Leicester Homes with Rolling Slope Lot Features

Leicester Homes with Rolling Slope Lot Features

Welcome to Leicester, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains! Just a stone’s throw from Asheville, this charming town offers a perfect blend of serene rural living and easy access to urban amenities. With its stunning natural landscapes, vibrant community spirit, and rich history, Leicester is an ideal place to call home.

One of the standout features of Leicester is its rolling slope lots, which provide breathtaking views and an abundance of outdoor space. Homes on these beautiful terrains are designed to harmonize with the natural surroundings, offering residents a tranquil retreat amidst the lush greenery. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, sipping your morning coffee on a spacious deck, and enjoying the panoramic vistas that stretch for miles.

Leicester is more than just a pretty face; it boasts a vibrant community with local shops, farmer's markets, and friendly neighbors who make you feel right at home. The town is also conveniently located near the vibrant cultural scene of Asheville, where you can explore art galleries, enjoy farm-to-table dining, and experience live music events.

Whether you’re seeking a cozy family home or a peaceful getaway, Leicester’s rolling slope lots offer a unique opportunity to build your dream home in a location that celebrates both beauty and community. Discover the charm of Leicester, where every day feels like a breath of fresh mountain air. Come for the views, stay for the lifestyle – your perfect home awaits!

Newest Leicester Homes with Rolling Slope Lot Features

$549,000
4423026 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
23 ACRES OF OPPORTUNITY! Open Use/Unrestricted Land! This beautiful farm property offers a rare combination of open pasture, wooded acreage, natural water resources, and existing improvements. Conveniently accessed from Leicester Highway, the property features a decent road system throughout, providing access to various areas of the tract. The fenced pasture is currently being actively used for cattle, offering a great setup for continued agricultural or livestock use. The property features two barns, a pond stocked with Bluegill, and multiple natural spring sources, adding to the versatility and appeal of this unique property. Whether you're looking to establish a private homestead, continue farming or livestock operations, enjoy recreational opportunities, own a larger tract of land with room to roam, or explore the potential for future subdivision and residential development, this property offers tremendous possibilities. A rare opportunity to own 23 acres of Open Use/Unrestricted land with usable pasture, wooded areas, abundant water resources, existing farm infrastructure, and convenient access from Leicester Highway an increasingly hard-to-find combination in Western North Carolina. No drive-bys. Have agent accompany on showings. Acres Cleared/Acres Wooded are a rough estimate for the breakdown.

00000 Whippoorwill Lane, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Realty of America. lyndoncookasheville@gmail.com
$840,000
4417761 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the beauty and versatility of Sandy Mush with this exceptional mountain property offering stunning views, open fields, and multiple potential building sites. Sandy Mush Creek provides a natural border, adding both beauty and privacy to the land. With power and septic already in place, along with a natural spring and a barn, this property offers an ideal foundation for your WNC dream. A well maintained fence envelopes the property boundaries. The large, open fields provide excellent potential for farming, gardening, livestock, or horses, while the varied terrain offers several attractive sites for a home or additional structures. Roads and trails wind throughout the property allowing access to the land. Whether you're looking to create a private mountain retreat, working farm, equestrian property, or family homestead, this special piece of Sandy Mush offers the space, natural resources, and mountain setting to make your vision a reality.

99999 Meadows Town Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Town and Mountain Realty. chadwick@townandmountain.com
$700,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4408230 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Immaculate two-story hand-hewn log home with long-range views and 39+ acres, 20 minutes to downtown Asheville! This quintessential Appalachian log home was constructed by master carpenters using local timber. Vaulted ceilings give way to massive timber beams harvested from the property. 8-inch-thick walls, nearly 40 acres of wooded privacy, and epic long-range views to top it off! The first level includes two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen. On the second floor, you are met by an open loft area at the top of the stairs, followed by a 3rd bedroom with en-suite bath. Enjoy the view from the scenic front porch, and watch hummingbirds work their way through the yard! The property consists of 4 parcels totaling nearly 40 acres. Acreage creates a wonderful private buffer, but there is plenty of room to expand! Multiple homesites throughout the property with potential for epic long-range views. Enjoy all the shopping, dining, and entertainment downtown Asheville has to offer- only 11 miles to Asheville city center.

