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feel the earth. touch the sky.

At the center of everything, a home that rises above it all.


Clear skies and fresh mountain air. Waves of rolling mountains blanketed in old-growth hardwoods. Natural trails winding through the forest canopy and fields of native wildflowers.

Spectacular vistas that continually reveal something new, unfolding with the weather to display the kinds of unforgettable scenes that have drawn the adventurous and observant for generations.

Views that never grow old. A panoramic landscape that, for a lucky few, will become a permanent part of family lore and legend.

All of it awaits, just outside your front door. Your own piece of heaven, here on Earth.

Expand your horizons. Discover Ciel.

From your secluded mountain retreat, the world unfolds before you.

Every home comes complete with an expansive playground.


Whats it going to be today? Tackling a challenging par five? Trout fishing in the early-morning hush? Chancing upon the perfect piece of custom art for the mantel? Dining in four-star elegance? Or maybe just wandering down from your mountainside home, and discovering the wonders around every corner?

The world eagerly awaits your answer, ready to respond to your every whim.

Now you can come home to the place youve been drawn to.
Every year, pulled by something deep inside, people make pilgrimages to the Blue Ridge area. Some are drawn by the unequaled displays of fall foliage, others by the summer concerts on the terrace at Biltmore House. Still others simply come to bask in the arrival of another spectacular spring. With the temperate climate, people come for all kinds of reasons, all throughout the year.

Now, Ciel serves as the perfect jumping off point for whatever you love about the area. No pilgrimage required.

Around here, great outdoors is truly an understatement.

Golf should be a challenge for the body. And a feast for the senses.
With the Blue Ridge Mountains at your doorstep and The Great Smokey Mountains National Park a short ride away, youll find opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors at every turn. Appalachian Trail and Pisgah National Forest surround you with millions of acres of forests, lakes, streams, trails and more than enough places to hike, bike, raft, camp, fish and build up a lifetimes worth of family memories. The fly fishing has been favorably compared to what can be found in Montana and with more than 2,500 miles of trout streams, its easy to find your own special bend in the river. For those who prefer a more rapid pace, whitewater rafting and kayaking provides a thrill and a challenge for all skill levels. Ready for more? For starters, there are botanical gardens, lakeside beaches, ski resorts, mountain bike trails and hot air balloon launches. In short, enough ongoing diversions to ensure that youll never run out of outdoor adventures. And after all your outdoor adventures, youll appreciate the ability to relax and rejuvenate on your deck overlooking the beauty just outside your door. Or ease the ache of tired muscles under the skilled hands of a trained masseuse at one of Ashevilles many spas. And dont miss one of the East Coasts only natural hot spring water sources, in Hot Springs, NC, which has been attracting visitors since its discovery in the 1700s. In fact, from the Asheville Country Club at the foot of the mountain, to the dozens of other courses spread through the Ciel region, you may have a hard time deciding which is your favorite. Which means youll have a wonderful time making up your mind. Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Donald Ross and many others have contributed their handiwork, creating what are at once some of the most challenging and the most breathtaking courses you will find anywhere. And thanks to the agreeable weather patterns, youll have the opportunity to enjoy them throughout the year. Over the years, Asheville and its environs have become known as a cantmiss destination for true golf aficionados. A quick glance at the list of course designers and youll understand why.

Discover the jewels strung among the mountain s.


Just minutes away from your hideaway, you can take in all of the charm and character of Asheville from the extraordinary scale and formality of the Biltmore Estate to the casual chic of the shops in Biltmore Village to the many galleries spread throughout the area. Thanks to its spectacular location and easy-going lifestyle, Asheville has brought together an eclectic and talented cross-section of residents that set it apart from other towns its size. At its center is an unusually vibrant and interesting downtown, combining the relaxed pace and friendly atmosphere of a resort getaway with the activity and excitement that comes with a thriving arts and cultural scene. The breadth of artistic styles youll encounter strolling down a single street is impressive in itself from lovingly crafted works created in traditional styles handed down through the generations, to inspiring modern creations that herald emerging new masters. Beyond the visual arts, an active downtown theatre offers both local productions and touring companies throughout the year, and a dynamic mix of clubs, music halls and performance spaces fills the air with everything from symphonies to poetry
Photos (top & bottom) Courtesy of Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce

slams to talented singer-songwriters.

In addition to local activities, Ashevilles minor league baseball is alive and well in Asheville, so theres always a chance to root for the home team. Or, you can get out of the stands and onto the field, for rugby, track, lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee or other club sports. As well as a haven for artists, craftspeople, athletes and musicians, Asheville has also drawn an impressive list of innovative and award-winning chefs and bakers, and developed a well-deserved reputation for serving up some of the finest food in the region. With literally dozens of restaurants to choose from in the downtown area alone, Asheville is the perfect place for Sunday brunch, a gourmet meal, a late-evening cocktail and everything in between. A little bit further afield, and more off the beaten path, the towns of Weaverville, Brevard, Hendersonville and Black Mountain reward afternoon excursions with a unique assortment of indigenous crafts, distinctive antiques and fine dining. All of this only touches on the delights that Asheville and the surrounding area can offer. Which is one more reason youll appreciate having a home nearby that affords ample opportunities for exploration and discovery. And one more reason that your new home at Ciel will truly be something heavenly.

Photos (top, center, lower left and bottom) Courtesy of Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce

At home with the world around you.

