North Carolina Luxury Homes

In The Greater Asheville Area

The allure of our mountains is legendary. North Carolina luxury homes and gracious living flourish in the Asheville area. If you are seeking a private mountain estate, luxury condo or home of distinction, please contact us to initiate a tailored search for extraordinary luxury real estate.

Our Featured Luxury Homes For Sale

Romance in the Mountains | NEW! A romantic state-of-the-art woodland retreat on 11+ acres, this absolutely pristine 2006 custom Timberpeg Post and Beam home in Fairview NC features superlative craftsmanship, chic décor, low maintenance and 2 master suites. Upscale amenities include stone fireplace, 24-foot tongue and groove ceilings with Douglas fir beams, granite countertops, Andersen windows, and solid wood doors. Enjoy Brazilian ironwood decks, Southern exposure, long range views and delicious end-of-the-road privacy on 11+ acres. Ideal for an artist’s retreat or secluded mountain getaway. View more details of this alluring home.

Historic Flat Rock Estate | NEW! A stunning historic treasure handed down in the family, Tuctaway is one of the last remaining authentic Flat Rock summer homes. Located adjacent to Bonclarken and across from the Flat Rock Playhouse, this timeless 10-acre property features a private entrance on Greenville Highway. The 1906 residence, once the home of Dunroy’s Mrs. Julius Heyward, offers a genteel ambiance with rocking chair front porch plus original woodwork and fireplaces. The property also includes a guest cottage, barn and playhouse. Ideal for the discerning buyer with an appreciation of quiet elegance and historic preservation, Tuctaway is offered on the market for the first time in more than half a century. Just listed. For details, email Sheelah.

Cane Creek Private Estate | NEW! Savor the ultimate luxury appointments of this regal 10.9-acre estate, ideal for equestrians or luxury car enthusiasts. Located just outside Asheville, the custom French Country residence features a pebble dash exterior with fieldstone accents and copper gutters. Enjoy geothermal HVAC; gourmet kitchen with Dacor stove and Mouser cabinetry; granite and marble countertops; surround sound; plus main level master suite with tray ceiling and spa tub. The property boasts 3 gated entrances, stunning pond with waterfall and custom bridge, immaculate landscaping, fenced pastures, Morton barn, 2-bedroom apartment and massive vehicle storage space. View details on this alluring estate.

Creek Front Cottage | NEW! This contemporary cottage in the Tongass Ridge gated community offers an open floor plan with upscale appointments. Tucked away on a private wooded lot with approximately 230 feet of private creek frontage and small waterfall, this charming new home features gunstock oak floors, quartz countertops, imported Italian vessel sinks, gas unvented fireplace and cathedral ceilings. Completed in 2011, the light and bright one-level home offers a manageable size for weekend retreat or full time living. Only $289,000! View more details of this cottage on the creek.

Hawk's View | NEW! Hawk’s View is a contemporary custom home under construction in Tongass Ridge, a private gated community located near Rutherfordton. The extraordinary design showcases exquisite mountain views with a large expanse of 14-foot high windows across the entire living, dining and kitchen area as well as the master suite. The open floor plan will feature a stacked stone fireplace, exotic hardwood floors, glass wine room, elevator, 2 master bedrooms, game room, 2 laundry rooms, Italian imported vessel sinks, quartz countertops and heated tile floors. Enjoy privacy on a large on a 2.56-acre lot. For details, contact Ann Wigely at 828.980.2100

Poplar Ridge Gated Community | NEW! This exquisite estate home in South Asheville offers inspired architecture and meticulous interiors plus the ultimate swimming pool, hot tub and outdoor kitchen. Features include slate roof, Brazilian cherry floors, tray ceilings, stunning arched doorways, Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, granite countertops. The quintessential luxury master suite offers a sunroom, fireplace, morning room and incomparable master bath. Enjoy gated security in Poplar Ridge, South Asheville’s premiere private community. View details on this remarkable home.

40-Acre Mountain Retreat | Nestled on 40 acres in Brevard, this mountain retreat offers desirable privacy with stunning panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway. The custom built residence boasts 4,200 square feet of living space and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and commercial stainless appliances. You’ll appreciate the whole house 20w generator, floor-to-ceiling Tennessee stacked stone fireplace, travertine tile shower, dual fuel heating system, 24-foot tongue and groove ceilings and Cat 5 cable in all rooms. View details on this exquisite 40-acre retreat property.

52-Acre Estate | Adjoining Pisgah National Forest land near Asheville, this private 52-acre estate property features a lovely 2006 Timber Frame home. The custom residence offers an open floor plan with tongue and groove cathedral ceilings, Post and Beam construction, gourmet kitchen and oak floors. The home also boasts a slate roof, ironwood wrap around deck, master and guest suites on the main level, and Rinnai tankless hot water heater. For equestrians, the property includes a 2-stall barn and a 4-acre pasture. Hiking and riding trails lead to the top of the mountain overlooking Asheville and the Biltmore Estate. View details of this uncommon mountain property.

Pisgah National Forest Retreat | REDUCED! A rare inholding inside Pisgah National Forest, Dunn’s Creek Lodge is a one-of-a-kind outdoorsman’s paradise with views all the way to Looking Glass Rock. The retreat features 36 acres, 3 ponds, mountain streams and total privacy. The extraordinary lodge built of natural stone, brick and locust logs received a 2006 renovation designed by renowned Platt Architecture. Amenities include stone fireplaces, granite countertops and oak floors. An outdoorsman’s paradise with hiking/ATV trails and trout fishing plus hunting in the adjacent national forest, Dunn’s Creek Lodge is a classic upscale hunting/fishing retreat and family legacy property. View more details about this one-of-a-kind outdoorsman’s property.

Riverfront Luxury | REDUCED BY $500,000! Surround yourself in bliss at this private 3–acre riverfront property featuring a stunning timber frame home and guest cottage with boathouse. This secluded one-of-a-kind estate on the Green River features a truly magnificent 2007 residence with Douglas fir beams, oak floors, central vac, radiant floor heat, gourmet kitchen and massive native stone fireplace. Enjoy the upscale guest cottage with its full boat slip, sand beach and private river park setting. Boat down the river to Lake Summit where you’ll have full privileges at one of North Carolina’s most prestigious mountain lakes. View more details of this distinguished property.

Enchanting 53-Acre Estate | Experience sophistication, ultimate privacy and timeless design amid a 53-acre park setting. Custom designed by Hollis-Crocker, this distinctive residence features an open floor plan, heart pine floors, Mexican tile, impressive gourmet kitchen with Thermador and Jenn-Air appliances, and beams reclaimed from an historic church in the Carolina Upstate. The alluring grounds boast a European feel with meandering drive, immaculate landscaping, spectacular in-ground pool and 4-bay garage courtyard. Enjoy the ambiance of a premier equestrian community with private trails. View details on this magnificent estate.

63 Acres in Fairview | Adjoining the region’s most distinguished golf community, Cliffs High Carolina, and zoned open use with no restrictions, this very private 63-acre Fairview property is the perfect countryside estate setting. Enjoy the spacious lodge style home, level to rolling terrain and idyllic half acre pond. This 63-acre property is ideal as a private estate, family compound or conversion to a bed and breakfast. Take advantage of multiple homesites to expand the many uses this property offers. The property is located within an easy drive of downtown Asheville. View more details of this Fairview estate property.

The Lake House | This is the lake house you’ve been dreaming of. Located on one of the most dramatic view lots at Lake Summit, this magnificently updated lake cottage takes advantage of stunning views from nearly every room. Features include vaulted ceilings, luxurious master suite, and beautiful landscaping using large boulders. Enjoy waterfront living at its best from the truly amazing boathouse with its full kitchen, full bath, living room with rock fireplace, two decks and boat slip with boatlift. View details on this alluring lake home.

