8850 Matt Highway, Ball Ground, GA 30107

$1,030,000

PRICED BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! Approved lender to offer up to $5K in closing costs! Home warranty included! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Where can you find over 4 PRIVATE ACRES that back up to the ETOWAH RIVER with WALKING TRAILS and a SPECATULAR VIEW of the NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS with a GORGEOUS… Read More TIMBER FRAMED HOME in FORSYTH COUNTY? YOU'VE FOUND IT! EXQUISITE TIMBER-FRAMED ONE OWNER estate, situated on 4 PRIVATE, WOODED ACRES in the EXCLUSIVE Etowah Trails subdivision, is a CUSTOM BUILT MASTERPIECE. An artisan hand-cut structure crafted with Eastern White Pine and Douglas Fir; this home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern luxury. From the moment you step inside, you will be captivated by the STUNNING long-range views of the North Georgia Mountains through the expansive wall of windows in the GRAND TWO-STORY GREAT ROOM. The DOUBLE-SIDED MASONRY FIREPLACE invites you to relax in a space defined by rustic WIDE PLANK PINE FLOORS, EXPOSED WOOD BEAMS, and intricate IRONWORK. Every detail reflects an unwavering commitment to QUALITY and ARTISTRY. The OPEN CONCEPT layout centers around a FABULOUS GOURMET KITCHEN that is a CHEF'S DREAM. Newly remodeled CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, and TOP-OF-THE-LINE GE Monogram APPLIANCES provide functionality and ELEGANCE. Specialty features include a warming drawer, an Advantium Speed Cook Oven, a SIX-BURNER COOKTOP, and a spacious WALK-IN PANTRY. Adjacent to the kitchen, the OVERSIZED DINING AREA, with seating for 10 to 12 guests, is set by the cozy DOUBLE SIDED FIREPLACE; an ideal space for ENTERTAINING. The main-level primary suite is a SERENE RETREAT featuring private deck access, allowing you to wake up to BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS. The SPA-LIKE ENSUITE BATHROOM offers luxury finishes, while the CUSTOMIZED WALK-IN CLOSET provides ABUNDANT STORAGE. This level also includes two additional bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath, a convenient half bath off the kitchen, and a GENEROUSLY SIZED LAUNDRY ROOM with built-in cabinetry. The upper level features a SPACIOUS LOFT overlooking the great room, making it perfect for a home office or quiet reading nook. A PRIVATE SUITE with a luxury bath, walk-in closet, and an EXPANSIVE BONUS ROOM is ideal as a fifth bedroom or entertainment space is accessible via a back staircase. Huge WALK-IN CLOSETS provide AMAZING STORAGE. The EXPANSIVE unfinished BASEMENT provides nearly 3,000 square feet of potential, already insulated and framed with a fireplace insert in place, ready for customization to suit your needs. Outdoors, the property boasts almost 900 SQUARE FEET OF DECKING, ideal for enjoying the SERENE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS and INCREDIBLE VIEWS. The oversized two-car garage, spanning over 750 square feet, provides AMPLE SPACE for vehicles, storage, and workspace. The estate embraces its natural surroundings with a fenced paddock, perfect for pets, and direct access to the neighborhood walking and equestrian trail system that leads to the ETOWAH RIVER. Additional upgrades, including COPPER GUTTERS, PELLA DOUBLE PANE WINDOWS, and tankless water heaters, ensure this home is as functional as it is beautiful. While offering the serenity of a private retreat, this home is conveniently located near the charming city of Ball Ground and all the amenities Forsyth County has to offer. Zoned for the highly sought-after Forsyth County school district, this property combines the TRANQUILITY of NATURE with MODERN CONVENIENCES. Lovingly crafted with attention to every detail, this EXTRAORDINARY home presents a RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a true masterpiece and experience luxury living amidst the breathtaking beauty of North Georgia. Minutes away from award-winning Gibbs Gardens, Poole's Mill Park, downtown Ball Ground and Cumming; and don't forget about the AMAZING Forsyth County Senior Tax Exemption! RUN--DON'T WALK-- to this PHENOMENAL property! You will be glad you did! Read Less

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Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 27, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,692

Lot Size

4.06 Acres

Year Built

2005

MLS Number

10498373

30 Days Snapshot Of 30107

$567k

-11%

(avg) sold price

+5%

homes sold

+2%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator

Basement

Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Building

4,692 finished sqft above grade, 4,692 total finished sqft, Built in 2005, Craftsman, Stone, Wood Siding, Three Or More, House

Community

None

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Dining Room

Seats 12+

Exterior Features

Gas Grill, Deck

Fees

Initiation Fee: $300

Fence

Wood

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Basement, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Floors

Hardwood, Stone

Water Features

Water body: NONE, Creek

Heating

Central

Home Owner's Association

Annual Fee: $600

Interior Features

Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Master On Main Level, Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Kitchen

Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Pantry

Lot

Leased Land: No, 4.06 acres, Sloped, Wooded

Parking

Parking Total: 4, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side/Rear Entrance

Property

No Common Walls, River, Stream, Resale, Single Family Residence, Mountain(s)

Roof

Composition

Security Features

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Annual Amount: $9,636, Year: 2024

Utilities

Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Public

Windows

Double Pane Windows

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