This home is waiting for you in the beautiful North Carolina mountains! Over 3400 sq. ft. laid out to accommodate a family that needs to spread out. The Smokerise neighborhood is quiet, conveniently located near many wonderful restaurants, and just 5 minutes to Lake Chatuge and Ingles. You're also within minutes of the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Young Harris College, medical facilities, hiking and other outdoor activities. You are greeted by a stunning 2-story arched entry and stonework, with everything you need on the main level: Primary bedroom with en-suite bath and walk-in closet, hardwood floors, solid doors, large mudroom with laundry and utility sink, powder room, 2 pantries and spacious living areas, anchored by an eye-catching, 3 sided fireplace! The terrace level offers 2 guest rooms, full bath, big office closet & newly carpeted bonus room perfect for media, bunks, or hobbies, plus an oversized 2-car garage. Enjoy outdoor living on multiple open & covered decks with 2 large storage areas below, plenty of parking, a big usable yard, small pond and stream, 2 fire pits, horseshoe pit with horseshoes & woodland views. Insulated concrete form construction for incredible energy savings, lots of storage and Fiber Optic Internet. There's a separate garage/workshop with exterior entry to a partially finished space above that could be an artist or yoga studio, she-shed, bunk room or a finished apartment. Lots of upgrades including newer HVAC, SS appliances, radon system, exterior and interior paint. Countertops, fixtures, mirrors and toilets in all 3 bathrooms, blinds, ceiling fans and rock work for drainage. The septic drain field has been replaced and tank pumped, and there's a septic permit for the apartment valid until 11/2026.