Leicester
Newfound RdWelcome to Leicester
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
Leicester, NC 28748
For the first time, this cherished one-owner family property is available, offering breathtaking mountain views and the option for additional pasture. Awaken to sunrises that stop you in your tracks. Where deer and wild turkeys wander. Inside, enjoy a new kitchen for cooking and gathering, complemented by a covered back patio off the formal dining room. All bathrooms have been fully updated, and the primary suite opens to a new private deck; the perfect place to take in the mountain horizon in solitude. Natural light fills the living spaces, while a fully finished basement apartment with new kitchen and bonus room adds versatility for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or income-producing short-term rentals. Two attached garages and a workshop. Outside, the land invites possibility. Open fields, big sky, room for gardens, livestock, or additional homes. Nestled in peaceful Leicester. Minutes from Asheville yet a world away, this property is more than a home. It’s a rare legacy, ready for its next chapter.
Homes for Sale in Leicester
38 Cane Brook Drive $1,395,000 Subdivision: Poplar Hills  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||
| Welcome to this STUNNING custom-built home being offered for the first time on the market and priced BELOW appraisal value, creating a rare opportunity to own this exceptional property at an outstanding price! Thoughtfully designed with quality craftsmanship throughout, this beautiful property has been meticulously maintained by one owner and features main-level living with a newly updated kitchen, expansive living spaces, and year-round mountain VIEWS! The fully finished basement provides an incredible additional living space, complete with its own kitchen, an additional 14’x45’ 2-car garage, and separate entrance. This flexible area offers excellent potential for a private guest suite, multi-generational living, home office space, or possible short or long-term rental opportunity. The main level offers two primary bedrooms, a gorgeous office space, inviting gathering areas, and a layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the best of both worlds of being located just 15 minutes to Downtown Asheville, yet still having the quiet, peaceful feeling of being away from the city. Surrounded by a tranquil setting, you can enjoy privacy and serenity while still being close to all of Asheville’s restaurants, shops, entertainment, and attractions. With its private estate-like property, custom construction, spacious design, finished lower level, and exceptional amenities, this remarkable home offers a unique opportunity to enjoy luxury living with endless possibilities! | Basic Information
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