Leicester

Newfound Rd

Welcome to Leicester

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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

21 Wild Pine Court
$1,650,000
Subdivision:
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Stunning, first time on the market home with multiple structures. 21 Wild Pine features easy flowing layout with an abundance of natural light illuminating neutral tones of the interior. Tastefully designed with quality in mind. This home offers many other rooms that could be utilized as an office, gym, or theater. Get inspired by the peaceful setting of this location and turn one of the rooms into an art studio! Invite your visitors from the guest house for a sauna night! Or live in the main house and rent/str the guest house. Storage is plentiful as in addition to the attached garage, this property also features an on slab 25x42 garage with its own electrical meter. The coziness of 13 Wild Pine will make you feel right at home with a thoughtful layout to maximize space. This two bedroom guest house definetly feels bigger for its size. The options are endless in use and income producing options!

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4263038
Price:$1,650,000
SqFt:5100
Bedrooms:5
Bathrooms:5 full, 1 half
Acreage:1.72
Year Built:2019
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Black Tie Properties, LLC - blacktiepropertiesnc@gmail.com

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