Hampton Estates in Boone NC is an affordable gated community featuring homes townhomes and condos all using modular construction.

About Hampton Estates

In a university town like Boone, there are a lot of developers that target the single student market, or seasonal renters.
Hampton Estates is Boone's first gated master planned community and the first development in Boone to include restrictive covenants that exceed the town's requirements and encourage owner-occupied houses, town homes and condominiums and discourage rental occupancy,
starting at $125,000.

Our neighborhood is being developed on ten sheltered acres of beautiful land that provides in-town living with rural views of woods and the surrounding mountains.
We want to sustain the small-town atmosphere we love about Boone by using the Arts & Crafts style of architecture that became common to this area just after the turn of the last century.
We will use construction methods designed to minimize the impact on the environment and our houses will use the most modern materials feasible. Sidewalks, picket fences and tree lined private streets will lead past your neighbor's front porch to your new home.
Drive by our park-like recreation area with towering trees on your way to your new condominium which will have great views of the surrounding mountains and one of our beautiful green spaces.

Hampton Estates has easy access to work, schools, recreation areas, shopping via US 421, Bamboo Rd. and Watauga County's transportation of Appalcart. A foot path will lead from the neighborhood to access the Greenway Trail system that runs through Boone.

The neighborhood is easy walking distance just across US 421 to the new Watauga County Park on the New River.

When my family moved here we waited for four years to find a place in one of the few traditional neighborhoods in the area. The supply of existing homes was so limited that we had to build our own house and go through the stress and uncertainty of that process. We hurried to get our exterior construction done before winter set in, but the rain slowed us down, and the winter caught us. The process became more difficult in the winter. Our building materials suffered, and the ground couldn't heal from all the activity until spring.

When we were fortunate to accumulate the land for Hampton Estates, the leaders in the High Country were just coming to the realization that there was a real need for housing that could be afforded by the people who live and work in the area, people like my family. Our own experience and the obvious need for a new traditional neighborhood resulted in the development plan for Hampton Estates.

Major metropolitan areas have the benefit of low land costs, town provided sewer and water and mass transit. This attracts volume home builders who use the latest techniques and materials to provide good value for home buyers. The High Country is characterized by high land cost, the use of wells and septic systems, and custom building. This results in building costs averaging over $150.00 per square foot, excluding land, well and septic. The town of Boone has one of the few sewer and water systems in the area and provides mass transit through its Appalcart bus system. Hampton Estates is located in the Town of Boone and benefits from these systems. However, land costs remain high.

From the beginning, we made the commitment to provide a unique housing opportunity in the town of Boone. With sensitivity to the needs of the community and the environment, we worked with the town's planning department and outstanding engineers and architects to make
Hampton Estates a traditional neighborhood that also incorporates the newest methods and materials.
To provide the same benefits enjoyed by volume builders, we researched and selected the industry leader, R-Anell Homes, as the company to build a portion of our custom designed homes.
By using a systems building process, we benefit from volume buying power for materials, and we practically eliminate the impact of weather on the home during construction. In addition, we have the added benefit of minimizing the period of time the soil is disturbed and the
impact of construction on the environment.

Some of the best known professionals in our area have helped with the planning process so that we could bring you Hampton Estates, the first and finest development of its kind in Boone.

Land Design, Inc., who designed the ultra-exclusive Diamond Creek Club in Banner Elk and the magnificent planned community of Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, prepared our land plan including landscaping and soil and water conservation engineering.

Our architects, The Wilson Group from Charlotte, have designed our ArtCraft™; homes that reflect the Arts & Crafts style including elements such as shed dormers, wide picture frame molding around windows, use of several different exterior materials for foundations, walls, gable ends, columns, walkways, etc.

R-Anell Homes from Denver, NC, who recently received top national industry awards, will be building a portion of our homes at their location which minimizes the impact of construction in our neighborhood and allows us to continue to build homes without negative impact on the land or materials due to inclement weather.

Each of our homes will be finished on site by our own home-building company that can also provide whatever additional customization you may desire.

With home ownership starting at $125,000, our neighborhood will provide a variety of home-ownership experiences to suit every budget and family. Qualified potential homeowners can sit down with our mortgage specialists from BB&T and obtain the most favorable financing available to match their budget. As soon as the land development is complete, we will have fully decorated model homes for you to enjoy and decide which of our homes best suits your needs.
Our ArtCraft™; plans for single family homes, town homes and condos can be accessed in the "Interractive Floor Plans" section and will include:

Single Family Homes: Up to Sixteen unique single-family Homes ranging from a one story 1,180 square foot three bedroom two bath home to a 2,400 square foot five bedroom three bath two story. All can have optional attached two car garages or unattached carports.

