5 things you don’t want to miss on Monte Sano, one of Huntsville’s most beautiful neighborhoods

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Monte Sano, the “Mountain of Health,” has enchanted Huntsville residents and visitors alike for hundreds of years now. But, what’s it really like to live there?

We chatted with RealtySouth agent Haley Temple to find out. Read on for the 5 things you don’t want to miss.

1. Monte Sano State Park

Though it’s known for great hiking and mountain biking, Monte Sano State Park is far more than just trails.

Make use of the park’s camping options by bringing an RV, booking a campground or renting a cabin for a weekend. Or, stop in for a day trip—admission is $5 per adult and $2 for children under 12, seniors and active duty military. Yearly passes are also available for purchase.

Plus, admission also gives you access to the park’s other attractions, including:

• Shows at the Wernher Von Braun Planetarium, every Saturday night at 7:30PM
• Entrance to the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum + Memorial
• Access to the North Alabama Japanese Garden + Tea House

Find the park at 5105 Nolen Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801.

2. Monte Sano Art Festival

Arts Huntsville’s biggest fall event, Monte Sano Arts Festival, is a perfect opportunity to get to know some of Huntsville’s most talented residents in one of the most beautiful spots in town. Here are the details for this year’s event:

• When: Saturday, September 10, 9AM-5PM + Sunday, September 11, 9AM-4PM
• Where: Monte Sano State Park, 5105 Nolen Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Preview this year’s exhibiting artists

3-4. Events at Burritt on the Mountain

Burritt on the Mountain is a living history museum that hosts events for all ages all year round. Here are a couple that we recommend:

3. Cocktails at the View

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I finally got to visit Cocktails at the View this summer, and it was a perfect way to spend Hump Day in Huntsville. Admission is free to this event at Burritt on the Mountain, and drinks and refreshments are available for purchase onsite.

Catch the event every Wednesday April-October from 5-8PM.

4. Burritt’s Oktoberfest Dinner

Looking for an authentic Oktoberfest celebration? Burritt’s got you covered this year with their Oktoberfest dinner on September 15, featuring a German buffet and one of the best views in town.

• When: September 15, 6-8PM
• Where: Burritt on the Mountain, 3101 Burritt Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Get tickets

5. Mountain peace + downtown convenience

There’s little to no commerce on top of the mountain, but you can still find all the conveniences of a close-knit community. In addition to the state park and cute homes, the neighborhood has:

• 2 churches
• A fire station
• An elementary school
• The Little Green Store, an art gallery + shop

Plus, a 10-minute drive gets you right to the heart of Downtown Huntsville.

BONUS: Market stats

Haley gave us some insight into what the Monte Sano real estate market looks like, too. Here’s what she told us:

• The average home sale price is $494,000.
  • The lowest sale price was $220,000, while the highest was $908,000.
• 20 homes have sold on Monte Sano in the last year.

Reach out to RealtySouth for help finding your next home sweet home. 256.489.0364 | Website

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