Mars Hill

North Carolina

Welcome 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.”

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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!

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There are tons of great hikes just minutes from downtown! Check out this list thanks to AllTrails.

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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.
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Homes for Sale in Mars Hill

709 Oakridge Lane # 709
$35,000
Subdivision:
4079211
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With a current 4 Bedroom Septic Permit & survey, skip the hassle & start planning your new mountain home in Wolf Laurel. This 5,300 acre 24 hour gated community has so much to offer all ages. Located 33 mile north of Asheville, this high elevation community allows you to beat the heat. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of WNC is the hidden gem of Wolf Laurel. The 5,300 acres is surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest and Conservation Land, Wolf Laurel is a nature lovers paradise with so much to do for all ages. You can hike, bike, or ski on the 50 miles of internal trail systems Wolf Laurel offers or hop on the Appalachian Trail from numerous points inside the community. With the Optional Village Club & Wolf Laurel Country Club you can enjoy swimming, tennis, pickleball, sports courts, fishing, golf, w/ activities planned throughout the season. All within short drives to many quaint mountain towns. Come see why people call us the Hidden Gem & the Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4079211
Price:$35,000
Acreage:0.56

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Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Executive - carrieleehoffman@remax.net - Carrie Lee Hoffman

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