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
649 Upper Bailey Branch Road $735,000 Subdivision:  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||
| Many Upgrades. Whether you’re seeking privacy, space to garden, or a move-in-ready home with modern comforts, this property delivers both function and lifestyle all just minutes from downtown MARS HILL. This Beautiful contemporary farmhouse is located on 1.94 flat, usable acres. 3BR / 2.5BA, 2,138 sq ft home features a main-level primary suite. Living area has vaulted ceilings, sky lights and engineered hardwood throughout and in the bedrooms (tile in baths). The newly renovated kitchen offers wood beams in the ceiling, ALL Bosch appliances, gas range and vented hood, soft-close cabinetry. Open concept which flows into a cozy living area with the beautiful floor to ceiling natural stone, wood-burning fireplace. The primary ensuite is a true retreat with a total bathroom/closet renovation. Including a glass-enclosed steam shower, cast-iron soaking tub, bidet toilet (enclosed with pocket doors), soft-close cabinets, and designer walk-in closet. Through the pocket-doors from ensuite is access to a bright private office overlooking the front yard with abundant natural light. Additional features include well + septic, central HVAC, appliances, washer and dryer included, and a whole-house water filtration system located in the crawl space. Enjoy outdoor living with a wrap-around front porch and open back deck, plus fire pit, fenced garden space, fruit trees, mature trees, and two storage sheds. Pet-friendly features include a large fenced-in side yard with dog-door access to both the home and garage, along with an invisible fence surrounding the full 1.94-acre perimeter (two collars included). | Basic Information
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