138 English Dr, Candler, NC 28715

Modern new construction with detached Garden Studio in the private English Forest community, just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2,125 sq ft | 2-bay garage | Detached Garden Studio This mid-century inspired home features an open floor plan, large Marvin windows for natural light, oak hardwood flooring upstairs and polished concrete below, and modern kitchen. The open floor plan centers around a spacious living area with fireplace, large windows, and a dedicated dining room. The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and custom built-in shelving for pantry and storage. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and walk-in tiled shower, while the home also features a separate laundry room with washer/dryer hookup and large pantry. Finishes include oak hardwood flooring upstairs and polished concrete downstairs, tiled bathrooms and bathroom floors, and built-in wood shelving in closets and storage areas. Large Marvin composite windows bring in abundant natural light and connect the interior to the surrounding wooded setting. Built for performance and efficiency, the home includes a HERS energy rating, high-efficiency 18 SEER heat pump, and high-efficiency heat pump water heater. Exterior materials combine natural wood siding with durable fiber cement lap siding for a modern mountain aesthetic. Located in English Forest, a boutique eight-home neighborhood on a private road surrounded by mature trees, offering a near but quiet setting.