Hilltop House
Our entire one-level home on the 115+ acre Fraser fir tree farm, with amazing views of the mountains and Lake Glenville. Close to mountain communities and outdoor recreation.
Glenville · Blue Ridge Mountains, NC
Rooted in the seasons
A private mountain estate above Lake Glenville — a working farm estate since 1904. Stay, Gather, Celebrate, Come Back!
Begin your inquiryThe idea
the working estate
an elevated operating farm · since 1904
Set in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, enveloped by mist-veiled peaks and cascading rhododendrons — 115+ acres of Fraser firs and blueberries at 3,600 feet, just the height for a perfect view of Lake Glenville.
Here at Chimney Pond Farm, we strive to anticipate guest needs before they ask — attending to every detail with care, and offering generosity without expectation. Hospitality with restraint, on a farm that still works for a living.
“Rooted in Nature, Refined by the warmth of our Hospitality”
Choose your path
One estate, every occasion
A board offsite one week, a family reunion the next, an October wedding between the rows. The same gravel drive has welcomed them all since 1904.
Stay
Nine homes across the estate — a weekend, a season, or the whole hill.
Explore stays
Gather
Corporate retreats, board meetings, product launches, getaways, family reunions, digital detox weekends, and weddings.
Plan a gathering
Weddings
Award Winning
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The Farm
Alpacas, Fraser fir fields, morning chores — a farm that still works.
Meet the herdA year on the mountain
The farm keeps time
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Spring
Green-up
Wildflowers on the lanes, long light over the fields.
Summer
Lake days
Mornings on the water, fireflies after dusk.
Autumn
Harvest
Cider light, harvest suppers, the ridge turning gold.
Winter
Tree season
Cut-your-own firs, woodsmoke, stars you can read by.
Stay
Homes on the Hillside
Beautifully appointed homes across the estate welcome families, wedding parties, and retreat groups alike — premium linens, local coffee, fire pits, and mountain views from every window. Farm-fresh eggs from the coop and daily cleaning service can be added to any stay for a fee.
Mountain House
Three levels with each bedroom offering its own private bath. The wrap-around porch is ideal for viewing the Fraser fir tree farm and surrounding mountains.
The Farmhouse
A gorgeous farmhouse overlooking the Fraser fir tree farm and Lake Glenville. Perfect for wedding parties or families to rent and be on property leading up to the big day.
Ridgeline House
The newest addition, boasting phenomenal Blue Ridge views from the large front porch, a loft entertainment space, and outdoor ping pong table.
The Lake House
A 3-story lakefront home on Lake Glenville with dock access. Central to hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, and snow skiing. A one-of-a-kind waterfront stay.
Farmhouse Bungalow
A charming two-bedroom bungalow near the main farmhouse, ideal for couples or a small family looking for a cozy stay with full access to the estate.
Mountain Cabin
A separate, private cabin tucked into the property. Perfect for an intimate getaway or for guests who want a quiet retreat from the group.
Spring Suite / Bridal Cottage
A private one-bedroom cottage designed for the bridal party or couple. The perfect place to prepare for the big day or enjoy a quiet night on the estate.
Farm Store Bungalow
A two-bedroom apartment above our Farm Store — convenient for hosts, celebrations, and anyone who wants provisions a staircase away.
Every home comes with curated boutique amenities, high thread-count sheets, and the outdoors in luxury. Daily cleaning service available. Book one home, several, or the entire estate.
Begin your inquiryIn every home
High-end amenities, standard.
Fast Wi-Fi
Fully stocked kitchens
Premium terry & linens
High-end bath amenities
TVs in every home
Laundry on site
Hair dryers
Grills
Fire pits
On-site parking
Yoga mats
Gather
Gatherings of every kind
The Barn Pavilion, the ceremony lawn, long tables under string lights — spaces that flex from boardroom quiet to wedding joy.
Serious work, effortless setting
Retreats & meetings
Offsites, summits, and advisory boards trade fluorescent light for fir rows. Private meeting spaces, chef-led meals, and 115 acres of thinking room — with every distraction an hour away.
