Leicester

MLS Number 3432215

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 2012
• Bathroom 4
• Bedrooms 3

This is the Mountain Getaway you have been looking for. This high-quality, custom-built home offers luxurious open living. Before walking inside, breathe in that fresh North Carolina mountain air, listen to the hummingbirds sing their sweet songs. Be swept away by the intriguing design, exterior hardscapes, and hand-stitched natural elements, and then simply melt into nature's beauty. As you step inside, your eyes will be drawn to the meticulous attention to detail from handcrafted birch vaulted ceilings down to the radiant heated basement and bathroom flooring. Relish romantic evenings by the stone fireside and refreshing mornings on the back deck as the sun rises over the long-range mountain views. Escape from the hustle and bustle and retire to this haven nestled in Whisper Mountain, a green community with exclusive amenities. Nearest large city - Asheville - just over 20 miles away. Perfect for primary residence or second home. Vacation rentals allowed.

Listed by Alexandra Schrank and Heather Hines of RE/MAX Executive

MLS Number 3403211

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 1998
• Bathroom 3
• Bedrooms 3

Own your very own organic farm! Gorgeous, private homestead is now offered. Enjoy peaceful mornings gazing out at gently sloped fields & breathtaking mountain vistas. See beauty, not neighbors as you survey your private acreage. Located "off the beaten path" but just 25 minutes to Asheville's Downtown with the prettiest drive in county in between! From the professional chef's kitchen with an open but cozy floor plan, to the detached workshop/bonus space, you will have all the features & space you need both inside and out. A wonderful home & 30 acres is plenty of space for multi generational living. Large barn and multiple homesites to be found in this private cove. Also available with house and a 9.94 tract of land- please see MLS# 3403980 .

Listed by Kim Gentry Justus of Ivester Jackson Blackstream

MLS Number 3435608

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 1997
• Bathroom 5
• Bedrooms 3

Drive through the gate & a very special country setting unfolds. Atop a knoll the rustic main house overlooks the 29 acres with distant mountain views. Adjacent to the house is an office, 1/2 bath, dog kennel room & 4-car garage, above which is 1280' of living space with private entrance. A short distance away is the guest house in a converted barn/stable. Near the edge of the property is a multi-purpose building that includes another apartment. It's a great place to hunt or just go down to the "shooting shack," complete with kitchen & bath, & sit on the porch to target shoot. On the hill is the equipment barn/garage. All furnishings are included, as well as a Ford Truck, John Deere Tractor, Gator, Back Hoe, Commercial Trailer & other farm equipment. A wide trail around the edge of the property is a good place to ride horses. The small pond is spring fed. This can be a great family compound or a commercial venture. The east boundary adjoins 262 acres of state owned, protected land.

Listed by Betty Moore and Barbara Baskerville of Beverly-Hanks, Executive Park

MLS Number 3367449

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 1946
• Bathroom 3
• Bedrooms 3

Equestrian Estate. Pristine horse property with statuesque six stall barn with loft and abundant storage on each side, four stall dry barn w/ pasture isolation if wanted, two run in barns. Property has competition size riding ring, second well with water and electric everywhere. Pastures are cross fenced with gated/secure spaces. Loads of storage, zones sprinkler systems around home. Parcel large enough to allow for additional improvements & easy lot to spin off a buildable lot. Farmhouse boasts of character with spacious chef's kitchen, solarium off kitchen for home herb garden. Three beds/two baths on main with large living spaces, bar area and amazing views from the master suite private balcony. Full lower level finished offering guest suite with private access. Boiler heat with heat pumps zoned as secondary heat source. Fireplace in Living and Master. Setting is secluded yet easy distance to shopping and downtown.

Listed by Melissa L. Sites of Realty World Marketplace

MLS Number 3305879

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 2 Story
• Year Built 1890
• Bathroom 1
• Bedrooms 3

Impeccably restored 1890's historic Victorian farmhouse on 35+ acres. Keeping all of the original character, the house has been completely updated with new insulated windows, electric, plumbing, insulation, radiant floor heat and metal roof. Charming details remain, including heart of pine floors throughout, bulls eye Victorian trim and bead board ceilings and walls. Four total pastures, two lush pastures with streams, electric fence, workshop with electric, barn and other outbuildings; currently a working farm. New septic (rated for four bedrooms) and new well.

Listed by Greg Palombi of Carolina Mountain Sales

MLS Number 3287109

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 1919
• Bathroom 2
• Bedrooms 2

Ideal mountain horse ranch w/completely updated farmhouse, income producing apt/caretaker qtrs, workshop, multiple outbuildings. Granite cntrtops & Bosch stove in kitchen. Equestrian features galore: barn w/6 matted stalls, dry lot, lighted riding ring&round pen, FULL perimeter fencing, electric fencing, shelters&auto waterers. Dramatic long range mountain views, large private pond, lush grassy pastures. Country living peaceful paradise, only 10 min to Patton Ave/W. Asheville 15 min to downtown.