Mid-Century Lake Estate | Enjoy a private lake estate on Lake Summit. This beautiful unspoiled 6-bedroom mid- century home and boathouse, sited on one of Lake Summit’s finest lots, is ready for a new owner to enjoy all the lake has to offer. The home and matching boathouse has been unchanged since it was built. The original kitchen and baths remain intact. Mature landscaping and spectacular lake views await. Enjoy waterfront living from the boathouse with rock fireplace and one of the best private beaches on the lake. This is truly one of the most desirable pieces of land on the lake. View more details of this pristine lake property.

2-Acre Oasis | Discover a serene 2-acre wonderland in Hendersonville. Magnificently landscaped, the mini-estate features lush gardens, guest house, a cute gazebo tucked into the woodlands and gracious estate grounds with pond and waterfall feature. The main residence boasts a handsome stone and wood exterior plus sunny rooms with soaring ceilings, rock fireplace, pickled oak floors, skylights and huge windows. Enjoy open floor plan, master on main and total privacy only 2 miles from downtown. View details on this charming property.

Pinebrook Manor | Experience romance in the mountains. Pinebrook is a dignified 4.9-acre historic landmark near downtown Hendersonville. The estate features an elegant stone column entrance, exquisite manor home built circa 1910, cute two-bedroom guest cottage, immaculate landscaping and gracious rose garden. Impressively updated, the stately main residence offers original oak floors; great room with stone fireplace and tray ceiling; 4 bedrooms, each with its own temperature control and custom bath; newly updated electrical, heating, plumbing, septic; and wi-fi. View details on this distinctive estate.

Lake Summit Masterpiece | Chic, sleek and lakefront savvy, this breathtaking 2-acre estate at Lake Summit has just undergone a major renovation and now features state-of-the-art amenities. The classy and inspiring private estate home boasts all the latest luxuries a discerning buyer expects in a residence of this caliber, including stylish gourmet kitchen, high ceilings, luxurious master suite, surround sound, mature landscaping, and spectacular lake views. Enjoy 2 acres of privacy and gracious waterfront living at the 3-slip boathouse with its magnificent party deck. View details on this distinguished lake estate.

Fines Creek Farm | Located between Asheville and Waynesville, this 9.9-acre mountain farm features a handsome Kuhns Bros Custom Appalachian log home; custom built four-stall barn; three large pastures; and bold mountain creek. With 360-degree views, the property is cradled in a private setting surrounded by a quiet agricultural community. The handsome 6,000-square-foot custom built log residence offers rustic charm fused with the amenities of an upscale luxury home. Convenient to hundreds of miles of riding trails, The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, fishing streams and Cataloochee Ski Resort, this property offers an outdoorsman’s paradise for the discerning buyer. View details on this mountain home.

Victorian Estate | REDUCED! Become enchanted by this storybook Victorian home cradled in a distinguished countryside setting on 14.6 private acres. The immaculate residence features a classic Victorian turret, wraparound porch and veranda. Inside, discover a stunning great room, gourmet kitchen, grand staircase, hardwood floors, gas log fireplaces and two master suites. Experience total privacy, luxurious in-ground saltwater pool, and security system. Equestrian amenities include board-fenced pastures and 6-stall center-aisle barn. This property is conveniently located only 2 miles from I-26. View more details of this remarkable property.

Caroland Farms | Experience huge views and gracious countryside living at this custom private community home designed by Hollis/Crocker architects. With 12+ acres, gated entrance, 5 porches, magnificent salt water pool and outdoor stone fireplace, this upscale home is designed for indoor comfort, outdoor entertaining and total privacy. This fine residence offers the ambiance of a premier equestrian community with the convenience of a private trail system and easy access to local shopping and dining. View more details of this idyllic estate home.

Lakefront New Construction | REDUCED! FORECLOSURE! Discover this sparkling new construction lakefront home on Lake Adger. At this outstanding custom home, you’ll enjoy 24/7 lake views from nearly every room. Located in the exclusive Mountain Park gated community, the stunning residence boasts hardwood floors, stone fireplace, gourmet kitchen, deep moldings, tray ceilings, luxury baths and private dock. The screened porch and upper and lower decks showcase pristine lake vistas. Sold as is. View more details on this foreclosed lake home.

