Craftsman,Traditional, Residential - Bishop, GA

Steeped in history and adorned by nature, we welcome you to this magical property lovingly named "The Pleasant Good Land" on a 1776 map. Upon entering the Craftsman Style main residence, the "WOW" factor becomes most apparent. The foyer and living room are graced with a 27-foot cathedral ceiling handsomely finished in tongue and groove cypress. The fireplace is magnificently surrounded by stacked stone and also boasts an inviting wood stove. The custom built-in entertainment wall is just an added plus. The designer kitchen is truly the "Hub" for family activities, featuring a large island, granite countertops, and high-end stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom suite is indeed a retreat, boasting a large and bright sitting room.... perfect for an office or nursery. The master bath has a double shower with Travertine, and there is a spacious area ready to accommodate your favorite soaking tub or Jacuzzi. Completing the main level is a gorgeous dining room, powder room, and spacious mud room. All of the flooring on the main level is wide plank pine as well as Travertine marble.The upper level includes three large bedrooms, two full baths and a sitting room. All of the flooring upstairs is the same as the main level. Winding down to the terrace level, you will be intrigued by the" Longbranch Saloon". Take a step back in time as you visit this amazing replica of a very special Old West “watering hole". Belly up to the Heart Pine bar, say hello to Miss Kitty, and check out the home theatre, pool table, and darts, too! The separate poker room guarantees to awe your guests and they can "bunk" overnight in their own terrace level guest suite with full bath and 12 foot ceilings. Now, lets take a look outside! Flanked by covered front and rear porches, and surrounded by bluestone and cypress decking, the grounds are truly breathtaking. And not to mention there is an attached 3-car garage with a covered cypress walkway, an overhead apartment with a full bath and built-ins, and an additional shop/barn/event space with board and batten exterior, cathedral tongue and groove cypress ceilings and custom doors. Mother Nature outdid herself with mature landscaping, and a plethora of magnolias, crepe myrtles, Japanese maples, gardenias, azaleas and mountain laurel. You will vacation year “round“ in the flower garden with rock walls and fountain, fire pit, barbeque pit, custom granite picnic table..... and YES.... your very own beach! Surrounding this limited edition property is the crystal clear, Big Robinson Creek. The historic middle trading path of the Cherokee Nation bisects the grounds and boasts a stacked stone abutment dating from the 1700's. In closing, this gem of a buy includes six bedrooms, five full baths, one half bath and an outdoor shower. Approximately 7,400 square feet are heated and 10,000 square feet are under roof. There is also a fenced paddock for your horses or other animals and an RV parking area. A lovely location in the highly sought after Oconee County, this beauty is nestled on a quiet country road, but only 20 minutes to UGA and downtown Athens. Come fall in love with your future homeplace and call us today for your private tour. Professional interior photos coming soon.