Listed by Lisa Hagan of Keller Williams Professionals

MLS Number 3381394

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1.5 Story/Basement
• Year Built 2008
• Bathroom 4
• Bedrooms 3

An exceptional home is simply a frame for an exceptional life! This is a Healthy Green Built Masterpiece, custom designed and built as a featured Sothern Living Idea Home in a tranquil setting that is a must see! Starting from the sustainable site management and the superior wall foundation up with FSC certified wood being used in built-ins and cabinetry, environmentally preferred products were used in all aspects of construction. Low VOC paints and finishes, ERV system, HEPA filtering system, zoned heating and cooling with load calculations for total comfort. Solar photovoltaic array produces electricity in a grid-tied system that doesn't require batteries. Solar Hot water system with tankless water back up, the system provides the primary heat source for space heating and domestic hot water. Subtle but sophisticated selections with a modern edge, this Shingle Mountain home is a dream home with full unfinished basement. Two car detached carriage house, framed for guest quarters.

Listed by Marilyn Wright of Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

MLS Number 3407514

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1.5 Story/Basement
• Year Built 2008
• Bathroom 3
• Bedrooms 4

Mountain views from this unique custom built log home. The craftsmanship will amaze from the locally crafted hand forged metal work, custom light fixtures, hand sanded and sealed logs, custom carvings by a champion carver, and hardwood floors throughout. Master bedroom on the main level with a private enclosed porch. Master bath has custom granite sinks, shower and jetted tub. Large eat in kitchen, dining room, large laundry room, greeting room and huge living room with stone fireplace. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms, full bath, loft and catwalk. Unfinished basement is plumbed for another bath and has plenty of storage space, and could be finished if you need more living space. Central boiler for back up heat and hot water. Never worry about power failures again.

Listed by Kathleen Chieco of Century 21 Mtn Lifestyles N

MLS Number 3407026

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story Basement
• Year Built 1972
• Bathroom 2
• Bedrooms 2

Great location directly off Leicester Highway only 15 minutes into W. Asheville. Drive across your private bridge over Sandy Mush Creek on this beautiful rolling farm of pastures, fields, and woodlands. Approximately 11 acres of fenced pasture and fields. A 60' greenhouse is tremendous for growing year round. The barn offers 14 stalls and hay loft above, though it needs some updating. The grounds are landscaped with dozens of specimen trees and shrubs (too many to name). A small lotus/lily pond sits by a bamboo grove next to a spring fed creek. There are more than 800' of frontage on Sandy Mush Creek. Multiple gentle building sites with great views and privacy. Hard to find this quality of topography and privacy so easily accessible.

Listed by John Haynes of Keller Williams - Black Mtn.

MLS Number 3420798

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 2 Story/Basement
• Year Built 2008
• Bathroom 4
• Bedrooms 3

Custom home with Biltmore inspired character but designed for modern living. Spectacular views in a gated community, only 3 mi from I-40 & 20 min to both Asheville or Waynesville, Just 7 min to Ingles, Starbucks, & Restaurants. Open concept, the great room/kitchen alone total 1150 sq ft. 3 bedrooms + 3 more guest sleeping rooms with closets. Master suite has private scenic balcony, 2 custom staircases, 2 fireplaces, wood stove, & radiant heated floors. Hardwood, granite, stone, & tile. Additional 795 sq ft unfinished pre-plumbed bonus room. Equine friendly subdivision. Plenty of parking for your RV and vehicle. Adjoining 4 acre lot available.

Listed by Diane Morris of Beverly-Hanks, Executive Park

MLS Number 3403584

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 2 Story
• Year Built 2006
• Bathroom 4
• Bedrooms 3

Elegant and stunning executive home with gorgeous long range mountain views. Dramatic entryway leads to formal dining room, sitting room, great room, kitchen and master suite. Main level has rich hardwood and tile floors. Relax in the 12 foot ceiling great room, which features a gas log fireplace, built-ins and walls of windows to take in the views. Gourmet kitchen has wood paneled appliances, serving bar and breakfast area. Luxurious main level master suite has picture windows and walk in closet. Master bath has garden tub and sit down vanity. Built in speakers for the main floor and covered patio that overlooks the pool. Upper level has an additional master suite, bedroom and bonus room. Enjoy the spectacular views from the sun room, back deck or sparkling heated in-ground pool. Private living that is only 10 miles from downtown Asheville!

Listed by Brad Puffer of Keller Williams Professionals

MLS Number 3403980

• Residential Single Family
• Property Sub Type 1 Story
• Year Built 1998
• Bathroom 3
• Bedrooms 3

Own your very own organic farm! Gorgeous, private homestead is now offered. Enjoy peaceful mornings gazing out at gently sloped fields & breathtaking mountain vistas. See beauty, not neighbors as you survey your private acreage. Located "off the beaten path" but just 25 minutes to Asheville's Downtown with the prettiest drive in county in between! From the professional chef's kitchen with an open but cozy floor plan, to the detached workshop/bonus space, you will have all the features & space you need both inside and out. Also available with additional 20.9 acres (30+ total) See MLS #3403211

Listed by Kim Gentry Justus of Ivester Jackson Blackstream