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PREMIER Luxury HOMES & SERVICES for western north carolina Van Gogh Alive at Biltmore

Do You Need to Update Your Kitchen?

Selecting the Best Remodeling Contractor

Creating the Zen Experience in Your Home

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EXTRAORDINARY Home nestled on 25 acres of Captivating VIEWS!

As you enter the gates you will find a unique setting with a Main House, Apt. above Garage, Detached Garages with an Apt. and an Outbuilding that is sure to become a Man Cave like no other! A 9 Hole Putting Green that used to be a HELIPAD. A Designer Kitchen sure to delight any cook. 2 Double Sinks, 2 Sub Zero Refrigerators, 1 Sub Zero Freezer, 2 Dishwashers, Top of the Line Gas Cooktop & Electric Oven plus a Double Wall Oven, Walk-In Pantry and Breakfast Nook. I could go on and on. Great Room with Fireplace, Grand Dining Area and Game Room and ask me to show you surprise sure to thrill the kids!!!! A sumptuous Master Suite that is filled with Warmth and Luxury. Complete with Sitting Area & Fireplace, Office with Wall of Windows and VIEWS, Huge Dressing Area and Bath complete with Shower, Tub and Two Sinks. And did I mention a Wine Cellar!!! A Must See to Capture all this Property has to Offer!

MLS:3789433 ~ $2,900,000

Lynn B. Phillips 828-275-5957 | lynn.phillips@coldwellbanker.com Coldwell Banker King The Biltmore Building | 1 N. Pack Square, East | Suite 100 | Asheville, NC 28801

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THE RAMBLE | $3,495,000 4 BEDROOMS | 4 FULL BATHROOMS 1 HALF BATHROOM | 4,742 SQUARE FEET MLS# 3808966

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Morgan-Keefe Builders completed this timeless home in 2019. Architect Brad Wright specified the highest level of finish throughout including custom lighting out of California, true timbers on the ceiling, furniturefinish shiplap walls, custom porch shutters with hand-built louvers, custom ladder rails on the custom cabinetry, bookended quartzite counters, and 12” baseboards with a custom bevel top. Geothermal heating and cooling bring value and efficiency for years to come. The sunroom will be a favored room, warmed by a stone fireplace and adjacent to the large screened porch that opens fully to the great room.

The lot backs up to a deeply wooded section of The Ramble common area, and the owners enjoy hearing the owls at night from the screened porch. Enjoy all of The Ramble amenities.

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Do You Need to Update Your Kitchen?

Selecting the Best Remodeling Contractor

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Creating the Zen Experience In Your Home

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THE FRENCH BROAD RIVER ROLLS ALONG WHILE THE STATELY BRICK HOME SITS PERCHED ABOVE IT ALL. So private & peaceful with inspiring mountain & river views. Convenient - minutes from shopping & restaurants (Asheville and Weaverville), but tucked into some of Western North Carolina’s finest scenery. Inside the well maintained home, you will find gleaming oak hardwoods, and large rooms. Downstairs there is bonus living space with a separate entrance that could be rented to offset costs or used for multigenerational living. Perhaps your private getaway space?

MLS#: 3806843 $633,000

OWN YOUR OWN 88+ ACRE PRIVATE COVE with over 50 acres of rolling to level pasture land in the Newfound Community of Leicester. This property is located just 25 minutes from Asheville’s city center, and Buncombe County’s most permissive zoning means the land can likely become what you want it to be, whether that is a place for your favorite farm animals...bring those horses and goats! Or perhaps you have always dreamed of multigenerational living? This land is a developer’s dream parcel with multiple build sites.

There are healthy woods with old growth trees, flowing streams, a former pond site, fresh water springs, rock outcroppings, and a paved drive leading to one particularly spectacular home site that has infrastructure in place. MLS#: 3808077 $849,000

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T B I Currently operating as a highly rated Bed and Breakfast in downtown Brevard. In 2006, this elegant estate was restored to its original splendor while incorporating modern amenities throughout. The Inn is nestled on nearly 2 acres and features six guest rooms with en suite baths plus additional inn-keepers quarters, formal dining room, parlor, chef ’s kitchen, and courtyards. $2,250,000. MLS CAR3725839

Art Fisher 828-506-4895 ArtFisher@FisherRealtyNC.com

10 Park Place West Brevard, NC 28712 828-883-9895

Amanda Jennings Gravley 828-200-2944 AGravley@FisherRealtyNC.com

L C Well-maintained 3 BR, 2 BA cottage with new stone seawall on beautiful Lake Toxaway. Located on Skier’s Cove, this 1.76± acre park-like setting offers a unique mix of privacy and usability and features a private boat ramp as well as an area to create a double boathouse. Large trees and a level entrance plus a private pond and stream make this a rare opportunity on Lake Toxaway. $2,250,000. MLS CAR3736149

A A F H  S This 3 BR, 3½ BA log home and 2 BR, 1 BA guest house are situated on 16.5± acres with a beautiful private pond, gazebo, and walking trails in Lake Toxaway.

This comfortable home features a large open great room with stone fireplace, a chef ’s kitchen, and the master suite and guest bedroom on the main floor. Also included are a two-car garage, covered porch and extensive deck overlooking the pond. $1,299,000. MLS CAR3713252 Art Fisher, Listing Broker 10 Park Place West Brevard, NC 28712 Office: 828-883-9895 Cell: 828-506-4895 ArtFisher@FisherRealtyNC.com

S S F F L H This contemporary This custom custombuilt built 33 BR, BR, 3½ 3½ BA lakefront contemporary offerssoaring soaringcathedral cathedral ceilings ceilings and spectacular windows offers windows andaagame/media game/media room, room, and and library overlooking the and surroundingforest forest on on the the lower lower level. Situated on 1.85± surrounding 1.85± woodedacres acreswithin within the the confines confines of an wooded Audobon wildlife wildlife preserve. preserve.