Town Homes: Up to Eighteen 3BR/3BA or 2BR/1.5BA Town homes of approximately 1,100 to 1,350 sq. ft. in nine unique Buildings with one front and one side entrance so that they have the appearance of single-family homes, and

Condominiums: Two three story Condominium buildings that are Architecturally consistent and contain up to nine 3BR/3B units, nine 2BR/2BA units and six 2BR/1Ba units with 72 landscaped parking spaces for residents and their guests.

We hope that you will decide to make Hampton Estates your neighborhood. If not, there are many wonderful opportunities here and our Hampton Realty agents can help you evaluate all your options.
Call Larry or Mel in our sales office at 828-263-9076
or toll free at 877-263-9076 (outside North Carolina)
and come by to see our model homes at US 421 & Hampton Rd in Boone.

Equal Housing Opportunity
There will be restrictive covenants designed to protect the beauty and integrity of our neighborhood. Prices, specifications, locations of structures and amenities subject to change without notice.

Hope to see you soon,
Scott Porter

About Our Community

Welcome to Boone, NC, The High Country
and Hampton Estates

When you decide to live in Hampton Estates you will become a part of the community of Boone and The High Country.

From the highest peak and the deepest gorge east of the Mississippi, to the second oldest river in the world, the High Country is not a land of mediocre proportions.
The "New River," is actually the second-oldest river in the World--second only to the Nile.
In 1998, President Clinton designated the New River as an American Heritage River
on a ceremony on its banks in the High Country.
Hampton Estates overlooks the New River and has easy access to the county's newest park on the river.

"Intellectual and eclectic, rugged and refined are words that define the High Country. The towns of Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk burst with culinary sensations, art galleries and music festivals, all set in the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From mild to wild, there is something for everyone tucked in the hillsides of the High Country." (Charlotte Observer 5/14/04 )

Boone is the Heart of the High Country and the premiere "quality of life" community of
the Blue Ridge Mountains. Consistently ranked as one of the "Best Small Towns in America ," Boone is a bustling university town and the center of tourism and commerce for the region. Known for its excellence in health care, education, shopping and the arts, Boone offers a palate of opportunity surrounded by four seasons of changing scenery. Boone is the county seat of Watauga County in northwestern North Carolina and has a land area of 321 square miles and adjoins Tennessee.
Elevations range from 2,000 to 6,000 feet above sea level. Boone has an area of about 4 square miles and an average altitude of 3,333 feet above sea level; as a result some refer to Boone as the Kilometer High City.

Every season in the High Country provides some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable,
making it hard to stay inside.
Summer yields a lush green landscape and blooming rhododendron. With high temperatures in the seventies and nights cool enough that you may want a sweater, Summer provides ample opportunity to enjoy the outdoors both day and night.
Fall brings an explosion of color and a little nip in the air that signals the approach of
ski season and the holidays.
Winter's blue skies are crisp and crystal clear. Before the snow even falls the ski resorts are offering plenty of outdoor activities thanks to the latest in snow-making equipment.
Spring skiing has become a common occurrence here and precedes the burst of spring color from the wildflowers that decorate our hillsides and gardens.

With four seasons to enjoy, Boone and The High Country offer excellent recreation, education, health care, employment and enjoyment opportunities for every member of the family and for every lifestyle.

Recreation

The High Country is abundant with outdoor activities.
Our area has some of the country's finest Golf courses and is nationally known for the quality of local resorts, some of which have been established here since the beginning of the last century.
The New River , nearby Watauga Lake and surrounding rivers and streams
are a haven for those who enjoy fun on or in the water.
For those that prefer land-based excitement, there are many scenic trails and roads winding throughout the High Country along the Blue Ridge Parkway and up and down Grandfather Mountain , Carolina's top scenic attraction. Whether climbing to the top of Grandfather Mountain , descending into Linville Gorge, or floating down the New, each of our natural wonders offers unbelievable views and an unforgettable experience that will satisfy the curiosity of beginners and provide ample challenges to even the most advanced adventurer.
In the winter, the High Country turns into a winter wonderland that provides
excellent skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and tubing conditions.
Area ski resorts include Beech Mountain, Sugar Mountain, and Hawksnest.
For a more relaxing outdoors experience or for your regular exercise program you can enjoy
the Greenway Trail System is within easy walking distance from Hampton Estates and links all parts of Boone.
The new Watauga County Park is closeby on the New River.

