North Carolina Mountain Properties

Mars Hill

About 20 miles north of Asheville, in Madison County is Mars Hill, NC.  Mars Hill is located on the newly opened Interstate 26 corridor to Erwin and Johnson City Tennessee. The town has many diverse businesses, professional offices and services which provides the 1800+ residents a wonderful place to live, work, shop, learn, and enjoy a leisurely pace and quality of life.

Mars Hill University, a co-ed private liberal arts college, established in the 1865, is the focal point of that small community, and has a strong commitment to preserving and promoting the local music and dance traditions of the southern Appalachian area.  Bascom Lamar Lunsford, the founder of the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival - which celebrates mountain music, arts and crafts every autumn - grew up in Mars Hill.

Other major attractions to the area include the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, the Wolf Laurel Ski Resort and Lodge, the Appalachian Trail, the Heritage and Blackberry Festival and the and wonderful trout fishing in the Big Laurel River.

 

Most Recent Mars Hill LIstings

$649,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4406636 MLS ⋅ 2,334 SqFt. ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Situated on 2.42 private acres just minutes from downtown Mars Hill, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the rare combination of in-town convenience and tucked-away seclusion. The single-story design creates an effortless flow from room to room — no stairs to navigate, no wasted space. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone the moment you arrive — rocking chairs, morning light, the kind of spot that makes you slow down before you even step inside. The comfortable living room draws you in, warm and inviting, with a natural flow that keeps you connected to the rest of the home. Just beyond, a large, bright family room opens things up — flooded with natural light and designed for how people actually gather. Whether it's a quiet evening or a house full of friends, these two spaces work together, creating room to spread out without ever feeling disconnected. At the heart of it all, the kitchen opens directly to a large deck, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. Whether it's morning coffee or an evening gathering around the firepit, the transition is seamless. Beyond the deck, a big open yard unfolds — room to garden, room to play, room to host the kind of gathering that spills from family room to kitchen to deck to yard without anyone feeling crowded. The private, wooded setting makes you feel like you're much farther from town than you actually are. Four well-proportioned bedrooms and 2.5 baths provide comfortable space for residents and guests alike. A 2-car attached garage and a large unfinished basement with exterior entrance round out the practical side — abundant storage or the canvas for future finished space, your vision, your timeline. Minutes to Mars Hill University, I-26, and the charm of downtown Mars Hill. Twenty-five minutes to Asheville. Private tours by appointment.

1082 S Main Street, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. marycade@uniquecollective.us
$289,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4407944 MLS ⋅ 1,264 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Think affordable mountain living means choosing between location, condition, or space? Not here. Built in 2024 in Mars Hill, this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers bright, comfortable, one-level living. It is the kind of property buyers keep hoping to find: a nearly new home, low-maintenance living, mountain views, usable outdoor space, and convenient access to the places you need to be. Inside, the open living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together naturally for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious living room offers plenty of room to gather, while multiple windows bring in natural light and views of the surrounding greenery. The kitchen is both practical and inviting, with generous cabinet and counter space, coordinating appliances, and a large center island that provides additional prep space and casual seating. The adjoining dining area opens directly to the rear deck, making it easy to grill, dine outside, or step out and enjoy the fresh mountain air. The split-bedroom floor plan gives the primary suite added privacy. Two additional bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the home near the second full bath, offering flexibility for guests, a home office, hobbies, or everyday household needs. A dedicated laundry area keeps household tasks organized without taking space away from the main living areas. Outside, the new front and rear decks extend the living space and create inviting places to relax. Start your morning on the front deck while taking in the mountain views, or unwind on the rear deck at the end of the day. The manageable yard offers usable space for pets, gardening, or play without becoming a full-time maintenance project. Ample driveway parking provides room for multiple vehicles, and the outbuilding conveys, offering excellent storage for tools, lawn equipment, seasonal items, and outdoor gear. The home is served by city water and a private septic system approved for three bedrooms. With newer systems, low-maintenance finishes, and meticulous care throughout, the next owner can focus on settling in rather than immediately taking on repairs and upgrades. The location makes this opportunity even more appealing. Mars Hill University and I-26 are approximately five minutes away, placing groceries, shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Downtown Weaverville is less than 15 minutes away, offering even more dining, shopping, and services, along with convenient access to the future AdventHealth hospital campus now under construction, while still allowing you to come home to the quieter pace and mountain scenery of Madison County. Whether you are searching for your first home, your next home, or a simpler way to enjoy Western North Carolina, 132 E View Drive offers a hard-to-find combination of newer condition, practical space, attractive outdoor areas, useful storage, mountain views, and convenience. Multiple financing options are available; contact agent for details. The furniture may also be negotiated with a favorable offer, creating the possibility of an even easier move. Schedule your private showing and discover just how attainable mountain living can be.

