Leicester

Newfound Rd

Welcome to Leicester

whisper mountain mountain view

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

283 TURKEY CREEK DRIVE # 41
LEICESTER, NC 28748
$299,000
SUBDIVISION: TURKEY CREEK ESTATES
 
Take a trip down Turkey Creek Dr and be greeted by an open floor plan with a spacious family room. Indulge your senses with the look and feel of the live edge wood slab breakfast bar opening to an updated eat-in kitchen. The kitchen flows seamlessly to the back slider door opening to a large, fenced-in, gently sloping backyard. 1.5 acres of land with forestry extending well beyond the fencing, to enjoy privacy and the sounds of nature. Private mudroom with laundry. Relax on the full-length expanded front deck fully accessible with a ramp. This functional three-bedroom split floorplan features an en-suite primary bath which is spacious and private, with a garden tub, shower, and double vanity, while the other bath is down the hall for the other bedrooms. Blending the elements of a tranquil country setting distant enough from the city lights to enjoy a starry night, downtown Asheville is a 25-minute drive away. Practical for daily life, only minutes from grocery, restaurants, and gas.

Homes for Sale in Leicester

108 Martin Branch Road
$620,000
Subdivision:
4177484
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Untouched by the hurricane and nestled in a peaceful country setting with STR potential, you will enjoy gorgeous mountain views and the magic of the fall right from this home. With access to hiking trails and all WNC has to offer. Just 15 minutes away from Asheville and incredibly close to shops and restaurants. Featuring new floors, new paint inside and out, new insulation in the attic and crawl space, 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, a gorgeous kitchen, a fantastic living room, a sunroom for your morning or evening leisure. The many windows all around the home and 2 skylights naturally bring the outdoor sunshine into the home. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace during cold fall and winter nights or reading a book on the front or back porch and plant your favorite flowers in the beautiful flat yard. Enjoy peace of mind with a whole-house generator installed right by the 2 car garage. This home is an open canvas for your imagination and ready for you to make it your home sweet home.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4177484
Price:$620,000
SqFt:1778
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full
Acreage:0.68
Year Built:1992
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Nest Realty Asheville - antonio.garcia@nestrealty.com

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