$529,900

A truly one-of-a-kind North Georgia mountain retreat on 5.5 private acres. This distinctive eight-sided home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and approximately 3,065 square feet of beautifully designed living space, combining privacy, character and functionality in a setting that feels worlds away while remaining convenient to Cleveland, Helen, Dahlonega and North Georgia wine country. Step inside to a dramatic open-concept living and kitchen area highlighted by a beautiful, slatted wood ceiling, warm hardwood floors, expansive windows and a natural stone gas fireplace. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with a large granite island and gas cooktop, custom floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances. Large picture windows bring the outdoors in and provide seasonal mountain views, with the potential for expanded year-round views through selective tree trimming. The primary bedroom features a generous walk-in closet, while another bedroom includes beautiful custom-built wood bookshelves-perfect for a home office, library, or guest room. The finished lower level adds exceptional flexibility, with its own kitchen, living area, bedroom and full bath, creating a comfortable private guest suite or separate living space. A built-in elevator connects the garage and living levels, providing convenient access without the need to use the stairs. Outdoors is where this property becomes especially memorable. Wander along private walking paths through established gardens, flower beds and fruit trees, relax on the deck, patio or porch, or enjoy the property's gazebo and peaceful wooded surroundings. A small chicken pen and whole-home generator add to the property's versatility and self-sufficient appeal. For fly-fishing enthusiasts, this location is especially hard to beat. Renowned Dukes Creek at Smithgall Woods State Park, recognized by Trout Unlimited as one of the Top 100 Trout Streams in the United States, is just a short drive away and is one of North Georgia's premier catch-and-release trout destinations. With 5.5 private acres and no mandatory HOA dues, mountain views, a flexible second living area, elevator, gardens, generator and easy access to some of North Georgia's finest outdoor recreation, this is far more than a home-it is an opportunity to enjoy the North Georgia mountain lifestyle every day. Properties offering this combination of acreage, privacy, character and amenities rarely come along.