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

36 Brooks Branch Road
$585,000
Subdivision:
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For the first time, this cherished one-owner family property is available, offering breathtaking mountain views and beautiful pasture. Awaken to sunrises that stop you in your tracks. Where deer and wild turkeys wander. Inside, enjoy a new kitchen for cooking and gathering, complemented by a covered back patio off the formal dining room. All bathrooms have been fully updated, and the primary suite opens to a new private deck; the perfect place to take in the mountain horizon in solitude. Natural light fills the living spaces, while a fully finished basement apartment with new kitchen and bonus room adds versatility for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or income-producing short-term rentals. Two attached garages and a workshop. Outside, the land invites possibility. Open fields, big sky, room for gardens, livestock, or additional homes. Nestled in peaceful Leicester. Minutes from Asheville yet a world away, this property is more than a home. It’s a rare legacy, ready for its next chapter. This home benefits from a natural buffer of open space that creates the experience of acreage without the responsibility, taxes, or maintenance. Here, the surrounding land has remained unchanged for decades, intentionally held and preserved in its natural state. For the right buyer, this is actually the advantage. In the future if the land is to be sold, it will carry development restrictions for no mobile homes and will be low density. To learn more about the additional land, please reach out directly.

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - Show
MLS#:4294012
Price:$585,000
SqFt:2883
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:3 full
Acreage:1.01
Year Built:1974
Type:Single Family Residence
Virtual Tour:Click here

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VERIFICATION:What day comes BEFORE Thursday?
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Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX Executive - brokeralexandra@gmail.com - Alexandra Schrank

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Data updated March 11, 2026.

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