Audobon $1,195,000.MLS MLS CAR3735702 CAR3735702 $1,195,000.

HorstVan VanSchellenbeck, Schellenbeck, Listing Listing Broker Horst 828-507-3820 828-507-3820

G C G C A 4 BR, 4½ BA mountaintop estate with long range views A 4ofBR, mountaintop estate with long range views the 4½ BlueBA Ridge Parkway. Situated on 22.3± forested ofacres, the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Situated on 22.3± forested this home is filled with light and features a large acres, this home is filled with lightbar, andgourmet featureskitchen, a large great room with fireplace and wet great room with fireplace and wet bar, gourmet kitchen, spacious master suite, and two guest suites spaciouswith master and two guest upstairs loft.suite, Screened porch, andsuites many upstairs with loft.

Screened porch, and many more exquisite features. more exquisite features. $1,295,000. MLS CAR3645962 $1,295,000. MLS CAR3645962 Art Fisher, Listing Broker Art Fisher, Listing Broker 828-506-4895 828-506-4895

10 Park Place West 10 Park NC Place28712 West Brevard, Brevard, NC 28712 828-883-9895 828-883-9895 FisherRealtyNC.com FisherRealtyNC.com

GREEN MOUNTAIN, NC - 35 Acres - MLS# 3800672 - $595,000

Experience unparalleled privacy and natural beauty in this unique home!

The property has ~900 ft of breathtaking Nolichucky River frontage and nestles into a private cove situated near the end of a paved dead-end road. The parcel abuts National Forest Service land and offers incredible natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Work from home with the lightning-fast fiber optic internet – perhaps build out the riverfront barn as your home office or studio! The river provides superb kayaking and trophy fishing out the front door, with a graded access from the house down to the river’s edge. The home was lovingly renovated by a retired custom home builder and features a chef ’s kitchen, formal dining room, custom crafted cabinets, doors and skylights, a cozy living room with wood burning stove, and an upstairs master suite with its own large, screened porch overlooking the river. The parcel also features a nice site to build an additional guest cottage nestled into the woods. Burnsville’s stores are 25 minutes away, and Asheville’s many attractions are an easy one-hour drive.

Green Cove Properties 728 W. Main St.

Burnsville, NC 28714

www.GreenCoveProperty.com

Laura Handley, Realtor® 828.208.3532 RealtorLaura828@gmail.com

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bout this beautiful custom built home designed by award-winning Al Platt Architecture. Thoughtfully sited and designed to maximize stunning mountain views and optimize southern exposure. Home comes with 20 private acres, pastured land and lots of living spaces to enjoy outdoor living year round. The main entry features southern pine v-joint boards and an 8’ mahogany front door. Once entering

the foyer with wormy chestnut paneling and a broken tile floor, be prepared for a grand view looking through the screened sleeping porch! Both interior and exterior design are inspired from the 1800’s Arts and Crafts era and rooms at the Grove Park Inn. Much of the construction finishes was hand crafted on site with quality materials including solid wood doors, quarter sawn built ins, porcelain tile, reclaimed oak barnwood flooring, true beaded boards, some antiques, solid brass and copper fixtures. 1400 sq ft unfinished basement is ready for your finishing touches.

2 beds, 2 baths ∙ 2713 sq. ft. ∙ 20.09 Acre Lot ∙ MLS# 3808954 ∙ $1,836,715

Jana Osada, REALTOR/Broker

Million Dollar Producer (828) 279-6344 | janaosada@kw.com http://sites.firelightimages.com/1116gladesrd ZILLOW: www.zillow.com/profile/Jana-Osada/#reviews

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Your Certified Christie’s Luxury Specialist in Asheville $5.25 M

BALSAM MOUNTAIN PRESERVE 379 Sweet Fern Way Laura Livaudais | 828.712.5445 Laura@IJBProperties.com In a distinguished class all its own. Architect Mark Paullin created this masterpiece in Balsam Mountain Preserve.

Expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains are unparalleled. The well-appointed interior was designed by Toby West and is being sold fully furnished.

$3.675 M

NORTH ASHEVILLE

51 Robinhood Road Laura Livaudais | 828.712.5445 Ellen Browne McGuire | 828.551.7027 An incredible luxury legacy home located in beautiful North Asheville. This environmentally sustainable home has natural materials including Canadian red cedar shingles, onsite timbers, and regional stone to marry the house to its mountain setting. Come enjoy this immaculate home that is perfect for relaxing, working, or entertaining.

$3.45 M

MILLS RIVER

400 Ray Hill Road Laura Livaudais | 828.712.5445

Ellen Browne McGuire | 828.551.7027 Casual elegance with Southern Charm! Unique opportunity- the possibilities are endless- family compound, a venue with lodging, corporate retreat, a wellness center-the list goes on and on. 5.2 private acres with walking trails and gardens to enjoy nature. Home is being sold completely furnished, truly a turn-key investment!

$2.45 M

NORTH ASHEVILLE 92 Robinhood Road

Laura Livaudais | 828.712.5445 Laura@IJBProperties.com Privacy, amazing views, incredible location and a beautifully renovated home! Enjoy the outdoors & alfresco living from either the front or rear deck, covered fenced patio, or level backyard. This exclusive home adjoins a private conservation easement, yet Downtown Asheville is only 5 miles away.

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$1.578 M

POPLAR RIDGE

54 Crestridge Drive

Betsy Gudger | 828.279.5789 Betsy@IJBProperties.com This exquisite home was designed to capture breathtaking views from every room. Upon entering the main entrance you will find stunning hardwood floors, a gracious wood staircase, floor to ceiling windows, a two story foyer, a spacious dining room, an open music room/ sunroom, and doors that lead to an outdoor living space.

