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	Erwin Wieckowski Charlotte, NC When I moved to Charlotte with my family 5 years ago, I felt like we landed in a great spot but something was missing - a place to connect with nature and get away from it all. My wife and I discussed the options and after looking at the lakes around Charlotte, ocean properties and the mountains, we quickly figured out that the mountains were the place for us with 4 real seasons, skiing, hiking, campfires and respite from the hot summer days of Charlotte. The next trick was to find the right place. We started with the following criteria: -Beautiful mountain views -At least 3,500 feet elevation to get away from the heat and mosquitoes -Within 30 minutes of ski hills -Near a town with some restaurants and "personality" -On site amenities that would be suitable for the whole family -Less than 2-1/2 hours from Charlotte -POA fees that wouldn't break the bank A community that protected property values through great maintenance, ongoing development, proper architectural controls, a good set of HOA rules but was at the same time unpretentious. In short, we wanted a good investment, a great place to play and relax and a location where we could meet like-minded people. Our search felt long and was often discouraging. At points I was almost ready to throw in the towel and admit to myself that what I wanted didn't exist. So many of the developments we looked at were distressed, lacked amenities, had narrow, unsafe roads without guard rails, were too pretentious, didn't have views or were missing something else that was a "must have" from the above list. One day, my family and I decided to have a look at one place we hadn't investigated yet and were almost startled when we came across Headwaters. Headwaters literally hit the mark on all of our points and had a few added benefits such as a guard house, a super-friendly staff and fun social events. -Beautiful mountain views - Check! -At least 3,500 feet elevation to get away from the heat and mosquitoes - Check! -Within 30 minutes of ski hills - Check! -Near a town with some restaurants and "personality" - Check! Banner Elk is just the ticket with Lees-McCrae College, art studios, shopping and restaurants -On site amenities that would be suitable for the whole family - Check! (worthy of a separate paragraph but in short the movie theatre, game room, club house views, kitchen and fitness center, lakes, canoes, fishing, tennis courts, hiking trails, social events...) -Less than 2 and a half hours from Charlotte - Check! -POA fees that won't break the bank - Check! Very reasonable especially as I didn't want to be paying for a mountain golf course or on site restaurant -A community that protected property values through great maintenance, ongoing development, proper architectural controls, a good set of HOA rules but was at the same time unpretentious. - Check! Most of all, the people, including the staff are all great. So how do I know I'm in the right place? Very simple, when I leave Charlotte (which I like very much) and drive to Headwaters, my relaxation factor increases noticeably with every 10 miles I come closer to our destination. By the time I arrive, the stress has been washed away and I'm grinning from ear to ear. I think that says it all.
	Katie and Gary Dionne Potomac Falls, VA. By way of background, my wife and I live on the outskirts of Washington D.C., where we have established our careers and raised our family. Having reached the point of retirement years just a short grasp away, we began searching for our ideal location within the constraints of our "must have" list of options. While initially a lake front cabin was the intended direction, after a few visits to the mountains of North Carolina the allure of serenity and natural beauty won out. We visited several mountain communities prior to our purchase at Headwaters in 2008 and while we were not immediately ready to break ground, we viewed this as an investment on our future dreams. Since 2008 we have continued to visit several other mountain communities in the North Carolina, South Carolina and the Tennessee area to ensure we have made the right choice before we invest in building our dream home. Our visits to other locations and our subsequent return stays at Headwaters have convinced us that Headwaters is unique in meeting all of our desires. The Headwaters theme phrase of "the illusion of seclusion," is particularly spot on. Located only minutes away from downtown Banner Elk, once on the community grounds the peaceful environment and natural beauty in a park-like setting, the sounds of the breeze whistling through the trees can immediately take us away from the hustle and bustle of our routine in Northern Virginia to another place far calmer, less stressful and far more serene. The long-range views are phenomenal; the manicured yet nature rich grounds are soul warming; the walking paths are plentiful and peaceful; the trout-stocked ponds are fun for all ages and the community club house, sitting on one of the most prominent views within the community has a game room, TV room, weight room, a gourmet kitchen and of course - spectacular views. A sunset from the club house with family and friends and bottle of wine is about as good as we need in life. Surrounding all of these truly unique and appealing experiences of Headwaters would have to be the special relationship amongst the community owners. Simply put everyone we have met has been spectacularly nice and a pleasure to be with spending our free time. We have developed lasting friendships that make us eager for our return visits to Headwaters, to be encircled by the raw beauty of the mountains and to again be amongst our community friends.
	Susan Schleith and Jeff Lang Huntington, New York (Home Site Owner) “We have dreamed about the perfect spot to build our retirement log home for years. We really didn’t know where this land was going to be but we knew that we wanted to enjoy cooler summers and still have snow in the winter. When I found the Blue Ridge Mountain area it seemed perfect. I started to look at communities when I stumbled across Headwaters. The website looked too good to be true and the people at Headwaters seemed too nice to be real. Upon visiting Headwaters we realized that this community was amazing and it was as good as it first appeared. Both the people of the community and the views were impressive. We decided that our search was over. We are now the proud owners of a Headwaters lot and look forward to building our log home around next May so that we can get a July log delivery. Then if all goes well, we'll move there by the summer of 2013. I have to admit that every once in a while Jeff and I ask ourselves "what the heck are we thinking about us living in the mountains?”. This last trip made us feel much more comfortable. I think it's just a matter of getting used to mountain roads and finding where all the stores are located. I'm ready - counting down towards Headwaters!”