226 High Top Mountain Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Patton Allen Real Estate LLC. rosspritchard@pattonallenre.com
$650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4411750 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Step back into a simpler time without sacrificing the opportunity to create something truly special. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Sandy Mush Valley, this remarkably preserved 1912 farmhouse offers the rare chance to own an authentic piece of Western North Carolina history on 4 beautiful acres (subject to subdivision). Built by hand over a century ago, the home has been lovingly maintained and retains an incredible level of original craftsmanship. Rich hardwood floors, stunning beadboard walls and ceilings, original woodwork, and timeless architectural details showcase the quality of an era that's nearly impossible to replicate. The home offers over 2,300 square feet with four bedrooms, spacious gathering areas, a wood-burning fireplace, and a welcoming wraparound porch overlooking the rolling pastures of the valley and distant mountain views beyond. The sale includes the existing 0.7-acre homesite plus an additional 3.3-acre parcel, creating approximately 4 acres of gently rolling pasture. Whether you envision horses, cattle, gardening, a hobby farm, an additional homesite, or simply room to roam, the possibilities are exceptional. Located within the fertile Sandy Mush Valley, known for its scenic farmland, conservation efforts, and quiet rural character, the property may also offer future farmland conservation opportunities. Adding to the property's charm are several historic outbuildings, including a root cellar/storage building with electricity and loft space ready for your vision, along with the original spring house, smokehouse, and shed, along with its proximity to the neighboring Sandy Mush Community Center and the local Fire Department. The structures provide endless possibilities for workshops, studio space, storage, or the next chapter of a true homestead. Just 20-25 minutes from downtown Asheville, this is a rare opportunity to own a legacy property where history, craftsmanship, and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains come together in one unforgettable setting..

5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown. joseph.breiter@allentate.com
$599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4403278 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 93 Big Sky Drive, a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the desirable Red Oak Plantation community of Leicester, NC. Set on 1.09 peaceful acres, this 2,132-square-foot home offers a perfect blend of comfort, character, and outdoor living. The inviting living room serves as the heart of the home with soaring vaulted ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and newly refinished hardwood floors that add warmth and elegance throughout the main living spaces. The main-level primary suite provides convenience and privacy, while two additional bedrooms upstairs offer flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. Designed for enjoying the beauty of Western North Carolina, the home features a wraparound porch and a spacious multi-level deck complete with an outdoor kitchen and built-in grill, creating the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the surrounding natural setting. Recent updates, including a new roof, HVAC system installed in 2021, and fresh interior paint, provide added peace of mind and a move-in-ready feel. The unfinished basement offers excellent potential for additional living space and is already stubbed for plumbing, allowing for future expansion. A two-car garage provides added storage and convenience, while the expansive lot offers room to unwind and enjoy the privacy of mountain living. This peaceful retreat is just a little over 20 minutes from downtown Asheville’s renowned restaurants, breweries, shopping, and cultural attractions. Come see all this exceptional home has to offer and imagine the possibilities of making it your own.

93 Big Sky Drive, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty. chris@mymosaicrealty.com
$479,999
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4399952 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your own private country retreat just minutes from Asheville! This rare property offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living, a spectacular yard, and convenient access to everything the area has to offer. Set on over 2 beautiful, flat acres, this home features a truly exceptional outdoor space that is hard to find. There is plenty of room to create your dream garden, hobby farm, add a pool/outdoor entertaining space, or simply enjoy the privacy and beauty of your surroundings. The property features mature black walnut and apple trees, a stunning Japanese Maple, and an abundance of blackberry, raspberry, and hibiscus plants. This is a yard that feels like a destination all on its own. The inviting home offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom, home office, studio, or flex space. A spacious attached garage provides room for vehicles, hobbies, and extra storage, while the additional shed offers convenient space for yard equipment and tools. Inside, the charming sunroom creates the perfect spot to relax, enjoy your morning coffee, or surround yourself with plants and natural light. The beautiful wraparound porch welcomes you to slow down and take in the peaceful setting — a perfect place to enjoy the sounds of nature and the privacy this property provides. Recent updates include a new roof, new carpet, fresh paint, updated lighting fixtures, faucets, and improvements to the primary bathroom, adding modern touches while maintaining the home’s comfortable country charm. If you’ve been searching for a home with room to breathe, a one-of-a-kind yard, and the freedom to create the lifestyle you’ve always wanted, this Asheville-area gem is a must-see.

