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

57 Wood Rose Lane
$195,000
Subdivision:
4200329
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You can feel the LOVE as you pull in the drive of 57 Wood Rose Lane! This cozy, updated 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home perched in a serene setting is the perfect place for landing in Leicester, only 25 mins to AVL. This home has just over 1 acre of private, usable land, unobstructed year-round views, a backyard tropical oasis w/ hot tub, newly planted native paw paw trees, drip irrigation in the front and back, yoga deck, expansive outdoor deck space, root cellar, greenhouse, and multiple outbuilding spaces - overall, fantastic energy! Enjoy the views from the generous windows in the living room area, equipped with exterior UV shades as well as interior blinds. Walk-up storage is located above the front deck, and there is no shortage of custom built-in storage throughout the home - open all the cubbies! A new roof was completed in 2018, and the wood burning stove was added in 2023. Come feel all the LOVE in Leicester! Agents- please review agent notes for important showing details.

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - No Show
MLS#:4200329
Price:$195,000
SqFt:1120
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1 full, 1 half
Acreage:1.05
Year Built:2000
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: LOVE Land and Home Inc. - lovelandandhome@gmail.com

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Data updated December 3, 2024.

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