8850 Matt Highway, Ball Ground, GA

$949,000

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5

Beds

4

Baths

4,692

Square feet

2.00

Acres

About 8850 Matt Highway

Calling all nature lovers! This meticulously maintained, 5-bedroom timber frame home by Mill Creek Post & Beam in the equestrian-friendly Etowah Trails neighborhood offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience. Nestled on 2 private, wooded acres (2 more acres available) with breathtaking mountain views, the home boasts easy access to major roadways (US19/GA-400 & I575) and is conveniently close to charming Downtown Ball Ground and Halcyon Forsyth. Atlanta and all it has to offer is less than one-hour drive away. The heart of this home is the grand 2-story great room, featuring a stunning, double-sided masonry fireplace and soaring windows that frame the captivating mountain vista. A private staircase leads to a spacious loft/office, offering a perfect vantage point to soak it all in. Adjacent, the gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with top-of-the-line Monogram appliances, a large island, granite countertops, and a walk-in pantry. The adjoining dining area comfortably seats 10 or more for memorable gatherings. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with a private bath and two additional bedrooms. Upstairs, a spacious bedroom, walk-in closet, enormous flex space, and private bathroom provides the ideal space for a teen or multi-generational living. The unfinished terrace level offers 2,877 square feet of potential, already boasting basic framing and a workshop with a separate entrance. This exquisite home is packed with upgrades, including pine floors throughout, durable copper gutters, custom shelving in the primary closet, a stacked stone backsplash in the kitchen, a tankless water heater for ultimate efficiency, Pella double-pane windows for peace and quiet, and jetted soaking tubs in the primary and upstairs guest suites. In 2022, the home underwent a meticulous refresh, including Fresh interior paint throughout, refinished interior floors and exterior decks, Repainted kitchen cabinets with new hardware, and Expert tree trimming to maximize vista mountain views. The property boasts a fenced paddock perfect for dogs and the lot borders the neighborhood's walking/equestrian trail system, providing scenic paths that lead all the way to the Etowah River. This stunning home offers a unique opportunity to live amidst nature's beauty while enjoying convenient access to modern amenities. It is zoned for the highly desirable North Forsyth High School. Additional 2 acres available.

Features of 8850 Matt Highway

MLS® # 7408394
Price $949,000
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4.00
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Square Footage 4,692
SqFt Source Public Records
Acres 2.00
Year Built 2005
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Style Cabin, Craftsman, Rustic
Status Active

Community Information

Address 8850 Matt Highway
Subdivision Etowah Trails
City Ball Ground
County Forsyth - GA
State GA
Zip Code 30107

Amenities

Utilities Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Parking Spaces 6
Parking Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
# of Garages 2
View Mountain(s), Rural, Trees/Woods
Is Waterfront No
Waterfront None
Has Pool No
Pool None

Interior

Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Lower, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 2
Fireplaces Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Stories Three Or More

Exterior

Exterior Features Gas Grill, Lighting, Rain Gutters
Lot Description Mountain Frontage, Sloped, Wooded
Windows Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Roof Composition, Shingle
Construction Cedar, Stone

School Information

Elementary Poole's Mill
Middle Liberty - Forsyth
High North Forsyth

Additional Information

Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

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