Dog-Friendly Lifestyle in Franklin, NC

Dog-friendly lifestyle in Franklin, NC

Did you know that over 69 million U.S. families live a dog-friendly lifestyle? If you’re one of those families, we don’t have to tell you that dogs are more like members of the family than they are pets. They’re happy to see you even when you’ve had a bad day, and somehow they always manage … Read more

The Perfect Central Location

Aerial photo of Sanctuary Village's perfect central location.

Home is the place where we start our day. It’s the perfect central location. It’s the place where we get ready before heading out into the world. It’s the place where we come back midday to let the dog out or take a rest before going to dinner. And of course, it’s the place we … Read more

Blue Ridge and Balsam Gap are Now Available in Downtown Franklin, NC

The Balsam Gap at twilight is now available,

We are excited to announce that our Blue Ridge and Balsam Gap homes are both now completed. Both homes are available  for sale in downtown Franklin, NC! We have put a lot of time and thought into every detail of these homes to create the perfect mountain abodes in a wonderfully inviting community, and we’re … Read more

Why You Should Retire in North Carolina?

North Carolina Flag

For a large portion of our lives, most of us have a day (or night) job that pays the bills and allows us to save up for the future. Of course, everyone envisions a different future for themselves and for their families, but almost everyone sees retirement somewhere in their plans. It’s that time in … Read more

Spring Break in WNC

Spring flowers in bloom in Western North Carolina

Since the early 1900s, Spring Breakers have been flocking to sandy beaches for wild parties under the tropical sun. First inspired by early movies depicting these “fun in the sun” excursions, this trend has been carried forward into the modern day by many vacationers. Also, college students, of course! In fact, it’s become so popular … Read more

Why Living in a Small Mountain Town is Better

Little girl with her mother buying organic vegetables in a tight-knit community.

The United States of America is known for diversity. It’s a melting pot, not just of people, but of landscapes and communities. You can live in a busy metropolis at the top of a high-rise, or you can live in a villa on a quiet beach. You can choose somewhere tropical with sunshine year-round, or … Read more

Romance in Franklin, NC – Happy Valentine’s Day

Romance in Franklin starts with roses!

Planning your Valentine’s Day in Western North Carolina? There’s certainly plenty of opportunities to make time for romance in Franklin, NC! These days, the hustle and bustle of everyday life in a large city can make finding opportunities for romance rather difficult for couples. With all of the traffic and the seemingly endless cycle of … Read more

Winter Recreation in Western North Carolina

Winter recreation includes skiing in Western North Carolina

For those who live in the northern regions of the U.S., winter recreation opportunities are a bit limited. Winter in the north is universally recognized as the time of year to stay inside. Everyone knows that venturing out could get you stuck in trouble. An impassable snow bank, skidding across ice-coated asphalt, or steering through … Read more

Rotary Clubs Giving Back in Franklin, NC

Rotary, founded in 1905 in Chicago, IL began “so professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas and form meaningful lifelong friendships.” Over time, Rotary has evolved into one of the largest and most impactful service organizations in the world. Rotary currently has more than 1.4 million members worldwide, logs approximately 47 million volunteer hours annually, … Read more

Sanctuary Village Welcomes Our First Resident

Cowee Creek at 23 Market Street in Franklin, NC

Picture a mountain cottage on a quiet street, built in the classic arts and crafts style architecture of Franklin, North Carolina. It’s the perfect location. Close enough to walk to the shops and restaurants in historic downtown, but just far enough away to provide peace and serenity on the spacious front porch. This describes Sanctuary … Read more

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