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:
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
191 Ivy Way $950,000 Subdivision: Wolf Laurel  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Perched at 4,100 feet inside Wolf Laurel’s 5,300 acre gated mountain community, 191 Ivy Way delivers the rare WNC combination buyers ask for again and again, year round, long range mountain views and flowing creeks across the property. Backing up to the Pisgah National Forest and set on six contiguous lots totaling 3.4 acres, this private retreat is surrounded by native rhododendron, hardwoods, wildflowers, and the peaceful sound of water below. The four bedroom home is designed for comfortable year round living, with a welcoming foyer opening into a vaulted great room anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Large windows frame layered Blue Ridge views, while the dining area and gourmet island kitchen offer granite countertops, gas range, generous storage, and easy gathering space. The main level includes the primary suite, media room, half bath, office, laundry, and expansive covered decks that live like outdoor rooms. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a full bath, including a bedroom with private balcony overlooking the mountains and creeks. Wraparound decking offers sunny and shaded spaces for morning coffee, evening fire-pit gatherings, and quiet moments in the trees. The oversized two bay garage features higher clearance doors for larger vehicles, plus room for a workshop or game area, complete with a wood stove for winter months. One bedroom with ensuite full bath and bonus room provide flexible overflow guest space. Furnishings convey for an easy turnkey handoff. Equity Village Club Membership conveys, offering access to the pool, pickleball, tennis, sports courts, playground, pavilion, stocked trout pond, and event center. Optional Wolf Laurel Country Club membership adds the beautiful 5 star golf course, dining, bar, 24 hr fitness center, and club amenities. Enjoy 50 miles of internal hiking trails, multiple Appalachian Trail access points, Hatley Pointe skiing, Smoke & Timber dining, and the magic of a true high-elevation mountain lifestyle. | Basic Information
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