Lake Summit Estate Home | REDUCED BY $750,000! Poised on a secluded homesite overlooking Lake Summit, this magnificent private estate home boasts one of the most incredible views in Western North Carolina. The residence offers a full range of upscale amenities you would expect in a home of this caliber including gourmet kitchen, high ceilings, luxurious master suite, surround sound and mature landscaping. Enjoy waterfront living at its best from the incredible live-in boathouse below. The boathouse can be offered as a vacation rental for additional income. The stunning main residence is totally private and includes plenty of easy parking. View more details on this luxury lake property.

Asheville Luxury Estate | HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! This idyllic luxury estate on 6.7 acres provides the convenience of a North Asheville location and the ambiance of a countryside manor home. The stunning main residence has been completely renovated with luxury amenities. The estate also includes an architecturally designed carriage house with au pair apartment above the garage and lovely board-fenced meadows. Enjoy a pastoral setting with private views across the bold creek that runs right through your back yard. View more details about this exceptional luxury property.

Dancing Horse Farm | Discerning buyers will appreciate this spectacular private estate on 18.9 acres with its exceptional antique brick Tidewater style home and full equestrian amenities. The main residence boasts wide plank heart pine floors, upscale master suite on the main level and numerous luxury appointments. A guest cottage with separate entrance is located in a secluded woodland setting. Unsurpassed equestrian facilities include a stunning barn; covered arena with prime footing and misting system; several board fenced pastures; and direct access to private trails. View details on this elegant estate.

Lake Home & Boathouse | REDUCED BY $425,000! Located in the main section of desirable Lake Summit, Wildernest is a well maintained and updated home featuring wonderful lake views from nearly every room, huge rock fireplace, master suite separate from the other bedrooms, and a great new 2010 two-slip boathouse. With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, there’s plenty of room for family and guests. The property includes a two-car garage, decks and porches for outdoor living venues, and easy care mature landscaping with decked paths. Enjoy a year round lake lifestyle with all Lake Summit privileges. View more details of this lake home and boathouse.

Kenmure Golf Community | REDUCED! Experience the private setting and tasteful ambiance of this gracious one-owner golf community home on 3+ acres. Distinctive highlights include south-facing mountain views from nearly every room, bright and open floor plan, vaulted and tray ceilings, master on main, stone fireplaces, sunny chef’s kitchen, huge storage space, handsome study, hardwood floors and crown moldings. Enjoy spacious upper and lower decks and breezy screened porch. Walk to trails at the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. Golf and social memberships are available. View more details on this handsome golf home.

10-Acre Estate In Asheville | REDUCED! Tucked into the cove, this pastoral 10-acre Asheville estate features 3 homes and total privacy, only 5 minutes from Merrimon Avenue. The estate is located in the pristine Beaverdam Valley of North Asheville. Enjoy the gated entrance, landscaped gardens, private walking trails and views to Mt. Pisgah. The main residence boasts log cabin construction with massive stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan and rocking chair screened porch. The spacious guest house plus gate house with separate entrance create the ideal venue for a family compound, rental or investment property. View more details about this private estate property.

Buchlehn Farm | REDUCED! Buchlehn Farm is one of the Carolina region’s most exceptional private estates. The 5-bedroom contemporary home boasts hardwood floors with walnut pegs; 3 fireplaces; and a gourmet kitchen with brand new maple cabinetry and stainless appliances. Equestrian amenities include an iconic New England style barn; oval riding ring; round pen; and miles of private riding trails. The estate also features a distinguished gated entrance, swimming pool, 2-bedroom guest house and an idyllic setting on 59 rolling acres. View more details on this classic country estate.

Some of Our Sold Luxury Properties

Flat Rock Estate Home | This million-dollar estate home boasts pristine million-dollar views overlooking the pastures of Connemara at the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. From the vintage reclaimed beams in the dining room and hand waxed hardwood floors to the gourmet kitchen and exceptional morning room overlooking the gardens, this spectacular luxury home offers a full range of high end amenities. Enjoy 12-foot ceilings, wrap around front porch with outdoor stone fireplace and luxurious enclosed back porch. The 2.4-acre property offers a private setting with mature shade trees and immaculate landscaping. SOLD!

