A truly distinctive & rare opportunity nestled in the North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. Spanning almost 5 acres with pasture views, this updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath Appalachian home is an active mini farm homestead with exceptional outdoor living & entertaining. Potential as a private mountain retreat, vacation getaway, Airbnb/VRBO, farm stay or short/long-term rental. With NO HOA & unrestricted property, the land features substantial barns & outbuildings, established gardens, greenhouse, abundant fruit & nut trees, livestock infrastructure & a spring-fed creek. During the current owners' ownership, substantial upgrades and improvements have been completed. Including updated bathrooms, granite countertops, appliances, ductwork, fixtures and fans. Plus approximately $15,000 in newly installed tile flooring throughout the main living areas and new carpet in the bedrooms. The 2,880 sq. ft. turnkey home is spacious and move-in ready, with years of investment already in place. Four wood-burning stoves include an Amish wood cookstove, bringing old-fashioned Appalachian character along with the practical ability to cook without electricity and practical off-grid appeal. A Generac whole-house generator provides valuable backup power. Step outside & the property continues to unfold. An expansive paver patio & stone outdoor oven create an inviting outdoor living & entertaining space for gathering, grilling & dining outdoors, while ample acreage provides space for multiple fire pits & gathering areas beneath the trees. Tucked into the setting is a charming detached cabin-style flex building with porch, windows & miniature wood-burning stove. Full of character, it has potential for a private office, art studio, homeschool room, writer's cabin, hobby space, man cave, she shed or peaceful retreat. Lovingly developed as a working homestead farm for many years, the property reflects an extraordinary amount of time & investment. Three garden areas feature abundant raised beds, a greenhouse & thousands invested in organic compost & enriched soil. An established edible landscape includes numerous fruit & nut trees, berries, grapevines & perennial edibles. Years of planting, cultivation & soil building provides a foundation for gardening, homesteading & self-sufficient living. The amount of usable outbuilding space sets this property apart. Multiple substantial barns, sheds & specialty buildings create possibilities for livestock, poultry, workshops, hobby farm, equipment, ATV or boat storage, gardening, & future projects. The massive barn-style building adjacent to the home has housed sheep & goats & features a large wood-burning stove plus an upper loft previously used as a home gym which has potential to be converted into additional living space. The acreage, buildings & established infrastructure also create potential for entrepreneurial & income-producing uses such as a home-based business, venue, workshops, barn/livestock rental & other creative opportunities. Buyers may also envision a family compound, multigenerational property, hobby farm, or private mountain retreat. Continue through the property & more distinctive features emerge. An authentic hillside root cellar speaks to its homesteading roots, while a hand-pump well adds old-fashioned practicality. An unused outhouse offers a nod to simpler times & authentic Appalachian character. Winding wooden steps descend through the woods to the spring-fed creek. Experience mountain living! Conveniently located to downtown Blue Ridge, Mercier Orchards, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Nottely, Brasstown Bald, Vogel State Park & the Appalachian Trail. Enjoy fall foliage, apple picking, fall festivals, scenic mountain mountain drives, hiking, fishing, boating, waterfalls, wineries, dining & year-round activities. Enjoy an inviting setting for a North Georgia fall getaway, vacation retreat or year-round mountain lifestyle. Info deemed reliable. Buyer to verify everyth
