Sandy Mush
North CarolinaYou’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:
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.

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:
Leicester, NC 28748
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.
Homes for Sale in Sandy Mush
98 Tom Arthur Lane $545,000 Subdivision: ![]() | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Priced below August 2026 Appraisal. Video tour available upon request—call listing agent. Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) home. Rustic-modern mountain retreat on over 2 usable private acres with two bedroom suites, three full baths, and stunning ridgeline views. This is Joe Shively, 'Modern Rustic' Builder's own home, built to high standards. Escape to your own private mountain retreat just 25 minutes from downtown Asheville. Enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful country living with convenient access to Asheville, Weaverville, and Marshall for shopping, restaurants, breweries, and everyday conveniences. Surrounded by beautiful ridgeline views, overlooking 'Duck Pond', fenced pasture, and expansive usable land, this property offers room for gardening, animals, recreation, or simply enjoying the serenity of the mountains. Originally built several years ago, the home has been substantially completed and extensively remodeled, including significant newly finished living space and the addition of a second private bedroom suite. The result is a move-in-ready home that beautifully blends handcrafted mountain craftsmanship with modern comfort and design. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, dramatic A-frame windows that frame the surrounding landscape, handcrafted branch railings, river rock accents, reclaimed metal accents, a striking copper farmhouse sink, spa-inspired bathrooms, and quality finishes throughout. The expansive deck is the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets while overlooking the pond and breathtaking mountain ridgeline views. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, a mini-farm, or a vacation home, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, usable acreage, distinctive rustic-modern design, and an exceptional location just minutes from everything Western North Carolina has to offer Also available with another property next door, on approximately 1 acre, which currently has a tenant, should you want a family estate, for an additional 150k! Address shown as Leicester and Marshall depending on source! | Basic Information
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