Brookfield Farm in Hendersonville |SOLD Expansive views, rolling pastures and woodland trails grace this exceptional 21-acre private estate. The main residence, which offers traditional Southern style architecture, includes both formal rooms and open areas to enjoy the views. The 2-bedroom guest cottage offers a secluded woodland setting. Equestrian facilities include 5-stall main barn, 2-stall guest barn, 5 pastures, lighted outdoor arena and riding trails. Enjoy a superb location in Hendersonville near the Champion Hills Golf Community. This sizzling property is brand new on the market.

World Class Estate | This masterpiece 13-acre luxury estate showcases the merger of exquisite craftsmanship, masterful design and state-of-the-art technology. The estate offers a private setting with stellar 270-degree long range mountain views. The main residence features stone floors from the Burgundy region of France and granite cobblestones originally used as ballast on ships coming from Europe. Boasting more than 10,000 square feet of living space, the main residence sits at an elevation of 2,800 feet with the Eastern Continental Divide running nearby. View more details of this unrivaled private estate. SOLD!

Green River Retreat | With an unsurpassed riverfront setting, inspired design and magical rustic chic interiors, Green River Retreat surrounds you in true Garden & Gun ambiance. Highlights include bark walls, gourmet kitchen with copper island and extraordinary outdoor living spaces. The 9-acre property includes a waterfall, studio and bold trout waters. Step outside your door for a fly fishing adventure. The home is surrounded by conservation land on one side and the Green River on the other. Includes Lake Summit privileges. SOLD!

Luxury Mountain Estate | Wind your way your way along a private country lane to Grandview Farms, an exclusive enclave of private estates enjoying the equestrian lifestyle. Located near Asheville, this exceptional property offers a wealth of amenities for the discerning buyer. The masterful Timberpeg residence is situated on 10.45 pastoral acres with incredible, panoramic views. The property includes a four-stall Morton barn and access to community bridle paths and walking trails. SOLD

Zen-Inspired Simplicity | This tranquil 10-acre mountain retreat merges Haiku simplicity with panoramic vistas, exceptional privacy and brilliant design. Outside, an enchanting bridge crosses the beautifully-landscaped koi pond. Inside, the home features clean lines, delightful shoji screens and newly updated bathrooms with limestone flooring and slate countertops. Enjoy scintillating mountain views from the deck and swimming pool. The convenient location between Tryon and Landrum offers proximity to shopping, dining and the arts. SOLD

Rilandwell Estates | Live in elegance at this gated country estate poised on 7.88 acres in Rilandwell Estates, one of South Asheville’s most exclusive private communities. This striking home offers a full range of appointments from solid hickory floors, triple crown molding and Palladian windows to granite countertops and cherry cabinets. The residence also includes an outdoor kitchen and fire pit, kidney shaped pool and stone terraces. This estate is located in the pastoral Cane Creek Valley. SOLD

Waterfall Home | Live in breathtaking wonder next to your own 40-foot natural mountain waterfall. This exceptional contemporary home features a dramatic waterfall outside plus a wealth of gracious amenities inside. Discerning buyers will appreciate the Tuscan style gourmet kitchen with 100-year-old heart pine beams reclaimed from a Southern cotton mill; the stunning great room with its soaring cathedral ceilings and wall of windows opening out onto the magnificent landscape; and the spa-like retreat of the master bath with its marble tile floor and full marble walk-in shower. Enjoy both long range vistas of Melrose Mountain and close up views of your own spectacular mountain waterfall. View more details of this stunning luxury home. SOLD

