Enjoy extraordinary mountain views and an incredible pool and patio from this 5BR, 4BA, 5400 sqft Luxury Craftsman home. Perched at 2000 feet in elevation, the home sits on 5 acres adjoining US National Forest lands and overlooks the front range of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The recently updated home features a blend of rustic and contemporary finishes with stacked stone masonry, designer fixtures, barnwood accent walls, tongue and groove pine paneling, hardwood floors, and custom built-ins and cabinetry. Open plan main living area includes inviting foyer, family room with 20 ft ceiling, study/office, a gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook and separate dining room. Owners suite has renovated bath with oversized tiled rainfall shower and shiplap paneling, vaulted ceilings, and his and hers walk-in closets. New backyard oasis has heated gunite pool with overflow spa, water features, stacked stone surrounds, slide, smart led lighting, and gas firepit. Upstairs has three bedrooms, one with ensuite bath and private porch. Terrace level includes a gaming area, media room with surround sound and projector, oversized bedroom, full bath, mudroom, and storage. Bonus: separate single car garage/shop building with overhead door. The Highlands Community is a community of estate sized lots and quality homes with a private community lake and walking trail. The home is just a quick ride to The Orchard Golf and Country Club and is located centrally between Atlanta, Greenville, and Asheville.
Closed
$1,215,000
596 Highlands Lake Trl, Clarkesville, GA 30523
5beds
5,379sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2008
5 Acres Lot
$1,276,400 Zestimate®
$226/sqft
$5,288 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 01, 2024 at 01:43pm
Listing Provided by:
Meghann Brackett,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties 706-778-4171
Bought with:
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7277019

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: In-Law Floorplan, Master on Main, Oversized Master
- Level: In-Law Floorplan, Master on Main, Oversized Master
Bedroom
- Features: In-Law Floorplan, Master on Main, Oversized Master
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Dining room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets Stain, Other Surface Counters, Pantry Walk-In, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
Basement
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Factory Built, Family Room, Gas Log
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,379
- Total interior livable area: 5,379 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,805
- Finished area below ground: 1,574
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Courtyard, Garden
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Salt Water
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Borders US/State Park, Landscaped, Mountain Frontage, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Outbuilding, Workshop
- Parcel number: 124 268
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Home Theater, Satellite Dish
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, Construction, Doors, HVAC, Insulation, Lighting
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Boating, Community Dock, Fishing, Homeowners Assoc, Near Trails/Greenway, Other
Location
- Region: Clarkesville
- Subdivision: The Highlands
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $250 annually
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Fund
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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