FAQs
About Walnut Springs
How big is Walnut Springs?
Walnut Springs is comprised of approximately 1,200 acres. With only 99 estates planned on the property, the average estate size is approximately 10 acres. The land has been carefully and thoughtfully divided to maximize the inherent beauty of the property, providing privacy and seclusion.
What Amenities does Walnut Springs offer?
Two spring-fed, clear bottom lakes on the property are separated by a completed lakeside antique log community lodge, with indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a community meeting/gathering room, kitchen, showers and changing facilities. The larger lake is stocked with 2 species of native trout - you can fish right off the deck of the lodge and grill your dinner on the large, stainless steel grill outside! The mountain lakes and lakeside lodge are just a few of the many amenities you will find at Walnut Springs, including nature trails for hiking and biking, a dog park/dog run area, and almost 100 acres of common areas and parks, to name a few. A clubhouse/main lodge is also planned, with a restaurant, lounge and banquet facilities, community meeting areas, nature observation deck and workout facility planned to break ground in 2007 is just one of the many amenities you will find at Walnut Springs. To learn more about the amenities at Walnut Springs, CLICK HERE.
How steep are the roads?
At Walnut Springs we have kept almost all of our roads at a 7-degree grade or less, so that you will be able to safely access and fully enjoy your property 365 days per year. Compare this with other mountain properties, where you may find road grades of 18-degrees or more.
How steep is the property?
Unlike many mountain areas, Walnut Springs is not steep, unusable mountain property. It features primarily gently rolling hills with a combination of open and wooded areas. Many lots are nearly 100% useable. Most of the property is easy to walk on, and there are plenty of flat areas and gentle walking trails. Of course there are also lots with spectacular cliffs and mountaintop peaks offering sweeping views.
What about engineering on my homesite?
The cost of your estate includes a driveway access road, tree clearing to open up your own magnificent view, clearing of the canopy to provide keyhole mountain views, and limited site clearing for your home. It also includes bringing underground utilities (telephone and electric) to your lot. In addition, Walnut Springs’ expert staff can assist you with site planning and selecting a qualified builder and architect.
What kind of wildlife is there at Walnut Springs?
There are over 100 species of birds and over 40 species of butterflies. We have whitetail deer, wild turkey, rabbits and foxes, to name a few. In fact, West Virginia is home to 70 types of wild mammals, 178 species of fish, and 57 species of amphibians and reptiles.
What kind of plants and trees do you have?
There are many old hardwood trees at Walnut springs, including Walnut trees, Red Bud, Dogwood, Red Oak, White Oak, Chestnut Oak, Black Oak, Holly, Cherry, Sugar Maples, Hickory, Osage Orange, Poplar, and Pine. In addition, we have an amazing variety of wild flowers, berry-producing plants and shrubs.
Will we get snowed in at Walnut Springs?
Only if you want to be snowed in. With top quality roads and a minimum of 5 exits to state maintained roads and highways, access will not be a problem. In addition, Walnut Springs is south and southwest facing, so winter temperatures and snowfalls are moderate. You will be able to enjoy four full seasons at Walnut Springs, without weather extremes.
Are there common areas within Walnut Springs?
Yes, there are multiple common areas, comprised of almost 100 acres, including parks, picnic spots, a large fishing pond, two clear-bottom lakes, a lake-side day lodge, spacious planned main lodge/clubhouse, and trails for hiking, walking, biking and horseback riding. These common areas are open to Walnut Springs residents and their guests only.
May I keep a horse?
Yes, you may keep a horse on your property. You also will be able to enjoy the trails at Walnut Springs, as well as a lot of back country for riding. For more details about property and other requirements necessary for boarding horses, please see our Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions.
Are there trails for riding and hiking?
Walnut Springs will have many miles of trails, which you may use for horseback riding, biking, hiking or riding electric ATVs. Please note that only electric vehicles will be permitted to preserve serenity, avoid noise pollution, and prevent harming the environment.
About Building a Home
Can you help us build our dream home?
Yes. Walnut Springs can introduce you to an ample number of quality building contractors, several of whom have already constructed homes and other buildings at Walnut Springs. Interested in a log home? As we are a distributor for Jim Barna Log Homes, you, as a Walnut Springs Mountain Reserve estate owner, can take advantage of our relationship with Jim Barna and receive an even greater value for your high quality log home. We have also partnered with Moss Creek Homes to offer additional high quality home options for our estate owners.
CLICK HERE to visit Jim Barna Log Homes web site.
CLICK HERE to visit Moss Creek’s web site.
Are there restrictions on building a home?
Yes. There are Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions which impact what type of homes can be built, the materials to be used, the minimum and maximum size of home for the lot, the location of the building envelope and the maintenance of the home, all of which help to maintain the beauty of Walnut Springs and protect your property values. The restrictions are sensible and easy to follow. You are generally free to build the home of your dreams, provided that it is constructed of natural materials, is well kept, and the design is approved by the Design Review Board. This process ensures that the beauty of the land and the secluded mountain retreat character of the project are forever maintained.
Is there a time limit on how quickly we have to begin building after we buy?
You may take all the time you want to start building your home, but once you begin, you must complete construction within one year.
