Highland Hills Homes with Leicester/Eblen Elementary School

Highland Hills Homes with Leicester/Eblen Elementary School

Welcome to Highland Hills, a charming neighborhood nestled in the heart of Leicester, North Carolina, within the picturesque Buncombe County. This delightful community offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and natural beauty, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Highland Hills is renowned for its friendly atmosphere and close-knit community, where neighbors quickly become friends. The area boasts well-maintained streets, lush green spaces, and scenic views of the surrounding mountains, creating a serene backdrop for your daily life. Families will appreciate the proximity to Leicester/Eblen Elementary School, making school runs a breeze and ensuring that children receive quality education in a supportive environment. This school is known for its dedicated staff and engaging curriculum, fostering a love for learning among its students.

The neighborhood is also conveniently located near various amenities, including local shops, parks, and recreational facilities, offering plenty of options for outdoor activities and family fun. With easy access to major highways, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds—peaceful living in Highland Hills while being just a short drive away from the vibrant culture and entertainment of Asheville.

Whether you are looking to settle down or invest in a promising property, Highland Hills presents a wonderful opportunity to embrace a lifestyle filled with community spirit, scenic beauty, and the comforts of home. Discover your dream home in this idyllic neighborhood today!

Newest Highland Hills Homes with Leicester/Eblen Elementary School

$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
$1,295,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4354075 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This custom 2020 home with a modern farmhouse feel offers over 5,000 square feet of living space on 1.83 private acres with year-round long-distance views, and only 25 minutes from Asheville. The main level features two kitchens, a spacious primary kitchen with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless appliances, subway tile and a large eat in island, plus a fully equipped prep kitchen. The home includes five bedrooms and six baths with four en suite. Nine-foot ceilings throughout enhance the open design. The lower level recreation room features a stone wood-burning fireplace, workshop and third kitchen area with select appliances in place. Wraparound porches and decks create an expansive outdoor living space, ideal for entertaining or intimate moments. An inviting open yard with vegetable beds provide plenty of room for gardening, beekeeping, animals, playgrounds and outdoor gatherings in a private rural setting.

24 Chapel Hill Lane Unit #40, Leicester

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-753-5199
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