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The Cliffs Communities Near Asheville NC: Amenity-Rich Living

If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to live in a place where world-class golf, national-park scenery, lake life, fine dining, and wellness culture all hold hands and skip together — welcome to The Cliffs. Spread across the Carolina Blue Ridge, these seven private luxury communities deliver a lifestyle that feels custom-designed for anyone who loves nature, exclusivity, and a good reason to brag on Instagram.

Here’s your complete tour of the amenities — from mountaintop to lakefront — spotlighting what makes each community unique.


THE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES

The Cliffs at Glassy

South Carolina’s only mountaintop golf course sets the tone here, perched at 3,200 feet with views stretching up to 75 miles on a clear day. The result? “Breathtaking” hardly does it justice.

Signature Amenities

  • 23,000 sq ft clubhouse with formal and casual dining and a newly renovated bar. 

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  • 5,000 sq ft wellness center with training space, spa services, salon, outdoor pool, tennis & pickleball courts. 

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  • Glassy Chapel & Overlook Pavilion, arguably one of the most stunning ceremony backdrops in the Southeast.

  • Tom Jackson Signature Golf Course, ranked the 4th most scenic in the nation by Golf Digest, with bentgrass fairways and dramatic elevation changes. 

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Glassy is the quiet, spectacular mountaintop retreat that makes you casually say things like “Our view this morning was 75 miles… no big deal.”


The Cliffs at Mountain Park

A 2,000-acre playground surrounded by protected forests, this community blends serenity with easy access to both Greenville and Asheville.

Signature Amenities

  • Gary Player Signature links-style course, ranked among the Best Modern Courses by Golfweek

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  • The Cabin, a rustic hangout with expansive outdoor dining and a golf shop.

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  • 8.1 miles of nature & multi-use trails featuring ponds, bridges, and scenic meadows.

  • Two-story wellness center in The Village at Mountain Park.

  • NEW Golf Learning Center (2024), introducing swing-analysis tech and year-round practice space.

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Mountain Park delivers that upscale-but-laid-back vibe — like Patagonia met Bentley and they hit it off.


The Cliffs Valley

Inspired by an English country estate, this foothills community focuses on wellness, nature, tennis culture, and social life.

Signature Amenities

  • 28,000 sq ft clubhouse with gathering spaces, lounge, dining, and golf shop.

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  • 15,000 sq ft wellness center with heated indoor lap pool, steam room, massage suites, outdoor pool, tennis & pickleball, and bocce.

  • 200-acre private park with trout ponds, paved fitness paths, and wooded trails.

  • Ben Wright parkland-style golf course, seamlessly following the land’s natural contours.

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Valley is perfect for those who love nature, wellness, and a community that genuinely does things together.


THE LAKE COMMUNITIES

The Cliffs at Keowee Falls

Set on 2,500 acres with 20 miles of private shoreline, Falls blends dramatic elevation with shimmering lake views.

Signature Amenities

  • Jack Nicklaus Signature course, recognized by Golfweek and Golf Digest as a Top 50 Best New Course and Best in State.

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  • 22,000 sq ft clubhouse overlooking the finishing holes.

  • Resort-style wellness complex with zero-entry heated pool, Har-Tru tennis, pickleball, and full spa services.

  • 24-hour roaming security with trained first responders.

The mood at Keowee Falls? Elevated lake life with major championship-course energy.


The Cliffs at Keowee Springs

Known as the younger, more energetic lake community, Springs was designed around family fun and outdoor adventure.

Signature Amenities

  • Tom Fazio Signature course with three loops of six holes — perfect for 6-hole, 12-hole, or full rounds.

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  • The Beach Club, featuring water slides, zero-entry pool, paddleboards, kayaks & lakefront dining.

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  • The Lake Club at The Landing with dual pools, tennis, racquetball, fitness studio, and dining.

  • Sportsman Trail, a unique tactical-course hiking loop with 12 skill-testing stations.

  • NEW (2024) Pickleball, tennis & Golf Learning Center at The Porch.

Springs is where lake life meets resort energy — and the kids never want to leave.


The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards

Mountain-lake living at its most refined, with an equestrian center, marina, and a Fazio course that hugs Lake Keowee.

Signature Amenities

  • Tom Fazio course with eight holes directly on the water — home of “the most picturesque hole in South Carolina.”

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  • 23,500 sq ft renovated clubhouse with indoor/outdoor dining, event space, and a lakeside ambiance.

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  • The Lakehouse, a multi-zone waterfront venue for summer events.

  • Full-service marina with wet slips, dry storage, fuel, and boat rentals (including pontoons & jet skis).

  • Equestrian center with training rings, stables, and access to 200+ miles of riding trails in the Jocassee Gorges — named one of the “World’s Last Great Places” by National Geographic.

Vineyards blends elegance, nature, and lakefront living better than Napa ever could.


THE ASHEVILLE REGION

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Minutes from Asheville, protected by the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest, Walnut Cove delivers woodland luxury and top-tier golf. Click here for Available Homes in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove.

Signature Amenities

  • Jack Nicklaus Signature course — the only one to debut in tournament-ready condition recognized by the PGA Tour.

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  • Old World-inspired Club Village with a 12,000 sq ft clubhouse, Tavern dining, formal dining, wine lockers & boardroom.

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  • 18,000 sq ft wellness center with indoor lap pool, outdoor pool, tennis, spa, and strength training spaces.

  • Over 6 miles of scenic nature trails.

This is Asheville’s most prestigious private community — equal parts elegance, wellness, and mountain serenity.


THE GOLF EXPERIENCE: ONE MEMBERSHIP, SEVEN CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES

Membership unlocks all seven golf courses through reciprocal play, giving golfers everything from mountaintop bentgrass to lakefront Bermuda to Player-designed links.

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If you want variety, challenge, and jaw-dropping scenery — The Cliffs may be the best golf membership in the eastern United States.


WELLNESS, DINING & SOCIAL LIFE

Across all seven communities, residents enjoy:

  • World-class wellness centers (indoor pools, spas, yoga, training studios)

  • Tennis & pickleball complexes

  • Miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails

  • Private parks, pavilions & nature preserves

  • Multiple clubhouses for dining, wine dinners & community events

  • Year-round social programming, from Nine & Dines to couples golf, holiday tournaments, clinics, coffee-with-the-pro events and more.

With amenities like these, boredom is physically impossible.


THE MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGE

A Full Golf Membership includes access to:

  • All seven golf courses

  • Clubhouses & dining

  • Wellness centers

  • Tennis & pickleball

  • Beach Club & marina

  • Trails, parks & equestrian amenities

Plus 14-day advance tee times and eligibility for club-sponsored golf events.

Membership Info

Active Membership provides access to everything except golf. Legacy Access is also available for extended family.


Final Thoughts: Living at The Cliffs

Whether your heart leans toward mountaintop sunsets, lakefront mornings, championship golf, or spa-and-wine days with friends, The Cliffs communities give you a lifestyle that feels effortless, elevated, and beautifully connected to nature.

If you’re exploring homesites or properties within The Cliffs, or thinking about how these amenities align with a buyer’s lifestyle, I’m happy to help craft the perfect narrative or marketing piece.

Just say the word — I’ll grab the hiking boots, the golf clubs or meet you at the Beach Club. Call me if you would like more information including membership rates and home options. 

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