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Pies. Muffins. Pancakes. Fritters. Butter. Dumplings. Cider. Juice. Jams and jellies. If you are from Western North Carolina, chances are that you probably know what all of these have in common--apples, of course! Hendersonville, North Carolina, is a hub for apple growers and is proud to be a host to so many of the versatile fruit's varieties. In fact, Fox Run Preserve, a gated community offering Hendersonville real estate, has even included an orchard in its plans for future amenities.

As you can see, orchards are a big part of life in the region, and as August gets closer, residents are eagerly anticipating the start of apple season. With most farms opening mid-August, now is a good time to start making room in your kitchen for all of your culinary creations. Whether you are a cook or you prefer to have somebody else cook for you, Hendersonville apple farms are stocked with what you need. One of the first farms to open, Creasman Farms, is already inviting adventerous spirits to come pick their own apples and to visit witht the geese, ducks, and goats that can be found wanderin the grounds. If you want to wait until August, you have Davidson, Rambo, Wolfriver, Golden Delicious, and other varieties to look forward to trying.

Justus Orchard is also already open, though blackberry-picking is their primary offering this month. You can also wait to explore Mountain Fresh Orchards, which opens in late August. They feature their very own bakery, where the apple experts will help you find a slice of Appalachian tradition to take home without running the risk of experiencing a disaster in your own kitchen. Of course, the climax to apple season really happens in September during the famous North Carolina Apple Festival, located in downtown Hendersonville just minutes from Fox Run Preserve.

Upcoming orchard adventures not only fill our homes with nostalgic smells and our days with outdoor fun but also serve as a welcome reminder of the unique heritage of Western North Carolina. Fox Run Preserve constantly considers that heritage and provides an atmosphere that is full of what makes life in the Blue Ridge Mountains so appealing. With rustic amenities and preserved natural surroundings, Fox Run encourages a lifestyle marked by the enjoyment of the outdoors and the seclusion of hardwood forests. To learn more about the Hendersonville real estate in Fox Run Preserve, call Sonny Iler at 828-329-9777, or e-mail him at sonny@beverly-hanks.com. You may also complete an online contact form, and a representative will be in touch soon.