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

27 Justice Drive
$669,000
Subdivision: Mountain View Acres
4102294
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Back on Market with a Brand New Roof. This dream property offers majestic mountain views and feelings of serenity from the wrap around porch. On entrance the unique wooden staircase immediately catches your attention and welcomes you into the cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace. Open concept main floor has a dining area that accesses the screened in porch, ideal for outdoor dining/entertaining, with close proximity to the kitchen. The flex room has a lot of natural light that could be used as an office, study or play/music room. The bedrooms provide ample space and walk in closets. The family room has a wood burning stove for added warmth and spaciousness for movie and game nights. The circular driveway offers extra parking with easy in and out access. The backyard has additional acreage for trails or gardening. Located less than 12 miles to Downtown Asheville and less than 25 minutes to Weaverville. Seller offers $3000 Closing Cost Credit at Settlement with agreed contract.

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - Show
MLS#:4102294
Price:$669,000
SqFt:2613
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3 full
Acreage:3.48
Year Built:1991
Type:Single Family Residence

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VERIFICATION:What day comes BEFORE Thursday?
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Listing courtesy of: Mountain Oak Properties - christy@mountainoakproperties.com

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