$575,000

Endless possibilities with this property and its 3,600 square feet of usable space that is heated and cooled. Discover the perfect blend of privacy, durability and convenience at 464 Governors Drive in desirable East Asheville. Surrounded by mature trees and featuring a welcoming covered front porch, this thoughtfully built home offers quality construction that’s rarely found in today’s market. A year-round creek, a large natural spring and the property’s abundant wildlife and native birds create a peaceful mountain setting, allowing you to enjoy nature right outside your door. You’ll appreciate the serenity of this private retreat while being just minutes from shopping, restaurants, healthcare and all the outdoor recreation Asheville is known for. Inside, you’ll find warm hardwood floors, an inviting living room and comfortable living spaces designed for everyday living. Relax year-round on the spacious screened porch overlooking the private backyard, where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the creek and frequent visits from deer, songbirds and other local wildlife. A dedicated soundproof room offers endless possibilities as a recording studio, podcasting space, home office, fitness room or hobby area. Car enthusiasts, contractors and hobbyists will appreciate the extra-deep, extra-wide garage, with space for up to five vehicles, a workshop or extensive storage. The home is engineered with exceptional commercial-grade construction, making it as impressive behind the walls as it is inside. Exceptional construction features include commercial-grade structural details, solid poured concrete for the first level with a 12-inch rear wall and 8-inch poured concrete walls throughout the remainder of the foundation. There are poured-concrete garage/basement walls with a fire-rated door, and the garage ceiling is finished with double layers of 5/8-inch drywall for enhanced fire protection. The home features an extra-deep, extra-wide five-car garage; 36-inch-wide doors throughout for improved accessibility; 200-amp electrical service with 51 circuits and room for future expansion; a new roof; and a recently installed variable-speed HVAC system for improved comfort and energy efficiency. It was constructed using approximately 18 truckloads of concrete, 100,000 nails and screws, durable locust decking and upgraded roof trusses.