ARDMION PARK

181 Ardmion Park #3

Betsy Gudger | 828.279.5789 Betsy@IJBProperties.com The exceptional art deco architecture and design are complemented by endless views of the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding the city, and sunsets of pink and blue frame the mountains and are visible throughout this exquisite home.

The spacious, newly renovated two-bedroom condo was intentionally designed to accentuate the 1894 Art Deco building.

$1.325 M

BILTMORE FOREST

4 Stuyvesant Crescent Jonathan Hunter | 828.606.4160 Stacey Klimchuk | 828.777.3152

Luxe living in Biltmore Forest - Asheville’s most distinguished address - on a full acre lot. This well appointed home welcomes you with warmth & comfort.

Entering the foyer, the well honed craftsmanship continues and is evident throughout. Come live the Biltmore Forest lifestyle right here.

$1.3 M

SHELBY 147 Cabaniss Farm Drive Joy Pharr | 704.418.2963 Joy@IJBProperties.com

Excellently located within extensive grounds, this extraordinary home is a superb proposition offering vast potential. Currently operating as an organic produce and livestock farm. The fully fenced ~45 acres has a multipurpose barn, 2 detached garages, and a further separate hay and equipment barn.

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Van Gogh Alive at Biltmore November 2021 – January 2023 Immerse yourself in our new exhibition series, Legends of Art & Innovation—featuring three different large-scale, multi-sensory events—created and produced by Grande Experiences using the very latest in immersive technology to illuminate the remarkable lives of Van Gogh, Monet, and Da Vinci and their timeless masterpieces of art and design.

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Each individual component of this must-see series offers fascinating ties to George Vanderbilt’s collection of treasures on display in his magnificent family home, Biltmore House.

experiences of Vincent van Gogh during the period 1880 to 1890.

• The exhibition interprets his thoughts, feelings, and state of mind during his time in The Netherlands, Paris, Arles, Saint-Remy and Auvers-sur-Oise, the locations where he created many of his timeless masterpieces.

• The works are viewed in hyper-fine detail, with special attention paid to key features, allowing time to study color and technique. Van Gogh’s works are also augmented with photographs and video to demonstrate his sources of inspiration.

• Van Gogh Alive, the first installment of Biltmore’s exhibition series, Legends of Art & Innovation at Biltmore, opens Nov. 5, 2021 and runs through March 5, 2022.

• Taking up residence at Amherst at Deerpark, an event space on Biltmore’s grounds, Van Gogh Alive explores the works and life

• Synchronized to a powerful classical score, more than 3,000 Van Gogh images, projected at enormous scale, create a thrilling display that fills giant screens, columns, and even the floor – completely immersing guests in vibrant colors and vivid details that constitute Van Gogh’s unique style. continued on page 20 Winter 2022| Fine Homes & Design 19

• During this 45-minute long multi-sensory presentation, you are encouraged to move about the space to enjoy a variety of perspectives of the artist’s story and masterworks.

• Unique to Biltmore’s Van Gogh exhibition is the inclusion of imagery of the estate’s vast field of sunflowers. Van Gogh’s paintings of sunflowers are among his most famous. The exhibition includes a mirrored room filled with sunflowers.

• George Vanderbilt and his wife, Edith, were both passionate patrons of the arts. Avid travelers, they collected pieces from around the world for Biltmore House.

• Having these exhibitions complements the Vanderbilt family’s collection. Among the pieces, the Vanderbilt collection contains two Monets 20 Fine Homes & Design | Winter 2022

that will be exhibited for the first time when the Monet & Friends exhibit opens in 2022.

• After Van Gogh Alive concludes, Biltmore will welcome Monet & Friends – Life, Light & Color March 9, 2022 through July 10, 2022; followed by Leonard Da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius running July 14, 2022 through Jan. 8, 2023.

• Grande Experiences – the creator and producer of Van Gogh Alive; Monet & Friends - Life, Light & Color; and Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years of Genius – is a world leader in the creation, design, production, promotion and installation of largescale exhibitions and immersive experiences with broad cultural appeal along with engaging, entertaining and educational content.

Credit: The Biltmore Company.

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Do You Need to Update Your Kitchen?

Recent historical events mean that the function of the modern kitchen has changed significantly.

Kitchens are still places where families and individuals cook their food. However, increasing numbers of people now work from home. What’s more, homeschooling is also more popular than ever. The upshot of all this is that the modern kitchen is not just a place to cook. It may now be the center of activity for working, meeting, and conversing.

Do you and yours like to cook, eat, work, and converse in your kitchen? When your kitchen sees a lot of footfall, you understand the importance of ensuring that it stays contemporary. Are you looking for inspiration for your kitchen? Here are some of the latest modern kitchen trends:

they are also places where people socialize with the people they love most. Contemporary kitchen designs reflect this in that they are more artistic than functional.

For instance, you are more likely to find an antique set of cast-iron kitchen scales and less likely to see the clinicallooking digital counterpart.

A Living Space

Open Design

Modern kitchens are both functional and welcoming.

While kitchens are still for cooking and meal preparation,

Modern kitchens often have an open design and merge with the living room. These open-plan kitchens

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are fashionable because they eliminate barriers between different household members.

Thus, they encourage communication and integration.

Uncomplicated Materials and Colors The contemporary kitchen uses a lot of plain refined materials. For instance, you might see matte black light fixtures, dark wood or walnut cabinets, and faucets made out of polished chrome.

The color scheme in the modern kitchen is equally unpretentious. Trendy colors for kitchens include white, cream, green, matte gray, various shades of blue, wood tones, and splashes of black.

Marble Countertops Marble, granite, and other natural stone kitchen countertops are still fashionable. Not much has changed in that regard. Colors such as white, gray, and black are contemporary countertop colors.

If you already have a natural stone countertop in your kitchen, a little bit of eggshell blue paint on the cabinet doors, and a few cute vintage utensils may be all it takes to get your kitchen looking up-to-date.

