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1912 Thomas Rogers House built by carpenter Frank Davis. - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Beautiful Storybook Farmhouse - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
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Stunning countryside retreat - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Amazing setting surrounded by Sandy Mush beauty - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Classic architecture - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Classic architecture - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Wonderful views of the valley & the mountains beyond! - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Welcoming wrap around porch leads to front entrance. - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
So peaceful - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Original craftsmanship in this entry foyer - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Original tile hearth - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Living room with wonderful natural lighting - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
The beadboard panelling is stunning - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Original hardwood floors - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Natural accents all around - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Large kitchen ready for family gatherings - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Light and bright - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Bedroom #1 - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Bathroom - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Large laundry room - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Open stringer staircase - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Bedroom #2 - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Bedroom #3 - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Amazing original beadboard - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
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Inviting outdoor spaces - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Wrap around porch - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Wrap around porch - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Additional acreage avaialable - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Proposed boundaries of 4 acres available. - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
To be subdivided. Farmhouse includes an additional 3.3 acres (4 acres total) to create the homestead of your dreams! - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Aerial View - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Nestled in the trees - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Wonderful Sandy Mush - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
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Rolling hills of history - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Barn, original spring house, and old smoke-house offer unique opportunities for homesteading. - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Old growth trees and roof peaks - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Main level floor plan - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
Second Floor Plan - 5 Clarks Cove Road, Leicester
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$650,000

5 Clarks Cove Road
Leicester, NC 28748
Listed by Joseph Breiter · Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1
Living area
2,347 sqft
Year built
1912

About this home

Step back into a simpler time without sacrificing the opportunity to create something truly special. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Sandy Mush Valley, this remarkably preserved 1912 farmhouse offers the rare chance to own an authentic piece of Western North Carolina history on 4 beautiful acres (subject to subdivision). Built by hand over a century ago, the home has been lovingly maintained and retains an incredible level of original craftsmanship. Rich hardwood floors, stunning beadboard walls and ceilings, original woodwork, and timeless architectural details showcase the quality of an era that's nearly impossible to replicate. The home offers over 2,300 square feet with four bedrooms, spacious gathering areas, a wood-burning fireplace, and a welcoming wraparound porch overlooking the rolling pastures of the valley and distant mountain views beyond. The sale includes the existing 0.7-acre homesite plus an additional 3.3-acre parcel, creating approximately 4 acres of gently rolling pasture. Whether you envision horses, cattle, gardening, a hobby farm, an additional homesite, or simply room to roam, the possibilities are exceptional. Located within the fertile Sandy Mush Valley, known for its scenic farmland, conservation efforts, and quiet rural character, the property may also offer future farmland conservation opportunities. Adding to the property's charm are several historic outbuildings, including a root cellar/storage building with electricity and loft space ready for your vision, along with the original spring house, smokehouse, and shed, along with its proximity to the neighboring Sandy Mush Community Center and the local Fire Department. The structures provide endless possibilities for workshops, studio space, storage, or the next chapter of a true homestead. Just 20-25 minutes from downtown Asheville, this is a rare opportunity to own a legacy property where history, craftsmanship, and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains come together in one unforgettable setting..

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4411750
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
30
On market date
August 5, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Leicester Elementary
5.86 mi away · Grades 0-4
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
379
Student:teacher ratio
12.2:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Eblen Intermediate
11.36 mi away · Grades 5-6
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
593
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
High
Early College
15.97 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
278
Student:teacher ratio
25.3:1
District
Buncombe County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Leicester's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

11
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.7 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$130,000 down
$520,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,373
Property tax (est.)$542
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 4, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.