The Lakeview Park Lifestyle: Living Near Beaver Lake

The pristine residential neighborhood of Lakeview Park is considered the crown jewel of North Asheville, surrounding the banks of serene Beaver Lake and Park. The community is conveniently located 3.5 miles down Merrimon Ave from lively and eclectic downtown Asheville. While this North Asheville region has a peaceful setting, it is not lacking in convenience. Merrimon Ave is lined with a variety of businesses, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. Experiencing the serenity of the lakefront is a key part of our Ultimate 2026 Guide to Living in North Asheville. 

The neighborhood was established in the 1920s and designed to offer a park-like environment that blends the opulence of stunning architecture with the tranquility of an outdoor lifestyle. Beaver Lake sits at the heart of the neighborhood and includes a 2-mile trail that encircles the lake. A limited number of canoe racks and waterfront spots are lined with canoes and non-motorized boats, adding to the sense of an outdoor-oriented community.

Beaver Lake and Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary

History of Lakeview Park & Beaver Lake

Lakeview Park has a rich and storied history. Before 1923, Beaver Lake was a peaceful meadow known as Baird Bottom, where cattle grazed. In those days, a trolley line ran through Baird Bottom to transport travelers between the station neighboring Grace Church off Merimon Ave and the Weaverville area. The remains of the old trolley lay beneath the waters of Beaver Lake. The Beaver Lake dam was built in 1923 by Charles E. Waddell & Company, also responsible for the construction of the Biltmore Bridge and various projects assigned by the City of Asheville and the Biltmore Estate. The Lakeview Park neighborhood and Beaver Lake itself were planned by John Nolen, a skilled landscape architect, who was said to have collaborated with Frederick Law Olmsted, the “father of American landscape architecture,” best known for his work on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate. 

Lakeview Park Homes in North Asheville, NC

Established over a century ago, Lakeview Park’s residential neighborhood includes 516 homes, most of which were built between 1920 and 1950. The subdivision encircles Beaver Lake and the Donald Ross-designed golf course, the Country Club of Asheville, providing a polished, serene setting for homes with architectural styles ranging from Colonial to Tudor to more contemporary styles. Early construction of these grand homes occurred in the 1920s, but the Great Depression slowed construction within the community until the 1950s and 60s— reflected by the variety of mid-century homes. In fact,h mid-century style homes tend to dominate the housing stock for Lakeview Park homes for sale. The community does not allow lots to be subdivided, and home sites are relatively large for the region—typically about half an acre—featuring wooded settings with mature vegetation. The community is zoned for the Asheville City School District.

Individual Notable Homes in Lakeview Park

Lakeview Park boasts some grand historic homes, like 263 Stratford Road, built in 1925 on a 2.69-acre lot. Another notable property is Villa Rosalia (38 Lakeview Rd), designed in 1928 by Scottish architect S. Grant Alexander for his family, which was sold in 2025 for $1.6 million. Alexander spent years in Scotland restoring historic castles before arriving in Asheville, and the stately 3,318 square foot home on .48 acres with spectacular mountain and lake views is reminiscent of that manorial aesthetic and old-world feel. 

Along with his family home, Alexander also designed Stratford Towers, known as the grandest residence in Lakeview Park. Located at 193 Stratford Road, the home was completed in 1925. It is a 6-bed, 6-bath, 8,163 square foot home on a 2.89-acre lot, which sold for just over a $1 million in 2025 and includes features such as a Great Room with gilded ceilings, multiple terraces, a reflecting pool, and more. He was one of 11 architects to form the Architects’ Association of Western North Carolina. 

Another distinguished home is 23 Wembley Road, an example of a mid-century modern home that was fully renovated. Known as “The Wembley,” the home sold in 2024 for 3.1 million. It is a 5-bedroom, 4-bath, 3,800 square foot home that overlooks the Country Club of Asheville. Built in 1948, the mid-century home was renovated by architect Mark Sinsky, who named the home after the famous Parker House in Palm Springs. It includes Radiata pine siding, soaring ceilings, a private screened porch with a lap pool and hot tub. 

The Country Club of Asheville