Sandy Mush

North Carolina

Welcome to Sandy Mush

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You’ve heard of Asheville and Leicester, but have you heard of Sandy Mush Township? This area lies in the north western portion of Buncombe County and offers residents a rural lifestyle with modern conveniences. High speed internet is available. There is a strong sense of community here where neighbors help neighbors. Miles of farmland and mountain vistas awaits you. Meet a variety of farmers, from cattle and wildflowers, to CBD. 

Settled as a rural farming community circa 1800, the area is still known for beautiful views and plentiful farms while only being 35 minutes from Downtown Asheville.

Check out these beautiful venues and farms if you find yourself in the area:

Lady Luck Gardens

Timber Hall Events

Sandy Mush Herb Nursery

Grateful Farms Market, Deli and Farm – make sure to stop by for a great meal!

Check out OtherSide Hemp Farm if you’re looking for a locally grown CBD. 

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Looking for a bit more nature? Check out this hike at Sandy Mush Bald.

 

Or check out the Sandy Mush Community Center for local bingo nights, book club, and other fun events.

Featured Listing:

40 Shook Cove Road
Leicester, NC 28748
$589,000

At the end of a quiet gravel road, where three mountains seem to hold hands around a lush valley, sits 40 Shook Cove Rd., a place that feels like you’ve arrived at the edge of the world. Tucked into the historic farming community of Big Sandy Mush, this postcard perfect valley remains largely untouched, still stewarded by original settler families. Sparkling creeks wind through rolling pastures and wildflower-filled meadows, while conserved mountain lands stretch beyond your reach, creating a rare sense of seclusion. Wildlife flourishes here, and the elevation brings refreshingly cool summer air and peaceful winter snowfalls. Set on Newfound Mountain at the end of the valley, this timber-frame cabin rests on a private, wooded tract surrounded by forest and seasonal mountain views. The setting offers remarkable privacy while remaining within easy reach of Asheville, Waynesville, and endless outdoor adventure.

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Homes for Sale in Sandy Mush

152 Worley Cove Road
$650,000
Subdivision:
4410776
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Below market and priced to sell! Escape to your own private mountain sanctuary, nestled peacefully in Worley Cove. Measuring in at 3,376 square feet, this like-one-owner home (taken completely down to the studs and meticulously rebuilt in 2023) features 3 spacious bedrooms, a home office, 3 full bathrooms and plenty of storage throughout. This private 10.5-acre property offers seclusion, stunning sunrises and yearlong, breathtaking long-range mountain views, a creek with 1.5 acres of flat, grassy area and several other locations that could be leveled for additional homesites. All the benefits of living out in the country while only a short ~30 minute drive from the vibrant heart of downtown Asheville, with high-speed fiber internet connection already at the house. Whether you are entertaining or enjoying a quiet evening in, you will find plenty of room to stretch out with plenty of deck space on both floors, including private decks off the upstairs bedrooms. If you are looking for a move-in-ready retreat that offers complete privacy without sacrificing proximity to city conveniences, welcome to your new home.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4410776
Price:$650,000
SqFt:3376
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3 full
Acreage:10.5
Year Built:1983
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks - jeff@walnutcoverealty.com

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Data updated August 25, 2026.

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