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
535 Freemont Drive $1,150,000 Subdivision: Whisper Mountain  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Here at The Skyward House, you’ll find a refined mountain home crafted with intention by Jade Mountain Builders and surrounded by layered views of the Blue Ridge. Follow the winding 2-lane mountain road through the gates of Whisper Mountain, where the scenery grows more extraordinary with every turn. Here, layers of mountain peaks stretch across the horizon and the beauty of Western NC becomes part of your everyday life. Set within a conservation-minded community, this custom home celebrates the mountains through extraordinary craftsmanship and a thoughtful connection to its surroundings. Locally milled wood from multiple species harvested on the property brings warmth to the interiors, complemented by wood flooring, solid-core tall doors, distinctive architectural details, a welcoming stone propane fireplace and 2 car garage. The chef's kitchen is a showpiece, featuring granite countertops and a custom mountain-range backsplash that pays tribute to the mountains. An office nook with a live-edge slab desk offers views and a pantry. The home is handicap accessible, featuring two private bedroom suites on the main level, plus an additional upstairs suite with its own sink and bar. Each bedroom enjoys a private full bathroom. The mountains invite you to linger over morning coffee while enjoying a beautiful east-facing sunrise on the covered decks. A propane fire feature, beautifully appointed with granite and natural stone, anchors the outdoor living space, creating the perfect setting for intimate gatherings and cool mountain evenings. Furnishings are available, making this an appealing turnkey mountain retreat. Whisper Mountain offers a lifestyle rooted in nature, with preserved green spaces, scenic hiking trails, spring-fed creeks, waterfalls, community parks, and the magnificent Sky Valley Lodge. With gated entry and paved mountain access, this is country living with intention and refinement. | Basic Information
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