Experience the perfect harmony of mid-century charm and Zen-inspired luxury on this 1.88-acre Leicester estate. This masterfully updated farmhouse exudes warmth, showcasing original 1940s unpainted wood trim, hardwoods, and a custom kitchen with reclaimed cabinetry, concrete counters, and a unique bowling alley wood island. The spacious layout includes a 23’ living room with a gas fireplace.
Storage is unparalleled, featuring a large walk-up attic and a walk-out basement with a workshop and finished bonus room. The property’s crown jewel is the stunning guest cottage - a light-filled sanctuary featuring reclaimed barnwood floors and Shoji pocket doors that lead to a serene Japanese-style bath, complete with an indoor hot tub and garden-view shower. This easily provides the opportunity for rental income or a special space for family and friends.
Outdoor living is exceptional, with multiple expansive decks and a tranquil screened porch perfect for taking in the mountain views. Immerse yourself in the idyllic setting of professional gardens, featuring a majestic 20-year-old Ginkgo tree and five cherry trees. With a commercial-grade metal roof and a newer 4-bedroom septic, this HOA-free sanctuary offers the total package just 25 minutes from Downtown Asheville. Be ready to fall in LOVE.
Property Details
- Interior
- Attic Finished, Attic Walk In, Entrance Foyer, Hot Tub, Kitchen Island, Storage
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Oil
- Cooling Features
- Central Air, Electric
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- View
- Mountain(s),Year Round
- Lot Features
- Views
- Stories
- 1
- Lot Description
- Views
- Exterior Materials
- Fire Pit
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 2104.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 1.88
- Parking Features
- Attached Carport, Driveway
- Parking Type
- Garage
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 0.0
- Parking Carport Spaces
- 2.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Basement
- 1
- Basement Description
- Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Basement Finished
- 1
- Year Built
- 1949
- Foundation
- Basement
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer Information
- Septic Installed
- Utility Source
- Well
- Utility Features
- Cable Available, Propane
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Elementary School
- Leicester/Eblen
- Middle School
- Clyde A Erwin
- High School
- Clyde A Erwin
- County
- BUNCOMBE
- Region
- Leicester
- Zoning
- OU
- Original List Price
- $775,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 123
Location
Legal
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Listed by Lacey Townsend (#CARlacey)
Listing Office: LOVE Land and Home Inc. (#CARR03122)
