The Membership
All of the Perks, None of the Ownership
Big Ridge is a non-equity club designed for people who love the idea of a mountain home without the upkeep, maintenance, or commitments that come with one.
How It Works
Visit for a Trial Stay
Spend 2 complimentary nights at Big Ridge to see how it feels.
Join the Club
One simple monthly membership fee covers everything.
Reserve Your Dates
Self-serve reservations in our custom Big Ridge app.
Arrive & Relax
Your property’s cleaned, stocked, and ready when you are.
Simple, All-Inclusive Membership
Most members pay $1,000 per month.
That covers your stays, your lake access, and all on-property amenities. If you need more or less than average Big Ridge member, we can tailor a custom rate for you.
What's Included
- Complimentary 2-night trial stay
- Housekeeping before every arrival
- Kitchen and bath essentials stocked
- High speed Wi-Fi Internet
- Firewood in season
- Boat use on Lake Glenville (May - Sept)
- Trails, fields, and community spaces
- Self-serve reservations with our app
- Hold up to 6 reservations
What's Not Included
- Ownership stake
- Assessments or hidden fees
- Resale pressure
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a timeshare?
No. Big Ridge is a non-equity club, not a timeshare. There’s no ownership stake, no resale pressure, and no long-term commitment. You simply pay a flat monthly fee and enjoy your stays when you like.
How long is my commitment?
Memberships are one year, then month-to-month after that. If you decide after your first visit that Big Ridge isn’t the right fit, we’ll waive the new-member commitment and cancel your membership.
When do payments start?
Your monthly membership fee doesn’t begin until the date of your first visit. You can join now and start reserving dates right away.
How far ahead can I book?
You can reserve dates up to one year in advance.
How long can I stay?
Each reservation can be between two and nine nights.
Do I get boat and lake access?
Yes. Membership includes use of the Big Ridge fleet on nearby Lake Glenville during the summer season.
Can my friends and family use my membership?
Yes. Members can share their stays with close friends or family — just let us know who’ll be visiting. You can even add them as guests in your reservation so everything’s ready when they arrive.
What if I change my mind?
If you join Big Ridge and decide after your first visit that it’s not a fit, just let us know. We’ll waive the new-member commitment and cancel your membership — no hassle, no hard feelings.
We feel so lucky to have found Big Ridge as a home away from home in the mountains of North Carolina.
Latest News & Updates
New Property Map of Big Ridge
April 8, 2026Not quite to scale, but something close.
Building a fire (new and improved version)
April 1, 2026Here’s a short tutorial on laying a fire. The last one was really long, had a lot of brilliant exposition, and attracted too much commentary about how I was long-winded and no one had time for all that. So here you go! The short version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmuJbJMZs7k One piece of fat wood, two tiny logs, four regular logs, one match, and…
Orchard update and more greenhouse progress pictures
March 1, 2026A few months ago, I shared a bit about Big Ridge agriculture. Here's a small update on our progress. The greenhouse is coming along: We've been expanding the orchard. This spring we added five cold-tolerant peach trees, plus a Keiffer pear and a Rabun Bald apple. So in addition to the two ancient June apple trees (that are approaching their…