Kitchen Flooring When it comes to kitchen flooring, neutral tones such as polar white, cream, natural wood, and gray are in vogue. The current trend is for vinyl flooring that looks like another material. For example, marble-effect flooring is a sought-after choice.

Warm And Rustic If you are looking for accent pieces to decorate your kitchen, go for items that look warm and rustic rather than clinical and functional. Concrete bowls of various

shapes and sizes are fashionable. The same is true of decor prints for the wall, decorative splashbacks, and big wooden chopping blocks.

Get Inspired Should you need inspiration, peruse the Internet for some modern kitchen ideas, or visit some brick-andmortar businesses. Doing a bit of research into the latest kitchen fashions will help you find something you and your loved ones enjoy and help you keep your home looking contemporary.

Adding Your Own Unique Touches While it is nice to update the look of your home, there is no rule asserting that your kitchen must look the same as or similar to those of others. Indeed, it is better to add a few unique touches to make your kitchen your own.

Feeling Content Modernizing your kitchen is not about impressing anyone other than the people who live in your home. If you and the members of your family are happy, cozy, and comfortable in the kitchen, you have accomplished your mission.

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| $2,150,000 | MLS# | $2,150,000 | MLS# BREVARD 3732534 BREVARD 3732534 log homes rustic touches, exposed-beam ceilings, TwoTwo log homes withwith rustic touches, exposed-beam ceilings, of natural Taylor (828) 484-3130. and and tonstons of natural light.light.

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| $1,700,000 | MLS# | $1,700,000 | MLS# PISGAH FOREST 3791207 PISGAH FOREST 3791207 A 66-acre French Broad estate located 10 minutes A 66-acre French Broad RiverRiver estate located onlyonly 10 minutes downtown Brevard.

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BILTMORE FOREST | $9,750,000 | MLS# 3720073 BILTMORE FOREST | $9,750,000 | MLS# 3720073

Exceptional 4.4-acre course estate distant Pisgah range views, historic stables, green house, Exceptional 4.4-acre golfgolf course estate withwith distant Pisgah range views, historic stables, green house, resort carriage house, exquisite landscape.

Skoglund (828) 273-0277. resort stylestyle pool,pool, carriage house, andand exquisite landscape.

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| $1,350,000 | MLS# | $1,350,000 | MLS# CHAMPION HILLS 3801855 CHAMPION HILLS 3801855 dramatic, panoramic western mountain views.

EnjoyEnjoy dramatic, panoramic western mountain views.

Buhrke Amber Saxon (828) 693-0072.

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| $1,300,000 | MLS# | $1,300,000 | MLS# HENDERSONVILLE 3803236 HENDERSONVILLE 3803236 breathtaking views of Eastern the Eastern OpenOpen floorfloor planplan withwith breathtaking views of the Continental Divide.

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LEICESTER | $3,000,000 | MLS# 3797712 LEICESTER | $3,000,000 | MLS# 3797712

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| $1,295,000 | MLS# | $1,295,000 | MLS# BEAVERDAM 3806985 BEAVERDAM RUNRUN 3806985 views of the Ridge Mountains downtown Asheville.

Vivien Snyder (828) 712-4397. of the BlueBlue Ridge Mountains andand downtown Asheville.

Vivien Snyder (828) 712-4397.

Modern mountain masterpiece an abundance of natural views Modern mountain masterpiece withwith an abundance of natural Smith Kaderabek (828) 215-3393. light.light.

JulieJulie Smith and and ToddTodd Kaderabek (828) 215-3393.

UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT | $1,288,000 | MLS# | $1,219,000 | MLS# | $1,288,000 | MLS# | $1,219,000 | MLS# WAYNESVILLE 3811432 BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782569 WAYNESVILLE 3811432 BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782569 Beautiful mountain views, located in gated Villages of Plott Beautiful Beautiful lot with access to Tom course.

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| $1,200,000 | MLS# | $1,200,000 | MLS# CARRIAGE PARK 3796272 CARRIAGE PARK 3796272 Mountain views will stop in your tracks Mountain views thatthat will stop you you in your tracks plusplus a a gorgeous remodeling.

Bill Fishburne (828) 777-0096. gorgeous remodeling.

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UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT | $1,150,000 | MLS# | $1,150,000 | MLS# FAIRVIEW 3786254 FAIRVIEW 3786254 Gorgeous colonial-style home on aonlevel 3.3 3.3 acres in beautiful Gorgeous colonial-style home a level acres in beautiful CaneCane Creek Valley.

Bunny Morris (828) 691-9046.

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| $1,118,300 | MLS# | $1,118,300 | MLS# BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782548 BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782548 Beautiful lot with access to Tom FazioFazio golfgolf course.

Beautiful lot with access to Tom course.

Heather Chambers and and JJ Murphy (828) 980-2401.

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| $1,000,000 | MLS# | $1,000,000 | MLS# ASHBROOK 3795807 ASHBROOK 3795807 Beautiful, cozycozy home nestled between a stream andand the the rolling Beautiful, home nestled between a stream rolling hillshills of Cane Creek valley.

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TheThe grandeur of the entry andand sweeping staircase, thethe soaring ceilings, crown molding, andand hardwood grandeur of the entry sweeping staircase, soaring ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors areare justjust a few of this home’s outstanding features.

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Miller Alice Miller (828) 777-2513.

PENDING PENDING | $1,000,000 | MLS# | $1,000,000 | MLS# CHAMPION HILLS 3807817 CHAMPION HILLS 3807817 One-of-a-kind findfind withwith natural, spring fed fed waterfall.

One-of-a-kind natural, spring waterfall.

MaryMary KayKay Buhrke and and Amber Saxon (828) 693-0072.

Buhrke Amber Saxon (828) 693-0072.

UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT | $985,000 | MLS# | $975,000 | MLS# | $985,000 | MLS# | $975,000 | MLS# QUEENS GAPGAP 3810803 HENDERSONVILLE 3778180 QUEENS 3810803 HENDERSONVILLE 3778180 Spectacular unobstructed long-range views.

Located overover StepStep intointo a piece of Hendersonville history.

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Located a piece of Hendersonville history. home 2,000 feetfeet in elevation. builtbuilt in 1890.

Stephen G. Duncan (828) 777-5718.

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| $965,000 | MLS# | $965,000 | MLS# WAYNESVILLE 3790171 WAYNESVILLE 3790171 Private oasisoasis located in gated Villages of Plott Creek.

Private located in gated Villages of Plott Creek.

Karen Hollingsed and and Krista Valentine (828) 734-4597.

Karen Hollingsed Krista Valentine (828) 734-4597.

| $874,500 | MLS# | $874,500 | MLS# BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782560 BRIGHT’S CREEK 3782560 Beautiful lot with to access TomTom FazioFazio golfgolf course.

Beautiful lot with to access course.

Heather Chambers and and JJ Murphy (828) 699-5914.

Heather Chambers JJ Murphy (828) 699-5914.

LAKE TOXAWAY | $2,630,000 | MLS# 3535386 LAKE TOXAWAY | $2,630,000 | MLS# 3535386 | $849,900 | MLS# | $849,900 | MLS# CLYDE 3777103 CLYDE 3777103 Exceptional privacy, andand long-range mountain views.

Exceptional privacy, long-range mountain views.

Brian K. Noland and and Catherine Proben (828) 214-7013.

Brian K. Noland Catherine Proben (828) 214-7013.

| $845,000 | MLS# | $845,000 | MLS# MAGGIE VALLEY 3802835 MAGGIE VALLEY 3802835 Master’s Landing Premium Home withwith unique design.

Master’s Landing Premium Home unique design.

Brian K. Noland and and Catherine Proben (828) 214-7013.

Brian K. Noland Catherine Proben (828) 214-7013.

Hidden mountain oasis in the Western North Carolina mountains directly borders Pisgah National Forest Hidden mountain oasis in the Western North Carolina mountains directly borders Pisgah National Forest andand is exquisitely perched overover thethe West ForkFork of the French Broad River.

Steve Owen (828) 507-8225. is exquisitely perched West of the French Broad River.

Steve Owen (828) 507-8225.

| $784,000 | MLS# | $784,000 | MLS# LAKE LURE 3788432 LAKE LURE 3788432 Beautiful, private mountain home in gated community of of Beautiful, private mountain home in gated community VistaVista at Bills Mountain.

Lyn Lyn Weaver (828) 674-9864. at Bills Mountain.

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| $775,000 | MLS# | $775,000 | MLS# WAYNESVILLE 3796518 WAYNESVILLE 3796518 Tucked among the the BlueBlue Ridge Mountains in the historic Tucked among Ridge Mountains in the historic Waynesville Country Club.Club.

Pamela Williams (803) 528-5039.

Waynesville Country Pamela Williams (803) 528-5039.

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he world is your oyster as you ga e toward the isgah range o er $3,500,000 the manicured golf course of the 4 Bedrooms iltmore lu , . prime acres offer 4 Bathrooms e ceptional landscape and pri a2 Half Baths 6,792 SF cy for this reno ated historically 1.410 AC significant manor with sta le, green house, guest house and resort style pool. lorious gardens, terraces and lawns ec on you to en oy the good agnificent iews in the liffs of Walnut o e life. pacious rooms with e ery Every conceivable amenity is here including a magnificent view. Entertain outdoors amenity offer a wine lifestyle second to on your covered porch with fireplace and kitchen. A 2,500 bottle cellar, and entertainment area with 13’ bar add ambiance to this home. Enjoy a membership that none. erfect the iltmore lifestyle includes 7 Championship Golf courses, tennis, spa, fitness and fine dining. MLS# 3458740 and ma e it your s.

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LIVE YOUR DREAM in a story penthouse with its own pri ate floor plan and grassy terrace and stunning aulted iews of downtown s ceilings. he ery signature s yline. spacious rooms and aulted glass o Elegant ome on the olf ourse in iltmoreguest orestapartment for a gem of a The gracious entrance features a doubl staircase opening to formal oast rooms,super an open li ing lifestyle. kitchen, family room with a stone fireplace, and a screened porch.for Full aylight lower e eryone.

MLS:3664257 level ready to finish offers great potential. Carved from an historic estate the old stone MLS:3741746 $1,695,000 wall with a moon gate form a backdrop for the koi pond. MS# 587680 $2,250,000

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THE RAMBLE, BILTMORE FOREST In the manner of a fine European country home this estate will offer you a life of pleasure and leisure from its library/music room to it billiards room, wine cellar and great room segueing to the covered terrace with a fireplace. While the weight and fine details whisper of the past, the floor plan with its immense kitchen/great room speaks so well to today’s lifestyle. This baronial home offers a guest/staff apartment as well as community amenities like trails, sports courts, clubhouse, saline pool and a fitness center all behind the gates. Love where you live. MLS:3782579 | $5,950,000

HAMPTON PARISH Supremely private mountain aerie featuring exciting architecture and exquisite views.

Custom built with open vaulted rooms, about 10 minutes from downtown excitement, Over 4600 square feet on 2.27 pristine acres. $1,795,000

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I would love to help you in 2022!

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For All Seasons

Exciting New Community in Asheville!

Packages are selling fast - Come see how we are growing.

Ashecroft is focused on custom-quality construction in a wooded environment, close to shopping and services with a variety of home plans. Each floor plan has been thoughtfully designed for easy living, so you can truly have your forever home now! Some features include site finished oak floors, Silestone quartz counters, tile showers, Pella windows and doors, 9’ ceilings on main level. Mature wooded common areas provide a serene and beautiful setting. Easy access to downtown Asheville, the Arboretum, and the Blue Ridge Parkway!

