Sanctuary, Livability at the End of the Road By John Shivers
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ocation. Location. Location. It’s one of the axioms for a good real estate purchase. However, when that location also comes with spreading out room, a house with a great, livable floor plan, a secluded mountainous setting with breathtaking views, and the beauty of a tumbling, musical waterfall, how much better could it get? When you come to the end of the road at 92 Race Path Lane in the picturesque Persimmon Community off Highway 76 west of Clayton, you’ll see firsthand just how much better it can get. Sited on 4.56± acres of beautiful Rabun County landscape, this home is just steps away from U.S. Forest Service lands that surround and cradle those who live there. In addition to the miles of wilderness hiking trails just waiting for you to explore and enjoy, the privacy these lands deliver is an added plus. A mountain stream fed by the waterfall, a rustic footbridge, and a fish pond right in the back yard are additional perks.
anywhere. From the cozy, comfortable library just inside the front door to the two main floor bedrooms, to the cook’s kitchen and adjacent dining area and the great room that opens onto an expanse of deck overlooking the babbling stream, find your niche and enjoy life at the end of the road. The spacious master bedroom with en-suite bath that includes double but separate vanities, jetted tub, shower and toilet closet affords both comfort and privacy. The second bedroom and bath, as well as a powder room are on this level. The great room with its two-sided stone fireplace anchors the center of the home. Off the dining room is a sunporch with windows on three sides. Everything here is about the views and bringing the outside in.
Whether you’re looking for a year-round home or a weekend sanctuary away from the daily grind, this custom built home with over 4,000± square feet of living space on two levels delivers everything you need. And then some.
But what’s a destination for family and friends without a way to feed the multitudes? With generous cabinet and pantry space and countertop work area, the kitchen features a full complement of stainless appliances, hard-surface counters, a breakfast bar adjacent to the dining room, built-in china cabinet and easy accessibility to the great room. The laundry / mudroom and double garage are on this level.
Between expansive square footage and generous size rooms, a whole lot of living awaits with not a bit of wasted space
The daylight terrace level adds to the livability factor of this well-maintained home. A second family area with stacked stone
70 GML - May 2021
