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I would agree on most of this except being a really good mix of people... it leans heavily to the right. The downtown is quaint and draws lots of tourists. Also, LOTS of outdoor activities ranging from challenging to easy. My vote for favorite Western NC town is Brevard. While still in the mountains, it is relatively flat. Lots of breweries, great outdoor stuff, nice downtown, good bike trails, and an easy drive to Asheville.
We've not been here that long. So it's possible my view is skewed by the folks we've met. But yeah. I have to remember this is the place that elected madison cawthorn.