High Hampton

Enjoy a community retreat atmosphere at High Hampton, a golf club and private community designed with the whole family in mind. Whether you visit for a short period or purchase one of the stunning homes to live in year-round, you’ll find friends, entertainment, and luxury in a peaceful and natural setting deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The spacious homes on site are designed to feel cozy, with wood details, stone fireplaces, and rustic outdoor areas. Natural materials add to the pastoral vibes of the place, while the upgraded kitchens and bathrooms ensure residents still enjoy every comfort. Depending on the specific lot, you may end up with a view of the mountains, the lake, or the rolling, manicured greens of the golf course.

The Resort is also home to a recently-renovated Inn, an elegant respite and community fixture that has hosted visitors for almost a century. Spectacular new inn amenities include upgraded accommodations and restaurants, as well as access to golf courses and tennis courts.

The 18-hole golf course was designed by the revered Tom Fazio to dramatically contrast the rugged mountains with its maintained perfection. Various features, such as five sets of tee boxes, allow for players of all skill levels to enjoy the course, and the dual driving range enables practice of the all-important swing before the big tournament — or the bet against your neighbor. Clinics are offered twice weekly for those who seek advice from a professional, or you can sign up for private lessons for a more intensive education. 

If golf isn’t your game, you still won’t want for activities. Tennis star Andy Roddick developed the five tennis courts and four pickleball courts, and a beautiful croquet lawn allows residents to enjoy the classic game. There’s also the option to work up a sweat in the gym, with rows of every fitness machine you could possibly seek, as well as group classes and personal training. Follow your workout with a trip to the spa to unwind. A warm stone massage is the perfect way to unkink those muscles or go high-tech with light therapy to reverse any skin damage from laying out by the pool.

Nature lovers have their pick of land or water, with numerous hiking trails for the former and canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards available for the latter. Anglers will find the lake is full of bass and trout and may even find themselves supplying dinner with their catch. 

Inside the beautiful, state-of-the-art clubhouse, residents have their pick of four restaurants, depending on whether they find themselves in the mood for a gourmet sandwich or a perfectly prepared steak. You can even take your food to enjoy down by the lake if you can’t get enough of the mind-bogglingly beautiful views. 

There are also regular special events held at the Clubhouse. These range from holiday dinners with specially-curated menus to whiskey or wine tastings and even mixology classes. Residents find them to be excellent opportunities to try something new.

Off-site, the nearby town of Cashiers features several culinary options, as well as antique stores and small artisanal retail options. The Biltmore Estate is less than an hour away for those interested in sightseeing, followed by the opportunity to shop in Asheville.

It’s easy to find things to love about life on the High Hampton Resort. If you’re seeking your own mountain retreat, contact Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty to track down your dream home.