Wildcat Cliffs

The Wildcat Cliffs community sits amongst the verdant forests at the base of the stunning 4,250 ft Whiteside Mountain. With a culture that values the simplicity of mountain living, camaraderie, and luxury, Wildcat Cliffs serves as the setting for rich, beautiful experiences in the Blue Ridge mountains season after season.

Location

Wildcat Cliffs is located in close proximity to the charming town of Highlands, NC. Sitting at an elevation of 4,118 feet and surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, here life unfolds immersed in nature’s abundance. This rainforest climate boasts four distinct seasons, with temperate summers, dazzling fall colors, snowy winters, and wildflower-filled springs. The abundant rainfall and rare geology creates a landscape dominated by several truly unique cascades in every direction. Part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, an area with 70% of land preserved as National Forest, a backdrop of hemlock, white pine, azalea, rhododendron and laurel surround you. The towns of Highlands and Cashiers, NC are a short drive away, both boasting mountain charm and fantastic options for shopping, dining and the arts. Boutique shops, award-winning restaurants, art galleries, The Old Edwards Inn - the best ranked hotel spa in the country, libraries and an excellent health care facility and hospital can all be found in the Highlands/Cashiers area.

Amenities

The suite of amenities available to residents and guests at Wildcat Cliffs is of the highest quality in the surrounding area.

Golf: Wildcat Cliffs boasts an 18-hole golf course featuring expert design and fantastic mountain views due to its 4,250 foot elevation. With contributions from renowned golf course architects George W. Cobb and Bill Bergin, this classic mountain golf course is scenic, challenging, and accessible to all levels of expertise. Featuring greens, tees, and fairways of bentgrass and bluegrass, the course offers five sets of tees, with nine different tee options for players of all levels. High quality practice facilities are conveniently located immediately adjacent to the Golf Shop, which is open seven days a week and offers a wide variety of golf equipment and accessories, as well as the latest in men's and ladies' resort and golf fashions.

Lake Club: Founded in 2005 by Wildcat Cliffs members, the Glenville Lake Club sits on the pristine shores of Lake Glenville, a short 15 minute drive from Wildcat Cliffs. This exclusive Lake Club features a large community lodge, four bedroom units available for rental, and a beautifully furnished pavilion overlooking the Lake, complete with fireplace and full barbecue facilities. For those interested in boating, the Lake Club has dockage on site for ten boats, which are efficiently utilized by “boat groups”. Boasting the title of highest elevation lake east of the Mississippi, Lake Glenville has 26 miles of shoreline in a unique and stunning mountain setting. Membership to the Glenville Lake Club is offered exclusively to Wildcat Cliffs members according to availability, with a total of 80 memberships available.

Outdoors: Options for outdoor recreation within the community abound at Wildcat Cliffs. The community offers four fantastic hiking trails on the property for those who enjoy exploring nature on foot. The trout pond adjacent to the Fitness Center is stocked with rainbow trout and permits fishing at any time. For residents and guests with families, the children’s playground offers numerous attractions for children of all ages. A large outdoor pavilion with gas grills, a fire pit, and picnic areas for family gatherings and parties sits nearby as well. Dog owners will love the beautifully designed dog park - the community's newest amenity.

Social Activities: Wildcat Cliffs highly values socialization, and the community offers a wide variety of social activities and interest groups to that end. Featuring a book club, Bridge club, ladies’ and men’s bible study, and men’s gin club, you will find your community of new friends here.

Active Lifestyle: Active lifestyles are the norm at Wildcat Cliffs, and the options for working up a sweat are abundant here. Wildcat Cliffs offers four new pickleball courts (newly built in 2018) to members and guests. Regular round robin and social events are arranged for fun competitions catered toward building friendships. The Pickleball and tennis courts are adjacent to the Fitness Center for easy access to a number of options. Wildcat Cliffs has two beautifully maintained clay tennis courts and an active tennis schedule, with Ladies' tennis taking place weekly on Monday and Friday, and Men's tennis held on Tuesday. The Wildcat Cliffs Croquet Association is extremely popular, and WCCA members enjoy a variety of organized activities that include the following tournaments: Ladies & Men's Doubles, Mixed Doubles, and Ladies & Men's Singles.

Fitness Center and Spa: The Wildcat Cliffs Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art options including high quality exercise equipment, a heated indoor pool, a 12-foot hot tub, his and her steam rooms and two all-purpose rooms used for a variety of classes and activities. For those who enjoy group fitness experiences, complimentary exercise classes are offered to Club members several days each week during the season, and three days a week during the winter. More personalized options are available as well, with personal training sessions available by appointment, and Licensed Massage Therapist services also available by appointment.

Dining: World class cuisine is embedded into the culture of Wildcat Cliffs. The Clubhouse serves as the culinary center of the community and is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, with lunch served seven days a week. The main dining room features breathtaking views of the Club's golf course and immaculate landscape. For a slightly more casual dining experience, the Pavilion and Bar offers a relaxed setting with a cozy fireplace overlooking the practice green and a stunning view of Shortoff Mountain.

Real Estate

In order to purchase property at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, one must first become an approved member. Membership is by invitation only. As a result, Wildcat Cliffs’ has great fiscal strength and the homeowners enjoy strong property values. Residence at Wildcat Cliffs is a mountain dream come to life. The community is designed with luxury and security in mind, and homeowners enjoy nightly security patrol during the winter season, Community Services that include home winterization, weekly property inspections and minor home repairs, and community water and sewer services, garbage pickup, road maintenance, and security gates. The design and construction standards for new homes and remodeling are strictly enforced at Wildcat Cliffs, assuring that your property values will be maintained for decades to come. The custom residences available at Wildcat Cliffs combine comfortable living spaces and rustic architectural designs in a pristine mountain setting.

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