115 Beechwood Drive, West Columbus, NC 28722 - 05/28/10 12:57 AM

A Spacious 1-1/2 Story Unique Contemporary Sited on a Private and Wooded 2.5 AcresOffered at $345,000

This unique contemporary has clerestory style windows and many windows to bring inside natural lighting.  You'll discover many Southwestern architectural touches.  Not only great back decking but 2 glassed-in sun rooms on the main level as is the master bedroom suite.  Lots of cabinets and storage space throughout -- you will not miss a basement to stash "stuff".  Over 2,500 heated square feet of living space and 4 bedroom and 3-1/2 baths.This unique home is located in Columbus, NC which is within minutes of … (4 comments)

55 Ravencroft Lane, Asheville North Carolina -- Condo For Sale - 05/27/10 01:03 AM

55 Ravencroft Lane, Asheville North Carolina 28803Estate Sale Reduced - Now Offered at $99,900 - Bring All Offers
This condo experienced a water leak that the estate has had the insurance repair, but, the repairs did not include and cover the carpeting which will need to be replaced,  The property will be sold "As Is" and again all Offers encouraged.For more pictures and information if interested here's the link for the Visual Tour.
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Follow Up on Henderson County, NC Commissioners Stance on Prayer To Start Meetings - 05/26/10 03:47 PM
Follow Up on Henderson County, NC Commissioners Stance on Prayer To Start Meetings.  The Commissioner's held a public hearing on prayer Tuesday evening at Blue Ridge Community College.  About 150 people turned out to listen to the discussion and about 40 people had signed up to speak.  The majarity were in favor of the meetings opening with a prayer.The commissioner's unanimously voted to continue the practice of saying a prayer to open a meeting.  The invocation can be read by a commissioner or a leader from the community and whoever says the prayer can say it in their own faith.The Times-News has published … (2 comments)

Henderson County NC Meeting to Discuss Prayer Issues. - 05/24/10 11:46 PM
Henderson County NC Meeting to Discuss Prayer Issues.  The Henderson County commissioners will have a public hearing on Tuesday, May 25, to discuss the issue of beginning the meetings with a prayer.The issue had first been discussed in March and community members had wanted to be heard to discuss the issue but there wasn't enough time.  So a time had been set for Tuesday.This all came about after the Times-News had written 2 articles about problems that arose in other counties due to ACLU lawsuits.Here's the Times-News online article by John Harbin on the prayer issue and tomorrow's meeting.Sue of Robin and … (0 comments)

Inn on Church, Hendersonville NC Has New Owners - 05/23/10 11:22 PM
Inn on Church, Hendersonville NC Has New Owners.  Early May the Inn on Church was saved from closing its doors when a new purchaser stepped up and closed the deal.The former owners, Steve and Brenda Merrefield, had purchased the Inn in 2006.  The current economy which created a drop in tourism made it difficult for the Merrefield's to continue so they made the decision to put it on the market.The new owner, Sydney Slome, made a trip from his location in Chattanooga, Tennesee when he learned the Inn was up for sale.  He's in the business and has several other lodging establishments.  … (0 comments)

Hendersonville North Carolina Water/Sewer Rates to Rise - 05/19/10 12:13 AM


Hendersonville North Carolina Water/Sewer Rates to Rise.  Just in case you missed this, city of Hendersonville water/sewer proposed update I'm sending along the Times-News article explaining.The bad news for Hendersonville City folks is that the water and sewer rates will increase 2.75% according to the proposed 2010/2011 budget.  It's the sign of the times with many local city budgets through out the country having budget issues and crises.The good news for the city of Hendersonville, NC residents is that the current tax rate of 38 cents per $100 of property valuation will stay the same in the proposed budget.  Since city residents also have to … (1 comments)

Hendersonville NC -- Strawberries Are In at McConnell's! - 05/18/10 12:35 AM
Hendersonville NC -- Strawberries Are In at McConnell's!  My husband and I read in the Times-News that McConnell's now have their fantastic Chandler berries which are reminescent of my growing up in PA and picking strawberries in our garden that my step-father cultivated.  Oh my, my mom would tell me in the morning that if I would go pick the berries she would make shortcake for them!!McConnell's berries are sweet, juicy and so tasty.  A delight to the taste buds.  The Times-News article said due to the fall and winter weather this would not be a block buster year for the … (8 comments)

Hendersonville NC and Bird Enthusiasts - Saturday Event in The Pisgah Forest/Cradle of Forestry - 05/14/10 11:40 PM

Hendersonville NC and Bird Enthusiasts - Saturday Event in The Pisgah Forest/Cradle of ForestrySaturday, May 16, 2010 the all day Songbird Celebration at the Cradle of Forestry in the Pisgah National Forest will be taking place.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate.For folks interested in birds and their migration north events are scheduled from 9 AM and continuing through out the day.Bring the kids and take a guided bird walk to learn about identifying birds by sight and sound.  There are 2 bird walks scheduled -- one at 9 AM and another at 2 PM.Adam DeWitte will handle both these walks.  … (2 comments)

