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Santa Claus Wasn't The Only One Traveling on Christmas Eve-Emergency Vet Services

Mona Gersky,GRI,ABR~MoonDancer Realty~ Western North Carolina: Real Estate Agent in Sylva, NC



Santa Claus wasn’t the only one traveling through time and space on Christmas Eve. The Office Manager had to go to the Animal Emergency Clinic at 11pm that night. The experience couldn’t have been more different and so much better than our terrible experience a week ago at the other emergency clinic.

For the most part we feel there is good access to excellent veterinary care in Western North Carolina…during normal business hours. After-hour animal emergency service is a different matter. When we first moved here, the vets in Haywood and Jackson Counties rotated emergency “on call” services during the off hours. That all stopped several years ago when the REACH Emergency Animal Clinic was built in Asheville. From Balsam, NC that is at least a 45 minute drive. For anyone who lives west of us the drive could conceivably be up to 2 ½ hours.

Because of the fiasco at REACH last week when the Office Manager was dosed with three injections for a dog twice her size, we decided this time to drive an additional 15 minutes to just on the other side ofWCRAH and VEH Hendersonville and go instead to the Western Carolina Veterinary Emergency Hospital. It was a stellar experience from the moment we phoned the clinic. Leslie explained to the Vet Nurse what the problem was. Not only did the nurse patiently listen to Leslie describe the history and symptoms the Office Manager was going through but she also gave clear and concise directions to the hospital. She even called us back to give some advice for making the Office Manager more comfortable on the trip over.

Dr Brandon T HughesWe reached the hospital just prior to midnight on Christmas Eve. We sensed no feeling of resentment that the staff was working on this holiday, only feelings of welcome and concern. They ushered the Office Manager and us into an exam room and offered us coffee and tea. The veterinarian on duty that evening was Dr. Brandon T. Hughes. He was thorough, kind and obviously there to advocate for the Office Manager’s well-being. We were there until 3:30am while he examined the Office Manager and made her comfortable until our own vet opens on Monday. He also carefully analyzed all the pieces of the puzzle to help us formulate some options to follow up on with specialists at the equally fabulous Upstate Veterinary Specialists in Greenville, SC. The Western Carolina Veterinary Emergency Hospital advertises that they specialize in thinking outside the box and Dr. Hughes was proof of that philosophy.

We firmly believe that a veterinary group wanting to invest in a community would do well to locate an animal emergency clinic in Sylva, Whittier or Franklin. They would be surprised at the number of people in this geographic area who would support such an enterprise.

Until someone opens a clinic like that in our own area, we highly recommend trusting the Western Carolina Veterinary Emergency Hospital with the emergency care of your very precious fur family members.

 

Spring Haven Retirement Community Flat Rock NC

Jerri McCombs Virtual Assistant Advanced Virtual Assistant: Real Estate Sales Person in Hendersonville, NC

Spring Haven Retirement Community Flat Rock NC

Spring Haven Flat Rock

Welcome to the Retirement Community of Spring Haven, a well maintained retirement community in the Mountains of Western North Carolina. Located just south of Hendersonville, in the Village of Flat Rock. There are about 100 Mobile Homes in Spring Haven, and you will find it to be very well maintained with meticulous lawns, streets and homes.Spring Haven Flat Rock

You will also find a Community Center with a Meeting Hall, Library, Pool Tables and Shuffle Board Courts. Activities include card games, pool and Social Events.

Lots are leased and the homes are owned. The Lot Rent Fees are $273 per month.

Currently there are Seven Homes Available for sale. Prices range from $29,000 to $57,000.

If you are thinking about moving to the area to retire and are looking for an affordable alternative to the work and expense of a house, this may be for you. Affordable ,and convenient to everything.

If you would like to tour Spring Haven and the homes they have to offer, just give me a call.

The Orchard's at Flat Rock in Flat Rock NC

Jerri McCombs Virtual Assistant Advanced Virtual Assistant: Real Estate Sales Person in Hendersonville, NC

I visited The Orchard's at Flat Rock in Flat Rock NC again recently and see that they are progressing with more building in this popular senior The Orchards of Flat Rockcommunity. The Orchard's of Flat Rock are an upscale community of beautiful homes. The Orchards of Flat Rock

Each home in The Orchard's of Flat Rock was built with energy effiency (Energy Star Certified) and Low Maintenance (with Stone and Hardyplank exteriors) in mind. Exterior and lawn maintenance is included in the HOA fees, giving you your weekends back. And each home has an open floor plan and lots of large windows. These Bungalows are single floor plans in the Craftsman style.

The Orchard's at Flat Rock also has a beautiful Community Center, a large pool, and on-site walking trails. The Orchards of Flat Rock

Located just minutes from I-26, it gives you quick access to Asheville, Greenville/Spartanbug and Atlanta.

