Leicester

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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.

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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

36 Brooks Branch Road
Leicester, NC 28748
$649,500

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

99 Margaret Drive
$1,375,000
Subdivision: Wild Turkey Cove
4286012
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Discover refined mountain living on over 90 acres of unspoiled natural beauty. This fully furnished estate offers sweeping mountain views, multiple living areas, and both upstairs and downstairs kitchens—ideal for hosting or multi-generational living. A private sauna provides a luxurious retreat after days spent exploring the expansive grounds. Designed with understated elegance and timeless comfort, the home has been a beloved vacation rental, thoughtfully maintained and ready for immediate enjoyment or continued investment. With its rare combination of privacy, scale, and flexibility, this property is a true legacy offering in an unparalleled setting. PLEASE NO DRIVE-BYS WITHOUT APPT. ENTRANCE IS GATED.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4286012
Price:$1,375,000
SqFt:4167
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:4 full, 1 half
Acreage:97.14
Year Built:1997
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Abode Realty Group LLC - blakesellshouses@gmail.com

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Data updated October 12, 2025.

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