Welcome to 138 Marathon Lane in Candler, NC, a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a versatile upstairs loft, mountain views and an attached two-car garage in the desirable Holbrook Village community. Built in 2022 and offering approximately 2, 207 square feet, this home gives you the newer construction, modern finishes and flexible living space many buyers are looking for, all while keeping you less than 7 miles from downtown Asheville. From the moment you step inside, the layout feels open, comfortable and easy to live in. The main level was designed with everyday life and entertaining in mind, with clear sightlines from the kitchen into the dining, living and sitting/flex areas. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home and features shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, kitchen island, a tile backsplash, and a dedicated pantry with plenty of shelving and storage. There is room to prep, cook, gather and still feel connected to everything happening around you. The adjoining living room is anchored by a propane fireplace that adds warmth and character without overwhelming the space. Upgraded laminate flooring on the main level creates a clean, cohesive look and makes the open floor plan feel even more spacious. Whether you are hosting friends, enjoying a quiet evening at home or simply moving through a busy day, the flow of this floor plan just makes sense. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms plus a flexible loft/bonus area that gives you something many homes in this price range do not: options. Use it as a home office, media room, exercise space, playroom, reading area, gaming space or additional lounge. The primary bedroom features a vaulted ceiling and private en suite bath, creating a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. Two additional bedrooms, a second full bath and conveniently located upper-level laundry complete the second floor. Outside, the manageable approximately 0.14-acre lot offers the benefits of having your own outdoor space without spending every weekend maintaining a large yard. The home features fiber cement and stone veneer exterior accents, a shingle roof, underground utilities, county water and sewer, heat pump heating and cooling, and an attached two-car garage for parking, storage and everyday convenience. Mountain views add a distinctly Western North Carolina backdrop and another reason to appreciate the setting. One of the best parts of living in Holbrook Village is having neighborhood amenities close to home. Residents enjoy access to a community swimming pool and open pavilion, giving you a place to cool off, relax and gather during the warmer months without the upkeep of maintaining a private pool. The location is another reason 138 Marathon Lane stands out. Candler offers convenient access to Asheville while still giving you a residential setting outside the center of the city. Downtown Asheville is less than 7 miles away, 5 minutes from Lowes, Starbucks and Chick-fil-A for reference, and the community is convenient to I-40 and I-26, making it easy to reach restaurants, shopping, entertainment, local breweries, arts and culture, hiking, outdoor recreation and the many destinations that make Western North Carolina such a sought-after place to live. If you have been searching for a home for sale in Candler, NC near Asheville with newer construction, an open-concept floor plan, granite kitchen with island, fireplace, flexible loft space, mountain views, community pool and a two-car garage, 138 Marathon Lane deserves a closer look. This is a home that offers room to spread out without wasted space, modern features without feeling cookie-cutter, and a location that keeps everyday conveniences and Asheville attractions within easy reach. Come see 138 Marathon Lane and experience the space, flexibility & easy Western North Carolina lifestyle for yourself. Your next chapter may be closer than you think. #138MarathonLane