North Carolina Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Mars Hill, North Carolina

Population: 1,611

Located in Madison County

Located 20 minutes north of Asheville, NC, in the Blue Ridge and Walnut Mountains.
Offering scenic mountain views and a quiet, rural, non-rushed environment.
You'll see small cattle farms, tobacco farms, and new alternative farming activities such as certified organic vegetable farming.
Activities include: White water rafting on the French Broad River, Trout Fishing, Skiing at Wolf Laurel Resort, Appalachian Trail, Hot Springs Spa, National Forest Roads and Trails, SART (Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, Mountain Crafts, Clog Dancing, Bluegrass and Gospel Music, Barrel Racing, and the many other cultural events sponsored by Mars Hill College.
Home of Mars Hill College, a liberal arts college offering more than 30 majors.
Housing and land opportunities include small in-town properties, newer homes in planned development areas, homes tucked away in private mountain coves, and larger land parcels available of 25 to 100+ acres throughout the county. Individuals utilize traditional stick-built construction, modular, or manufactured housing. Local building and zoning ordinances apply.
Visit closeby Asheville when you desire the bustling of the city, a multitude of restaurants, chain stores, movie theaters, and other cultural events. Then get away from it all and come home to the quiet of the mountains and fresh air of the cool nights. Create your own little paradise in the mountains.