This House will Scream “Gotcha”

Home’s Mountain Charm Marries Past and Future

By John Shivers

If four bedrooms overlooking pristine mountain views of the historic Sautee Valley whet your appetite for a mountain home, read on. Would three full designer baths with heated floors, plus outdoor space that drastically expands the interior 2,000± square feet of living space further attract you? Then keep reading, because this newly-remodeled home at 630 Seye Wailo Trail outside Clarkesville, Georgia may just be calling your name. But get ready, because this home is a study in contradiction, and all of that contradiction adds up to a truly one-of-a-kind home that delivers big when it comes to having “a place in the mountains.” While the classic design of the home anchors it’s heritage, the contemporary style inside is totally 2021, with potential for years to come.

The home’s dovetailed log corners, and the deep exterior color that blends and complements the heavily-wooded 3.38± acre lot delivers a most traditional first impression. Inside, however, the palette takes a 180-degree architectural turn, where sleek, white shiplap walls, light natural colored floors, and clean, fresh lines deliver a refreshed way of living, mountain-style. Originally built in 1991, this log cabin has been totally renovated, with a professional eye toward current design trends and quality finishes and perks. From the new landscaping, outdoor entertainment areas, and the new pavers that lead to the front porch, nothing inside or out has been overlooked or omitted, to bring this home into the 21st Century. Sweeping glass entry doors on the front screened porch beckon one and all to enter into the great room. A corresponding set of

doors on the opposite wall contribute both to the light and airy sensation that permeates the entire home, and provides access to the rear screened porch that greatly expands the living and entertaining area. Immediately off the porch are 180 degree four-seasonal views that make the fantastic morph into “out of this world.”

A large fireplace centrally located in the great room divides the living area from the minimalist-designed kitchen with an island and Kitchen-aid® appliances that give the chef everything he or she needs to prepare meals for any occasion. Adjacent is a built-in coffee bar with an under-counter refrigerator. Space for every day dining will accommodate eight, but there’s ample space to seat more diners.

The main floor owner’s suite accesses the rear porch, and includes a walk-in closet, double vanity, soaking tub and separate shower. The main floor guest room has access to a separate bath, and also opens onto the porch. Upstairs there’s a family room, and a guest bedroom with two queen size beds, and a bunk room with four twin beds that share a full bath.

The porch provides multiple lounging areas, a gas fire pit, and additional dining area. Built-in ceiling heaters make it possible to use this area for much of the year. And right outside in the level side yard, a second fire pit, a double hammock, trampoline and grilling area greatly expand the living and entertainment possibilities. While the privacy and the beauty found on this property are big positives, driving time from Atlanta is less than an hour and a half, and you’re only fifteen minutes from LaPrade’s Marina on Lake Burton. To make the fantastic even better, all the furnishings are available, for a negotiated additional amount. Move on this now, and you can host friends and family to a humdinger of a Labor Day weekend.

Agent Leigh Barnett at Harry Norman, REALTORS® Luxury Lake and Mountain can introduce you to this unforgettable home, MLS# 8978635, and its breathtaking views and laidback lifestyle. Call her at 404-9313636 or at the office, 706-212-0228.