Plan a retreat
Reunions & celebrations
Multi-generation weekends
Family reunions, milestone birthdays, brand gatherings, and full estate buyouts. Nine homes hold the whole family; the fire pits, alpacas, and lake do the entertaining.
Plan a reunion
Weddings
And yes — weddings between the rows
A ceremony lawn above Lake Glenville, the Barn Pavilion for dinner and dancing, and homes across the estate for your people all weekend.
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The farm
Life is better with alpacas
Meet the herd and their Great Pyrenees protectors. Guided tours run through the Fraser fir fields and blueberry bushes; the rainforest rains keep both impossibly green. This hillside has been farmed since 1904, and it still earns its keep.
Alpaca Feeding
$10 per feed
Get up close and personal with our gentle alpacas in a relaxed, hands-on feeding session.
Farm Assistant
$50 per person
Wake up early and support the operation of the farm — enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour, feed the animals, and interact with the team.
Farm Tour
$25 per person
A 45-minute guided tour through sustainable farming practices, Christmas tree varieties, and our resident animals. Educational and interactive for the whole family.
Wedding Experience
$725 for two alpacas
Add an unforgettable touch to your special day with two of our best-dressed alpacas as wedding guests.
Your host
Meet Mafa
Our most curious resident.
Mafa is Chimney Pond Farm’s resident alpaca and unofficial ambassador. You’ll find him wandering the pasture, greeting guests from across the fence, and occasionally stealing the spotlight. Mafa has become part of the rhythm of life here and a favorite among guests.
“I’m joined by my friends from time to time.”
Mafa
Senior Welcome Officer · Chimney Pond Farm
Wellness
Slow down, on purpose
Mountain air does most of the work. The rest is here when you want it — and our team arranges all of it with your stay.
Outdoor yoga
Mats in every home and lawns in every direction — sunrise sessions above the lake.
Off-site spa services
Bookable massage and treatments nearby — we arrange, you unwind.
Hiking trails
Miles on the property, from fir rows to the wood line.
Digital detox
Screen-light days, campfire evenings, a truly rested mind.
E-bikes
Roll the farm lanes and lake roads — available to book.
On the estate
Days here fill themselves
Everything below happens on the 115 acres. No reservations elsewhere, no driving anywhere.
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Alpacas & farm tours
Feedings, morning chores, and the friendliest herd in the valley.
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03Disc golf
A laid-back round across the open fir fields.
Pitch & putt
A short course carved into the hillside — home of Bigfoot Pitch Putt.
04
Lake mornings
Fishing, kayaks, and slow starts on Lake Glenville.
Plus stargazing, archery, e-bikes, sporting clays, kids’ adventures, kintsugi workshops, and whatever the season invents.
Nearby
Everything worth the drive
Also within reach: Waterfalls · Hiking Trails · Lake Glenville · Lake Glenville Beach · Cashiers · Highlands · Horseback Riding · Snow Skiing · Ziplining.
S’mores at the Farmhouse fire pit.
Unhurried days on 115 acres — the possibilities are endless.
Book a home, a weekend, or a whole celebration. You’ll cross paths with our team at morning chores — and sometimes a fellow guest by the fire. The farm makes room for it all.
“Our leadership team did the best thinking we’ve done in years, and never wanted to leave.”
“Three generations under one roof, a lake, and a fire. It felt like the family had always belonged here.”
Recognized by
115
Private acres
9
Estate homes
1904
Founded
1
Lake below
Begin
Tell us what you’re dreaming up
A quiet weekend, a company offsite, a milestone birthday, a wedding between the fir rows. Write a line or two — a member of our team responds within 24 hours, always a person.
The inquiry planner
Six easy steps, five quiet minutes.
Tell us about your people, your dates, and what you're dreaming up — spaces, catering, lodging, and the extras. It arrives as one tidy brief, and a person replies within 24 hours.
- 01Your occasion & dates
- 02Spaces on the estate
- 03Catering & bar
- 04Lodging for your group
- 05Enhancements
- 06Your details — done