PRIVATE RETREAT - 3 permitted BRs *PLUS* ADDITONAL SEPARATE LIVING QUARTERS with INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ACCESS & EXPANSIVE LIVING AND BONUS ROOMS in MAIN HOME on a beautiful 1-ACRE Lot in MINT HILL! Nestled on a picturesque 1-acre homesite surrounded by mature trees, this unique property offers the perfect combination of privacy, flexibility, and convenience. Located just outside Downtown Mint Hill, you'll enjoy a peaceful, country-like setting while remaining minutes from I-485, Matthews, the University Area, and only approximately 15 miles from Uptown Charlotte. One of the home's most desirable features is the PRIVATE SECONDARY LIVING QUARTERS, thoughtfully designed with both interior access and its own exterior entrance. Ideal for multi-generational living, extended guests, a home business, caregiver accommodations, or long-term visitors, this separate suite includes a living room, kitchenette, bedroom, and full bath, providing independence without sacrificing connection to the main home. The kitchenette is equipped with a sink, microwave, and mini refrigerator, offering added convenience for guests or family members. THE PRIMARY RESIDENCE offers spacious living areas and a versatile floor plan designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. Beautiful wood flooring flows throughout the main living areas, creating warmth and character throughout the home. The impressive great room features soaring cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace, and abundant natural light, creating a welcoming gathering space for family and friends. The well-appointed kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a refrigerator that conveys with the home. An OVERSIZED UPSTAIRS BONUS ROOM AND ADDITIONAL FLEX ROOM provide endless possibilities for a media room, home office, playroom, fitness area, hobby space, or additional storage. A walk-in storage room located off the loft area provides valuable storage space rarely found in today's homes. OUTDOOR LIVING takes center stage with a LARGE SCREENED PORCH overlooking the backyard, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. The expansive deck and above-ground POOL with surrounding sun deck provide exceptional space for entertaining family and friends all summer long. Whether hosting gatherings, enjoying morning coffee, or spending evenings under the stars, this property was designed to be enjoyed both indoors and out. Additional highlights include TWO DETACHED STORAGE BUILDINGS providing exceptional versatility. The larger 389-square-foot wired outbuilding offers tremendous flexibility and features two separate entrances, including a convenient ramped entrance for easy access with lawn equipment and recreational vehicles. Whether used as a workshop, hobby space, storage area, or future project space, this building provides exceptional functionality. An additional 83-square-foot storage shed offers even more room for tools, lawn equipment, and seasonal items. Rarely does a property offer this level of flexibility, outdoor living, and privacy while maintaining such convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and major commuter routes. If you've been searching for a home with separate living quarters, room to spread out, and a peaceful 1-acre setting, this Mint Hill gem deserves your attention.