2033 Hollidon Rd., Decatur, GA 30033

"Nestled away," "rolling hills," and "the soul of a family mountain cabin" aren't qualities Inside-The-Perimeter house hunters see often. And yet, here's 2033 Hollidon Road, a three-bedroom/two-bath rustic brick ranch where mid-century charm has been lovingly maintained and tastefully upgraded over the years. It starts with the Northlake location. Hollidon Road is only a dozen houses deep, and 2033 is just about at the cul de sac, so tree-studded tranquility isn't an issue. But, there's maximum convenience, too: the adjoining road is Lavista, and from there, only a few minutes to Northlake Mall and equidistant to Downtown Atlanta and Buckhead; CDC and Emory commuters, meanwhile, can stick to the surface streets. Back home. Beyond a sturdy brick exterior, the wide-open common area shines with warm hardwoods, beadboard, and a they-don't-make-them-like-this-anymore built-in shelving. The kitchen works, with plentiful countertop space, contemporary colors, stainless appliances, and center island. It's about flow: cozy enough for quiet nights in; more than flexible for milling about while entertaining. The same goes for the sunroom. The back of the house boasts an eastern exposure, the perfect orientation for this second living room. There's enough square footage for a complete setup, floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, and the view is lovely, too — there's a lot of green and plenty of privacy from the neighbors. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms round out the main level, with plenty of storage (two closets in the primary suite, in fact); as for the bathrooms, one has a bathtub and one a shower; in both, original tilework has adapted timelessly. Finally, the downstairs. A semi-finished basement converted into two spaces: a family room that's a world away (the previous owners used it as a "post-pandemic work-from-home office"). The other half of the space is a large utility area with loads of room, especially for outdoorsy families who need a spot to stash all their gear. With its dedicated entrance to the backyard, it could even be an easy-going guest suite. Priced to bring immediate attention at $499,900