Breathtaking Mountain Life Awaits

The house situated on more than five acres on the side of Rabun Bald Mountain in Sky Valley, GA has a most appropriate address: 211 Upper Scenic Drive. The address is the first tipoff to the breathtaking, four-season views off three sides of this property, that are a perpetual part of the deal with this beautifully maintained tri-level home.

Nestled among the laurels and overlooking spectacular long distance vistas, with 3,600± square feet, this home is ideal for yearround living. Within two hours’ easy driving distance from Atlanta, this home also makes a great get-away for both family and friends. Sky Valley is nestled in a mountain valley with elevation numbers

The naturally-maintained area around the house is the setting for some fantastic beauty and some equally fantastic living. There are several spring heads on the property, and while the setting is natural, paved roads make for easy access. An outdoor fire pit is a pull for outside living, and sets the tone for some memorable living inside. While the home is built into the mountain side, the main floor is on ground level, with a covered porch that conveniently welcomes you and your guests.

Just look for the totem pole with the chainsaw carved bears, and you’ll know you’re in the right place!

With four total bedrooms, three full baths and one half-bath, there’s ample room for many warm bodies to live and love doing it. Check out the oversize master suite on the main level – room for a king size bed -- complete with en suite bath that includes an oversize shower with multiple heads, a jetted soaker tub, double vanity space with hammered nickel sinks, and enclosed toilet space. His and her closets complete the suite.

Elsewhere on the main floor is a generously-sized laundry room with cabinet storage and sink. The kitchen, with an above-average amount of counter and work space includes a large island with pull out breakfast bar. Furniture style cabinetry in an antique white finish, some with glass fronts, make an ideal place for the resident chef to work and enjoy those famous views at the same time. Hard surface counter tops and a full complement of stainless appliances make meal prep a snap.

Immediately next to the kitchen is the dining room and just beyond the covered upper porch that runs the length of the house. Can you say, “alfresco dining at its finest”? The great room runs the entire length of the house, anchored by a wood burning stone fireplace guarded by yet another bear. Hardwood floors run throughout the main level. Two large carpeted bedrooms and a shared bath are on the top level. Interior walls are finished in neutral earth tones, and the many windows and numerous skylights flood the home with natural light.

Downstairs is a daylight level self-contained studio apartment that could be used as an in-law suite, for older adult children who’ve returned home, or as Airbnb income potential. This space has its own outside entrance right off the ground level driveway. Also on this level is the mechanical equipment, storage space and room for a workshop or hobby space.

Outside is a double detached garage space, and there’s parking for several vehicles at the same time. A covered porch expands the living potential on the terrace level.

If the possibility of high living high on the mountain, with daily views to enjoy besides, appeals to you, check out MLS #8936215. Contact Poss Realty Agent Sarah Branch at 404-788-6884, or at the office at 706-746-5962. Co-listing agent is Penny Ramey 705-4901610 at Poss’ Clayton office.