Living in Kenilworth, Asheville | Homes, History & Neighborhood Tour

Thinking about buying, selling, or relocating to Asheville or Western North Carolina? Schedule a free real estate consultation: https://xaviergordon.kw.com/book-a-re... Explore Asheville neighborhoods:    • Explore Asheville: Neighborhoods & History   Exploring Kenilworth, Asheville NC | Historic Homes, Winding Roads & Hidden Neighborhood History Have you ever wondered why Kenilworth, one of Asheville, North Carolina's most historic neighborhoods, has such winding roads? Or how this charming community got its name? In this episode of Exploring Asheville: One Neighborhood at a Time, I'm taking you through Kenilworth, a beautiful neighborhood known for its historic homes, unique architecture, tree-lined streets, and fascinating history. I spent nearly a week exploring Kenilworth, meeting local residents, discovering historic landmarks, and learning about the people who helped shape this Asheville community. From the original Kenilworth Inn and the devastating fire of 1909 to the story of developer Jake Chiles and his horse Frank, this neighborhood is full of surprises. In this video, we explore: 🏰 How Kenilworth got its name from Sir Walter Scott's 1821 novel. 🏨 The history of the Kenilworth Inn, including the original hotel, the 1909 fire, and its reconstruction. 🐎 The local legend explaining Kenilworth's winding roads. 🏡 Historic architecture, including Tudor Revival, Dutch Colonial, Craftsman, Spanish-inspired, and modern homes. 🌳 Leah Chiles Park and the remarkable woman who became Kenilworth's mayor in 1928. ⛪ The historic Black community of South Asheville, St. John 'A' Baptist Church, and the South Asheville Cemetery. 📜 How Kenilworth became part of Asheville in 1929. *Thinking about living in Asheville, NC?* Whether you're considering buying a home in Kenilworth, relocating to Western North Carolina, or simply love exploring Asheville's historic neighborhoods, this series is about more than real estate. It's about understanding the history, architecture, people, and communities that make Asheville such a special place. I'm Xavier Gordon, a local real estate broker with Yonder Real Estate, and I'm exploring Asheville one neighborhood and one story at a time. If you enjoy Asheville history, neighborhood tours, historic architecture, and discovering hidden gems around Western North Carolina, subscribe and follow along! Let's connect! 🏡 Xavier Gordon | Yonder Real Estate 📍 Asheville, North Carolina & Western North Carolina 📸 Instagram: @wnc_real_estate Explore more Asheville history: Check out my separate video exploring the South Asheville Cemetery and its remarkable history. Stay tuned for an upcoming episode dedicated to Leah Arcouet Chiles, one of Kenilworth's most fascinating historical figures. Question for the comments: If you could explore any Asheville neighborhood next, where should I go? #KenilworthAsheville #AshevilleNC #AshevilleHistory #LivingInAsheville #AshevilleRealEstate