Sanctuary Village 
I love late spring in Franklin, North Carolina. The days are warm, the nights are cool, all the trees are full and green, and there are so many things to do around town with family and friends! This past Saturday evening, we walked up to Main Street with some family and friends who were visiting … Read more
Franklin’s rich history and wealth of natural resources unite to make it a perfectly charming southern mountain town. For many decades, gems and minerals have been mined throughout the region, trout have been farm raised or caught wild in the meandering rivers, and crops have been successfully cultivated in the wholesome soil. In recent years, … Read more
This past Saturday morning in Sanctuary Village, I awoke early morning as light made its way through the blinds. The dawn lit up the bird feeder that hangs just outside my porch, where a pair of cardinals were singing. As I stepped out my front door, the first rays of the morning sun were close … Read more
Each year, when the frost clears and the trees fill out with endless leaves of green and fragrant blooms, Main Street in Downtown Franklin comes alive with various gatherings and special events. The first large event of the 2023 Season is a newcomer to the area, and it’s sure to delight locals and visitors alike! … Read more
Franklin, North Carolina is known both regionally and nationally for the beautiful colors that erupt in the Fall when the leaves begin to change. As the cooler weather sets in, the trees begin to turn various shades of yellow, orange, and red. It’s truly a sight to behold. But on the other side of the … Read more
Spring activities and events in Western North Carolina often align with seasonal highlights. One wonderful occurrence is the seemingly endless blooms that appear as winter fades into the sunny warmth of spring. The subtropical highland climate creates the perfect atmosphere for flowering plants, bushes, and trees to show off their very best colors for locals … Read more
The simple health benefits of living in the mountains is undeniable. As our understanding of physical health and mental health has progressed over time, holistic medicine has grown in popularity. Rather than simply relying on the extensive traditional medical treatment options available to us as cures, many people look to the prevention of diseases and … Read more
For the past three decades, the Town of Franklin, North Carolina has sponsored and hosted free Saturday night fun for the whole family on Main Street. On the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, from May to October, Pickin’ on the Square takes place at the Gazebo in front of the courthouse. A popular … Read more
Sanctuary Village was designed with the goal of bringing back the big piece that’s missing in the hustle and bustle of today’s world: personal connections. The foundation of the lifestyle our grandparents told us stories about. But how does one revive this lost art and re-create the close-knit community of times passed? Contemporary culture is … Read more
Multigenerational homes are a growing trend in today’s modern culture, with ~20% of Americans currently choosing this living option. The term refers to a house in which more than one generation of a family lives together under the same roof. It may include parents living in the same home with their children and perhaps even … Read more
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