106 Saddle Ridge Dr Alexander, NC 28701

Listing details for 106 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC 28701 : Perfectly poised an effortless 15 to 20 minutes from the vibrant pulse of downtown Asheville, this beautiful home within the secure gates of Saddle Ridge Estates offers an ideal blend of city convenience and mountain tranquility. Positioned at an elevation between 2,500 and 3,000 feet on 1.43 rolling acres, this exceptional craftsman residence captures the very best of peaceful country living. Every detail of the layout is designed to feel open and welcoming, beginning with a sun-drenched foyer that unfolds into a breathtaking, dual-story Great Room featuring 3,180 square feet of finished above-grade living area. Enjoy breathtaking long-range views of Western North Carolina's majestic mountain ranges, with layered Blue Ridge vistas stretching to the horizon. This commanding living space features soaring cathedral ceilings, a warm wood beadboard finish, and an impressive, full-height stone fireplace, all framed by large insulated windows designed to capture those stunning western sunsets. Perfect for everyday living and casual entertaining, the open kitchen features custom cabinetry, an expansive breakfast bar, a premium gas cooktop, and a built-in wine refrigerator. Gathering for meals is a delight in the light-filled breakfast area, which is wrapped in sweeping bay windows overlooking your private rolling meadow. The main level features a peaceful primary suite serving as a quiet retreat with direct access to the vast rear deck, paired with a spacious bath that boasts an elegant slipper tub, a walk-in shower, double vanities, and a large walk-in closet. Work from home with ease in the private main-floor office, while a convenient laundry room and an upper-level walkway—leading to two comfortable guest bedrooms, a full bath, and a grand bonus room—ensure plenty of space for everyone. Beneath it all lies an expansive walk-out basement mirroring the main level's footprint with 1,999 square feet of light-filled, dry unfinished space that is already plumbed for a full bathroom. This massive area offers a flawless canvas with endless possibilities, whether you choose to finish it into a complete second living quarters, a dedicated home office or work area, a private fitness studio, a home theater, or a recreation room. Outdoor living transitions naturally onto the large, covered rear deck where custom awnings shelter a fantastic space for evening relaxation. Complete with an attached three-car garage outfitted with built-in shelving, a home generator for peace of mind, and close proximity to daily favorites like Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this home represents the absolute pinnacle of comfortable Alexander living.