Apartments
near Blue Ridge Parkway
offer an incredible location, but Hawthorne at Holbrook gives you compelling
reasons to enjoy staying home too. Meet a friend for coffee in the resident
lounge, squeeze in a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, spend a sunny
afternoon beside the saltwater pool, or enjoy an evening around the fireplace.
Remote workers can take advantage of the cyber café and co-working space, while
pet owners have two bark parks and an indoor pet spa at their disposal. A
community garden, playground, EV charging stations, resident events, and
grilling areas provide even more ways to shape your routine around what you
actually enjoy. This is what “Live Luxury” and “Live Adventurous” look like
when they come together. Call Hawthorne at Holbrook at (828) 675-7129 to book your tour
and discover lifestyle-rich apartments near Blue Ridge Parkway.
Asheville Is There Whenever You Want It
One of the best things about Candler is that you can
enjoy Asheville without having to live right in the middle of it. Want a nice
dinner on Friday night? Head into Asheville. Feel like shopping, seeing live
music, meeting friends, or trying a new restaurant? You have plenty of choices
nearby. But when you are ready to call it a night, you can leave the busier
areas behind and come home to Candler. That separation can be surprisingly
nice. You still get access to many of the things that make Asheville exciting,
but you do not necessarily have to deal with the downtown atmosphere every
single day. For someone who enjoys going out but also values quiet evenings at
home, Candler gives you a little bit of both. You can enjoy the city when you
want it and step away when you do not.
Go Find a Waterfall in Pisgah National Forest
There is something
satisfying about walking through the woods and finally hearing the sound of a
waterfall getting louder as you get closer. That alone makes a trip into Pisgah
National Forest worth your time. Put on comfortable shoes, bring some water and
snacks, and choose an adventure that fits your energy level. You do not have to
be an experienced hiker to enjoy the forest. There are plenty of ways to
appreciate the scenery without spending the entire day tackling a difficult
trail. Stop occasionally, take pictures, listen to the water, and enjoy being
somewhere that feels far removed from your normal routine. If you spend most of
your week looking at screens or sitting indoors, a few hours surrounded by
trees can feel incredibly refreshing. This is the side of Western North
Carolina you should experience at least once.
More Housing Options Are Coming to the Area
It is encouraging to see the Asheville area continuing to address one of the biggest concerns facing local families: finding housing they can afford. In May 2026, Asheville City Council committed $8.39 million in disaster-recovery funding toward two multifamily developments expected to create 205 affordable homes. The projects are designed with long-term affordability and disaster resilience in mind, which feels especially important after Tropical Storm Helene affected housing throughout the region. I like seeing investment go toward something people genuinely need instead of development simply for the sake of development. More housing choices can help workers, families, and longtime residents remain part of the community they love as Western North Carolina continues to grow. Hawthorne atHolbrook helps by providing another residential community for people who want to call the Candler area home.
