Southern Living on MSN: This North Carolina mountain town feels like a real-life fairytale

Insider on MSN: After 3 years of living out West, I moved to North Carolina. It was the best decision I could've made for myself

After 3 years of living out West, I moved to North Carolina. It was the best decision I could've made for myself

Travel + Leisure: This Quaint Town in North Carolina Has a Low Cost of Living, Beach Access, and a Laid-back Atmosphere

This Quaint Town in North Carolina Has a Low Cost of Living, Beach Access, and a Laid-back Atmosphere

AOL: 6 Reasons Why North Carolina Is the Best Place To Retire

Travel + Leisure: I Lived in Asheville, North Carolina, for 10+ Years—and This Is the Most Peaceful Place in the City

I Lived in Asheville, North Carolina, for 10+ Years—and This Is the Most Peaceful Place in the City

Author Jan Karon is shy to admit that her fictional town of Mitford is based on Blowing Rock, North Carolina, but residents are convinced of the fact. Karon started writing her popular novels when she ...

AOL: 13 North Carolina Towns Where Couples Can Live on Nothing But Social Security

Discover 13 affordable North Carolina towns where retired couples can comfortably live on Social Security benefits.

13 North Carolina Towns Where Couples Can Live on Nothing But Social Security