195 Gristmill Rdg, Cashiers, NC 28717

Situated on a beautiful setting backing up to Lake Chattooga with a view of Terrapin Mountain, this unique home was designed by Charlotte architectural firm Meyer Greeson Paullin. Clad in poplar bark and trimmed in red cedar, the casual exterior blends into the woodlands around the site. The main room opens onto a boxwood-edged lawn that runs alongside the picturesque drive. The living room, kitchen, and master suite have exposures on both sides of the house, creating a light and airy environment. The living space features painted flat panel and molded paneling, and a coffered ceiling. The owner, an award-winning interior designer, filled the home with fine finishes and beautiful fixtures. The interior walls and ceilings are entirely finished in some configuration of painted wood, giving the feel of a softer, older mountain farmhouse. The master bedroom is located on the main floor with two additional bedrooms on the second floor with a cozy sitting room and office. On axis with the entry hall, the screened-in porch is surrounded by forest, perfect for enjoying a cocktail or glass of lemonade on cool summer nights. The space, complete with an outdoor fireplace, opens into the living room, entry hall, and master bedroom. A breezeway connects the main home to the two-car garage.