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In a world of busy schedules and tight deadlines, we could all use a slower pace to life and some time to unwind. Fox Run Preserve, which offers some of the best in Hendersonville real estate, has preserved a way of life that oftentimes seems forgotten; it captures the leisure, relaxation, and tranquility that living in the Blue Ridge Mountains inspires. Neighboring towns complement the lifestyle offered at Fox Run with their historic districts and quaint downtowns, and the town of Saluda, N.C., is no exception.

Saluda sprang up with the railway in the late 1800s, attracting tourists, including F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald and Dorothy Dix, who were eager to enjoy the temperate mountain summers. While trains no longer steam through the town, the history remains visible. With beautiful Victorian homes and tree-lined streets meandering through a downtown of shops, Saluda lends itself as an ideal destination for a day trip. The town is just a few minutes east of Fox Run in Polk County, so residents can enjoy a vacation without the hassle of travel logistics.

Among the town's many attractions, Saluda Station is a quaint must-see. Visitors immediately feel like they are in a train depot from the past, and they can even view an authentic 19th century caboose. If charm and history is what visitors are after, they are sure to also love exploring Saluda's Main Street, which has earned a spot on the National Historic Register. The National Historic Register recognized that the downtown has remained remarkably unchanged for generations. The small-town atmospherse is inviting, as are the friendly residents. In a world of constant change and growth, it is rare to find a place so consistent, but Saluda has embraced its past wholeheartedly, celebrating the value that can come from such preservation.

Some residents of Saluda are hoping to one day have trains coming through the town again, bringing history to life. Until then, sight-seers can enjoy the sprawling scenery of the mountains during a leisurely drive.

To learn more about how to enjoy this lifestyle and the the Hendersonville homes for sale offered by Biltmore Farms, please complete a contact form, and our sales agent will be in touch soon. With an array of incentives, now is the time to invest in your Western North Carolina real estate.

To learn more about the history of Saluda, and to download a printable walking tour, please visit www.saluda.com/history.html

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