Pisgah National Forest Estate | Cradled at the base of the iconic Looking Glass Rock, this amazing 17-acre private retreat is adjacent to the Pisgah National Forest on two sides. The beautifully crafted “Farm House” style home is warm and comfortable but delivers the best of finishes and workmanship. This stunning 4-bedroom farm style home offers 3,500 square feet of beautifully designed living space with oversized windows, granite countertops, designer lighting, oak floors, native stone fireplaces and Hansgrohe fixtures. Poised in a secluded setting just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, this property is an ideal sanctuary for those who wish to get away and enjoy nature and the cool, clean mountain air. View more details about this one-of-a-kind property. SOLD

Oleta Falls | Smart-wired and tricked out, this custom built oak log home in Oleta Falls features high tech convenience in a tranquil, natural setting. You’ll find Cat-5 wiring, whole-house sound system, radiant heat, central alarm system, zoned heat and Cutler Hammer propane generator. The gourmet kitchen includes Dacor 6-burner gas cooktop, 2 Bosch dishwashers, Dacor double oven and Viking Pro refrigerator. Enjoy 3 stacked stone fireplaces, slate and oak floors, stream, beautiful mountain views and private 4.8-acre cul-de-sac setting. SOLD

Country Estate | Owner financing is also possible. Discover this enchanting country estate with spectacular 360 degree multi-range mountain views. The beautifully appointed Plantation Manor home is perched on 32 acres of pristine rolling pastures. Amenities include an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, maple floors, 8-foot custom doors, 2 dry stack stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, main level master and 2,000 square feet of extra wide covered and screened porches. For equestrians, the estate also offers an 8-stall barn with tack room, full bath and hayloft plus a separate loafing shed and fenced pastures. This enchanting property is located only 30 minutes from Asheville. View more details on this magnificent country estate. SOLD

Fox Knoll Farm | With magical vistas and 172 acres of gently rolling terrain, Fox Knoll Farm is the largest private estate currently on the market in our region. Set amid a picture postcard backdrop, the estate features a stately main residence with in-ground pool and tennis court plus a two-bedroom guest house and private pond. Equestrians will appreciate the Morton barns, fenced pastures, run-in sheds, round pen and outdoor ring. A portion of the property is in conservation easement. Enjoy direct access to FETA equestrian trails and a pristine setting in the Tryon Hounds Hunt Country. View details on this spectacular private estate. SOLD!

Our Luxury Homes Services

As luxury homes specialists and agents for national and international investors, Sheelah Clarkson Asheville Real Estate Agency has built a strong reputation with discerning buyers of estate properties. For each client, we assemble a tailored portfolio of exceptional western North Carolina luxury homes. We search across the boundaries of agencies, county lines and MLS systems to ensure our buyers receive a showcase of the finest country estates available in our region. For those in pursuit of the compelling lifestyle in historic downtown Asheville, we also specialize in Asheville condos and downtown lofts.

If you prefer to conduct your own search, you will find a number of western North Carolina luxury homes for sale in the Asheville MLS. Equestrian estate properties are often listed in the Tryon MLS. We are pleased to provide further information on any of these listings.

It is our privilege to conduct a customized search for private estate properties that may not be listed in the public MLS. Also, for those seeking the advantages of acquiring luxury homes as 1031 exchange real estate, we can guide your purchase to accommodate the 1031 timeframe. You may also consider selecting from large acreage tracts of North Carolina land where you can build your own dreams. Speak with us about the benefits of land conservancy, conservation easements, and tax credits available in North Carolina.

A Legacy of North Carolina Luxury Homes

Since the 1800s, when George Vanderbilt established the Biltmore Estate near Asheville and Charleston planters built magnificent manor homes in Flat Rock, the financially mobile have enjoyed mansions and opulent hideaways in our mountains. Today, historic homes of distinction and properties of architectural significance remain a legacy throughout our region.

Our historic estates can be found across the mountains and foothills near Asheville. Discover luxury estates in the village of Flat Rock, elegant Tudor homes in the town of Biltmore Forest, or fine Arts and Crafts homes in the Grove Park Inn community. If you aren't familiar with Tryon and Landrum, take a closer look. You will discover the horse farms and private estates neighboring these towns have been popular with equestrians for decades.