17 Amherst Road

Biltmore Forest, NC
$ 4,950,000 Beds 5 Baths 5 Sq 5,650
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Nestled on 1.5 private, landscaped acres along the 6th fairway of the prestigious Biltmore Forest Country Club, 17 Amherst Rd is a classic home that is designed for easy living and entertaining. Originally built in 1968, this 5,650 sq ft home has been thoughtfully expanded and remodeled by Griffin Architects, showcasing extraordinary Arts & Crafts craftsmanship with custom Cherry and Maple millwork throughout. The main level welcomes you with a beautiful front entry foyer, light-filled living and dining spaces overlooking the golf course, a chef's kitchen, family room, wet bar, and a large study/den with full bath. The primary suite is a private sanctuary featuring golf course views, a sitting/office area, dual walk-in closets, a spa wet room with an oversized shower and soaking tub, a private golf-view porch, and a spiral staircase leading to the lower level. Downstairs offers a second spacious primary suite, two additional bedrooms, a gym/multipurpose space, a landing study/sitting area, and abundant storage. Outdoor living shines with flagstone terraces, a fire pit, play areas, and a serene pond with a cascading waterfall. Designed for all seasons, the grounds feature mature plantings, landscape lighting, a concrete drive with extra parking, and a deep two-car garage. Situated right on the golf course in historic Biltmore Forest, this rare offering pairs unmatched privacy with an unbeatable neighborhood location.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 4,950,000
  • City
  • Biltmore Forest
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 5
  • County
  • BUNCOMBE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Buncombe County
  • Lot Size
  • 1.5 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28803
  • Sqr Footage
  • 5,650
  • Year Built
  • 1968
  • Style
  • Arts and Crafts
  • MLS#
  • 4424606
Listed By: Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park; hope.byrd@allentate.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 5650
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Hot Water,Radiant Floor,Other - See Remarks
Cooling Central Air
Roof Architectural Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Warming Drawer,Washer/Dryer,Wine Refrigerator,Other
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Patio,Terrace
Architectural Style Arts and Crafts
Construction Materials Fiber Cement,Stone,Wood
Year Built 1968
View Golf Course
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 9646-98-8066-00000
Elevation 2000
County Buncombe
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name Biltmore Forest
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 5
Directions From Pack Square in downtown Asheville,head south on Biltmore Avenue toward Patton Avenue/Eagle Street. Follow Biltmore Avenue out of downtown. As you pass through historic Biltmore Village,the stre
High School T.C. Roberson
City Biltmore Forest
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Estes/Koontz
Middle/Junior High School Valley Springs
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo None
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 1219400
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional

Interior Features

Basement Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Storage Space
Flooring Carpet,Slate,Tile,Wood
Fireplace Features Family Room,Living Room
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 3598
Laundry Features Laundry Room,Main Level,Sink
Total Bedrooms 5
Below Grade Finished Area 2052
Total Baths 5
SqFt Main 3598
SqFt Garage 722
Bedroom 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Fire Pit
Parking Features Driveway
Lot Features On Golf Course,Private,Rolling Slope,Views,Other - See Remarks
Water Source City
Lot Size Area 1.5
Foundation Details Basement,Crawl Space
Road Surface Type Concrete,Paved
Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Kingsport, TN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Estes/Koontz Elementary School
Middle School Valley Springs Middle School
High School T.C. Roberson High School

Price History

9/14/2026 Listed $4,950,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28803

Price
AVG $1.46M
$4.95M
Year Built
AVG 1987
1968
Visits
AVG 295
3
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17 Amherst Road Biltmore Forest, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $4950000 with 5650 sqft and a lot size of 1.5 Acres Acre(s). 17 Amherst Road Biltmore Forest has 5 bedrooms, 5 baths and was built in 1968. The property's zip code is 28803 which is in Biltmore Forest, NC

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