596 Highlands Lake Tr., Clarkesville, GA 30523

Enjoy extraordinary mountain views and an incredible pool and patio from this 5BR, 4BA, 5400 sqft Luxury Craftsman home. Perched at 2000 feet in elevation, the home sits on 5 acres adjoining US National Forest lands and overlooks the front range of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The recently updated home features a blend of rustic and contemporary finishes with stacked stone masonry, designer fixtures, barnwood accent walls, tongue and groove pine paneling, hardwood floors, and custom built-ins and cabinetry. Open plan main living area includes inviting foyer, family room with 20 ft ceiling, study/office, a gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook and separate dining room. Owners suite has renovated bath with oversized tiled rainfall shower and shiplap paneling, vaulted ceilings, and his and hers walk-in closets. New backyard oasis has heated gunite pool with overflow spa, water features, stacked stone surrounds, slide, smart led lighting, and gas firepit. Upstairs has three bedrooms, one with ensuite bath and private porch. Terrace level includes a gaming area, media room with surround sound and projector, oversized bedroom, full bath, mudroom, and storage. Bonus: separate single car garage/shop building with overhead door. The Highlands Community is a community of estate sized lots and quality homes with a private community lake and walking trail. The home is just a quick ride to The Orchard Golf and Country Club and is located centrally between Atlanta, Greenville, and Asheville.