Lake Sheila is in the quaint mountain village of Saluda, NC that is located in the front range of the Blue Ridge Mountains yet less than 20 minutes to fine dining and shopping. Saluda, NC is home to the steepest standard gauge mainline railway grade in the country and is a small town full of charm, artisans, several good restaurants (with live entertainment), and antiques. Lots of nearby cultural attractions including the state of NC’s Flat Rock theater. Outdoor enthusiasts can find nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, and great bicycling, or tubing and kayaking down the Green River. Within a day’s driving time enjoy visits to Grandfather Mountain and Chimney Rock, or the Biltmore Estate (our country's largest private estate). Sample wine from all over the world in local restaurants and visit a 19th century wine cellar for wine tastings and live entertainment. If you are a golfer you will be challenged by the many mountain golf courses. For more information on events, festivals and places to visit in the Blue Ridge Mountains, please visit these websites. Saluda.com, firstpeaknc.com, historichendersonville.org, and exploreasheville.com..

We would like to exchange for 3-4 weeks in either France or Italy. The use of a car can be arranged. We are 66 and 78. Toni is a former flight attendant and Rafael was an engineer. We do not need a simultaneous exchange as we have another home.