Education

Education is a very important part of the high country.
Watauga County Public Schools consistently rank among the top public school systems in North Carolina.

Hampton Estates is located in the Hardin Park School district which is one of six schools
in the High Country named a " School of Excellence."

Watauga County High School students' SAT scores rank well above state and national averages as well.
For those preferring a private preparatory school, Boone has Appalachian Christian Academy.

Collegiate education is available at Appalachian State University, the state's third largest university, which was named "College of the Year" by Time Magazine for 2001
and continues to win accolades each year.

In nearby Banner Elk there is Lees-McRae College , a four year private institution.
Additional educational opportunities and continuing education are provided by both Mayland Community College and Caldwell Community College.

Health Care

Quickly becoming a major regional medical center, Boone's professional medical community and Watauga Medical Center offer excellent health care.
The desirability of the life style in Boone has attracted talented professionals from all over the United States. The Medical Center has joined with the neighboring Avery medical system to consolidate operations and improve the level of care and specialists available to all in the community.
Nearby in Winston Salem is the Bowman Gray Medical Center , the Wake Forest Medical School facility, and in Durham is the world famous Duke University Medical Center.

Employment

Boone and Watauga County consistently boast one of the lowest unemployment rates in the southeast
and has the 2nd lowest unemployment rate in the state.
Appalachian State University , IRC, Watauga Medical Center and Charleston Forge
are among the largest employers in Watauga County.
Bob Dole cited the Boone/ Blowing Rock areas as "one of the most dynamic economies in the state". This bustling economy is due largely in part to thriving year round tourism and a major state university.

Watauga County is also a great place for entrepreneurs states Mike Wagoner, President of the Boone Chamber of Commerce. "These people can put their businesses anywhere but come here because there is elbow room and they have the quality of life advantage that we offer because of our
proximity to mountains and rivers."

For those who must fly in conjunction with their work, Charlotte , Triad (Winston Salem/Greensboro) and the Tri-Cities ( Johnson City , TN ) airports are all less than two hours from Boone and provide the traveler an opportunity to pick the best flight arrangements considering destination and budget.

Community Events

From banjos to violins, dosi-does to pirouettes, local storytellers to Neil Simon plays, and hand-thrown pottery to towering steel sculpture, the High Country offers a unique blend of traditional and modern culture. Community events are a large part of what makes the High Country so unique.
In addition to the normal community events sponsored by local organizations, there are annual festivals that celebrate each season and the richness of culture in the High Country.
Appalachian State University provides a stream of cultural events throughout the year.
Music festivals include an Appalachian Summer Festival, Boone Bluegrass festival, Merle Fest,
Doc Watson Music Fest, Joe Music and the new Blue Ridge Celtic Festival.
Winterfest and the Woolly Worm Festival have both been named one of the "Top 20 Events in the South East" by the SouthEast Tourist Society.
All summer long, the Jones House in Boone and Art in the Park in Blowing Rock provide local talent an opportunity to display their skills.
The annual Highland Games is the largest gathering of the Scottish clans outside of Scotland and take place each July in McRae meadows at Grandfather Mountain.

Local Attractions

Hampton Estates is located just minutes from popular local attractions such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, Tweetsie Railroad, Mystery Hill, Roan Mountain State Park and The Blowing Rock. Grandfather Mountain is the home of many wildlife habitats, breathtaking views, and numerous hiking trails. The history of the High Country is preserved and displayed through the Appalachian Heritage Museum and the Horn in the West, outdoor drama.
If art peaks your interest, the Turchen Center and numerous art galleries are good choices.
The High Country is filled with unique shops featuring antiques and local crafts.
The Tanger Outlets in Blowing Rock have over 35 brand name outlets.
Other popular stops for shopping include the Boone Mall, the Wilcox Emporium and the Mast General Store in downtown Boone and historic Valle Crucis. Main Street in Blowing Rock and King Street in Boone offer a stroll through our small town streets where you will encounter your neighbor's window shopping,
going to dinner or to hear live music.

Dining

The High Country has more certified chefs per capita than any other area of North Carolina.
Crippen's, the Game Keeper, Inn at Ragged Garden , Wildflower, Louisiana Purchase, and the Best Cellar are among the finest restaurants the High Country has to offer.
For a more traditional family meal experience you should visit The Dan'l Boone Inn which is
famous for its home-cooked meals.
For more adventurous tastes there are restaurants featuring a variety of ethnic cuisine including Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Mexican, Cajun and Indian.