
$1,200,000 $296/sqft
99 Margaret Drive
Leicester, NC 28748
5 bd · 4 ba · 4,055 sqft · 97 ac · 1997 · 8 mo ago
Wild Turkey Cove reads like a mountain retreat first and a neighborhood second.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Wild Turkey Cove, Leicester
Wild Turkey Cove reads like a mountain retreat first and a neighborhood second. Set in Leicester’s hills, it is defined by long-range views, gated access on some properties, and a deep sense of space that comes from acreage rather than close-set lots. The homes and land here lean into the landscape, with sweeping outlooks, private driveways, and a setting that feels removed from the rush while still keeping Asheville within reach.
"This is a place for mountain views, privacy, and room to spread out."
The community is made up of single-family residences on large parcels, and the lot sizes are a major part of the appeal. Many properties are perched to take in the ridgelines, with gently sloping topography that works well for lower-level or terrace-level living. Construction dates in the neighborhood center around the late 1990s and early 2000s, and the homes tend to emphasize practical mountain living: multiple living areas, dual kitchens in some estates, finished basements, garages on select homes, and expansive outdoor space.
The overall feel is private, wooded, and flexible. Some homes are fully furnished or turnkey, while others are acreage parcels with multiple build sites and room for a custom vision. It is the kind of place where the setting does a lot of the talking, and the architecture is designed to make the most of it.
Wild Turkey Cove is less about shared amenities and more about what the land itself provides. A few properties feature extras such as a sauna, hot tub, fire pit, barn, or streamside and pond settings, and the acreage invites hiking, quiet time outdoors, and long views from the porch.
"The daily pace here is set by the land, the views, and the privacy of each parcel."
Wild Turkey Cove sits off the South Turkey Creek Road area in Leicester, with a straightforward route to New Leicester Highway in roughly 9 minutes. Listings also describe the community as only minutes to Asheville, and one remarks puts downtown Asheville about 25 minutes away. That combination makes the location appealing for buyers who want a mountain setting without giving up access to city services, dining, and errands.
School assignments point to Clyde A Erwin Middle School and Clyde A Erwin High School, with the elementary school listed as unspecified in the provided data. The broader setting is western North Carolina mountain country, where the draw is as much the scenery and acreage as the commute itself. Nearby references in the remarks focus on Asheville, New Leicester Highway, and the South Turkey Creek corridor, which together frame the community’s practical access and regional context.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Leicester
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3 recently sold in Wild Turkey Cove, Leicester
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Nov 28 2022 | $115,000 | 27 | — | 116.2% | — |
| | Jan 10 2022 | $175,000 | 139 | — | 43.8% | — |
| | Nov 3 2021 | $705,000 | 46 | 2,363 sq ft | 103.8% | $298 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Wild Turkey Cove, Leicester
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+1 outside price range.
The Wild Turkey Cove real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 92 days. With 1 active listing and 0 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.