The Ridge Homes with Kitchen Island Interior Features

Welcome to The Ridge, a beautiful subdivision located in Leicester, Buncombe County, North Carolina. This idyllic community offers residents a peaceful and serene environment with stunning natural surroundings.

Situated just a short drive from the vibrant city of Asheville, The Ridge provides the perfect balance between tranquility and convenience. With its close proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, residents can enjoy breathtaking views and easy access to outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing.

One of the standout features of the homes in The Ridge is their kitchen island interior design. True to their reputation, these homes boast spacious and well-designed kitchens that include a central island. The kitchen island provides additional counter space, storage, and a perfect gathering spot for family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned chef or simply enjoy cooking, these homes are designed to meet your culinary needs.

Each home in The Ridge is thoughtfully designed with attention to detail and modern amenities. From open floor plans to high-quality finishes, these homes offer the perfect blend of comfort and style. Whether you're looking for a cozy single-family home or a spacious townhouse, The Ridge has a range of options to suit your preferences.

In addition to the beautiful homes, The Ridge offers a range of community amenities such as walking trails, a clubhouse, and a swimming pool. Residents can enjoy a sense of community and an active lifestyle within the comfort of their own neighborhood.

Come and discover the beauty and charm of The Ridge in Leicester, North Carolina. Experience the perfect blend of natural surroundings, modern living, and a strong sense of community.

Newest The Ridge Homes with Kitchen Island Interior Features

$299,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4404493 MLS ⋅ 1,562 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Enjoy low-maintenance living in The Ridge, Monroe's newest townhome community. The Rosemoore floorplan offers 1,562 heated square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with an open-concept layout that brings together the spacious great room, dining area, and designer kitchen—creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen showcases quartz countertops, a large center island, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry. Upstairs, retreat to the spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and well-appointed bath, while two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and convenient second-floor laundry complete the home. Built with energy-efficient construction and durable fiber cement siding, this home also offers an attached garage and rear patio for outdoor enjoyment. Residents enjoy a community pool, cabana, pickleball courts, playground, dog park, sidewalks, and street lights, all conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

318 Whitefish Way Unit #121, Monroe

Listing courtesy of TLS Realty LLC. kwilson@tlsrealtyllc.com

$319,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4404479 MLS ⋅ 1,562 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

316 Whitefish Way Unit #120, Monroe

Listing courtesy of TLS Realty LLC. kwilson@tlsrealtyllc.com

$329,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4404423 MLS ⋅ 1,532 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Enjoy low-maintenance living in The Ridge, Monroe's newest townhome community. The Surrey floorplan offers 1,532 heated square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with an open-concept layout that brings together the spacious great room, dining area, and designer kitchen—creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen showcases quartz countertops, a large center island, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry. Upstairs, retreat to the spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and well-appointed bath, while two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and convenient second-floor laundry complete the home. Built with energy-efficient construction and durable fiber cement siding, this home also offers an attached garage and rear patio for outdoor enjoyment. Residents enjoy a community pool, cabana, pickleball courts, playground, dog park, sidewalks, and street lights, all conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

314 Whitefish Way Unit #119, Monroe

Listing courtesy of TLS Realty LLC. kwilson@tlsrealtyllc.com

$339,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4404291 MLS ⋅ 1,762 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Enjoy low-maintenance living in The Ridge, Monroe's newest townhome community. The Longfield floorplan offers 1,762 heated square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with an open-concept layout that brings together the spacious great room, dining area, and designer kitchen—creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen showcases quartz countertops, a large center island, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry. Upstairs, retreat to the spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and well-appointed bath, while two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and convenient second-floor laundry complete the home. Built with energy-efficient construction and durable fiber cement siding, this home also offers an attached garage and rear patio for outdoor enjoyment. Residents enjoy a community pool, cabana, pickleball courts, playground, dog park, sidewalks, and street lights, all conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