Hendersonville NC - Women Turn Out To Help Build A Home For A New Mom - 05/12/10 01:45 AM
Hendersonville NC - Women Turn Out To Help Build A Home For A New Mom.Habitat for Humanity and 32 women showed up to help build a new home in the Edneyville area community of Shuey Knolls.There was a home being built for a new mom where most of the women were working the day before Mother's Day.Shuey Knolls is a community of 50 homes already built with about 20 more hoped for to complete the community.Habitat for Humanity provides a great service in providing homes for folks who are willing to work for them along with the volunteers providing the professional guidance.The … (3 comments)

Hendersonville North Carolina and Local Farmers Markets - 05/12/10 12:15 AM

 
Hendersonville North Carolina and Local Farmers Markets.  With winter finally over the spring season is getting into full swing as is the local growing season.We have a few veggies planted (hubby did that work and I pick, cook and freeze his results.)  For the rest of our veggies, berries and other fruits we enjoy our visits to the local growers and the Farmers Markets that they sell to.  The produce is not only fresh and great tasting but it benefits the local economy.  Many of the local restaurants purchase locally as well.Prices may be somewhat higher than the super … (2 comments)

Anyone Having Luck With The Topsy-Turvy Tomato Planters? - 05/11/10 04:14 PM
Anyone Having Luck With The Topsy Turvy Tomato Planters?  We've toyed with the idea but I think hubby has decided to stick ours in the ground again this year.The gal who comes and helps keep our home clean did one last year and had great success and has already got one hanging again this year.  She said she needed help getting it hung up after the dirt was added as it became quite heavy.  So far I've heard mixed reviews from folks here in Hendersonville NC, mostly con.One of our neighbors up the street had one hanging up last week and now … (4 comments)

How To Pick A Lock ... smith - 05/08/10 01:18 AM
I just read this post from Jay Markanich, a Home Inspector in Bristow, VA and thought he provided some very useful and important info when calling on a locksmith to change your home locks which many new purchasers do.I was pleased to see that North Carolina Locksmiths are licensed.Sue of Robin and Sue
Via Jay Markanich (Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC):
No pun intended with the title.  Okay, maybe a little.
I am reading lots of articles about crooked locksmiths.  This problem has cropped up in recent years.  You need a locksmith, look in the phone book or do an Internet search, … (0 comments)

Hendersonville and Western NC Regional MLS April Market Report - 05/06/10 11:49 PM
Hendersonville and Western NC Regional MLS April Market ReportThese numbers are provided by the 4 County Western NC Regional MLS system and representhome sales in Buncombe (Asheville Area), Haywood, Henderson (Hendersonville Area) andTransylvania (Brevard Area)  counties

We're pleased, of course, with the increased Closed Sales and hope the trend continues.  In any event all prices are generally negotiable.It's a great buyer's market and now we even have more to choose from as properties have come on the market for what is generally our strongest selling season.If you would like the figures broken down by county or would like more info … (2 comments)

88 Yellow Buckeye Lane, Hendersonville NC - For Sale - 05/06/10 12:55 AM
88 Yellow Buckeye Lane, Hendersonville NC - For SaleOffered at $55,000.0088 Yellow Buckeye Lane is located in Hendersonville, NC in The Half-Way Tree Manufactured Home Park.  A 55 Plus community on leased lots offering an affordable lifestyle option for year round and many seasonal residents.You will find a friendly and active community in a very pleasant atmosphere.  All amenities social and recreational are at your fingertips as is shopping.  If you enjoy a small town feel with big town amenities surrounded by beautiful mountains and friendly people come and check out the Hendersonville NC area.For further info and pictures on this property … (2 comments)

I-40 Reopens After Rock Slide Repairs - 05/04/10 01:49 AM
I-40 Reopens After Rock Slide Repairs.  The rock slide on I-40 at the Tennessee and Western North Carolina border in the rugged Pigeon River Gorge had occurred October 25, 2009.  It has caused a lot of grief to unsuspecting travelers who were relying on their GPS's for guidance.The detour took folks a good long way around through Johnson City, Tennessee to eventually Asheville and there was much complaining from folks who weren't aware of the situation.Repairs took longer than originally expected due to especially severe winter weather.  The workers were there so long that they even had a bear who started to drop by in the early evenings.In any … (0 comments)

2633 Middleton Circle Hendersonville NC - Home For Sale - 05/04/10 12:46 AM
2633 Middleton Circle Hendersonville NC - Home For Sale
A well loved home and it shows plus many updates -- Offered at $190,000.00


*  3 bedrooms and 2 full baths*  Built in 1995*  .43 level and manicured lot*  1447 heated square footage*  Vaulted ceiling throughout*  City water and sewer
Middleton Place is a small and well maintained established community in Hendersonville.  Very convenient to downtown Hendersonville and all amenities both social and recreational.  The Western NC area has a lot of both to offer including outstanding mountain scenery.  About 10-15 minutes to Asheville NC Regional Airport.If you would like more information … (0 comments)