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Home Defines Lake Living at its Zenith
By John Shivers
One of the best things about living at the lake are the magnificent views where water meets forest and delivers four unique seasonal vistas, also known as “candy” for the lake-living eyes. In the recently refurbished contemporary home at 4030 Highway 197, Clarkesville, it doesn’t matter which room you’re in, the landscape that is Lake Burton at its finest is looking back at you. This home features board-and-batten exterior accented and enhanced with native stone.
Searching for a home that can accommodate guests and flow the traffic for those great weekend house parties? Or do you need a home for a large family that’s suitable for yearround living? This five bedroom lodge on two levels with paved driveway and generous wrap-around deck and patio space checks all the boxes inside and out. It’s easy to live and entertain in this home, whether it’s for Christmas dinner or a Labor Day cookout. And from the porches on the lake-side of the house, you’re within sight of the waterfront, where a swim dock and two-story, two-stall boathouse only add to the livability factor. From its vantage point on a rise overlooking the lake, this home is sited on 3.47± acres against a backdrop of trees, and the lawn slopes gently toward Highway 197. It’s super convenient to access the dining and shopping opportunities in either Clayton or Clarkesville in only a matter of minutes. With the master suite on the main floor, and the great room with its vaulted ceiling that is the better part of the 1,526± square feet of heated space on the top level, this is a house designed for casual yet gracious living. A neutral color scheme atop dark stained, random-width wood floors on both levels, tongue-and-groove paneling and shiplap ceilings set the stage. Numerous sliding doors on both levels connect the inside with the outside just steps away. A large stone fireplace in the great room offers comfort on chilly winter nights and is the focal point of this multi-
functional living space. A two-car carport on the back side with easy access to the kitchen and great room and additional paved parking space make it a snap to park the crowds. There is a generous size yard, but much of the lot is left in its natural state, offering both beauty and low-maintenance convenience. With furniture quality cabinetry, the generous size kitchen provides ample cabinet and workspace, hard surface countertops, a center island and a breakfast bar adjacent to the large dining room, making it a breeze to feed two or twelve or more. The complement of stainless appliances includes an electric surface unit, double ovens, side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave.
Each of the four bedrooms on the terrace level has its own en suite bathroom, and easy access to the covered patio just outside. There’s also a powder room / laundry room combination, and generous closet and storage space on both floors.
A partial canopy roof atop the boathouse makes it convenient to enjoy the lake and all the activities that populate this beautiful waterway, and expands the relaxation space. This home is ideally located near Moccasin Creek State Park, and the former site of the historic LaPrade’s Marina & Fish Camp that was once a famous Rabun County destination. Families with school-age children should check out the two prestigious private schools and the excellent public school system available in Rabun County. If you looked in the dictionary for the definition of “ideal” lake home, this home should be alongside.
Check out MLS #8902076, then contact Poss Realty Agent Carolyn Bacon at 404-375-0700 or at the office at 706-746-5962.