Mars Hill
North CarolinaWelcome to Mars Hill
Mars Hill is a town located 15 miles due north of Asheville with an elevation of 2,310 feet. It is home to Mars Hill University, a private, liberal arts college with just over a thousand undergraduate students. The town has a rich music history as it was the birthplace of Bascom Lamar Lunsford, the “Minstrel of the Appalachians.â€
There are several great food options downtown! Start your morning off right with a delectable simple black coffee, a fancy espresso, some fruity tea or a refreshing smoothie, with your pastry from Camden’s Coffee House. Or gather with friends and family to enjoy a cold beer, live music or a movie at Mars Theatre Brewing Company at the Mars Hill Theatre. This renovated theatre boasts an impressive selection of brews and makes some excellent dishes including pulled-pork sandwiches and nacho platters!
There are tons of great hikes just minutes from downtown! Check out this list thanks to AllTrails.
Take a day trip to Hot Springs Resort and Spa. They feature jetted hot tubs, positioned outside along the banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River; tubs are supplied with a continuous flow of World Famous Natural Hot Mineral Waters.
Want to stay around town and enjoy some live music? Check out this event calendar!
Planning to stay a while? Check out these farmers markets and stock your pantry with local produce and products.
Featured Listing:
144 HONEY LANE
MARS HILL, NC 28754
$349,000
This private, dreamy home set amongst rolling pastures and long-range mountain vistas provides convenience to downtown Mars Hill with a rural experience. One-level living with several accessibility features such as grab bars, and a deck ramp make this a home run for everyone. This property checks so many boxes, which is what makes it so magical. The covered rocking chair back deck offers ample outdoor space to enjoy time with family and friends. The view is so incredible and private, you’ll want to make a postcard out of it. Minutes from Main Street, a dream-find for Nature Lovers seeking the pleasures of city life! Don’t forget to explore the standing crawlspace and attic, both offering plenty of additional storage space. This one-owner home with impeccable maintenance history is now available for the first time available ever! Ask for details on the list of upgrades. Make it yours today. Only 30 minutes from the well-known town of Asheville.
MARS HILL, NC 28754
$349,000
This private, dreamy home set amongst rolling pastures and long-range mountain vistas provides convenience to downtown Mars Hill with a rural experience. One-level living with several accessibility features such as grab bars, and a deck ramp make this a home run for everyone. This property checks so many boxes, which is what makes it so magical. The covered rocking chair back deck offers ample outdoor space to enjoy time with family and friends. The view is so incredible and private, you’ll want to make a postcard out of it. Minutes from Main Street, a dream-find for Nature Lovers seeking the pleasures of city life! Don’t forget to explore the standing crawlspace and attic, both offering plenty of additional storage space. This one-owner home with impeccable maintenance history is now available for the first time available ever! Ask for details on the list of upgrades. Make it yours today. Only 30 minutes from the well-known town of Asheville.
Homes for Sale in Mars Hill
115 Mountainside Lane $990,000 Complex: Mountainside Townhomes  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||
| Experience refined mountain living at 4,500 feet elevation in this turnkey 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom fully furnished Mountainside Townhome inside the gates of Wolf Laurel Resort—a private, year-round, gated mountain community less than 35 minutes from Asheville, Johnson City, Burnsville, and Weaverville. Resort-style amenities are within walking distance, including the Wolf Laurel Country Club, Fitness Center, and Golf Course. Offering 3,199 sq ft of beautifully finished living space with four fireplaces, an attached two-car garage, and two expansive 488 sq ft decks—one featuring a hot tub and the other a swing bed—this residence combines high-elevation comfort with luxury design. An additional 845 sq ft unfinished basement with 12’8†ceilings offers exceptional potential for expanded living space or an impressive wine cellar. The entrance level features a welcoming living room, kitchen, and dining area, along with the primary suite, which includes an en-suite bath, two closets, and direct access to the main deck overlooking panoramic long-range mountain views. Upstairs, the second level offers another living area, a second bedroom with en-suite bath, and a third bedroom with a full bath for family or guests. Two large bonus rooms add valuable flexibility—one currently used as a media and office space, and another as a private workout and music room. Both could serve as additional bedrooms, hobby spaces, or multipurpose flex areas, offering versatile options for future owners. The second level also provides access to the upper deck from three rooms, where the swing bed invites you to unwind and enjoy cool mountain breezes. The gourmet kitchen features premium appliances, including a SubZero refrigerator/freezer, WOLF gas range and oven, and dual BOSCH dishwashers. A steam shower, updated lighting, and fine finishes throughout add a touch of understated luxury to this move-in-ready home. This end-unit townhome enjoys exceptional privacy, with no neighbor on one side, and the property extends to the cul-de-sac. Step onto your decks to enjoy all-season mountain views—spectacular in winter, lush in summer, and vibrant during fall foliage. The attached two-car garage provides secure parking and extra storage—another rare and valuable feature within Wolf Laurel’s mountain terrain. Connected to community sewer service, a rare amenity in Wolf Laurel where most homes rely on septic systems, this property offers low-maintenance convenience and long-term value. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the home’s direct access to the Wolf Laurel Nature Trail, which connects to the Appalachian Trail just a short walk away, plus miles of biking and hiking trails throughout the resort. The upcoming Hatley Pointe Adventure Bike Park, opening in 2026, will further enhance the area’s appeal to cyclists and adventurers. The Wolf Laurel Country Club is a private, member-owned club featuring a world-class chef, full bar, and extensive wine list, offering fine dining with breathtaking mountain views. The resort provides year-round recreation including Hatley Pointe Ski Resort, golf, tennis, heated seasonal pool, pickleball, stocked trout pond, hiking, and equestrian facilities, all surrounded by thousands of acres of protected wilderness and Pisgah National Forest. The home’s proximity to Hatley Pointe’s Smoke & Timber Restaurant—just a short drive inside the gated Wolf Laurel Resort community—provides convenient, year-round dining and a welcoming gathering place for residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or income-producing investment, this Mountainside Townhome at 4,500 feet elevation delivers an unmatched combination of luxury, location, and high-elevation adventure within one of Western North Carolina’s most desirable gated communities. | Basic Information
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