Private Country Estate situated on 26 unrestricted acres, offering a custom-built home designed for entertainment or private relaxation. The welcoming family room features exposed wood beams, custom built-ins, oak hardwood floors and a stone floor-to-ceiling wood burning fireplace opening to the kitchen. A true culinary kitchen with ample cabinetry and counter space, large island with Wolf gas cooktop, double wall oven, SubZero refrigerator, and a pass-thru server with bar seating in the family room. Easy design to entertain in the kitchen, formal dining room, screen porch or open-air deck where you can enjoy seasonal mountain views. A private study/music room, 1/2 bath, laundry and guest ensuite complete the main level. The upper-level Primary Suite features a cozy fireplace, spa-like bath with nostalgic black & white penny tile, soaking claw foot tub, stepless shower with bench seating, separate vanities, radiant floor heat and an oversized dressing room/closet. Additionally, there are 2 spacious bedrooms on the upper level that share a bath. The lower level provides secondary living/studio with a kitchenette and full bath perfect for an in-law suite or a rental as well as a game room, and greenhouse. Storage needs are covered in the 2-car garage and potential for a workshop. Outdoor living spaces include a welcoming flagstone front porch, flagstone walkways, and raised garden beds, all surrounded by the native landscape. Important features include a generator, gas water heaters, tons of storage, hardi-board type siding, zoned HVAC, fiber optic internet, and a private well. Personalize the exterior paint to your desire - seller offering painting allowance with an acceptable offer. This property provides a serene retreat for those seeking privacy and convenience of nearby towns including Brasstown, Murphy, Hayesville and Blairsville. The residence is just 5 miles from John C. Campbell Folk School.