As you wind your way up Elk Mountain Scenic Highway and approach the ridgeline above 3100 feet, youre enveloped by the beauty and majesty of mature, plentiful hardwood trees. Towering white and red oaks, some with trunks bigger than three people can encircle, are intermingled with rolling stands of cherry, hickory, maple, locust and poplar, and cover the mountainside as far as the eye can see. Was it this that first drew you to Ciel? Or was it the view the trees revealed? It is a breathtaking view, one that opens slowly as you approach the southern boundary of your property offering up chance, tantalizing glimpses before opening into a panorama that encompasses everything from downtown Asheville to the Pisgah National Forest. Here, you are of the world. And at the same time, in another world. You are home.

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The smallest site is 2.3 acres. The largest is 14. All feature southern exposures. None can be compared to anything youve seen before.

Each unique home site has been carefully placed to minimize the impact on your land, and maximize the impact on your senses. All of the sites, generously sized, maintain the vast majority of their natural tree cover, with only enough moved aside to make room for your home and your own southern vista.

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When you settle here, youll live your life to the rhythms of the mountain, and become familiar with the ebb and flow of native flora and fauna. Youll have the opportunity to maintain your
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privacy, and connect with the great outdoors. You can watch the seasons change across the majestic canvas at your feet, and follow the path of a single leaf, on a single branch, on a single tree.

This is where you belong.


Ciel has been planned from the first for people who want to live amidst natures splendor, not apart from it. Just as important is our commitment to the natural world itself specifically, the unique beauty and long-term health of this special landscape.

And with such close proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and downtown Asheville, you can get away from it all, and still be part of everything you enjoy.
Artists illustration of roads, amenities, and features, while based on development concepts, are approximate and are not intended to show exact dimensions or distances, and are subject to change without notice.

Extra touches that are a natural exten sion of your environment.


Set back from the main entrance, a common area and special amenities welcome you home to Ciel. The centerpiece is an open-air pavilion measuring almost 30 feet by 40 feet, with an eight-foot overhang, the pavilion will become a focal point for seasonal events, family gatherings and impromptu get-togethers.
Pavilion being constructed

It is also an understated architectural wonder that eloquently expresses both the attention to detail and commitment to natural beauty that are the hallmark of the community. Placed around the pavilion are an active organic garden for colorful home-grown flowers and tasty vegetables, a fire pit perfect for warming up on a cool fall evening, and a playground that seems to have sprung from the boulders and logs themselves just the thing to spark the imaginations of budding naturalists. From here, and running throughout the 117-acre property, a network of private trails offers access to scenic views, picnic nooks, and secluded spots ideal for yoga, meditation or quiet contemplation.

Live in perfect harmony with your lifestyle. And your surroundings.

Designed to the highest standards: Ken Piepers, and yours.


At the heart of Ciel, and touching every aspect of the community, is a vision of an environmentally sound, resource-friendly and eminently sensible approach to modern living. Ken Pieper and Associates, the preferred designer for the This vision comes to its most visible fruition in the spectacular homes themselves. With a focus on responsible development, all construction at Ciel will meet NC HBH (Healthy Built Home) standards. Innovation and commitment to preserving the natural beauty that is the hallmark of this site are reflected throughout each home. Our steps forward in responsible development will serve to greatly reduce our environmental footprint. Every decision is influenced by long-term considerations, from preparing your home site and planning construction to conserve energy, water and natural resources; to reducing waste, toxins and harmful emissions; and creating a healthier and more comfortable living environment for everyone inside. It all proves that, sometimes, good deeds are in fact rewarded because this emphasis on energy-efficient construction techniques and materials actually helps to maximize infrastructure performance and energy cost savings. Ken is acutely sensitive to positioning homes in such a way that they become both an addition to the land, and a platform for spectacular views. Fulfilling the desire to create a community that exists in harmony with nature, all of the residences will feature natural stone and wood exteriors in appealing and unobtrusive shades that wont detract from what you want to preserve. community, specializes in the creation of extraordinary homes in astonishing locations. His carefully crafted, lovingly detailed and above all supremely livable designs have been highlighted on HGTV, and featured as a Mountain Living magazine Dream Home and the Cooking Light Fit House. His work has also appeared in the Robb Report and Architecture and Engineering Quarterly, and has received awards too numerous to mention. The homes at Ciel are designed to complement both the areas natural beauty, and your familys unique personality.

Perfectly balanced between quality and comfort.


The interiors of your home will bring together the warmth of wood beam construction, the delight of innovative natural surface materials, and the pleasing practicality of well-organized spaces both dramatically public and comfortably private. The floor plan can be drawn from existing Ken Pieper plans or customized to fit your individual dreams. Outdoor spaces can include a fireplace and cooking center. It can include expansive master suites on the main level, an attached garage, grand kitchen, climate-controlled wine cellar, steam showers and whirlpools all designed with a spirit of inspiration and finished with an emphasis on excellence that separate your home from the ordinary, and turn your mountain retreat into an uplifting oasis. Cottonwood Development, the preferred builder, is unparalleled in its ability to bring these kinds of large, intricate designs to life, with a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that will stand up to the closest inspection. Find your own private corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains, overlooking downtown Asheville from the comfort and beauty of life at Ciel. Feel the earth. Touch the sky.
With excellence in all the details, youll enjoy the finer points of living at Ciel.

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