212 Northern Star Drive Unit #2, Monroe

Listing courtesy of TLS Realty LLC. kwilson@tlsrealtyllc.com

$1,899,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4397809 MLS ⋅ 4,924 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Some addresses are just coordinates. This one is a destination. Tucked inside The Ridge — one of Western North Carolina’s most coveted gated communities — this nearly 5,000-square-foot mountain masterpiece doesn’t ask you to choose between luxury and nature. It hands you both, and then some. The views are the first thing you notice. Layered mountain ranges stretching as far as you can see — in January, in July, every single morning in between. This is the kind of panorama people drive hours to photograph. You get to wake up to it. Step inside and the home announces itself. Soaring vaulted ceilings rise overhead, framed by dramatic arched transom windows that pour natural light into every corner of the great room. A statement chandelier anchors the space while a floor-to-ceiling stone tile gas fireplace commands the wall opposite. Then your eye travels past it all — through 16 feet of French glass doors — and straight into the mountains. The covered main level deck stretches over 500 square feet, its tongue-and-groove wood ceiling giving it the warmth of an indoor room with all the freedom of the outdoors. Those peaks aren’t a backdrop here. They’re part of the architecture. The kitchen is built for people who actually cook: Bosch appliances, a Miele built-in coffee maker, and a walk-in pantry lined with custom built-in shelves and cabinetry that makes organization feel like a luxury in itself. A 10-foot waterfall island anchors the space — a detail that tells you exactly what kind of home this is. The main level offers two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, including a primary suite that earns every superlative. Spa bath, walk-in closets, and French double doors that open directly onto the deck — mountains waiting on the other side every single morning. A massive dedicated laundry room rounds out a floor designed to handle real life without sacrificing an ounce of elegance. Downstairs is where the home truly reveals its scale. The walkout lower level is a world of its own — two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a kitchenette, a second living space, a dedicated office, a playroom, a second laundry room, and room to spare. It opens onto a second covered deck, adding another 500 square feet of outdoor living with the same unobstructed mountain views from a different elevation. Guests don’t just visit here — they settle in. Family members don’t share space — they have their own. Three-car garage with a bonus room above — complete with its own half bath. Tesla Powerwalls, solar, EV charger, and whole-home filtration round out a home engineered for efficiency without compromising anything. 4 bedrooms. 4 full bathrooms. 2 half bathrooms. Over 1,100 square feet of deck. Gated community with pool. Just 11 miles to downtown Asheville and 11 miles to Weaverville — close enough to everything, far enough from the noise. This is Western North Carolina living at its highest expression. And it’s ready for whoever’s bold enough to call it home.

7 Temujin Drive, Leicester

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. chistolrealty@gmail.com

$1,349,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4381403 MLS ⋅ 2,590 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A rare offering in the heart of Western North Carolina, this distinguished custom residence was featured in the 2023 WNC Parade of Homes and represents the pinnacle of modern luxury living. Crafted by Dwelling Place Homes and aptly named "The Ridge," the home commands its setting with effortless authority — where masterful architecture, impeccable craftsmanship, and an idyllic natural backdrop converge in perfect harmony. Situated on a coveted double lot spanning 1.51 acres within an exclusive gated community, this property offers a level of privacy and prestige that is truly unmatched. Residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities including a community pool, pavilion, and basketball court — an exceptional lifestyle offering rarely found at this caliber. The approach alone is unforgettable. Natural stone columns frame walls of soaring black-framed glass, while a bold coral entry door and sculptural courtyard fountain signal the artistry within. Once inside, 13-foot ceilings and an abundance of natural light create an atmosphere of serene openness, anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling polished stone-look porcelain fireplace that serves as the room's undeniable focal point. The culinary suite is a study in refinement. Conceived by the celebrated Expressions Cabinetry, it showcases custom cabinetry, breathtaking book-matched marble countertops, a professional Z-Line gas range, built-in Miele coffee system, beverage cooler, and a luminous marble tile backsplash — a space as beautiful to behold as it is to cook in. The outdoor living experience is equally impressive. A generous composite deck with outdoor fireplace and cable railing offers an unparalleled setting for both intimate evenings and grand entertaining under the Carolina sky. Finished with a standing seam metal roof, smart siding, natural stone exterior accents, and lush professional landscaping, every element of this home has been considered with intention. Opportunities of this distinction are exceedingly rare — this is Western North Carolina living at its most extraordinary.

165 Israel Road, Leicester

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. chistolrealty@gmail.com

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