Have you reached that point where you want acreage and NO HOA, with a low maintenance home where you can homestead full time or escape from the city and enjoy the beautiful North Georgia Mountains with family and friends? Maybe the possibility of passive income from a short term rental has piqued your interest, and finding that perfect spot includes gentle terrain and easy access to town? What if we told you the property you've been dreaming about is only 15 minutes from Downtown Ellijay?! And on top of the 12+ Private Acres, Custom Farmhouse, Barn with Power, Creek Frontage and Salt Pool, this hilltop retreat is perfectly nestled in North GA wine country, with privacy AND convenience to main roads and shopping! The custom farmhouse built in 2017 greets you with an inviting rocking chair front porch, and offers a well appointed chef's kitchen, vaulted great room with rough hewn beams, stone fireplace, gorgeous main level owner's suite with deck access, designer tiled shower & freestanding tub overlooking the peaceful pasture, plus an abundance of square footage for your guests to enjoy space of their own for those perfect mountain weekends. The natural light-filled terrace level that walks out to the sparkling salt pool can accommodate large groups or extended family with secondary kitchen, living room, fireplace, laundry, guest suites and 2 full baths! Just imagine swimming by day and poolside campfires by night on the massive pool deck! SHORT TERM RENTALS allowed, though the home has never been used as a rental. When you're ready to venture out, you'll love the easy access to local attractions like world-class fishing and boating at beautiful Carter's Lake, 10 minutes to Engelheim Vineyards and Talking Rock Brewing, the best of N GA apple houses, wineries, hiking trails, biking, waterfalls, river tubing and so much more!! Load up the 4-wheelers, bikes and boat, there's endless outdoor enjoyment to be had!!