The Orchards of Flat RockThere are currently 18 Townhomes available in The Orchards of Flat Rock. Townhomes range from 2 to 3 bedrooms, and are between 1100 and 1900 square feet. Many also come with a sunroom or den as well. Prices range from $214,000 to $320,000.

If you are interested in seeing all this community has to offer, just give me a call.

Highland Lake Flat Rock NC

Jerri McCombs Virtual Assistant Advanced Virtual Assistant: Real Estate Sales Person in Hendersonville, NC

Highland Lake Flat Rock NC

Highland Lake in Flat Rock NC is a unique Community of homes, businesses and neighbors, located just south of Historic Downtown Hendersonville, and the big city of Asheville. Here you will find a town within a town, that really has everything. Highland Lake

There are several areas for living within Highland Lake and each have their own feel and look. Starting on the east side of Highland Lakes 20+ acres, you will find homes that are Craftsman style, built close together and close to the sidewalks, encouraging neighbors to be neighbors. As you walk down the sidewalks, meet your neighbors sitting on their large porches.

Highland Lake

The thing I love about this part of Highland Lake is seeing all of the beautiful yards. I don't think there is a member in this community that doesn't absolutely love to garden, and it really shows. Everywhere you turn there are beautiful colors and landscaping. A community of master gardeners, even if they don't know it. I love to come here to get ideas for my own garden.Highland Lake

The first time I drove through this community, I was not sure how I felt about the closeness of the homes. But after years of looking at all of the homes for sale, I have come to appreciate the attention the builders placed on making them close and yet, each is built for privacy from within. And each have unique interiors, with special finds here and there.

The window placement and the level of each home has been considered carefully and you will never see into a neighbors home. It has the feel of being in a close neighborhood, but with privacy from within.

There are always neighbors walking and biking in the neighborhoods, and I always see people stopping to talk to each other. It is a very friendly community.

Highland Lake

Another neighborhood within Highland Lake is the Garden Hamlet. These are a collection of small cottages built around an open field of goats and donkeys, a meadow of flowers and vegetable gardens and greenhouses. Walk the meadow and enjoy looking at the gardens and animals.

The South Lake area of Highland Lake is now under construction. Here you will be able to watch the seasons change from reflections in the lake as Blue Herons enjoy the lake with you. Highland LakeTucked in a secluded area of the community, these will be cluster homes. Enjoy nature and the lake, which will make you feel as if every day is a vacation! But you can live here year round!

Amenities in this community include: The Season's Restaurant, The Highland Lake Inn, The LakeHouse Lodge and Spa, Flat Rock Fitness, The Highland Lake Golf Club, The Yoga Studio at Highland Lake, and the farm and garden experience at the Hamlet.

Season's Restaurant

Season's Restaurant, surrounded by gardens, is in the center of the community. It is known for the best food in town and has beautiful views of the gardens from it's large windows, making it a great country dining experience. Their Sunday Brunches are known as the best, served from 10:30 until 2:00. Highland Lake

The Lakehouse Lodge and Spa is situated in the woods along the Lake Shore of the Highland Lake community. The Adirondack Style Lodge is a great place to get away from everything city. With charming suites, and spas and massage available, you'll love being pampered into a relaxed state. Enjoy views of the lake and woods as you walk through the property. Or enjoy sitting in one of the many comfortable Highland Lakeareas while you listen to the birds and nature.

You will find all kinds of events going on at the Lodge, and you can coordinate your visit with one of these events for an added adventure. Take a look at the Lodge Schedule. Highland Lake

Highland Lake is the ultimate for nature and comfort. If you are looking for the perfect place for pampering and the good life, look no further.

Here is where you can take a look at all of the homes currently available in the Highland Lake Community. As you will see, there really is something for everyone, makig this a really diverse community.

If you would like a tour of Highland Lake and all it has to offer, give me a call.

Charleson Garden at Flat Rock

Jerri McCombs Virtual Assistant Advanced Virtual Assistant: Real Estate Sales Person in Hendersonville, NC

Charleston Garden at Flat Rock is beautiful Luxury Condominiums in Historic Flat Rock Village. Charlestson Garden at Flat RockLocated in the rennovated Flat Rock Gymnasium of the old Flat Rock High School. Balconies overlook a beautiful half acre of gardens. The exterior brick has been lovingly restored and the added areas area matched perfectly.

The lower level units have the original gym flooring and it has been resored beautifully. All of the units have professional, upgraded kitchens, hardwood and tile floors. The closets are huge and the laundry rooms have plenty of space. These units have all of the upgrades one would expect to find in a luxury home.

Charleston Garden at Flat Rock is located near the corner of Greenville Highway and Blue Ridge Road, just a stone's throw from the Flat Rock Cinema, The Wrinkled Egg and the Carl Sandburg Home, amoung other busnesses, and yet they have a quiet country feel to them.

Currently two units are listed in the MLS, but four are available. You can view the MLS sheets for Charleston Gardens at Flat Rock for the two that are there.

Enjoy this video of the Charleston Garden at Flat Rock.