Who Will Declare Asheville’s ‘Second-Most Well-known’ Mansion for $2.4M?

A chic, Spanish Colonial Revival house known as The Chiles Property not too long ago arrived on the Asheville, NC, market. The native landmark is accessible for $2,495,000.

Often called the “second-most well-known house in Asheville,” it’s second solely to George Vanderbilt’s 250-room chateau, Biltmore Estate.

Nestled in Asheville’s beloved Kenilworth neighborhood, the 4,791-square-foot house was in-built 1922 by the profitable furnishings magnate, James (Jake) Madison, and spouse Leah Arcouet Chiles. Together with actual property, they left a major legacy within the space.

“Jake and Leah developed the city of Kenilworth within the ‘20s,” says itemizing specialist Dave Cash. “In 1925, Leah turned the mayor of Kenilworth and the primary lady mayor in North Carolina.”

The five-bedroom, four-bath house’s distinctive design seamlessly blends indoor and out of doors leisure areas. The residence was created for the couple by distinguished Asheville architect, Ronald Greene.

The hanging property is acknowledged within the Nationwide Register of Historic Places, the itemizing notes. The residing house options many interval particulars.

“The eating courtyard is framed by stucco partitions and a sequence of arches, whereas the indoor eating room has three units of arched, quadro-Dutch doorways that open out onto the courtyard,” Money says.

The home has retained a lot of its Jazz Age opulence, whereas nonetheless present process a number of noteworthy upgrades.

“In 2003, the home underwent an intensive, award-winning renovation that preserved its priceless Baroque particulars, black walnut library paneling, beautiful tile work, and luxurious gardens,” Money says.

The third-acre lot has been thoughtfully landscaped. However the spotlight of its magical out of doors setting might be the walled rose backyard, which incorporates aromatic jasmine, gardenias, irises, peonies, olive bushes, and naturally— roses.

“Past the fun of residing in such an impressive house, the following house owners of the Chiles Home will get pleasure from a uncommon alternative to handle a splendid Asheville landmark and be a part of a legacy of architectural stewardship,” Money says.