| Even though fall season is the ideal time to | | | | Preserve at Wolf Laurel, offering a splendid |
| enjoy the prime of nature's bounty, The | | | | array of colors at the turn of the season. As |
| Preserve at Wolf Laurel in Burnsville, North | | | | the county counts down the days to Winterfest |
| Carolina offers breathtaking views and scenic | | | | events in the town center, there are plenty |
| landscapes year round. Burnsville sits near | | | | of opportunities to explore the countryside, |
| the Blue Ridge Mountains, a small town of | | | | brave a hiking or mountain trail, or simply |
| just under 1,700 residents and conveniently | | | | enjoy the weekly music festivals in the |
| located near some of the country's esteemed | | | | downtown area. The downtown area and |
| national parks. The Preserve at Wolf Laurel | | | | marketplace are just a short drive from the |
| is a private residential community that | | | | Preserve, offering a hometown culture and |
| offers plenty of opportunities to relax and | | | | festive atmosphere like no other. For those |
| enjoy a peaceful respite in this quaint | | | | who have an interest in sightseeing, |
| community. Each season in Burnsville is | | | | exploring, and nature excursions, Grandfather |
| celebrated with festival and fairs around the | | | | Mountain and Linville Falls are just a short |
| community. When the winter months bring cold | | | | drive form The Preserve at Wolf Laurel. These |
| weather and snow, the Wolf Laurel mountains | | | | are ideal spots for touring and exploration, |
| offer ample opportunities to take in a | | | | with tours and other attractions open to the |
| weekend of skiing and snowboarding. Spring is | | | | public throughout the season. Mount Mitchell |
| the perfect opportunity to take part in the | | | | Park offers ample opportunities to enjoy the |
| annual Burnsville Metric Bike Ride that | | | | nature preserve and scenic views of the |
| criss-crosses through the hills, parks, and | | | | Mississippi River. The summit at Mount |
| nature trails for a rewarding journey through | | | | Mitchell Park offers a clear view of the Blue |
| the town and countryside. The arts and crafts | | | | Ridge Mountains and lush green valleys, and |
| festivals near The Preserve at Wolf Laurel | | | | is the perfect spot for a weekend picnic or |
| kick off in late March to feature special | | | | excursion. With the rolling hills and |
| events such as the Toe River Arts Council's | | | | mountains of North Carolina and a backdrop of |
| Spring Studio Tour, the weekly farmer's | | | | the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Preserve at |
| market, and a number of independent crafts | | | | Wolf Laurel is an idyllic setting to enjoy |
| shows and fairs. Hikers and golfers can enjoy | | | | the best of nature with all the luxuries and |
| the beautiful locations found at Mount | | | | amenities of a premier resort. The private, |
| Mitchell Golf Club, Reems Golf Club, and | | | | gated mountain community covers 1,300 acres |
| other small resorts throughout the area. | | | | with miles of trails throughout the |
| Summer at The Preserve at Wolf Laurel affords | | | | Appalachian Mountains. From white water |
| travelers and residents an opportunity to | | | | rafting to fishing and guided adventures, The |
| take in the arts and community festivals | | | | Preserve at Wolf Laurel is a prime spot to |
| throughout the warmer months. From picnics in | | | | enjoy the best of Burnsville and the |
| the park to music festivals in the | | | | surrounding area. Find out more at |
| countryside, it's easy to make a trip to the | | | | |
| open-air theatre for some live entertainment. | | | | Tim Stewart is a contributing writer for |
| Visiting the area museums and craft shows is | | | | Living Southern Style and Ideal Destinations |
| another popular activity throughout the area, | | | | magazines which feature private, gated and |
| and schedules are posted in the spring. Fall | | | | luxury mountain and waterfront communities. |
| season is the most favorable season at The | | | | |