Reasons to Build in Kenmure or Berwick Downs
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In the mountains of Western North Carolina, level homesites are a rare find. Builders and buyers alike know the challenge of carving foundations into sloped terrain and the compromises that often follow. That’s what makes Berwick Downs, the newest enclave inside Kenmure, such an extraordinary opportunity.
Set along the 13th and 14th fairways, Berwick Downs offers 38 prime homesites, each carefully planned to combine the privacy of a mountain retreat with the ease of modern living. For those who dream of designing a custom home in a community that blends golf, history, and Southern hospitality, this is where the journey begins.
Why Build in Kenmure?
Most communities in the Blue Ridge Mountains offer resale homes. Few, however, give you the chance to build from the ground up within an established gated club. Kenmure is different. Here, buyers can select a homesite, work with a builder, and create a home that reflects both personal style and community standards.
Architectural guidelines are managed by the Kenmure Property Owners Association (KPOA), ensuring every residence complements the natural setting. Think brick and stone exteriors, generous porches, and homes that open toward mountain or golf views. The result is a neighborhood where every property feels like part of a greater design — cohesive, yet distinct.
The Berwick Downs Advantage
Berwick Downs stands out for several reasons:
Level homesites: Spacious, build-ready lots ranging from half to two acres.
Fairway frontage: Many lots overlook Kenmure’s 13th and 14th holes.
Community design: Sidewalks, streetlights, and pocket parks encourage walkability.
Utility-ready: Underground electric, city water, natural gas, and cable at each lot.
Membership access: Buyers can join Kenmure Country Club, unlocking golf, racquet sports, dining, pools, and fitness.
For retirees envisioning a single-level home, or families seeking a multigenerational retreat, these lots are a blank canvas waiting for inspiration.
Working with the Right Builder
Building in Kenmure calls for experience. Fortunately, Hendersonville and Flat Rock are home to some of the region’s best luxury builders. Firms like Living Stone Design + Build, Buchanan Construction, Glennwood Custom Builders, Osada Construction, and Amarx Construction have experience creating homes that balance mountain terrain with upscale design.
Each builder brings a unique style — from craftsman lodges with exposed beams to modern estates with walls of glass. What unites them is the ability to craft homes that fit seamlessly into Kenmure’s landscape while delivering the comforts today’s buyers demand.
The Lifestyle That Comes With It
Choosing to build in Kenmure isn’t just about a house. It’s about adopting a lifestyle. Imagine mornings that begin with coffee on a porch overlooking the golf course, afternoons spent on the fairways or pickleball courts, and evenings of fine dining in the mansion clubhouse. Social clubs, fitness programs, and concerts keep the calendar full, while the privacy of a gated entrance ensures tranquility whenever you want it.
And beyond the gates, Flat Rock and Hendersonville offer even more — from the Flat Rock Playhouse and Carl Sandburg Home to the boutiques and restaurants on Main Street. Asheville’s airport and cultural scene are just half an hour away.
Final Thoughts
Opportunities to build in established communities like Kenmure are rare. Opportunities to do so on level, fairway-front homesites are rarer still. Berwick Downs is more than just a neighborhood; it’s a chance to create your place in one of the South’s most desirable golf communities.
For retirees, second-home buyers, and families alike, building in Kenmure is an investment not just in real estate, but in lifestyle — one that combines the traditions of Southern living with the freedom to make a home entirely your own.