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

37 Haden Drive
$299,999
Subdivision: One Oak Estates
4243437
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Welcome home to true mountain living! This beautifully maintained and updated spacious home sits on a generous 1.02AC lot. Currently has two fenced portions of the lot and one section that is not fenced, has an RV pad and 50AMP electrical panel! Use the fenced areas as you wish! One for the dogs or a garden and one for relaxing around the fire pit. Enjoy the gorgeous mountain views from the back deck! Inside you will find an open floor plan which includes a family room, living room with fireplace, large kitchen with an island and work space/area and a huge walk in pantry, laundry room, primary bedroom with a large en suite bathroom. Split floor plan offers three additional bedrooms, one Jack and Jill bath between two of the bedrooms and one guest/hall bath adjoining the laundry/kitchen area! This home is a quick 25 minutes to DT Asheville, 15 minutes to grocery, 20 minutes to DT Marshall, and close to hiking trails and all that nature has to offer!

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - No Show
MLS#:4243437
Price:$299,999
SqFt:2066
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:3 full
Acreage:1.02
Year Built:2002
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Keller Williams Professionals - reneeseigler@gmail.com

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