Moore County
It's all here! Moore County is the Gem of the Sandhills. It is not just the Golfing Capital of the South, but it is also Horse Country. And with artist communities, recreational opportunities, premier health care, quality schools, and a wide vareity of business and shopping opportunities within its quaint towns, Moore County is simple living.
- Pinehurst has world-renowned golf courses and facilities and a Village with old New England charm. The quiet and tranquil atmosphere make Pinehurst a wonderful place to live. http://www.villageofpinehurst.org/
- Southern Pines is located on the fringe of the Piedmont section of the North Carolina. The town is made up of two sides, one on each side of a rail road track. Both sides of the town boast quaint shops and wonderful restaurants and cafes where you and stop for a rest while exploring the rest of the town. http://www.southernpines.net/
- Aberdeen is the delight of railroad buffs, historians, artists and golfers. Aberdeen's historic district is located off U.S. Highway 1 and N.C. Highway 5 and its National Register historic district features antiques, collectibles, art exhibits, unique gift shops and cafes. http://townofaberdeen.net/
- Robbins is and is the annual site of the Mid Atlantic Star Party, a regional gathering of amateur astronomers. It is also
the hometown to two famous folks; the late Charles E. Brady, NASA astronaut of STS-78 space shuttle mission in 1996. and former North Carolina senator and 2004 Democratic vice-presidential candidate John Edwards. http://www.townofrobbins.com/
- Carthage
is the oldest town in Moore County, serving as the county seat of government. Carthage boasts an impressive Historic District, including more than 50 buildings and structures, some of which are dated to the pre-Civil War period.
- Foxfire Village was incorporated in 1977, and had its beginnings as a golf resort. Located four miles west of Pinehurst, this little Village surrounds two 18-hole championship golf courses.
- West End / Seven Lakes is a premier residential community located next to the tiny town of West End. Nestled among the stately pines and rolling terrain of North Carolina's Sandhills region it is a gated community with a mix of working parents and active retirees. http://www.sevenlakesnc.org/
- Raeford / Hoke County is situated right next to Fort Bragg and the Fayetteville are. The level of growth and development has been great in the past 20 years. As a rural area, many Fort Bragg soldiers and families with employment in Fayetteville are calling this area home to stay near enough to the city, but far enough for raising a quiet family or retirement. http://raefordcity.org or http://www.hokecounty.net/
Fort Bragg and BRAC
With Moore County nestled right next to Fort Bragg and Fayetteville in North Carolina, it's no wonder that Moore County is becoming home to Fort Bragg's soldiers.
With the Base Realignment and Consolidation Act, even more military families will be moving into the Fort Bragg area. Moore County has plenty of room, and welcomes our nation's protective forces with open arms.
Below are some links for military families who may be considering moving to the Moore County area:
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Golf
The Sandhills area is home to 43 of the finest North Carolina golf courses, all within a 15 mile radius! It's all here, start planning today!
Horses
There is a large equine community in the Sandhills area of Moore County that provides equestrian living at its finest. All kinds of equine activities are available to participate in, including driving, dressage, fox hunting ,and hunt trials, and pleasure riding. Moore County's mild climate and excellent sand footing makes the Southern Pines, Pinehurst and surround area horse farms an ideal place for top horsemen and horsewomen from all over.
Art
Enjoy special museum visits, attend acclaimed musical and theatrical performances, visit artists’ homes and studios, and enjoy points of cultural interest and unique experiences in Moore County. For more information, see: http://www.mooreart.org |
