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
51 Airport Road $2,750,000 Subdivision: Wolf Ridge  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||
| FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET! This extraordinary custom-built mountain retreat showcases impressive 14-inch lodgepole pine construction, soaring cathedral ceilings, expansive interior log accents, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that perfectly frame breathtaking long-range mountain vistas! Privately situated on more than two south-facing acres, the home is bathed in natural light and offers unparalleled panoramic views with unforgettable sunsets enjoyed year-round. The open-concept main level is designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining, featuring a chef's kitchen, spacious dining room, spectacular two-story great room anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone-stacked fireplace, powder room, laundry room, and an elegant primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath boasting a Jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, and radiant heated floors. Perched above the great room, a loft-style office overlooks the living space and adjoins a second primary suite featuring an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. The opposite wing of the upper level offers two additional bedrooms, two full baths, a sitting area, and generous storage space, providing privacy and comfort for family and guests. The welcoming lower level is truly an entertainer's dream, featuring a spacious recreation room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, pool table, custom bar adorned with live-edge countertops, full bath, media room, exercise room with half bath, and a relaxing sauna. French doors open to a private covered patio, tranquil pond with fountain and a cozy outdoor fire pit. Outdoor living is equally impressive. The expansive wraparound deck captures endless mountain views and provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining, evening cocktails, and nightly stargazing. Additional highlights include a covered front entry, an octagonal gazebo housing a hot tub, and a custom spiral staircase with artisan-crafted railing. A TRUE HAVEN OF SERENITY, this remarkable property is located just moments from the new Hatley Pointe ski lifts and the Wolf Laurel clubhouse, while remaining only ten minutes from I-26 and approximately fifteen minutes from grocery shopping. Ideally situated, enjoy scenic four-lane drives of approximately 35 minutes to either Asheville, North Carolina, or Johnson City, Tennessee, offering the perfect balance of mountain seclusion and everyday convenience. | Basic Information
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