One of the best kept secrets in North Georgia! Nestled on +/-5 acres with its own private pond stocked with grass carp & koi and a lighted fountain, this unique North Georgia Mountain property offers the serenity and beauty of the mountains and the peaceful water views you've been looking for! Perfect for a primary residence, 2nd home or an investment property and currently in a successful vacation rental program, Mountain Spring Cottage offers the ideal blend of rustic cabin and farm house, plus tons of charm and character. A large family room with exposed beams and fireplace greets you as you enter the front door. The chef-at-heart will appreciate the updated eat-in kitchen with SS appliances, solid surface countertops, farm sink, and gas cooktop with exterior vented hood. The kitchen as well as main floor primary suite with marble shower and walk-in closet, open to a massive screened porch spanning the entire rear of the home overlooking the pond. Laundry is on the main floor as well as a separate half bath. Upstairs offers a full second level of living with vaulted guest suite, renovated bath, large open family room plus an additional sleeping loft that can easily sleep 4 adults. There are hardwood floors throughout the main level and upstairs. The climate controlled daylight, walk-out basement has ample room for additional expansion to add another bedroom and bath and more living or recreational space. An existing oversized owner's storage room can be used for personal property or as a work room. Enjoy walking trails throughout the property, lighted paths around the pond, a firepit as well as a hot tub overlooking the pond. There are ample expansion areas on the property for RV parking, a garage, tiny home or additional buildings. Perfectly located just 2 miles off Hwy 76/515 with all paved road access, it is under 10 minutes to downtown Ellijay, historic Blue Ridge, wineries, hiking, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants and more. Completely move-in ready and meticulously maintained: new metal roof (2019), new tankless water heater (2021). Furniture is negotiable with an acceptable offer.