Featured in ''Country's Best Log Homes'' magazine, June 2015 issue. Custom built 4500 s.f. 3-level luxury mountain-top log home nestled within a 10.2 acre private nature retreat. In addition to the home's living area, there is also a detached garage with 1412 s.f. 1BR 1 BA guest quarters above. Property is on a paved road minutes from town. For the hunting or hiking enthusiast, there is a wildlife management area very close by. The property borders Great Smoky Mountains National Park at 500 ft above Foothills Parkway. There are breath-taking panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring Thunderhead Mountain, Snowbird Mountain, Rich Mountain, Parson's Bald, and Gregory's Bald that can be seen from every room. Property features include ceiling fans in every room and bath; septic system with 535 ft septic field; generator and propane tank for each building; sprinkler system throughout with 1500 gal water reservoir; water filtration and chlorination system; bamboo flooring throughout (Pergo on LL); heat pumps; on-demand water heaters; and front/back/side porches. Gourmet kitchen has a 6-burner stove/oven; wall oven & microwave; warming drawer; ice maker; french-door refrigerator; commercial dishwasher; walk-in pantry; utility half bath; and a screened porch. Great Room has an inside/outside wood burning fireplace and a 25 ft soaring open-beam ceiling with loft. Master Suite includes a spiral staircase, a large bay window; huge master walk-in closet with laundry area; bath with double sink; 72" air-jet tub, 5 ft shower; and an access door to gazebo with hot tub. Guest rooms on 2nd floor have bay windows facing the Great Smoky Mountains; luxury baths with 72" air-jet tubs; shower/steam showers; and individual HVAC systems. Lower Level is completely finished with a bed/bath suite; office/library/work room; family room; utility room; and unfinished storage area. HOA Annual Dues are for maintaining the paved road up the mountain and the security gate.