	Ralph Bradford, Wellington, FL (Home Owner) “Just wanted you to know that I believe that the quality and care exhibited by Headwaters is a direct reflection of your management and we really appreciate it.”
	Allyn & Cathy Stanton, St. Louis, MO (Condo Owner) "We toured Western North Carolina for years and had property under reservation elsewhere when we found The Headwaters. John gave us a tour and we fell in love with it. We stumble upon a new discovery every day…the waterfalls, the lakes, the trails, the parks. We were going to make this a second home, now we spend more time here than St. Louis. Everything continues to exceed our expectations.”
	Harry & Marcia Hersh, Brays Island, SC (Home Owner) “Putting the clubhouse on the most prominent view lot in the property was a demonstration that all the property owners will benefit from John’s vision. It’s not often you find a developer willing to give up prime acreage for a park or amenity area. We love it up here.”
	David and Cherese Younts Charlotte, NC (Condo Owners) “We recently asked our grandchildren what they wanted to do while at The Headwaters. They replied, “go to the tree house park, hike up to the bear cave, feed the fish in the lakes and play ping-pong at the clubhouse”. So you can see that there is plenty for a kid to do. As for us adults, we enjoy long hikes, the beautiful mountain scenery, and seeing everything through our grandchildren’s eyes. It seems that around every corner, there is a park with lots of wildlife. We frequently see deer, wild turkey, hawks, a groundhog and more. “Cherese and I want to thank you for what you have created at The Headwaters. God made it beautiful, and you and your very pleasant staff have made it our favorite family retreat.” Stan and Bonnie Feldman Coral Springs, FL (Condo Owners) “Many thanks for the hands on help with our recent move to Headwaters. Your outstanding staff made us feel welcome and were really fantastic. Your personal attention went above and beyond the call of duty helping us move in during an early morning rainstorm. The Headwaters experience far exceeded our expectations. “Fantastic views from our deck, beautiful sunsets, tranquil lake setting, and the awesome unspoiled landscape made us feel like we were a part of nature. We certainly made the right choice joining the Headwaters community. Looking forward to spending many enjoyable years at Headwaters.” Ralph Bradford, Wellington, FL (Home Owner) “Just wanted you to know that I believe that the quality and care exhibited by Headwaters is a direct reflection of your management and we really appreciate it.” Allyn & Cathy Stanton, St. Louis, MO (Condo Owner) “We toured Western North Carolina for years and had property under reservation elsewhere when we found The Headwaters. The sales staff gave us a tour and we fell in love with it. We stumble upon a new discovery every day…the waterfalls, the lakes, the trails, the parks. We were going to make this a second home, now we spend more time here than St. Louis. Everything continues to exceed our expectations.” Harry & Marcia Hersh, Brays Island, SC (Home Owner) “Putting the clubhouse on the most prominent view lot in the property was a demonstration that all the property owners will benefit from the Headwaters vision. Its not often you find a development willing to give up prime acreage for a park or amenity area. We love it up here.” Rich & Nora Williams Emerald Isle, NC (Home Owner) “We spent years researching communities, but when we toured The Headwaters, we were blown away. Headwaters has thought of everything, with lakes, parks, tree houses, clubhouse, fitness center, theater, etc. Not only that, but he puts everything in up front, so that gave us a comfort level we didn’t find elsewhere. One thing that impresses me is how well maintained everything is, all year long. We were concerned with access in the winter but the roads here are better maintained than anywhere else we’ve lived. We started out thinking this would be a seasonal home, but we’ve now put our coastal house up for sale and are moving here full time. It has been a wonderful experience.” Lloyd & Sharia Johnson Newland, NC (Lot Owner) “The Headwaters has done everything right. From the beginning there’s been no short cuts. Everything is first class. We’ve been in this area our entire lives and have seen developments come and go, but Headwaters has done more in three years that most get done in ten. The grounds are immaculate and the parks are something out of a storybook. It just doesn’t get any better than this. We know, we’ve seen them all! Frank Wimbush Owner, The Azalea Inn, Banner Elk, NC “We host many couples at our B&B who are looking at all the developments in our area. Consistently, we hear good things about The Headwaters and the management team there. It is primarily their integrity and sincerity that impresses these couples, not to mention the great property. The development which stands out head and shoulders above most and is certainly better than any is, The Headwaters.” John Barnette Barnette Builders, Banner Elk, NC “I have been building homes in the High Country for twenty years and been involved in many developments. The Headwaters is truly a one-of-a-kind community. It delivers everything that other developments only promise. It’s an easy sell with lakes, long range views, waterfalls, walking trails, clubhouse gate house and adjoins national forest lands. It is truly a beautiful and remarkable place and when you add Christian and family values, it’s a home run.”