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: Bring Fido

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

22 Frannys Farm Road
$1,200,000
Subdivision:
4235199
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Active farm with versatile ground-floor event space/studio. Seven (7) unique structures offer short-term accommodations, sharing a commercial kitchen with ADA-compliant bathrooms and showers. Ideal for events, rentals, or communal living. A covered porch overlooks a pond, gazebo, boulder fire pit, rolling grounds, fenced pastures, and raised beds. Living area features open layout, soaring ceilings, and Post and Beam construction. Ground floor is a spacious, airy room with tall French doors at both ends. An open bar creates a kitchen/serving area. Total of 26 acres: 18.53 acres of rolling, fenced pasture plus 7.49 wooded acres with ridge views and private Kerr Rd. access—ideal for a homesite or future build. BONUS: Gardener’s shed, tractor barn, goat barn, chicken coop, office, parking. Great live/work opportunity. Agricultural tax credit in place. Licensed NC farm. A 10 Bedroom septic is installed below the Kitchen bath house building for expansion.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4235199
Price:$1,200,000
SqFt:3500
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full
Acreage:26
Year Built:2013
Type:Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Trailblazer Realty LLC - DeanAVLMarketplace@gmail.com

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