132 E View Drive, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of NorthGroup Real Estate LLC. brandiyoungrealestate@gmail.com
$2,850,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4407984 MLS ⋅ 4,723 SqFt. ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Among the most remarkable luxury mountain homes for sale in North Carolina, 817 Running Cedar Lane is a French Country inspired mountain estate blending exceptional craftsmanship, professionally designed interiors and breathtaking long range Blue Ridge Mountain views in a setting that cannot be duplicated. Positioned high above the valley with an easterly orientation, the home captures spectacular sunrises and an ever changing panorama of layered mountain ranges, drifting clouds and seasonal color. Road to road ownership provides valuable control over the foreground view shed, helping preserve the open mountain outlook that makes this setting extraordinary. Inside, the residence is warm, elegant and distinctive. Furnishings, finishes and decorative elements were individually selected to complement its refined French mountain character. Substantial stonework, richly finished wood, exposed beams, graceful arches, custom cabinetry and carefully chosen lighting create enduring quality throughout. This is Western North Carolina luxury real estate at its most thoughtful, substantial without feeling imposing and sophisticated without losing the warmth of a true mountain home. A dramatic great room with soaring ceilings, expansive windows and an impressive stone fireplace flows into the dining area and beautifully appointed kitchen. Whether entertaining, preparing dinner or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, long-range views remain part of every experience. The main level primary suite is a private sanctuary with its own fireplace, beautifully appointed bath and private balcony overlooking the mountains, perfect for morning coffee or watching clouds move through the valleys below. The finished lower level includes three additional bedrooms and baths, including a second primary suite mirroring the comfort and generous proportions of the main level retreat. This arrangement provides privacy for family, extended stay guests or multigenerational living. With four bedrooms and four full baths, the home offers grand gathering spaces and private retreats where everyone can feel at home. Beyond the finished living areas, extensive unfinished space provides flexibility for recreation, fitness, wine storage, a theater, workshop or collection space. The measured floor plan reflects approximately 4,723 square feet of finished living area and more than 10,000 square feet of total measured space, including extensive unfinished and excluded areas. Covered porches and outdoor living spaces extend the home into its surroundings, offering a front-row seat to cool summer mornings, autumn color and unforgettable days above the clouds. For buyers seeking a mountain home with long-range views, this property offers a unique combination of elevation, privacy, protected scenery, refined interiors and generous space. Located within Wolf Laurel, a private, high elevation gated mountain community near Asheville, the property is surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. The community encompasses more than 5,000 acres, reaches elevations above 5,000 feet and offers gated access, road maintenance and direct Appalachian Trail access. Optional memberships provide access to championship mountain golf, clubhouse dining, fitness facilities, swimming, pickleball, tennis, trout fishing and an active calendar of social and recreational activities. Nearby Hatley Pointe brings skiing, year-round dining at Smoke & Timber and a new lift-served downhill mountain bike park opening in August 2026. Asheville, NC, and Johnson City, TN, are each approximately 50 minutes away, placing two regional airports, healthcare, dining and cultural destinations within convenient reach. 817 Running Cedar is more than a luxury home near Asheville or another beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain home. It is a fully realized vision, architecture, interiors and landscape working together to create a true legacy property inside the gates of Wolf Laurel.

