Mountain Air is a private gated community situated on over 500 acres atop Slickrock Mountain, encompassing more than 435 homes and condominiums. It is a relaxed and unpretentious place that has attracted people from around the country. A centerpiece of the community is Mountain Air Country Club that offers Members an unmatched range of amenities and services.

Compared to many communities, Mountain Air is fortunate to be served by excellent roads offering comfortable and safe four-lane access virtually to the gate. For pilots, there’s the added convenience of a 2,875 foot private runway that is the highest east of the Mississippi. Regional airports in Asheville and the Tri-Cities area of Tennessee are easily reached and offer excellent services.

Inside the community, you’ll enjoy gently winding, well-maintained roads that are a pleasure to drive. Also, golf carts are a standard form of transportation within Mountain Air, further simplifying getting around on a daily basis.

The vision for Mountain Air was created by two local families, the Youngs and the Banks, who began its development in 1990.

The Mountain Air Utilities Corporation provides water and sewer, while electrical service is supplied by French Broad Electric Membership Cooperative, based in nearby Burnsville. Cable service is available through several resources.

Each property at Mountain Air pays a set monthly fee to the MAPOA that serves as the umbrella organization for the community. Individual condominium and single-family neighborhoods have their own associations that set fees and services.

Access to quality healthcare is always an important part of an active lifestyle, and Mountain Air residents take comfort in the availability of health services in the area. Asheville’s Mission Health System is one of North Carolina’s top-rated facilities (ranked first in 2018 by Business North Carolina), and is a nationally recognized referral center and Level II Trauma center. The hospital’s Mountain Area Medical Airlift (MAMA) can land on Mountain Air’s runway in approximately 10 minutes.

Blue Ridge Regional Hospital is part of the Mission Health System and is located a short drive from Mountain Air, and provides EMT services. In Burnsville, Blue Ridge Medical Center/Yancey Campus specializes in family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology.

In addition, the staff at Mountain Air Country Club is trained in emergency services and has specialized equipment available.

The runway is operated and maintained by the Mountain Air Property Owners Association. It is a private runway open to residents and guests, with advance permission required to utilize it. There are no landing fees.

The regional airports at Asheville and Tri-Cities of Tennessee are easily accessible from Mountain Air and offer a selection of carriers and routes. The international airport at Charlotte is approximately 2 ½ hours from Mountain Air.

Mountain Air Country Club is a Member-owned entity within the community, offering outstanding amenities and services.

A Membership covers spouses (and partners), and dependent, unmarried children under 23 living at home or in college. Legacy benefits include parents, grandparents, non-dependent (grown) children, and grandchildren.

There currently are 320 Members in all categories.

National Members can rent a home or condo when visiting Mountain Air.

The Club’s Outdoor Discovery Center, managed by a full-time naturalist, provides year-round nature and outdoor recreation programming for children and adults. In addition, the staff organizes and coordinates a variety of activities in the area, ranging from whitewater rafting to fishing to bird watching. There also are three trail systems on the Mountain and six parks open to all property owners.

Mountain Air is a year-round community with permanent residents. The Club also operates throughout the year, though schedules and services are limited during winter months. However, there always is plenty going on, with the golf course and learning center, tennis courts and fitness center open, and programs offered by the Discovery Center and wellness staff. The clubhouse and Mountain Market offer dining options during the winter on a limited schedule.

Mountain Air can satisfy just about every need and desire with its existing single-family homes and condominiums that range in size and price. Homesites also are available for someone interested in building a custom mountain getaway.

All licensed brokers are always welcome to bring clients to Mountain Air and show properties. In fact, our on-site real estate team is always available to provide property information, make arrangements for showings and arrange a tour of the club.

Under the community’s covenants, there is an Architectural Review Board that approves designs for new homes and renovations to ensure respect for the established styles, features and finishes in keeping with mountain traditions, particularly the use of stone and wood. A harmonious look and feel is important to Mountain Air’s residents, particularly in maintaining the balance with the natural setting.