"The tide of life, swift always in its course, May run in cities with brisker force, But nowhere with a current so serene, Or half so clear, as in the rural scene."

—William Cowper, 1782

Time has become our most valued commodity, and yet for many it seems to elude them by being just beyond their grasp. How much faster do we have to go before we feel compelled to change the pace of our lives?

Quietly resting in the heart of the North Carolina Mountains is a land…a place patiently waiting for those who need its healing power…a place where your back yard is a massive wonder-filled world where serenity and absolute awe compete…a place where miles and miles of pristine land just wait to be explored…a place hidden from the glaring lights so the beauty of night can be seen.

Imagine a star-studded sky that blends gently into the earthly horizon. Envision building traditions with those you love in a setting very few could even imagine. Embark on adventures today that create stories for tomorrow, tales that are sure to be told for years to come. Imagine living in your own national park where a vast majority of the land will remain forever protected in a conservation trust, but yours to enjoy!

These images can become reality as you create your own legacy at The Preserve at Little Pine. Conveniently removed from the progressive town of Asheville, only 35 minutes away, and just 15 minutes from Marshall on the French Broad River, Little Pine is a place whose time has come.

This special place, planned and sculpted by nature, is not for everyone. It is for those who choose a different path than most; those who desire a pure mountain living experience where traffic may be several wild turkeys or deer crossing the road and the noise in your ears becomes the sounds of silence…of nature, birds, breezes…of laughter.

Breathing room! Peace, privacy…have you felt lately that you need these? With a very limited number of homesites planned over 1,800 acres, only a fortunate few will be able to enjoy these on one- to three-acre sites, some shaded by massive trees, others bordered by pristine, bold mountain streams and many with breathtaking 60-mile views, all remarkably unique.

In a country that has become overly urbane, rigidly regulated and predictably planned, how refreshing to find a place that remains untamed, offering personal freedom and childlike adventure. Maybe even a little carefree carelessness while still enjoying the comfort of modern technology.

Perhaps it's time to start your legacy that will be enjoyed for generations to come, the one that begins, "Once upon a time, we decided …"