PRIVATE MOUNTAIN ESTATE ON 42 ACRES WITH TRANQUIL POND - Escape to the North Georgia Mountains with this beautiful custom home privately situated on 42 stunning acres, complete with a serene private pond and the option for additional acreage. Offering exceptional privacy, usable land, and room to roam, this property is a rare mountain retreat. This spacious 3BR/3.5BA home offers flexibility with a potential 4th bedroom on the finished terrace level. The main level features a welcoming living room with a beautiful brick fireplace, country kitchen, separate dining room, screened porch, large primary suite with bonus space perfect for an office, nursery, or sitting area, plus a half bath and laundry room. Upstairs you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and additional storage space. The fully finished terrace level offers a large bonus room with office area, potential 4th bedroom, and full bath, all opening to a screened porch complete with a hot tub for relaxing after a day outdoors. The 42-acre property showcases gentle terrain, a tranquil private pond, mature trees, abundant wildlife, and a large yard perfect for children, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful mountain setting. A detached 2-stall garage provides ample space for vehicles, RV storage, equipment, or a workshop. Conveniently located near Carters Lake, local apple orchards, wineries, hiking trails, and historic downtown Ellijay, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of privacy, acreage, natural beauty, and North Georgia mountain charm.