46 Michele Ln, Leicester, NC 28748
Imagine waking up to the slower rhythm of mountain living while still being within easy reach of Asheville’s restaurants, galleries, breweries, and cultural experiences. Tucked away in Leicester, North Carolina, 46 Michele Lane offers the rare combination of privacy, usable acreage, and the freedom to create the mini-farm lifestyle you have been dreaming about.
Set on 2.48 acres in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, this peaceful retreat provides the foundation for a simpler way of life—with established fencing and paddock areas already in place for those ready to welcome goats, chickens, gardens, or other small farm pursuits. Here, mornings can begin with coffee overlooking your land, afternoons can be spent outdoors, and evenings can gather around the fire as the mountains settle into the quiet.
The thoughtfully designed home offers nearly 3,000 square feet of living space with four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and an additional half bath. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level, creating comfortable one-level living while providing additional space throughout the home for guests, hobbies, or a home office.
Inside, warm mountain touches like the wood stove create a welcoming atmosphere for cool Appalachian evenings. Multiple living areas, flexible spaces, and a partially finished walk-out basement provide room to adapt the home to your lifestyle—whether that means entertaining friends, creating a workshop, or simply enjoying more room to breathe.
Outside is where this property truly shines. The combination of open usable land, privacy, and existing infrastructure makes it ideal for buyers searching for an Asheville-area homestead, hobby farm, or mountain escape without sacrificing convenience.
Located in Leicester, NC, this property offers a peaceful country setting while remaining approximately 30 minutes from downtown Asheville. It represents the best of Western North Carolina living: room to roam, space to create, and a place where everyday life feels more connected to the land.
Property Highlights
2.48-acre private mountain mini-farm retreat near Asheville
Established fencing and paddock areas ready for hobby farming
Ideal setup for goats, chickens, gardens, or homestead living
Approximately 30 minutes to downtown Asheville
Nearly 3,000 square feet with flexible living spaces
Four bedrooms with primary suite conveniently located on the main level
Cozy wood stove creating a warm mountain-home atmosphere
Attached two-car garage and practical storage options
Walk-out lower level with additional potential living space
Peaceful Leicester setting surrounded by Western NC countryside
FAQ
- Is 46 Michele Ln Leicester NC a good property for a mini farm? It is currently operating as a mini farm
- How far is 46 Michele Ln from downtown Asheville? Under 30 minutes.
- Does 46 Michele Ln have usable acreage? It has 2.48 acres of usable acreage
- Is this Leicester NC home suitable for goats or chickens? This property is suitable for both goats and chickens
- What makes Leicester NC a desirable place to live? Leicester is a peaceful, rural setting and less than 30 minutes to downtown Asheville.
- Does this property have fencing or paddock areas? Fencing and paddocks are already in place.
- What lifestyle does 46 Michele Ln Leicester NC offer? Peaceful rural life with a mini farm but just a short drive to city life!
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