Kenilworth NC, Asheville NC near Biltmore Village and the Biltmore House
Primary Source: Kenilworth Community Website
Kenilworth today is a thriving historic community with close proximity to Biltmore Village and to downtown Asheville. Anyone who appreciates architecture should not miss a drive around Kenilworth.
The Kenilworth Community, actually an independent city from 1891 to 1929, located in the city of Asheville, North Carolina, has a long and colorful history, a history that goes back to the beginning of the 1900s. We're proud to have elected Leah Chiles, the first woman mayor in the state of North Carolina, happy that our original jail house is still standing (only now it's a private residence), and delighted to be the usually peaceful home of 800 some residents. They live within a twenty-minute walk of downtown Asheville, but still revel in rural charm, walkable streets, a marvelous collection of trees, a fascinating mix of housing styles (from grand to early-American bungalow), and an 19-acre lake.
The ZIP, depending on the location near Kenilworth Road is 28803 and 28805, and we're bounded on the east by Tunnel Road, on the west by Biltmore Avenue, on the south by the Swannanoa River Road, and to the north by the crest of the mountain looking over the city, where the old reservoir stood.
Like many folks of his day, Jake Chiles had romantic notions about England, specifically Scotland, and he doted upon the vision of a development based on the wonders of Kenilworth, as featured in the novel of Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832). Kenilworth, published in 1821, is the improbable story of Amy Robsart, the wife of Robert Dudley, the earl of Leicester (as imortalized in Leicester, just outside of Asheville), who suffers neglect, insult, and eventually dies at her husband's hands. Kenilworth was a magnificent castle near Stratford, now on the final stages of decay.
PPG founder Rowena Patton is originally from Leamington Spa, which is a small town about 1.5hrs' drive North of London England, and blurs boundaries with Kenilworth and Warwick, also site of a historic castle and one of the most visited tourist spots in the UK. Leicester, England is just about an hours' drive away from Kenilworth England. Stratford upon Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare is about 20 minutes' drive.
Kenilworth Castle had a lake, a grand and glorious lake, so Mr. Chiles decreed that his Kenilworth would also have a grand body of water to relfect the noble houses and trees that would one day spring up on its shore
Developers on horseback
An old photograph portrays the developers of Kenilworth riding across the old Patton Farm. The field in the background is now the site of Kenilworth Lake. At the lead is Jake Chiles, the man who dreamed of the development and turned it into a town.
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Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
1920s English Tudor walking distance to Biltmore Village. Beautiful home currently operated as a B&B. Business also available for sale. Contact agent for more details. Mature Trees, ample off street parking. Additional 420 SF recently renovated cottage not included in SF. Incredible opportunity to own this piece of history and convert into your primary residence.
Listing provided by Trillium Properties Of Asheville, Inc.
Portion of Pin. Charming 3000SF English Tudor in Kenilworth. Rare find w/.4 acres (2 lots) close to Kenilworth Lake & Lakewood Park. Original charm in eat-in chefs kitch w/built-ins, native timber island, French doors & wood stove. Oversized windows emphasize 9 ceilings & X-lg rooms. Entertain w/flagstone patio, formal dining, rocking chair porch & spacious level yd. Min from hospitals & Biltmore! Storage in garage! Possible Lease Option.
Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
--YOU MUST SEE this charming Cape Cod design 4 BR, 3.5 BA located minutes from downtown, mall, hospital & Biltmore Village in the desirable community of Kenilworth. This home features hardwood, carpet, tile & concrete floors, granite countertops, black appliances, LOTS of storage, upstairs family room, lg.deck for entertaining, & a Mother-in-Law suite/apt. w/a private entrance. Home was built in 2008 & Rental of in-Law suite/apt.now in place.
Listing provided by Assist 2 List.
-Healthy-Built home w/tons of architectural style. Gourmet kitchen, Stainless/concrete counters, maple cabinets, SS appliances. LR features gas prairie stove, vaulted ceilings, large covered porch off back. Large master suite with built-ins & beautiful bath. Hardwoods throughout. Green features: tankless H2O heater, spray foam insulation, energy recovery ventilator/filtration system, low flow toilets, etc. A beautiful & extremely efficient home.
Listing provided by Town and Mountain Realty.
-Arts & Crafts Bungalow built 07,metal roof. Attention to detail inside & out. Lots of natural light,lg windows. Extensive stone work & native landscaping, low maintenance lot, incredible curb appeal. Open LR w/10 ft french doors leads to cov. front porch. Recessedd lighting. Stainless appliances, butcher block counters. Wood burning FP w/limestone surround & hearth. Zoned heat/air. Nursery/office. Gas stove/electric oven. Walk to DT.
Listing provided by Town and Mountain Realty.
-Mod meets classic bungalow in this Kenilworth green-built opus. Second floor zen-like meditation room perched over open living and kitchen area. Custom-built breakfast nook and built-ins, designer fixtures, concrete countertops in this HBH masterpiece. Floors range from maple to cork to tile to concrete. Prairie stove. This is truly one of a kind home in a private, wooded setting close to Downtown. -
Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
Another stunning energy star healthy built home built by Athos Properties! 3BD/2.5BA new home with H/W floors, tile and granite throughout. A huge master suite with stand up shower and jacuzzi tub. A fireplace, multiple decks, a great yard and 800 sq ft of attic storage.Access home from back drive and park is just another 100 yards away or walk to Kenilworth lake. In a great neighborhood minutes from hospitals and downtown, what else do you need?
Listing provided by Keller Williams Professionals.
Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home on half an acre in the heart of Kenilworth. Beautiful hardwood floors, 9-foot ceilings, 2 fireplaces, spacious rooms. Many recent updates include new roof, gutters, flooring, light fixtures, and appliances. Detached 2-car garage with adjoining 442 square foot apartment (metered separately), not included in square footage. Fenced, private back yard. Immaculate, move in condition. Minutes to Downtown Asheville.
Listing provided by Preferred Properties.
-This is truly Kenilworth with a major price reduction! Gorgeous stone & stucco home. Lots of original historic charm. Ideal location on a dead end street. Open living area w/ fireplace, sunny dining room & large kitchen with sun-porch. Inviting outdoor spaces include huge deck for entertaining & patio overlooking beautiful mature organic gardens. Garage accessed from shared drive. Basement with good ceiling height, 1/2 bath & separate entrance.
Listing provided by MOSAIC, Community Lifestyle Realty.
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