Property Description

This truly unique home has a touch of mid-century-modern style. Carefully designed and lovingly built by a noted Atlanta Architect, he enjoyed this home for many happy years. Planned to meet the needs of his family, grandchildren and friends for years to come, it has served that purpose very well. Fortunately for you, it's time for this treasured home to be passed along to a new owner. This home is looking for someone who will appreciate the fine quality, the unique floor plan and the peaceful lifestyle that the Skylake community embodies. Enter the foyer and appreciate the vaulted open-beam ceiling that is a theme throughout the home. Light and bright describes the whole house. With lots of windows and glass doors, the natural beauty of mountain living is brought inside. The main level features a large living area with a stately floor-to-ceiling masonry stone fireplace. The separate dining room can host large gatherings. A well-designed kitchen flows into the dining area and has timeless solid oak cabinets, many with glass fronts. A large, screened porch is just off the kitchen for dining outside. From its conception, this home was ahead of its time in many ways. The main level offers a split bedroom plan with two primary bedrooms each with a private bath. A sun-filled office/library completes the main level. On the Terrace Level are two bedrooms that share a full bath, and the stone fireplace is repeated in the large den. The kitchen, primary bedroom suite and office/library were added to the home around 1990, along with the wine cellar, garage and carport. The parquet floors are in remarkable condition and speak to the care this home has seen over the years. The tile bathrooms are original and have tasteful neutral colors that stand the test of time. The yard has mature plantings, Japanese maple, natural rhododendron and mountain laurel. Multiple open porches and decks overlook the natural, easy-care yard. The terrace level sliding glass doors open to the covered patio and lower yard. Other unique features of the yard are the established Koi pond, stacked stone walls accenting the walkways, and the upper and lower asphalt driveways that provide easy access to both the upper and lower levels. Living in Skylake has much to offer, including hiking trails, a community park at York Falls, many social clubs, a swimming pool, pickleball courts, canoeing, fishing and don't forget the large Clubhouse overlooking the lake. Enjoy all the many amenities, the community water system and private roads, and 24/7 gated security.