Union Acres Community was founded in 1989 in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina. We are located one hour west of Asheville near Cherokee in the riverside town of Whittier adjacent to Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

Our community is made up of 80 acres set aside for about 20 residential dwellings on individually-owned one to five acre lots. Seven acres of common land include woodlands, nature trails, a creek, a community center, picnic shelter, swimming pool, organic gardening space, and lovely meadow.

Union Acres is ecologically friendly, based upon principles of earth stewardship, simplicity, and wholesome living. Our stated purpose is "to live as neighbors in peace, harmony and ecological balance; to respect one another and all forms of life." We presently have about 15 households in the subdivision with others waiting to build. There is a diversity of ages, interests, and occupations among residents here. We have retired folks as well as young families with children. Occupations include teachers, nurses, medical doctors, carpenters, and more.

Neighbors come together for monthly business meetings, frequent potluck meals, workparties, birthday parties, and seasonal celebrations. We seek people who are cooperative in nature and are willing to actively participate in community affairs, work, and play.