Leicester
Newfound RdWelcome to Leicester
Only 20 minutes to Downtown Asheville, Leicester is a beautiful area with many properties tucked away amongst the fields and mountains. Avid lovers of nature are moving here based on the proximity to mountain trails and the outstanding mountain views.
When we think of Leicester, we think of rolling hills, farm country, and peaceful rural living. On your way to Leicester stop in to Sawhorse restaurant for a bite to eat. Take a sunday drive and explore the unbelievable countryside and mountain views in Sandy Mush. This area is ideal for homesteading. Cattle are abundant. There are beautiful neighborhoods tucked away in Leicester like Whisper Mountain and Blue Mist Farms. While offering privacy and the country living experience, Leicester is only a short drive to downtown Asheville but on the way you’ll find anything you could need. Great grocery stores, restaurants, gas, and even everyday conveniences like Dunkin’ Donuts. It’s the perfect blend of country living and practical daily life.
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With the Blue Ridge Parkway 20 minutes away, you have access to over a hundred trails with varying difficulties and views.
Featured Listing
Leicester, NC 28748
For the first time, this cherished one-owner family property is available, offering breathtaking mountain views and the option for additional pasture. Awaken to sunrises that stop you in your tracks. Where deer and wild turkeys wander. Inside, enjoy a new kitchen for cooking and gathering, complemented by a covered back patio off the formal dining room. All bathrooms have been fully updated, and the primary suite opens to a new private deck; the perfect place to take in the mountain horizon in solitude. Natural light fills the living spaces, while a fully finished basement apartment with new kitchen and bonus room adds versatility for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or income-producing short-term rentals. Two attached garages and a workshop. Outside, the land invites possibility. Open fields, big sky, room for gardens, livestock, or additional homes. Nestled in peaceful Leicester. Minutes from Asheville yet a world away, this property is more than a home. It’s a rare legacy, ready for its next chapter.
Homes for Sale in Leicester
101 Balsamwood Road $890,000 Subdivision: Moores Valley  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Nestled within the gated community of Moores Valley, 101 Balsamwood Road offers an elevated Western North Carolina lifestyle surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. This distinctive 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence encompasses approximately 2,390 square feet across two thoughtfully designed levels, with an emphasis on comfortable living, quality materials, and durability. The main level welcomes you with an elegant and functional open flow between the kitchen, dining, and living spaces, complemented by a convenient laundry room and half bath. Rich, real hardwood floors and the heated tile floors in all the bathrooms bring warmth and timeless character throughout the living areas, and aluminum-clad windows provide durability and a refined architectural aesthetic. Upstairs, the private bedroom level features three bedrooms and two full baths. The primary bedroom enjoys direct access to one of the home's multiple outdoor living spaces—a second-floor balcony offering beautiful mountain views and an exceptional place to begin the day or unwind in the evening. Outdoor living extends throughout the home, with a spacious rear deck an additional side balcony, creating multiple vantage points for enjoying the surrounding landscape. Whether entertaining guests, savoring a quiet morning coffee, or simply taking in the changing mountain scenery, the home's design makes the outdoors an integral part of everyday living. An insulated basement adds versatile space for storage, a workshop, recreation, or future possibilities, while the two-car garage provides ample room for vehicles and additional storage. Enjoy the peaceful mountain setting while remaining conveniently located close to the Asheville area. With its spacious floor plan, multiple outdoor living spaces, quality finishes, mountain views, and versatile basement, 101 Balsamwood Road offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Western North Carolina living. | Basic Information
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