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.

Looking to explore the area but need to bring your pup? Check out these dog friendly rentals in the area: https://www.bringfido.com/lodging/rentals/city/leicester-nc-us/

 

With the Blue Ridge Parkway 20 minutes away, you have access to over a hundred trails with varying difficulties and views.

Featured Listing

FREEMONT DRIVE # 80
LEICESTER, NC 28748
$139,000
SUBDIVISION: WHISPER MOUNTAIN
 
Easy to build, shovel-ready site with breathtaking mountain views in Whisper Mountain, an environmentally conscious community. With only 55 homesites on 450 acres of land focusing on an active lifestyle centered around nature, you won’t find another community like this one. Visit the Lodge, crafted from hemlock timbers, fully furnished with modern conveniences such as chess and pool table, stone fireplace, full kitchen and dining for entertaining, fully equipped exercise room, sauna, and multiple decks with long-range and valley views. Within the gated community FIBER LINES ARE ACTIVE AND HIGH INTERNET SPEED IS AVAILABLE, as well as gardens, gazebos, waterfalls, flowing creeks, and streams, and preserved land with miles of hiking trails. Take a scenic drive of fewer than 20 miles to Asheville and experience Western North Carolina’s largest and most eclectic city blossoming with breweries, restaurants, and art galleries. This lot is situated in a premier location and is easy to access.

Homes for Sale in Leicester

1206 Alexander Road
$449,000
Subdivision:
4090153
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Timeless brick rancher, nestled in a peaceful country setting surrounded by long range mountain views and over an acre of open cleared land-great for a multitude of uses. Enjoy a quite simple life away from the hustle and bustle of the city, yet still have the convenience to all things Asheville. This lovely home has been well loved & cared for over the years. It has a brand new well & septic. Inside you'll find a warm & welcoming feeling with beautiful natural light & mountain views that fill the windows. Features include beautiful hardwood floors throughout, cozy fireplace in the living room, abundant cabinetry in the oversized kitchen that flows into a cozy family room w/a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, 3 beds/2 baths, massive basement that could easily be finished for more living space, 2-car garage on the main level, 1-car garage in the basement, 22x48 outbuilding with endless potential, large rear patio & so much more! Hurry, this won't last long!

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - Show
MLS#:4090153
Price:$449,000
SqFt:1828
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full
Acreage:1.1
Year Built:1954
Type:Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Keller Williams Professionals - Marie@MarieReedTeam.com

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