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SPACIOUS HOME IN FLAT ROCK LOCATED IN DESIRABLE CLAREMONT NEIGHBORHOOD!

Spacious home in Flat Rock located in desirable Claremont neighborhood! This brick home is well built and waiting for you to make it your own. The main level living with double car garage & generous basement office, shop & one car garage.

The semi-open floorplan allows the kitchen to open to the den and sunroom. The den is nice and cozy with a natural gas log FP. The sunroom is great for reading and enjoying nature. The large primary bedroom and bath have a walk-in closet. The guest bedrooms are generous in size and have a shared bathroom for all guests.

The oversized main-level garage has a workspace, cedar closet & an exterior door.

The beautiful lot is private with a level driveway. Don’t let this one getaway!

3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,977 SF | 0.91 AC | MLS: 3795041 | $525,000

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Private Mountain Living

UPPER LODGE With boundless opportunities: retreat, conference center, wedding venue, or vacation getaway! Nestled on 75+ acres near Gorges State Park, 45 minutes to the Asheville airport, and within 1-hour of Biltmore Estate, waterfalls, fishing, climbing, hiking, canoeing, rafting, breweries, and more! Great care has been put into TWO beautiful log homes with rustic touches like exposed-beam ceilings and tons of natural light. Relax in the great outdoors, swim in the pool, soak in the hot tub, and play in the yard. Years of rental history between both homes sleeping for up to 31 plus plenty of parking. The conference building holds up to 60. Pristine mature woodland setting with a creek, mountain views, pasture, barn, 3-car detached garage, outbuildings, and indoor/outdoor fireplaces/pits. Fully equipped kitchens and owner bedrooms on the main floor of each home. One-of-a-kind property is only 4 miles to the grocery store and gas in Rosman. Furnishings are available.

LOWER LODGE

4 BD | 4 BA | 4,357 SF | 75.4 AC | MLS: 3732534 | $2,150,000

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A distinguished provenance, The Erle Stillwell House ca. 1925...

Norman Tudor Revival offered for the first time in 26 years. This spectacular home is a showcase example of the top quality materials & design elements used by the revered architect. A nominated Local Historic Landmark & recognized on the National Register. Original hardware,Wall Sconces, Brass & Glass Doorknobs & Brass switch plates, Solid Eight Panel Cherry Doors & Leaded Casement Windows are found throughout. Gorgeous cooks Kitchen adjoins stately Dining Room. Stunning Great Room features Cherry Paneling, rough plastered ceiling, Built-in Bookcases & carved Limestone fireplace w/Granite Hearth. Adjoining Sunroom features original design window mullions, new Ribbed Copper Roofing, 2 sets of French Doors lead to Bluestone Patios. Discerning main staircase & back staircase which leads to 4 Bedrooms, 2 ensuite. Closets are cedar lined. Extensively landscaped, mature Specimen plantings, Slate walkways & Stone retaining walls.

MLS# 380324 | $930,000

Laura Flores

Broker/Owner, GRI, ABR, SFR, SRES, CNE, PSA “Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor”

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Terri Eisenhauer Signature Properties

$1,100,000 MLS#3799668

An incredibly rare find where character abounds in the architectural elements of this masterfully crafted home boasting vaulted ceilings and open floor plan w/ fabulous space for entertaining. Gracefully situated on 1.6 private acres overlooking the 17th Signature Hole-this property makes a statement. Main level features wall of windows, great rm w/ fireplace, designer kitchen w/ island, pantry and every amenity imaginable, grand dining rm w/ tray ceiling, breakfast rm, luxurious owners suite w/ sitting rm and spa-like bath, study w/ fireplace, oak walls and bookcases, den w/ fireplace, laundry rm, 2 powder baths and bar area. Two guest suites, full bath, office and sitting area are on the 2nd level. Amazing lower level boasts a full kitchen, family/game rm w/ fireplace, guest rm, full bath, study, in home fitness area and flex space. Incredible golf course views from the multi-level expansive decking. 3 car garage. Prime location- short stroll to all amenities. Simply Stunning!

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Majestic long range views-where the splendor of the mountains is all you can see. This spectacular home is situated on 2.23 gorgeous acres offering the utmost in privacy. Exquisite architectural details & finishes featuring vaulted ceilings, designer kitchen w/ custom cabinetry & island, dining area w/ wall of windows, solarium, great room w/ stone fireplace & built-ins, library w/ 120’ of bookcases & rolling ladder to navigate shelves, powder BA w/unique vanity & vessel sink, luxurious master suite w/ built-ins, walk-in closet, double vanity w/ marble, heated tile floors, auto shades, soaking tub w/ marble surround & walk-in shower. Elevator that takes you to lower & 2nd level. The 2nd level boasts office w/ stairs to access the master suite, bridge walk & guest suite. Lower level features family room, wine room, 2nd master suite & gym w/ sauna. 2 car detached garage plus golf cart garage. Outdoor living options abound w/ Ige expansive decking & garden patio. Luxury Living at its Best!

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Selecting the Best Remodeling Contractor Many homeowners desire to make their home more luxurious with simple remodeling techniques; others create room additions for extra space. Any updates or remodeling efforts bring greater value to the home and increased comfort for those who own the home. However, it’s wise to assess the situation, determine what improvements you would like, then find the best home remodeling contractor to help you fulfill your needs. With so many contractors from which to choose, it can be overwhelming deciding which company to hire.

Here are 6 things to look for when selecting a home remodeling contractor.

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Expertise First, you want to ensure that you find only those contractors with the expertise you can trust.

