11 Roberts Drive Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tucked into the quiet folds of Swannanoa, where the ridgelines soften and the pace slows, 11 Roberts Drive is a mountain retreat built for the way people actually want to live in Western North Carolina — unhurried, private, and close enough to everything that matters.
Set on 2.68 wooded acres in the established Laurel Acres community, this 2,102-square-foot home strikes a balance rarely found at this price point: real acreage and real privacy, without sacrificing proximity to Asheville and Black Mountain. The drive in feels like an exhale. Mature trees frame the property, the noise of daily life falls away, and long-range mountain views begin to unfold before you've even parked the car.
Inside, the layout is generous and easy — three bedrooms and three and a half baths spread across a floor plan designed for both quiet mornings and full-house gatherings. The kitchen anchors the home, built around a spacious island that naturally pulls people in, whether it's coffee at sunrise or a glass of wine while dinner comes together. Sightlines from the main living space stretch toward the mountains beyond, so the view is never far from wherever you happen to be standing.
The home's real signature, though, is its wraparound porch — an outdoor room in its own right, expansive enough for morning coffee on one end and evening conversation on the other, all while framed by the layered blue ridges Western North Carolina is known for. This is the kind of feature that changes how a family actually uses a home: dinners move outside, weekends slow down, and the mountains become part of daily life rather than a backdrop to glimpse from a window.
Laurel Acres offers the privacy of acreage living with none of the isolation — Black Mountain's shops and restaurants and Asheville's culture, breweries, and arts scene are both a short, easy drive away. Warren Wilson College, the Swannanoa River corridor, and the trailheads of the Blue Ridge Parkway are all within easy reach, making this an ideal home base for buyers who want mountain quiet on weekdays and mountain adventure on weekends.
For buyers searching for a primary residence, a work-from-home retreat, or a foothold in one of Buncombe County's most desirable mountain corridors, 11 Roberts Drive offers something increasingly rare: acreage, privacy, view, and location, all in one address. This is not a house to drive past — it's a place to slow down in.
Property Highlights
Wraparound porch designed for morning coffee, evening wind-down, and everything in between
2.68 private, wooded acres in the sought-after Laurel Acres community
Long-range mountain views from multiple vantage points on the property
Spacious kitchen island built for entertaining, not just cooking
Three full living levels of flexible space — 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
Minutes from downtown Black Mountain's shops, breweries, and dining
Easy access to Asheville, Warren Wilson College, and the Blue Ridge Parkway
Established mountain neighborhood with mature trees and a sense of seclusion
Ideal for buyers seeking a full-time residence, remote-work retreat, or weekend mountain escape
A rare combination of privacy, acreage, and everyday convenience
FAQ
- Where is 11 Roberts Drive located in Swannanoa, NC? This home is in the mountains of Swannanoa-4wd is suggested.
- How many acres does the property at 11 Roberts Drive include? 2.68 acres
- How far is 11 Roberts Drive from downtown Black Mountain and Asheville? 17 minutes to Black Mountain. 19 minutes to Asheville
- Does 11 Roberts Drive have mountain views? yes
- How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 11 Roberts Drive have? 3
- Is 11 Roberts Drive a good fit for buyers wanting privacy and acreage near Asheville? yes. This home is tucked away in complete privacy with gorgeous views but less than 20 minutes to Black Mountain and Asheville. And Swannanoa is growing fast!
- Who is the listing agent for 11 Roberts Drive, Swannanoa, NC? Mary Noble Braden and Holly Lindsey
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