11 Aquarian Way, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. athenasellswnc@gmail.com
$730,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4401625 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This is a homestead opportunity to own a 3/2 residence, 3 rental cabins, and a commercial green house. It's a mini farm with income-producing options that are ready to go. You'll feel the peaceful country living that intersects with a quaint concept, modern conveniences, and most of the hard work already done for you! Nestled on 2.43 unrestricted acres with Open Use zoning and no HOA, this unique property offers the freedom to live, grow, create, relax, and earn income. The inviting one-level ranch home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including the private primary ensuite with full bathroom. Designed for easy-to-clean living, the home is filled with natural light, and multiple skylights, creating bright, welcoming spaces throughout. A durable metal roof offers long-term peace of mind, and the sealed concrete floors are sleek, hip, and easy to clean. The spacious two-car garage provides more than just parking, with additional room for a workbench, hobbies, and extra storage. A convenient laundry sink adds functionality for gardening, projects, and cleanup after the greenhouse. This property includes 3 heated guest cabins ideal for short-term or long-term rentals with a unique hospitality experience. Guests share a thoughtfully designed common area featuring a fully equipped kitchen, and community bath/showers. In the midst of it all there's a recreation deck for the guests to gather, relax, socialize and enjoying the peace. The cabins are perfectly suited for the popular and growing interest in "Wolfing," an experience inspired by the principles of WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms). Travelers seeking a slower pace of life can enjoy staying on a working homestead, connecting with nature, learning about gardening, how to run a greenhouse, sustainable living, caring for animals, and experiencing the rewards of rural stewardship. Many vacation rental guests are drawn to these authentic mini-farm experiences that foster meaningful connections with the land while providing memorable stays in a peaceful mountain setting. The impressive 60 foot-long commercial-sized heated greenhouse is fully functional. This immediately viable investment opens the door for year-round food production whether for your family or the market. Currently operational, the greenhouse has successfully produced flowers, vegetables, and herbs. The onsite existing greenhouse supplies convey with the property. While this season's plantings are intentionally minimal due to the owners' schedule, photos showcase the greenhouse flourishing at full production. What about chickens? The fenced and gated chicken coop is already in place. Simply bring your favorite chicks and start gathering those fresh eggs. This property is more than a home—it's an invitation to connect with the land and become a steward of nature. It's a place for those who feel called to care for the Land, nurture gardens, tend animals, cultivate abundance, and enjoy the rewards of fresh vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, colorful flowers, peaceful mornings, and the quiet beauty of Western North Carolina. Whether you're searching for a homestead, mini farm, income-producing property, retreat, rental investment, or simply room to breathe in the country, 104 Pokeberry Lane offers that lifestyle. Simply add your vision for homesteading, your personal touches, and how you want your homestead mini farm to unfold. You don't need to create a retreat, it IS a retreat. Come experience the possibilities, embrace the freedom of unrestricted living, and discover a property where life grows naturally. Zoning is open use. Buyer's agent to verify schools, square footage, zoning.

104 Pokeberry Lane Unit #3A, Leicester

Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC. bethcohen.realtor@gmail.com
$450,000
4396114 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Owner Financing Available. Large ~4.5 acre parcel with opportunity with flexible zoning, room for up to six beautiful homesites with sweeping westward and south facing pastoral valley and farmland views. Open Use Zoning. No HOA restrictions. Old growth trees remain for filtered views westward over the pasture for sunset and the glow of sunrise on the mountains beyond. Fenced pasture. Easy access with State maintained roadway frontage. Gentle slope makes this an easy build. Site has been investigated for soils and multiple locations allow for the perfect home placement.

