Nature’s Retreat
Luxury Mountain & Lake Retreat
This meticulously crafted home, constructed with premium structural materials, is the perfect opportunity for someone with a unique vision to add their personal touch. Nestled on a mountain top, this one-of-a-kind retreat in Rabun County boasts breathtaking views of both the mountains and Lake Burton, spanning an impressive 240 degrees. The property backs up to a protected 900+ acres of Georgia Power-owned land, ensuring tranquility and privacy.
Exceptional Georgia Mountain Retreat with 240° views of pristine Lake Burton
886 Sonya Road, Clayton, Georgia
Meticulously Crafted Home
Constructed with Premium Structural Materials
Inspired by travels throughout the western United States, the home features top-tier building materials, including imported Western Red Cedar and Douglas Fir logs from Montana, a Vermont slate roof with a 100-year warranty, and 16 oz. copper flashing and roof panels. The design incorporates hand-selected stone from Tennessee, Weather Shield aluminum-clad windows/doors, and rounded corners that harmonize with the curvature of the logs. This home, with it’s stone and concrete walls and the copper and steel cladding indeed will guarantee multiple generations of family a place to live securely and safely.
Inside, the grand living space with soaring ceilings is flooded with natural light, complemented by three bedrooms, four and a half baths (with two plumbed for a steam shower), and five stacked stone fireplaces. The open floor-plan terrace level, with 10 and 12-foot-high ceilings, is plumbed for a wet bar, making it an ideal space for entertaining. An additional bedroom and kitchenette enhance the potential for a guest suite.
Features & Amenities
Built on a robust 12″ concrete foundation at 5000 PSI, the home ensures durability and stability.
Basic Facts
- Price: $2,000,000
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 1/2 Bathrooms
- 4,832 sq. ft.
- Lake View
Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Double Vanity
- High Ceilings
- In-Law Floorplan
- Primary On Main Level
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Plumbed for a Wet Bar
Fireplaces
- Terrace Level
- Family Room
- Masonry
- Primary Bedroom
- Balconies
Other Features
- Construction Materials include - Western Red Cedar & Douglas Fir Logs, Copper, Steele, Stone
- Kitchen Features include - Pantry, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
Additional Features:
Additional features include a tankless water heater, a whole-house water filtration system, and copper gutters that create a soothing sound when rain cascades onto a bed of rocks. A bonus treehouse, equipped with seven windows, French doors, and a sleeping loft, adds charm and versatility to the property.
For connectivity, the home is wired with Cat6 Ethernet cable, providing seamless access to the world from this private haven.
The Appalachian Trail: Discovering Nature’s Symphony
A Cozy Escape in the Heart of the Mountains
The surrounding area is full of wildlife and offers a captivating show of deer, eagles, armadillos, bears, and bobcats. This private oasis provides access to Lake Burton through the community’s dock or local boat storage businesses.
Conveniently located near the 2-mile Hemlock Falls Trails, 8 miles from The Appalachian Trail, and in proximity to activities such as fly fishing, snow skiing, horseback riding, and hunting, this property is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Just 4 miles from the acclaimed Waterfall Country Club, offering golf and fine dining options, this exceptionally well-built property epitomizes luxury living in a breathtaking mountain and lake setting
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Kerry Arias
Cell: (770) 605-7545
Office: (770) 393-3200
Email: Kerry.Arias@BHHSGeorgia.com
Dunwoody, GA 30338
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