Know someone buying a home?
Don’t let your Veteran and military friends miss out on the opportunity to discover this home!
71
Photos
8850 Matt Highway, Ball Ground, GA 30107
$949,000 Asking Price
$---/mo Est. Payment Get Prequalified »
5
beds
4
baths
4,692
sqft
Built in
2005
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 & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- 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)
- Rooms:
- Bonus Room, Great Room - 2 Story, Loft, Workshop
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry:
- Laundry Room, Main Level
- Basement:
- Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Flooring:
- Hardwood, Wood
- A/C:
- Central Air, Electric
- Heating:
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Double Sided, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Fireplaces: 2
- Disability Feature:
- None
- Eco/Green Feature:
- Windows, None
Exterior
- General:
- Gas Grill, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Style:
- Cabin, Craftsman, Rustic
- Pool:
- None
- Parking:
- Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Construction
- Roofing:
- Composition, Shingle
- Windows:
- Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- General:
- Cedar, Stone, Three Or More, Concrete Perimeter
Location
- Road/Access:
- County Road
- HOA Amenities:
- 300.0, Annually
- Originating MLS:
- First Multiple Listing Service
- County:
- Forsyth - GA
Lot
- Zoning:
- 3-1 357 LOT 32 ETOWAH TRAILS PH I, 004 037
- View:
- Mountain(s), Rural, Trees/Woods
- Fencing:
- Wood
Utilities
- Utilities:
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available, 110 Volts
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Septic Tank
Financial
- Source:
- First Multiple Listing Service
This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, Todd Kroupa
Monthly Payment
Disabled 10% or more?
Used a VA Loan before?
Eligible for BAH?
Do you have dependents?
Your BAH amount is for the military housing area.
Loan term (number of years)
Property taxes are generally around 1.2% of the home’s value, but may vary based on location.
Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
$---
Est. Payment *
- Principal & Interest $--
- Taxes $--
- Insurance $--
- VA Funding Fee $--
$--- Est. Payment - $--- BAH = $--- Remaining
Powered by
Ready to get started? Get prequalified »
About Ball Ground, GA
Housing
- Number of Units
- 6,599
- Median Home Value
- $256,144
- Median Rent
- $827
13.24% of housing units are renter occupied.
4.10% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
72.31%
- Public Transportation
-
0.00%
- Walk to Work
-
0.49%
- Work from Home
-
26.51%
- Other
-
0.68%
The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.
People
- Population
- 17,633
- Median Age
- 39.50
- Median Household Size
- 2.82
Education
- High School
-
32.91%
- Associate’s Degree
-
10.02%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
17.80%
- Graduate Degree
-
7.75%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
Similar Homes
Interested in this home?
Request more information:
