Back up offers welcome. Welcome to your dream mountain retreat! This rustic yet refined log-sided home is a true gem nestled in the North Georgia mountains, offering spectacular long-range views. This 3/3 home is thoughtfully designed, with a bedroom and bath on each level. The property sits on a 1.87-acre lot, boasting a 16 x 26 garage/outbuilding with steel roll up door (measurements per tax record) for all your storage needs. The home is located approximately one mile from the Apple road gate and a short drive to the recreational activities at Carters Lake Marina and Resort. The property offers easy access with a circular driveway and a separate driveway for the shop. Immaculately maintained and offered mostly furnished, just bring your travel bag and toothbrushes! Relax for a moment on the rocking chair front porch. The interior features warm wood finishes on the walls, ceilings, and hardwood floors, giving it that authentic cabin feel you've been searching for. The open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining area are perfect for entertaining and enjoying quality time with family and friends. From here, step onto the screened porch, where you can enjoy the captivating views and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. The main level hosts a bedroom suite which opens to the covered deck. Upstairs, you'll discover the spacious primary bedroom suite, complete with an attached bath featuring a shower, jetted tub, and dual vanities. The large loft area could be a private sitting area, office or as extra sleeping space for guests. The lower level of the home offers another bedroom and full bath, abundant storage and natural light, a large rec room and living area with seating for movies and entertainment and a pool table. Other extras include the termite bond and pest control service, Wi-Fi thermostat, an alarm system for the septic system and a special air filtration system for the Heating and AC system. This home is spacious, comfortable, bright and inviting. An ideal home for either full time or part time residence. Talking Rock Creek Resort is a community of 5500 acres and offers: a Recreation Center, two swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball goal, covered pavilions, a gym, and a playground, trails, exercise stations and 45 slip RV/Boat storage area. The Trout lodge event center has direct Talking Rock creek frontage with easy access to swim or fish the creek. An 11 acre lake, picnic area and pavilion are located near this home just inside the Apple rd gate. This is a gated community with an HOA. Septic permit is for 2 bedroom system.