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
300 Green Meadow Lane $665,000 Subdivision: Dogwood Heights  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| If you've been dreaming of the perfect Western North Carolina mountain home, this is the one you've been waiting for! Nestled among the trees on 2.43 acres with breathtaking long-range mountain views, this exceptional 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the peaceful mountain lifestyle buyers are searching for when relocating to Asheville and the surrounding communities. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel transported to your own private retreat, where every detail is designed to embrace the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The expansive covered front porch is the showpiece of the home, offering panoramic mountain vistas and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring the outdoors in. Enjoy morning coffee surrounded by nature, spend afternoons watching the seasons change across the ridgelines, and end your day in the gazebo perched above the home, perfectly positioned to capture unforgettable sunset views. Inside, the spacious open-concept floor plan is ideal for gathering with family and friends. The living room, dining area, and kitchen flow seamlessly together around a modern fireplace, creating the warm mountain ambiance everyone envisions for their dream home in the mountains. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while the oversized primary suite offers a luxurious escape with a spa-like bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. The lower level adds incredible flexibility with a fully equipped second living space featuring high ceilings, large windows, interior and exterior access, separate parking, a covered patio, kitchen, and bath. Whether you're looking for a private guest suite, multigenerational living arrangement, mother-in-law quarters, short-term rental potential, home office, recreation room, or media space, this area offers endless possibilities. Additional features include a 2-10 structural defect warranty that transfers to buyer at closing good till 2030. The home has durable hardboard siding, a composition shingle roof, an oversized two-car garage with workshop and storage space, a electric vehicle charger station and a greenhouse with power for year-round gardening enthusiasts. Located just minutes from downtown Mars Hill, you'll enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shops, and community events, while also being near Mars Hill Elementary School, Bailey Mountain Preserve, the Greenway, and Mars Hill University. For added convenience, the new AdventHealth hospital currently under construction in Weaverville is approximately 12 minutes away, while Asheville's vibrant dining, arts, and outdoor recreation scene remains within easy reach. Rarely does a property combine privacy, views, versatility, and convenience so effortlessly. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, mountain getaway, multigenerational home, or relocation destination near Asheville, this remarkable property delivers the mountain lifestyle you've always imagined. | Basic Information
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