving you and meeting your needs—whether that’s purchasing a new home/homesite, or selling an existing home.

For more information about beginning your journey, contact the Official Sales Team of Blue Ridge Mountain Club. sales@brmountainclub.com | 828.528.0222

Contacts BRMC Sales and Development Office

828.528.0222

North Gate

828.265.5065

Lookout Grill and Jasper House

828.355.1257

Ascent Wellness and Fitness Center

828.355.1210

Chetola Sporting Reserve

828.264.6200

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