This neighborhood offers a quiet, established residential character with charm. Single detached homes predominate, featuring many two and three bedroom layouts. Much of the housing stock dates from before the 1960s, providing architectural character. Convenient grocery options and several nearby restaurants make daily errands simple. Street-level parking is generally straightforward, making vehicle use and short trips easy. A calm atmosphere and low noise levels create peaceful residential evenings and weekends. A strong community of long-term residents contributes to neighborhood stability and warmth. Nearby grocery stores, cafés, and local eateries provide convenient options for daily dining and household shopping needs, too.
The character of Brookmont is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. Brookmont is especially quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Parks aren't well-situated, which makes them very hard to reach from most locations within this neighborhood.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A centerpiece of Highland Forest, this 12,000‑square‑foot private clubhouse on St. Andrews Road houses a restaurant, bar, indoor pool, fitness center, guest suites, library and conference rooms, making it a social and recreational hub just minutes from downtown Waynesville.
The ornate Greeter’s Cottage at the gated entry on Lickstone Road and Allen’s Creek Road serves as a charming guard house and reception space, setting a distinctive and welcoming tone for visitors and residents alike.
Nestled in the Creekside Village within Highland Forest, the Community Park features a spacious open‑air pavilion, fire pit, bocce court, horseshoe pits, charcoal grills, heated restrooms, and sweeping mountain views, fostering outdoor gatherings and leisure.
Bordering over 500,000 acres of Pisgah National Forest, Highland Forest offers residents direct access to forested walking trails, roadside paths, and connections to regional routes like the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mountain‑to‑Sea Trail and Appalachian Trail.
Highland Forest is an upscale gated neighborhood of craftsman‑style homes and cottage lots along Macallan Drive and Aberdene Lane, offering high‑elevation living with breathtaking long‑range views and fiber‑optic internet.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
A festive, family-friendly tomato-themed celebration just minutes from Highland Forest with live music, kids’ games, petting zoo, contests and local vendors—a perfect local outing for residents.
A short, educational farm‑to‑table tasting session at the Waynesville farmers market—great for local residents wanting to learn about local produce and support small farms.
View event details →An arts & crafts fair celebrating regional craft traditions, local music and history just blocks from downtown Waynesville—ideal for families and craft lovers.
Part of the summer Meet & Learn series offering a community book discussion on a classic novel—great for book lovers looking for local intellectual engagement.
A cherished regional tradition featuring live Appalachian music, clogging and free watermelon at the lakeside—highly accessible for Waynesville residents seeking cultural entertainment.
Stories, updates, and things to know in Highland Forest
Local characteristics and demographics for Highland Forest
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