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

435 N N Turkey Creek Road
$2,650,000
Subdivision:
4199119
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Looking for large acreage of improved land? How about 83+ acres offering a home, a guest cottage, a container home, a blend of pasture and forest with magnificent views?! This beautiful property has been lovingly remastered into a sustainably upfitted permaculture dream. The main 2/2 home walks out to raised-bed gardens and a greenhouse. A 1/1 cottage oversees the front pasture housing alpacas and has been a successful ecotourism STR. Fantastic new road winds along creeks as it takes you to the back pastures and forests. Discover several potential homesites with huge views, spring waters, caves, rock outcroppings and old hardwoods. A brand new 1/1 container home is set in place atop a knoll and is ready for hook-up. The land offers joy rides on foot or ATV on trails through the woods, pastures, and along the lower creek. This property is perfect for an estate, retreat and event center; Zoned "open use with multiple units," future development of cabins is also a great fit.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4199119
Price:$2,650,000
SqFt:1456
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3 full
Acreage:83.56
Year Built:1990
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Keller Williams Professionals - katie.rice@kw.com

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