817 Running Cedar Lane Unit #32, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. carrieleehoffman@remax.net
$990,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4406923 MLS ⋅ 4,616 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Some homes are built to fit neatly into a category. This one was built to be remembered. Perched atop a mountain in the heart of Western North Carolina, this remarkable three-bedroom log home is for the buyer who has always dreamed of owning a true mountain cabin only on a much grander scale. Rich wood, massive hand-hewn beams, stonework and a striking central fireplace give the home its authentic character, while walls of windows frame the surrounding mountains and bring the landscape into nearly every gathering space. From the front porch, the ever-present view of Big Bald Mountain becomes part of daily life, changing with the light, weather and seasons. The expansive, multi-level floor plan offers an extraordinary amount of room for family and friends. The main level features generous living, dining and kitchen areas that flow together for entertaining, plus a pantry and access to an approximately 44-foot-long deck. Upstairs, the private bedroom spaces are complemented by a dedicated office, multiple bathrooms, a balcony and dramatic overlooks into the living areas below. The lower level feels like a destination of its own, with a large family room centered around a second fireplace, a game room, laundry, utility rooms, and additional flexible spaces for hobbies, recreation or spillover guests. Outside, covered porches, open decks, stone terraces and expansive acreage create a private mountaintop retreat surrounded by hardwood forest and long range mountain scenery. It feels wonderfully removed from the noise of everyday life, yet it is only approximately five minutes from Hatley Pointe Ski Resort, offering winter skiing, year-round fine dining at Smoke & Timber and a summertime downhill bike park scheduled to open in August 2026. Wolf Laurel’s acclaimed high elevation golf course is also nearby, along with Mars Hill, Burnsville and convenient access to Interstate 26. Asheville Regional Airport and Tri-Cities Airport near Johnson City, Tennessee, are each approximately 45 minutes away. This is not an ordinary cabin and it is not meant for an ordinary buyer. It is a home for large gatherings, long weekends that turn into entire seasons, quiet mornings overlooking Big Bald and evenings spent around the fire. For someone who has always imagined owning a substantial, authentic mountain retreat with room for everyone, this may be the place where that dream finally takes shape.

1185 Black Bear Drive, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. carrieleehoffman@remax.net
$750,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4406570 MLS ⋅ 2,150 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked away on one of Wolf Laurel’s most desirable streets, 156 Cottage Lane offers a rare opportunity in a location where homes seldom become available. Located within a premier high elevation gated community in the Western North Carolina mountains, this four bedroom mountain home combines privacy, exceptional amenities and fabulous year-round, long range Blue Ridge Mountain views. Each of the four spacious bedrooms features a private en suite bathroom, creating an ideal layout for comfortably hosting family and friends. The open concept living room, dining area and kitchen form a welcoming gathering space designed for entertaining and spending time together. Expansive windows keep the ever changing mountain views at the center of daily life, whether preparing dinner, sharing a meal or relaxing by the fire. Outside, the expansive deck provides a front row seat to layered Blue Ridge Mountains, peaceful morning mist, brilliant fall color, snow covered winter peaks and unforgettable sunset views. It is the perfect setting for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the cool mountain air. Wolf Laurel is a 5,300 acre, high elevation gated mountain and golf community with 24 hour security, surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. A nature lover’s paradise, the community offers approximately 50 miles of internal trails and numerous access points to the Appalachian Trail. Property owners also enjoy a private community entrance to Big Bald, known for some of the most spectacular panoramic views in Western North Carolina. The home is conveniently located near the Wolf Laurel Country Club, its 18 hole championship golf course, clubhouse dining, social activities and 24 hour fitness center. An Equity Village Club membership will convey with the property, with the buyer responsible for the transfer fee, providing access to additional recreational amenities and activities. Nearby Hatley Pointe adds even more to Wolf Laurel’s four season mountain lifestyle, with year round fine dining and a downhill mountain bike park scheduled to open in August 2026. From golf, hiking and Appalachian Trail adventures to fitness, dining, mountain biking and community activities, Wolf Laurel offers something to enjoy throughout every season. For buyers searching for a high elevation home, gated golf community, four season mountain retreat or year round Blue Ridge Mountain views, 156 Cottage Lane delivers the setting and lifestyle that make Wolf Laurel one of the most distinctive communities in the WNC mountains.

156 Cottage Lane Unit #13, Mars Hill

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. carrieleehoffman@remax.net
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