Question 1

Where is Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

Mystic Lands straddles Swain and Macon Counties in Western North Carolina near tourist-friendly Bryson City. The city of Asheville is 80 miles east and Atlanta is 135 miles south. The region is known for the whitewater Nantahala River, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Appalachian Trail, and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

Question 2

What’s unique about Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

Mystic Lands is composed of three neighborhoods – Mystic River, Mystic Forest, and Mystic Ridge – on over 250 acres divided into only 135 lots. One is located along the whitewater Nantahala River and the other two are up on the mountain near Queens Lake. Each have their own identity and unique amenities that can be shared by all Mystic Lands residents.

Question 3

What’s special about the Nantahala River?

Accepted Answer

Next to the Colorado River, the Nantahala is the most popular whitewater river in the nation and the site of the World Free-Style Kayaking Championship. Crowned by Trout Magazine as “A Great American Stream,” the Nantahala is beloved for fly-fishing. Mystic River is the only development along the Nantahala.

Question 4

What are the amenities at Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

The range of amenities is unmatched by any other Western NC community. Amenities include a clubhouse on the edge of the Nantahala with two private islands, a river park, a boat/clubhouse at Queens Lake, an equestrian center with riding arena and trails, a fishing pond, a rotating dome astronomical observatory, and miles of forest trails.

Question 5

Are ATVs and UTVs allowed at Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they are allowed on the roads and trails within Mystic Lands.

Question 6

Are there homes for sale at Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

We primarily have homesites for purchase, but there may be home resales available as well. We offer several home/lot packages with preapproved home designs priced by a builder to allow for an easy transition from homesite to home.

Question 7

Is the U.S. National Forest nearby?

Accepted Answer

Mystic Lands is surrounded by national forest as far as the eye can see. A home at Mystic Lands is a legacy for generations, assuring that your great-grandchildren will enjoy this nature’s oasis as it now.

Question 8

Is Mystic Lands a gated community?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each of the three subcommunities is gated for security and comfort, with intercoms at the gates for visitors to announce themselves when they arrive.

Question 9

Is Mystic Lands a primary or second home community?

Accepted Answer

Mystic Lands is primarily a second-home community, but for some, now or upon retirement, it will be their primary residence.

Question 10

Can I arrange for a tour of Mystic Lands?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can arrange a tour at your convenience. Just visit the Mystic Lands website and you’ll find several options on how to proceed.

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Bridge over the river

Celestial Observatory

Watch Video

Living on the River

UTV trails

River Living

Equestrian ring

The River Lodge

Miles of hiking trails

Your Dream Home

Legendary whitewater

Early morning on Queens Lake

River life

Your neighbors

Equestrian barn

Island Pavillion

Great mountain biking

Sunset at Queens Lake

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