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
54 Mountain Shadows Drive $1,650,000 Subdivision: Mountain Shadows  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||
| Views That Redefine What Home Means. Properties like this simply don't come around anymore. Set against a backdrop of sweeping, unobstructed Blue Ridge Mountain vistas, this fully reimagined residence offers something increasingly rare in WNC. It's a premier view lot paired with true luxury finishes, delivered without compromise. Built in 2007 and recently transformed with a brand new, top-to-bottom remodel, this beautiful residence blends modern luxury with warm, functional living. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a spacious open floor plan that flows seamlessly. Perfect for both lively entertaining and quiet family time. The chef's kitchen is anchored by a full commercial-grade Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance suite, setting the tone for the caliber of finishes found throughout. Refinished hardwood floors flow through an open, light-filled floor plan designed for effortless entertaining. Every bathroom has been completely upgraded with elevated, spa-inspired finishes. Four bedrooms and three full baths offer the flexibility whether for guests, a private office, or multigenerational living. But the real heart of the home extends outdoors. The covered porch invites you to live outside as much as inside, taking in those incredible views in any weather. The beautiful backyard is already landscaped and features a garden ready for your homegrown vegetables or flowers. Between the mountain air, the privacy, and the scenery, you’ll find yourself wanting to host every gathering here. In a world where great lots are disappearing, this one remains a rare treasure. And that view, it simply doesn’t exist elsewhere. Come see it for yourself. This isn’t just a house. It’s the view you’ve been dreaming of, finally available for the first time. | Basic Information
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