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Ashe County has something for everyone. Whether you want to go hiking, fly-fishing, golfing or canoeing, you will find countless destinations tucked into a countryside where recreation reigns. Just want to relax and take in the view? Mountain cabins and stately homes on the mountain peak offer stunning panoramas of a land characterized by uncommon beauty.

 Getting into town the town of West Jefferson is as easy as staying on the hill. Once there you will find artisan studios, fine restaurants and a thriving arts community that brings in top dramatists from New York and across the nation each year. Drive a little more and you can enjoy skiing and a host of outdoor activities in Boone, a mecca for adventure.

Here at Ashe High Country Realty®, we take pride in offering some of the finest examples of the breed. Don't let the name fool you--our Appalachian mountain log cabins come with all the amenities and modern styling you would expect from a region that prizes beauty in harmony with nature. These are log cabins for a better life--warm, enveloping, and always a short drive from all the arts and culture that make Ashe County such a popular destination.

Alleghany County NC real estate is shaped by the land. The crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Eastern Continental Divide, forms the eastern and southern border and is home to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The development of the Blue Ridge Parkway in the 1930s and modern paved roads now make Alleghany easily accessible to everyone.

The New River flows through this county and the North Carolina portion of the New River is designated a National Scenic River.  It offers many recreational opportunities along its shore. A fun educational experience set amidst the beautiful mountains of Ashe County, North Carolina is The New River Zoo. Visitors enjoy the convenient location in the heart of the High Country only minutes from the historical New River. Enjoy close and personal encounters with animals from around the globe in a quaint mountain setting with more than 60 species of animals including unique animals from Asia, Africa, and Australia. Picnic areas, nature trails, and a petting zoo are also part of the zoo. The zoo is a must see during your visit to the mountains where you can also enjoy camping and canoeing facilities and golfing.

Those who have not discovered the Mountains of North Carolina may wonder why the High Country region of the Appalachian Blue Ridge has quickly become the destination for second-homes, summer vacation homes and the perfect place to retire.