Looking for PRIVACY, VIEWS, and ROOM TO ROAM? This 22-acre mountaintop haven sits at 2200' elevation with year-round panoramic VIEWS of the Rich Mountain Wilderness-offering the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, only 20 minutes from Historic Downtown Ellijay (and no steep roads to worry about!). This custom 4BR/3BA home is perfectly positioned to maximize privacy and serenity. The vaulted great room with exposed beams opens to a sunroom that doubles as a dining area, the screened porch, open deck, and new fire pit are ideal spaces for gathering with family & friends. The main level features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and laundry, while the finished basement offers a guest suite with steam shower, cedar closets, and a spacious family/den area. A separate garage apartment with kitchenette provides flexible space for guests or multi-generational living. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, ATV garage, detached workshop/garage building with sitting area & full bath. Fenced garden, chicken coop, fruit trees, trails on property, target shooting area, and an RV dump tied to the septic. Located 14 miles from Ellijay with easy access to GA 400 & Hwy 515, this retreat offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility-an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and the hot summers in Florida. (3,023 sq ft includes the guest apartment.) See long list of improvements. Mountain VIEWS visible from sunroom/dining room, kitchen, living area, primary bedroom and outdoor living. (Bonus: Full time residents ages 65 & older are exempt from school tax in Gilmer County)