Contractors with some type of schooling will bring extra value to the job. Their expertise in home design will shine through. In addition, you want to make sure the contracting company has the proper certifications and licenses, such as:

• Home improvement License • Appropriate County Building License • Building Contractor License This, combined with several years of hands-on experience, secures a contracting company you can feel comfortable with.

Customer Delight One evidence of a fantastic home improvement

contractor is customers who are beyond satisfied; they are delighted with the work of the contractor. There is nothing quite as strong as testimonials from customers.

Word of mouth advertising is powerful, and people tend to believe others. Past customers can provide details about workmanship, integrity, promptness, courtesy, friendliness, and more when they give their reviews.

Testimonials are therefore crucial because you get a perspective of the company that you won’t get anywhere else. When reading testimonials, look for information that indicates the contractors:

• Went above and beyond the task given • Delivered exactly what was expected • Conducted themselves professionally • Handled themselves in a friendly way • Followed up after the job was completed

Stunning Portfolio An excellent job is evidenced by seeing the result in pictures. You are probably familiar with the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words; so, while a company may tout the benefits of working with them, seeing the completed work brings to light the beauty of the craft. A portfolio is an excellent way to view the company’s work and see it in action. Looking at pictures of the contractor’s work also provides you with possible ideas for your own renovation or room addition project.

Check the company website for a portfolio option and discover the artistic designs of architects who love their work. A designer’s work reflects pride and creativity when their heart is in it. When you decide to take the step to invest in your home, you want someone who is just as invested.

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BEFORE REMODEL

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AFTER

Contractor’s Special Care for Your Home When workers come into your home to make modifications, upgrades, or additions, a lot happens.

They will be bringing things in and out of your home and cutting into existing wood, while knocking down other portions of the home. All of this can be unsettling for many people. When you find a contractor who genuinely cares for your home as if it was their own, then you know you have found someone valuable.

Trusting your contractor to come and go in your home and not having to worry is a wonderful feeling. It will be evident that a contractor is showing respect for your home by the way they treat it.

Contractor Considers Special Needs Some people have special requirements for their home. Whether you have a health concern, a concern about small children or pets, or some other issue, a contractor who takes it seriously is an asset. A good contractor will be able to work around your issues. For example, if you have health concerns such as asthma, a 42 Fine Homes & Design | Winter 2022

caring contractor makes sure the dust particles will not aggravate your condition.

Open Communication Getting a whole new look for your home means you need to be involved with the process. Just how much involvement is a debatable question. Some contractors do not like the homeowner stepping in and asking too many questions or interfering once they have started.

This makes things complicated for those homeowners who prefer to be more closely involved in the process.

Also, as the job progresses, you may discover you want to add or change something. It is important to be able to communicate your desire. Fortunately, some businesses welcome questions and the communication lines are always open.

Whether you simply want to revive your home with a renovation or update your space with a home addition, finding the perfect home remodeling contractor is the first step. These tips will guide you in your pursuit.

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Creating the Zen Experience in Your Own Home Have you ever wished you had a place to escape for quiet time, a room away from it all where you can be alone with your thoughts?

More people are creating such a space and calling it a Zen room. A Zen room is any place where you can sit and think without being distracted by the internet. It could be a closet, a corner of a room, or a whole room, but is created to provide calm, peace, and tranquility.

Typically, Zen rooms are decorated with natural or neutral colors, black and white photographs, or artworks that depict the wonders of nature. You can find Zen rooms in homes worldwide, although they may have different names. It’s a room where you can escape for a while without leaving your home. A Zen room is conducive to meditation. It is not specifically a meditation room, although you may choose to use it for meditation.

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What Do People Do in Zen Rooms?

A Zen room can be a place for meditation, yoga, and other spiritual activities. It can also be a place to simply relax and feel at peace with yourself and with the world. In your Zen room, you might listen to music or sit quietly for a time. Whatever you decide to do in your Zen room, you will undoubtedly enjoy going there and having that space to do what you love.

What if you want to create a Zen room in your own home? Here are some characteristics a Zen room should have.

Emphasize Light There’s something therapeutic about natural light.

It helps set your internal circadian rhythm for better mental and physical health, and it has a calming effect.

Choose a room in your home that gets lots of light. Light

restful for your mind. Clutter is the enemy of calm. At most, have a single comfortable chair in your Zen room in a natural material like wicker or rattan. Some people don’t even have furniture; they just have a mat to sit on.

If possible, choose a room with white walls, or lightcolored walls in shades of pale blue or green. Blues and greens are colors that relax the mind. You can also include inexpensive rugs and cushions that feel good against your feet and body.

Add Touches of Nature Nature has a calming effect on the mind and body.

Display plants near the windows where light comes in.

You might even consider an inexpensive desktop fountain to enjoy the sound of flowing water when you spend time in your Zen room. A few simple photos of nature scenes, such as the ocean, will further enhance the calm you feel.

Hide the Clutter

from the sun is the best because it is free, offers the full spectrum of colors, and changes throughout the day. A sunny window or a skylight are ideal. If this isn’t possible, try to use a lamp with full-spectrum lights, which will provide day-like light without glare.

Some people prefer to have a dimmer switch attached to the light fixture so they can adjust the level of light for their individual needs. This can also make it easier to fall asleep afterward in a darkened room. Don’t use fluorescent lighting or any other type of lighting that can strain your eyes after a short time.

Keep It Simple Keep it simple, and sparsely decorated. When you’re trying to relax or meditate, too many objects disrupt the calm state you’re trying to achieve. The last thing you want is lots of clutter to clutter your mind. Focus on what you can remove from your Zen room to make it more

If you live in a small house and can’t remove all the clutter, invest in a room divider to hide the clutter.

Simply position the room divider in front of items you can’t remove, so they’re not visible. But remove as many distractions from your Zen room as possible to create a sense of calm. The main feature that makes a place Zen is the lack of distractions. There should be no television, no computer, no internet access, and no books to distract you. A Zen room is a place you use to escape from those things.

