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

66 Lawson Ridge Road
$760,000
Subdivision: Lawson Ridge
4258146
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How about a modern, spacious, light-filled, and fully appointed home on close to an acre with year around distant mountain views? Conveniently located right off of New Leicester Hwy, this home ticks some major boxes; lovely high quality laminate wood floors, huge kitchen with white cabinets, quartz countertops, an island, main level primary suite with an awesome primary bath, a real laundry room, a great office or studio, huge bonus room, covered front and back patios and loads of natural light in this open, airy space. Bonuses include a low maintenance exterior, large, powered shed with an overhead door, room for gardening, private well with filtration, and septic; no water/sewer bills. The home is luxurious and stylish, with modern LED lighting fixtures, dual task and nightlight recessed cans, keypad door and garage entry, modern fireplace and oversized rooms and passageways. HOA fees only cover the private roads. This is one that needs to be seen, so book your appointment today!

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4258146
Price:$760,000
SqFt:2919
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full, 1 half
Acreage:0.9
Year Built:2018
Type:Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Redfin Corporation - k.lee.smith@redfin.com

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