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
92 Pisgah Pass $899,000 Subdivision: Wolf Laurel  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Welcome to RockyTop, a mountain retreat at 4,880 feet in elevation with Pisgah National Forest out your back door and spectacular long range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Offering 3,102 square feet, 3 bedrooms, a generous loft, and 4 full bathrooms, this beautifully situated home provides plenty of room for family and guests. Recent improvements include all new Andersen windows and doors installed in 2026, along with fresh exterior paint completed in 2026. The great room draws your attention to the mountains through a dramatic wall of windows beneath soaring cathedral ceilings. Window seating creates an inviting place to read or take in the scenery, while a striking stone fireplace brings warmth and character to the space. The adjoining kitchen features natural wood cabinetry and breakfast bar seating, with an open layout connecting the cooking, dining, and gathering areas. The main level also includes a laundry room and a spacious primary suite with direct deck access, heated bathroom floors, and a large walk in closet. Upstairs, the generous loft provides flexibility for a home office, reading area, or additional gathering space. The lower level offers a large family room with a second stone fireplace and two additional bedrooms, each featuring mountain views and a private bathroom with heated floors. Garage space and a dedicated workshop add another appealing dimension to the home. Whether you enjoy woodworking, have a hobby that needs its own space, or simply want room for projects and storage, this versatile area offers functionality beyond the typical mountain retreat. More than 1,000 square feet of covered and open deck space extend the living areas outdoors, with southern and western mountain views providing a beautiful backdrop throughout the seasons. There is room for morning coffee, outdoor dining, and evenings with friends as the sun settles behind the distant ridgelines. From the window seating inside to the decks overlooking the treetops, RockyTop offers plenty of places to pause and enjoy the mountains. Located within the gated community of Wolf Laurel, with a year round staffed security gate, this property combines mountain privacy with access to recreation within the community and nearby, including golf, tennis, pickleball, skiing, biking, swimming, and hiking. Enjoy proximity to Big Bald Mountain, the Appalachian Trail, and Wolf Laurel Country Club. Conveniently located near Mars Hill, Burnsville, Asheville, and Johnson City, RockyTop offers a peaceful mountain setting with access to shopping, dining, the arts, healthcare, and regional amenities. Discover the views, generous living spaces, and connection to the outdoors that make this home a special place to enjoy mountain life. | Basic Information
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