PRIVATE 5.6-ACRE RETREAT WITH SEPARATE GUEST COTTAGE, CREEK & STUNNING WOODED VIEWS! Rare opportunity to own a private retreat where natural beauty, flexible living space & everyday comfort come together. Tucked among mature hardwoods & enhanced by a peaceful running creek, this remarkable property offers a serene setting just minutes from Ashland's shops, restaurants & conveniences. The 2,552 SF main residence welcomes you with rich hardwood flooring, soaring vaulted ceilings accented by exposed wood beams & a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that creates a warm & inviting centerpiece. Expansive windows frame beautiful, wooded views in every season, while the spacious kitchen opens directly to an oversized wraparound deck w/built-in seating for entertaining, outdoor dining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The main home offers 3 generously sized bedrooms & comfortable living spaces designed to embrace the property's natural setting. FEATURES: 2 Car ATT Garage, cedar siding, ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen and baths & architectural shingle roofing. What truly sets this property apart is the detached guest cottage, an increasingly rare and sought-after feature. Offering approximately 1,100 square feet of additional living space, this separate residence provides exceptional flexibility and privacy. Complete with 1 bedroom, full bathroom, open-concept living area, kitchen, stackable washer / dryer & independent living accommodations, the cottage creates endless possibilities. Whether used for multigenerational living, an in-law suite, extended guest stays, a private home office, artist's studio, executive retreat, or potential rental opportunities where permitted, this additional residence delivers versatility that is difficult to find. Properties offering 2 separate living spaces on over 5 acres are exceptionally rare & increasingly desirable. With a picturesque creek, abundant privacy, & the unique advantage of a fully functional guest cottage, this is more than a home, it's a private estate designed for the way people live today.