Consider the Aroma of Your Zen Room Certain aromas are relaxing and add to the feeling of Zen. For example, when you feel tense or stressed, add a few drops of lavender or orange oil to a diffuser and let the aroma fill your Zen room. These two scents are proven stress relievers. Just take several deep breaths and let your mind and body relax as you inhale these calming scents.

The Bottom Line To have a Zen room is a privilege; not everyone has one. It’s not about buying an expensive couch or having ornaments on your table, but rather about having an open mind and heart, as well as a quiet space to relax your mind and body. It can be anything you want it to be, as long as it helps you find your Zen. Winter 2022 | Fine Homes & Design 45

A Picture-Perfect Pivot

By Heather Hurst

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t’s a story we’re all too familiar with, by now. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives across the country and the world, but its daily impact was most keenly felt at home. Our homes became our offices, schools and sanctuaries—leading so many people to take on renovations or home improvement projects that it rocked the design and construction sector and shifted the industry in substantial, even surprising ways.

When daily life ground to a halt in 2020, interior designer Emily Richter’s practice EKR Interior Design Inc. was primarily focused on serving clients in the commercial and hospitality sectors. Practically overnight, restaurants replaced themselves with residences. Clients needed answers to storage, functionality and space issues, but beyond the practicality, Richter realized there was a common thread in what her clients sought: a sense of peace.

For many people, coming through the long, shut-in winter of early 2021 into the light and freedom of summer felt like a release from captivity. Staying at home, everyone had received a crash course in how design can support and sustain not just productivity and organization, but one’s own mental and emotional wellbeing. Light, nature and space were no longer taken for granted, but rejoiced in. Everyone was getting back to basics.

So it was with Richter and the color gray. Gray has unequivocally been the stand-out neutral of choice thus far in the 21st century, but like anything that becomes fashionable, too much of a good thing becomes a challenge to reinterpret. When Richter’s client in Asheville told her they loved the color gray, she knew she was up to the task. What she didn’t expect, when she first took on the job, was how it would reignite not only her passion for the residential side of her work, but also for the versatility and elegance of the color gray.

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Entrusting Richter and her team with the project while quarantined offsite, the client did not get to preview the remodel until the project was completed. Emily found the modern mountain style of their house charming and knew its character would play well to a streamlined aesthetic.

“There are so many possibilities with remodeling and that’s something I really enjoy,” says Richter.

“I love to envision the potential of what’s already there.

Simplifying things is usually the best solution, only making changes where necessary.”

In reimagining the client’s well-cared-for but outdated master bathroom, Richter looked first to the outdoors. By replacing the small window and creating a centerpiece glass wall, the space now maximizes light, while taking full advantage of its stunning privacy and views. A simple, modern retractable shade was installed to complement the clean lines, while affording the option for additional privacy.

The floating vanity and cabinets are a custom design made by a local cabinetmaker, featuring a matte finish quartz composite countertop. The backdrop of artisan glass tile adds more interest to the space than did the previous wall to wall mirror.

While overdesigning the room might have competed with its indisputable star—the view—Richter has carefully combined and selected sophisticated materials that elevate the space and truly rise to the occasion. The most prominent feature is the tile, a large format onyx porcelain is the main finish, accented with a glass mosaic. The subtle interplay of patterns creates interest, while the soft, muted gray palette allows the eye to rest and draws one’s view to the mountains beyond. Even the delicate, modern light fixture belies her expertise: instead of choosing a statement light that interferes with the view, she has skillfully incorporated an arrestingly simple and elegant wall fixture that radiates a sense of intimate, cozy luxury.

It is, at once, an ideal setting for forgetting about the world, and also for preparing to face it once again. For Richter, it has reaffirmed her love of transforming a space and making it extraordinary.

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CUSTOM CONTEMPORARY WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS Builder’s personal home, handbuilt with extra attention to every last detail, this 4BR/3BA home with a bonus room is located in The Ridge, a lovely gated community just 20 mins from downtown Asheville. The spacious main level has an open floor plan with tons of windows to take in the mountain views. Multiple covered decks both up and down for outdoor living. Second living quarters on lower level with 2BRs and a full kitchen with a custom bar for entertaining or multigenerational living. With all the bells and whistles you’d expect and some you’d never think of — but will be glad they did — like double HVAC units, two 200-amp service panels, a deck ready and wired for a hot tub, and 2x6 construction, just to name a few. Community pool, pavilion and playgrounds; low HOA fees.

34 ALASKAN DRIVE, LEICESTER, NC 28748 4 BR/3 BA + Bonus • 3,363 SF • 0.81 Acre • MLS #3803377

ALYSSA AUGUSTINE

828.633.5051 ALYSSA@MYMOSAICREALTY.COM

CREATE A MINI-FARM OASIS ON 7.67 BEAUTIFUL ACRES Almost 8-acre investment property in Leicester, only 20 minutes to downtown Asheville. Original Alexander Family Property has tons of history and charm. Three acres contain a spacious 4-bedroom farmhouse and income-producing extras including a garage apartment and a mobile home site. The additional 4.67 acres are divided into three lots on Quiet Woods Drive in Whispering Pines subdivision, and they are suitable for livestock, farming, and/or development. Storage spaces include a barn, two sheds (wired for electricity), and a garage under the apartment. Property contains a lovely creek and an amazing spring for farming and/or drinking; could be reconnected to the house.

House would make a great vacation rental!

11 QUINN DRIVE, LEICESTER, NC 28748 Main House: 4 BD/1 BA • 1,981 SF • 7.67 ACRES Apartment: 2 BD/1 BA • 620 SF MLS #3799800, 3801730, 3801722

MAIN HOUSE

VANESSA BYRD

828.275.8534 VANESSA@MYMOSAICREALTY.COM

APARTMENT

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