About the Community and Area
What is the community like?
Our estate owners are a diverse group of people hailing from all over the United States. We have doctors, lawyers, business owners, federal employees, veterans and retirees, to mention a few! Among the wonderful community at Walnut Springs, we have nature lovers, bird lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, families, couples, native West Virginians returning “home,” people looking to build a second or third home, people looking to build a retirement paradise, and more! The one thing that draws all of these diverse people together is an appreciation of the mountains, the views and the peace and tranquility they fall in love with at Walnut Springs. At Walnut Springs and in West Virginia, you will find a sense of belonging, no matter who you are. Don’t be surprised if complete strangers wave at you as you pass by. People around here really are that friendly!
What is there to do?
Walnut Springs and the surrounding area offer endless outdoor activities, including golfing, skiing, caving, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, rappelling, boating, camping, fishing, hunting, birding, horseback riding and more. Nearby you will find shopping, a wide range of restaurants, theater, music, museums, historical sites and cultural centers. About the Area
Is the area safe?
Even a cursory look at local, state and FBI crime statistics will show that Monroe County, West Virginia has one of the lowest crime rates in the entire nation. You will be free to enjoy all that Walnut Springs and the surrounding communities have to offer without living in fear.
Is Walnut Springs "out in the boondocks"?
The location of Walnut springs is ideal in that you can retreat to your secluded mountain estate, yet still be within a short distance of nearby Union and Lewisburg and rich cultural destinations such as The Greenbrier, Snowshoe, Winterplace and The Homestead. Walnut Springs is just minutes from the charming little town of Union. In Union you will find all of the essentials of daily living, such as gas stations, a supermarket, pharmacy, small shops, several restaurants, a Post Office and emergency medical services. We are also just 18 miles from Lewisburg, West Virginia and about 20 miles from US 64, a major interstate. Lewisburg offers fine dining, shopping, an array of antique shops and boutiques and a multitude of cultural events. Need a flight out? Walnut Springs is 24 miles from the Greenbrier Valley Airport. Roanoke, Virginia, which has an international airport and a vast array of shopping and entertainment options, is only 65 miles away.
Are there medical facilities in the area?
You can enjoy your time at Walnut Springs without worrying about where to find quality healthcare. In the town of Union, less than 2 miles from Walnut Springs, you will find physicians, dentists and therapists for your everyday healthcare needs. However, your options do not end there. Whether it is an emergency situation or routine preventative care that you need, a variety of top quality hospitals and medical centers are nearby, including the Greenbrier Clinic, renowned for its commitment to diagnostic excellence and individualized, comprehensive attention to its patients – many of whom travel thousands of miles for the Greenbrier’s famous 3 day comprehensive physical! Nearby medical facilities include:
- Monroe Health Clinic, Union
- Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Ronceverte
- Greenbrier Physicians Clinic, Ronceverte
- Robert C. Byrd Clinic, Lewisburg
- The Greenbrier Clinic, White Sulphur Springs
- Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital, Pearisburg, VA
- Montgomery Regional Hospital, Blacksburg, VA
How far is the airport?
Walnut Springs is approximately 24 miles from the Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB). Within an hour and a half you also have access to the international airports in Roanoke, Virginia and Charleston, West Virginia. For those who do not fly, Amtrak rail service is available in nearby White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, just 23 miles away.
Are there any colleges or universities in the area?
Yes. There are manyinstitutions of higher education less than an hour and a half away, and several within half an hour to 45 minutes including:
- WV School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg
- New River Community and Technical College, Lewisburg
- Bluefield State College, Bluefield
- Concord University, Athens
- Mountain State University, Beckley
- WVU Institute of Technology, Montgomery
- Virginia Tech, Blacksburg VA
- Radford College, Radford VA
- Roanoke College, Salem VA
- Washington & Lee University, Lexington VA
What is the cost of living like in West Virginia?
West Virginia's cost of living is 5 percent lower than the national average and an incredible 23 percent lower than the average for the northeastern United States.
Is there any industry in the county?
Monroe County has no heavy industry. There are no coal mines or strip mines in our portion of the state. Farming and timber are natural Monroe County "industries."
Are there any high tension power lines?
There is not a single high tension power line in the county. Monroe County residents fought and beat American Power, keeping all such high tension lines forever out of the county. Thus, without industrial power, there is no heavy industry.
Is Walnut Springs really as beautiful and pristine as it looks?
Yes, it is – in fact, it is far more amazing in person than it appears in the photos on this website. You simply must see it yourself to appreciate it. The views are simply awe inspiring. The land is rich, green and stunningly beautiful and the air is fresh and crisp. The water quality is so high, that water bottled at nearby Sweet Springs has consistently won international water awards.
When may I see Walnut Springs?
Call 1-888-411-4488 to arrange your visit to Walnut Springs Mountain Reserve. We have luxurious, modern log rental homes available or we can arrange for your stay at a local inn, hotel or bed & breakfast. Then, discover "Wild and Wonderful" West Virginia as you travel Interstate highways and beautiful country roads to Walnut Springs. Directions, driving distances and weekend accommodation information are just a mouse-click away.
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