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98 Tom Arthur Lane offers a rare combination of handcrafted mountain character, modern comfort, more than two usable acres, and beautiful ridgeline views—all approximately 25 minutes from downtown Asheville.
Distinctive Rustic-Modern Design
Built in 2011 and extensively remodeled, this 2,290-square-foot home features soaring ceilings, dramatic A-frame windows, handcrafted branch railings, river-rock details, reclaimed-metal accents, and a striking copper farmhouse sink.
Two Private Bedroom Suites
The home offers two spacious bedroom suites and three full bathrooms. The second private suite and additional newly finished living space provide flexibility for guests, extended family, a home office, or a peaceful retreat.
More Than Two Usable Acres
The property includes approximately 2.01 acres with fenced pasture and room for gardening, animals, recreation, or a mini-farm. The home overlooks the peaceful “Duck Pond” and surrounding mountain ridgelines.
Expansive Outdoor Living
A large deck creates the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or watching the evening light settle over the mountains.
Peaceful Yet Convenient
Enjoy private country living with convenient access to Asheville, Weaverville, and Marshall for shopping, restaurants, breweries, and everyday necessities.
CPO — Certified Pre-Owned
This Certified Pre-Owned home has been substantially completed and extensively remodeled, blending distinctive mountain craftsmanship with move-in-ready comfort.
🛒 GROCERIES AND DAILY NEEDS
Shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences are available in Leicester, Weaverville and Marshall all around 10 minutes drive, or Asheville 25 minutes drive south.
🏥 FULL-SERVICE HOSPITAL
Mission Hospital in Asheville offers adult and pediatric emergency care.
📍 DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE
Downtown Asheville is approximately 25 minutes away.
Property at a Glance
2 primary suite BEDROOMS • 3 BATHS • 2,290 SQ FT, additional loft space where you could add a wall and create another room if necessary
Two spacious suites and three full bathrooms create flexibility for residents, guests, extended family, or a home office.
MORE THAN TWO USABLE ACRES
Approximately 2.01 acres with fenced pasture provide room for gardening, animals, recreation, or a mini-farm.
RUSTIC-MODERN MOUNTAIN LIVING
Soaring ceilings, A-frame windows, handcrafted details, a large deck, “Duck Pond” views, and surrounding mountain ridgelines.
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Joe Shively, Shively Builders
Leicester Living
I love the peaceful mountain setting, beautiful ridgeline views, and the sense of space and privacy. It feels like country living, yet Asheville is only about 25 minutes away. Weaverville and Marshall are also convenient for shopping, dining, and everyday needs.
The neighborhood is ideal for anyone who enjoys privacy, nature, and a quieter way of life. The setting feels peaceful and rural, with mountain views, open land, and wildlife, while still being close to surrounding towns and Asheville. The neighbors are FANTASTIC and we are our own peaceful helpful community up here!
We love to eat at several restaurants in Leicester, Weaverville, Marshall, and Asheville. These days, as I am building and renovating homes, I shop at all the local farm to market places and cook at home a lot for dad.
Grocery stores and everyday conveniences are available in Leicester, Weaverville, and Marshall, generally within about a 10-minute drive. Downtown Asheville is approximately 25 minutes away and offers additional shopping, restaurants, breweries, entertainment, and services.
I was drawn to the peaceful setting, usable acreage, and views of the surrounding mountain ridgelines. I saw the opportunity to create a home that belonged naturally in its surroundings.
I built this home from the ground up and collected natural materials over the years to incorporate into its creative finishes. This is not a standard, mass-produced house. It is a home with its own character, shaped by the land, the materials, and the work that went into it.
The Leicester area offers peaceful country living without feeling isolated. Asheville is about 25 minutes away, while Weaverville and Marshall provide convenient shopping, dining, and everyday necessities.
Western North Carolina also offers four distinct seasons, beautiful scenery, hiking, rivers, waterfalls, scenic drives, live music, art, and locally owned restaurants.
The home has beautiful ridgeline views, a peaceful outlook over the “Duck Pond,” and a large deck that is perfect for morning coffee, outdoor meals, or watching the evening light settle over the mountains.
The approximately 2.01-acre property includes fenced pasture and usable land with room for gardening, animals, recreation, or a small homestead.
I enjoy the peaceful pace of life, the mountain scenery, and being surrounded by nature. The area provides many opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic drives, gardening, and exploring Western North Carolina’s mountain communities.
My interests have included building, working with natural materials, and creating distinctive finishes by hand. This home reflects years of collecting materials and finding thoughtful, creative ways to use them.
The property would also suit someone who enjoys gardening, animals, outdoor projects, entertaining on the deck, or simply having room to breathe.
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This was not a home or an area I simply wanted to leave. I moved only after building another home nearby so I could become my father’s full-time caretaker. Remaining nearby was important to me because of my connection to this area and the life I built here.
I built this home from the ground up, and its character comes from years of collecting natural materials and incorporating them into creative, handcrafted finishes. More recently, I finished the additional rooms and remodeled the entire home.
Distinctive features include soaring ceilings, dramatic A-frame windows, handcrafted branch railings, river-rock details, reclaimed-metal accents, and a copper farmhouse sink.
The home offers approximately 2,290 square feet, two spacious primary bedroom suites, and three full bathrooms. There is additional flexible living space, including a loft area that could potentially be enclosed to create another room.
Outside, the home offers a large deck, approximately 2.01 usable acres, fenced pasture, mountain ridgeline views, and a peaceful outlook over the “Duck Pond.”
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Yes, but snowfall varies by elevation. Mountain communities often experience beautiful seasonal snow while valleys generally see lighter accumulations. Many residents enjoy experiencing all four seasons without the prolonged harsh winters found farther north.
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