THE HORSE SHOE FARM

Welcome to Western North Carolina!

Thereโ€™s so much to see and do here!

Asheville, North Carolina region attracts millions of visitors each year that come for its distinct four seasons, panoramic mountain vistas, crisp clean air, and timeless natural beauty. Coupled with a cosmopolitan, vibrant city center, the area is known for its burgeoning culinary and beer scene, and thriving artistic community.

With countless options for nature, relaxation, entertainment and leisure, it is no surprise that Western North Carolina is consistently ranked as one of the top places to live and visit in America.A short distance from the area's major attractions,

The Horse Shoe Farmโ€™s advantageous location makes it the perfect place to call home while you explore the region and fall in love with it for yourself.

DISTANCE FROM:

Hiking & Waterfalls

LOCAL OUTDOOR RECOMMENDATIONS

  • DuPont Forest - 25 minute drive

    • Hooker Falls (good for swimming too!)

    • Triple Falls

    • High Falls

    • Lake Julia

    • Lake Dense

  • Jump Off Rock - 20 minute drive

    • โ€œParkwayโ€ level view, but you just park and walk right up!

    • Itโ€™s close by in Hendersonville

  • Pisgah National Forest - 25 minutes - 1 hour

    • Looking Glass Falls - 25 minutes

    • Black Balsam Knob - 1 hour drive

    • Sliding Rock - 30 minute drive (itโ€™s cold, but fun!)

    • Craggy Gardens - 1.15 hour drive

    • Mt. Pisgah 5,721ft - 50 minute drive

    • Mt. Leconte 6,593ft - 3.5 hour drive

  • Beauty Spot (TN) - 1 hour 45 minute drive

    • On the Appalachian Trail, gorgeous views!

  • Bearwallow Mountain - 40 minute drive

    • Amazing views, cow pasture.

  • Worldโ€™s Edge - 45 minute drive

    • A local favorite

  • Chimney Rock & Lake Lure - 1 hour drive

    • State park, really neat hike and of course the beach at Lake Lure!

  • Grandfather Mountain - 2 hour drive

    • Near Boone, NC, very cool suspension bridge!

  • Carl Sandburg Home - Historic Site

    • 20 minute drive in Hendersonville

    • Goats to pet

    • Big Glassy trail (excellent hiking trail!)

  • The Park at Flat Rock - 20 minute drive

    • Amazing playground for kids!

  • Little Laurel Green Park - 15 minute drive

    • Another amazing playground!

We do NOT offer
horseback riding,

but these places close by doโ€ฆ

Pisgah Stables

Shoal Creek

Sandy Bottom Trail Rides

Saddle Up Trail Rides 

Local Recommendations Guide

Here is a list of some of our favorite things to see, do & eat in the area!