QUITE UNIQUE & SPECTACULAR - so much more than just two, beautiful, well-constructed homes; this unique 40.72 acre property is cloaked in tall hardwood trees, mountain laurel bushes, ferns, and trails that meander down to a 1/2 mile frontage on Long Swamp Creek (a tributary to Etowah river) consisting of 25 waterfalls, ranging from 2 to 45 feet vertical drops. Magnificent! Perfect for a family compound. The main home offers approximately 3900 sq. ft. open concept floor plan with pine cathedral ceilings and pine trim throughout the home, large stone fireplace, multiple skylights and a four seasons sunroom with attached grill deck accented by soothing sounds of the rushing waterfalls. Master on main with his and hers separate bathrooms and walk in closets. You will love the amazing view of Sharp Top Mountain from the main deck. Vast, expansive windows bring the outdoors in. Radiant floor heating as well as ground source heat pump. Whole house back-up generator. The finished terrace level offers a guest bedroom and bath, in-law suite with all new kitchen appliances, a huge office / media room, laundry hook-ups and 2 private deck areas (one is covered). Extra-large 3-car garage. The timber frame guest house offers cathedral ceiling and open floor plan with new kitchen cabinets, leathered marble countertop and new appliances. This home offers approximately 1800 sq ft; 4 bedrooms, 2 on main and 2 in the finished terrace level, and 2 full baths as well as 5 exterior decks. Contains the same style radiant heat floors as the main home. The second house could alternately serve as an excellent investment rental or VRBO. Treasured by its original owners, enjoy nature, wildlife and a vast array of species in the southernmost range of the Appalachian system. (Hike at your own risk) Property abuts a protected conservation area that will never be developed. There is a detached 24 X 52 garage/workshop on the property with separate electrical service. High speed internet available. Separate fire pit patio onsite. Recents improvements New Roofs on Both Homes and the Shop, New Pump 2023. Guest house kitchen and baths renovated. *Listed below appraised value*