99999 Rabbit Ham Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. bret@uniquecollective.us
$539,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4388772 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
No HOA restrictions and endless possibilities! This unrestricted home features stunning rolling pasture views and an incredibly flexible layout. The main level offers an open great room with vaulted ceilings, a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a primary suite with a massive, attached loft/office. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living on the expansive covered wrap-around deck. The fully finished lower-level features private exterior access points, making it perfect for a separate rental apartment, multi-generational suite, workshop, or business. Downstairs includes a secondary living area, bedroom, full bath with a soaking tub, and versatile bonus rooms leading to the fenced yard. Highly adaptable layout is ready to fit your lifestyle!

9 Coquina Lane, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park. 732-309-7100
$299,999
4387178 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled atop a serene 5+ acre mountain knoll in the coveted Sandy Mush area, this exceptional vacant parcel offers a rare combination of privacy, gentle topography, and truly endless, unobstructed mountain views. With a naturally elevated setting and soft southern exposure, the land provides an ideal canvas for your dream mountain home. Located just under 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, this property delivers convenient access to the city’s vibrant culture, dining, and amenities while maintaining a peaceful, private retreat atmosphere. The cleared homesite area opens to expansive big

21 Joy Hughes Lane, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. brian.noland@allentate.com
$430,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4384323 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Surrounded by the rolling beauty of Leicester, 2 Watsell Dr is a thoughtfully designed home that blends modern comfort with warm, inviting style in a serene mountain setting. From the moment you step inside, the open-concept layout welcomes you with soaring ceilings, natural light, and a seamless flow that makes everyday living feel effortless and connected. At the heart of the home, the kitchen is designed to impress and function beautifully, featuring stainless steel appliances, a ceramic backsplash, brushed nickel hardware, and a charming pantry with a barn door that adds both character and smart storage. The living room carries that same intentional design with a shiplap accent wall that creates a cozy focal point, bringing warmth and texture to the space. Throughout the home, Resolve waterproof LVT flooring in Bear provides a rich, durable foundation that ties each room together with a warm, cohesive finish. The private primary suite offers a relaxing retreat complete with a spa-like ensuite featuring a soaker tub, a beautifully tiled shower, and a double vanity for added comfort and convenience. Both bathrooms in the home continue this elevated feel, each featuring double vanities that blend style with everyday functionality. A large laundry room adds even more practicality, offering ample space for storage, organization, and ease of living. Two additional oversized bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office, each designed with comfort and space in mind. Outside, the property sits on 1.75 acres of land, offering the perfect balance of usable space and privacy. A spacious covered 12x20 back deck creates the ideal setting for relaxing mornings, outdoor dining, or entertaining while taking in the peaceful mountain surroundings. The property also includes a 13x32 outbuilding, providing excellent space for storage, hobbies, a workshop, or additional recreational use. Whether you envision starting a garden, expanding in the future, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the countryside, this property delivers endless opportunity. With sweeping views and room to grow, this home is a rare blend of thoughtful design, comfort, and outdoor living potential.

2 Watsell Drive, Leicester

Listing courtesy of NextHome PaperTown. teresa@nexthomepapertown.com
$557,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4369223 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your private country retreat! Nestled on 3 beautifully maintained acres, this charming country-style home offers the ease of main-floor living with the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and plentiful storage throughout. At the heart of the home, a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning and vented fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, providing ample heat for much of the home. Outside, enjoy a well-manicured yard with a variety of flora, fenced backyard, and a cozy fire pit—ideal for relaxing under the stars. A durable TimberTech deck is ready for your future hot tub oasis, while the recently fully-paved driveway and 50-amp outlet for an electric vehicle add modern convenience. LeafGuard gutters help minimize maintenance, and re-grading is currently underway beyond the backyard fencing to enhance drainage and provide added peace of mind during inclement weather. As an added bonus, the property includes a steel-framed 2-stall horse barn with lights and water. It has also been recently expanded to be usable for chickens as well, making it an ideal setup for anyone seeking a true country lifestyle. Inside, all appliances and drapery convey, along with the added security of an emergency generator. A brand new furnace was installed in March of 2026, the roof was replaced in 2019, and the home has been lovingly maintained throughout. Conveniently located near Asheville and Waynesville, and just 30–40 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility, privacy, and outdoor adventure.

444 Martin Branch Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. lisa.johnson@howardhannatate.com
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