If you’re looking for a town that’s tucked away yet perfectly positioned to take advantage of everything Western N.C. has to offer, Fletcher is for you. Located in Henderson County, with downtown Asheville 12 miles to the north and Hendersonville 9 miles to the south, Fletcher provides proximity along with a sense of respite – living here will feel like a vacation getaway!
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the town of Fletcher was incorporated in 1989, and has a population of around 8,000. Its 5 square miles rise 2,112 feet above sea level. It is bordered to the west by Mills River and to the north by Arden. Interstate 26 passes through the west side of Fletcher, while Hendersonville Road passes through its center, providing quick and easy access to vibrant commercial corridors as well as the natural outdoor activities for which the area is famed.
Home styles in Fletcher vary to fit almost any taste and budget, from rambling ranches and grand new builds with long-range views, to conveniently compact cottages and condominiums. Part of the Henderson County Public Schools system, Fletcher also features private educational options, including a number of parochial schools.
Fletcher’s close proximity to the Asheville Regional Airport makes it easy to catch a flight. The nearby commercial strip of Hendersonville Road boasts a plethora of restaurants, as well as grocery and department stores.
Outdoor activities abound in Fletcher
To the west of Fletcher flows the French Broad River, replete with kayaking, canoeing and tubing opportunities. A short drive away is Bent Creek Experimental Forest, a hiker’s and mountain biker’s paradise, with miles and miles of trails on which to spend the day.
Also nearby is the North Carolina Arboretum, which offers 65 acres of cultivated gardens, 10 miles of trails, and year-round exhibits to enthrall the entire family. A mere 28-minute drive away is Pisgah Forest, perfect for a day trip getaway to spots like Looking Glass falls, Sliding Rock and the Cradle of Forestry.
A popular place to spend the afternoon outdoors is Lake Julian Park in nearby Arden, a county park with a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, disc-golf course, rental boats and picnic shelters.
Fiber fairs, pigs and plays
The nearby Western N.C. Agricultural Center & Fairgrounds is home to year-round events to appeal to a range of interests: everything from train shows to fiber fairs to livestock expos to the ever-popular N.C. Mountain State Fair.
For an evening play or performance, take a quick drive to the Flat Rock Playhouse. The nearby Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is the perfect place to spend a day, where you can learn about the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and writer.
For more information about purchasing a property in Fletcher, or anywhere in the Asheville area, contact us at Info@MyMosaicRealty.com, or call us anytime at 828-707-9556.
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