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Moonrise Ridge

Leicester, North Carolina



A classic Bavarian style setting and breathtaking panoramic views are just the beginning at this almost 9-acre mountain property.  Snuggled in the heart of Leicester, just outside Asheville, North Carolina, this stunning home offers over 3,100 square feet of living space.  Inside, experience a hint of European elegance, from the custom designed chandeliers to the ambiance of each room’s special décor.  Also included is a guest house, storage shed and run-in shed for your horses.  Both the main residence and the guest house are being sold fully furnished.  This property boasts a variety of uses plus room to grow.


The Residence | Built in 2001, this extraordinary home is designed to take full advantage of the dramatic views.  Inside, the residence features custom artistic designs, two bedrooms and space for an office or guest quarters.  Whether you’re sipping coffee from the front porch or strolling along the pastoral setting you’ll delight in the magic of this setting.
Entry | Come in and take a closer look at this fully furnished home.  Notice the custom draperies, faux wall finishing, oversized staircase with wrought iron detailed railing, and a multitude of impressive furnishings.
Parlor & Living Room | Vintage.  Antique.  Welcoming. This is the ambiance you’ll experience as you enter this charming home.  In the living room, notice the open floor plan, easy-maintenance Wilson art flooring, beautifully chosen area rugs and gas fireplace with mantle.  The adjacent light-filled parlor features numerous windows plus a variety of antique and specialty furnishings.
Dining Room | Just off the Parlor is the dining area.  Here, an extra large wood crafted table, perfect for a grand feast, awaits you and your guests.  Music lovers will appreciate the large piano.  Cherished collectables can be displayed in the built-in shelving that also doubles as a hidden entrance to mechanical apparatus. The dining room wall color features the soft hue of antique gold and a manipulated wall design that emulates European plaster.
Kitchen | Both novices and culinary specialists will delight in this kitchen.  Open shelving and Thomasville cabinets provide an abundance of storage.  The countertops are tile with a mosaic accent and the kitchen sink is a vintage 5-foot porcelain farm sink. Special hand-crafted bookshelves create an unusual and pleasing kitchen island.
Master Suite | The master suite sets an inviting and tranquil mood.  Detailed in two shades of purple along with a “moon glow” pale beige sponged appearance, this spacious 16 x 20 room is perfect for relaxation while gazing across those amazing mountain views.
Guest Rooms | The second bedroom, tastefully decorated with antiques and wicker furniture, depicts a Caribbean get-a-way.  A large paddle fan plus hand-painted clouds and moon create the allure of a retreat.
Bathrooms | The baths at Moonrise Ridge redefine luxury.  Surround yourself in a timeless place of relaxation and beauty. The downstairs bath offers an Asian flair with accent black tile and claw foot tub. The upstairs bath features a built-in soaking tub, beautiful armoire, pedestal sink and gracious décor.

Office | This upstairs room fulfills a variety of uses -- guest bedroom, office or playroom.  Decorated in a European travel/African animal motif, the room offers 5 large windows, custom designed valances and black track lighting. Notice the bookshelves and the large custom-built desk, 8 feet wide by 3 feet deep.
Guest House | In-laws, caretakers and visitors will enjoy this 2-story fully furnished guest home. Complete with numerous amenities, the residence is heated with propane and features a 4-foot antique claw foot tub. The barn-shaped home is accented with a gambrel style roof and is being conveyed fully furnished.
The Grounds | With its privacy and panoramic mountain vistas, this property is a unique treasure.  Views span gently rolling countryside to distant layered mountain ranges.  Approximately 7 acres of the property is fully fenced and ready for your horses.  The grounds have been maintained pesticide free for over 7 years, a significant advantage for organic gardeners.

Summary of Features

The Residence

  • Over 3,100 square feet plus an additional 700-square-foot screened porch
  • Fully furnished
  • Built in 2001
  • Artistic design and European flair throughout
The Interiors
  • Extra wide staircase
  • Large bedrooms
  • An abundance of windows
  • French doors
  • Vintage 5-foot porcelain farm sink in kitchen
  • 9-foot ceilings
  • Open shelving in kitchen
  • Built-in shelving
  • Mosaic accent tile on kitchen countertops
  • Beautifully designed bathroom measuring 20x10 along with Jacuzzi tub
  • Individual water shut-off valves for each plumbed fixture
  • 2 Bryant heat pump units for main house
  • Mud room
The Property
  • 8.92 acres of gentle rolling pasture land
  • Located 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville
  • Storage shed
  • Run-in shed for horses
  • Guest home (approximately 950 square feet) fully furnished-heated by propane
  • Pastoral setting
  • Hay fields
  • Wood-fenced pasture of approximately 7 acres
  • Private

MLS# | WNC Regional MLS# 398740 and MLS# 398752
Price | Offered at $1,500,000
Contact | To schedule a private showing, please contact D’Ann Ford.

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