NEWS, HAPPENINGS, AND STORIES FROM AROUND THE CLIFFS

Where to Find the Best Food in the Blue Ridge Mountains The Blue Ridge Mountains have a way of surprising you. One minute, you’re winding through misty blue peaks, and the next, you’re savoring the best meal you’ve had in years. Small towns tucked into the hills serve up slow-smoked barbecue, farm-fresh plates, and homemade […]

North Carolina Ski Resorts: Ranked North Carolina is known for its stunning landscapes, from the coast to the Tennessee border. While the state boasts a wide array of outdoor adventures, its ski resorts often remain an underrated gem.  With five beautiful resorts to choose from, it is no wonder that many North Carolinians and visitors […]

Enjoying all Four Seasons at The Cliffs Picture this: the budding flowers of spring, the sun-baked hills of summer, the vibrant leaves of fall, and the serene stillness of a crisp winter morning. All of these wonderful, natural experiences can be found at The Cliffs. As residents of the Carolina mountains, our communities experience all […]

Best Fall Hiking Trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains Known for some of the longest autumn foliage seasons, the Carolinas offers some of the best fall hiking trails in the country. For members of The Cliffs, these trails are just outside your front door! During this season, crisp mountain air and sunlight combine to create […]

The Best Things To Do In Asheville Asheville and its surrounding areas offer an abundance of things to do, from hiking one of the beautiful trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains to embarking on a brewery tour—the options are endless. Due to the large number of activities, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to residents and […]

Lake Home Decorating Ideas While your lake home should feel like a natural oasis and fill you with a relaxed sense of joy, getting your home to serve that feeling can sometimes feel like a challenge. Fortunately, lake homes can typically still have a “rustic cabin” feel without compromising on luxury and space. Finding this […]

Within the gates of our seven private club communities, members delight in a variety of inspired cuisine. Exceeding the expectation of the most discriminating palates, when you become a member at The Cliffs, even your dining choices become limitless. Within our three regions offering proximity to Asheville and Greenville, culinary exploration becomes a connected adventure. […]

Home at The Cliffs with Michael & Denise Hallisey  | The Cliffs at Keowee Falls   Michael Hallisey had just joined a medical practice in Hartford, Connecticut, when a senior doctor gave him some great advice. “He told me, ‘Go on vacation with your family in places you may want to retire,’” Michael says. That […]

Members discover a wealth of performing arts opportunities tucked into the mountains of Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina   You might think that moving to the mountains from big metropolitan areas across the U.S. would be a tough act to follow in terms of access to performing arts. Yet many members at The […]

Discover the Best Places to Retire in North Carolina Retirement marks the beginning of a new chapter in life, a time when you can finally focus on yourself, your passions, and your peace of mind. For many retirees, North Carolina has become a cherished destination, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and […]

J-1 interns from The Cliffs’ six Greenville County-based communities volunteered at Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Taylors on August 8, 2023, as part of the nationwide ‘Exchange Day’ celebrations created to bring J-1 exchange visitors together for organized service projects to celebrate and share cultural diversity, give back to their local communities, and have some fun.

10 North Carolina Mountain Resorts to Visit  At The Cliffs, we understand the allure of a well-deserved escape. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the finest mountain resorts in North Carolina, each offering a unique blend of upscale accommodations, breathtaking vistas, and abundant recreational activities. Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend getaway, a […]