81 Acres in Scottsboro, AL - $675,000

Spectacular, amazing, gorgeous, peaceful, awe-inspiring, and beautiful are just a few of the words that will come to mind when you step out onto the back deck of this cozy home, which is located on top of July Mountain, overlooking Lake Guntersville. A place of serenity and natural grandeur is what you will find in this New England-inspired custom home. Entering the main floor you will notice an open living room/sunroom area that has plenty of natural light pouring in from the back windows and skylights. The hardwood floors are custom and craftsmanship is evident throughout the home. An interesting feature is a wood-burning stove near the sitting area, making for a warm place to settle in on a cool night. There is a dining room and a well-equipped kitchen adjacent to the living space. A study, with bookshelves galore and a piano, sets just off the living room and the den sets off the west wing of the house. A prominent feature in the room is the large reclaimed exposed beams supporting the ceiling. Just pick your favorite spot to enjoy a conversation, read, work or just simply relax. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms, a large master with its own bathroom with double vanity, shower and walk-in closet. Another bedroom has access to an open area, where you can see down into the main floor sunroom, and also see through the skylights. The third bedroom is great for guests. The second bathroom upstairs is shared by the 2 guest bedrooms. The basement is interesting in that it could be used as almost a separate living space. It has a living/sitting area, as well as its own small kitchen area. Plus an additional room that could be used as an office, workout room, playroom, guest bedroom, or for your needs. There is also a full bathroom in the basement. A large area is also unfinished in the basement and is currently used for storage. The house is approximately 1775 sf on the main floor, 1145 sf upstairs and 940 sf in the basement. The land itself is some of the most naturally beautiful you will see. The mature hardwood timber has been growing for decades. There are mammoth-sized chestnut oaks, white oaks, hickories, poplars and maples, all up and down the ridge. The property sits atop July Mountain and has thousands of feet of brow frontage that have amazing views in numerous locations, across the property. This gives this tract excellent potential for a family that wants to come in and build several more cabins if needed or just hold it as is, knowing that desirable views will always be a draw for future buyers, and possible future divisions. Most of the land sets on top and is gently rolling. A small mountain stream flows during the rainy season, bouncing and trickling down the slope. Large boulders and rock outcroppings are scattered about, making some picturesque locations. A small barn is set just a stone's throw away from the house making for good storage and a cool-looking accent structure, it fits in well with the scenery. The wildlife population is excellent in the area and deer and turkey are regular visitors. There is plenty of room to explore and create your own walking trail. There is a sense of privacy from the moment you pull in. The gravel driveway is at the end of a county-paved road and is gated. Power and city water are run to the house, making it very convenient. As lovely as the house is inside the true room you will fall in love with is the back deck. There is a 15’x30’ covered porch and a 12’x20’ open-air deck where you will sit in amazement at the details you can see while gazing across the panoramic views across Lake Guntersville. As the seasons change so do the hues of the colors on the foliage on the mountains in the distance. Some mornings there is fog rising slowly off the lake, other days clear. Fresh blooms in spring are all around you, from the native plants that have been planted around the house and species that are natural to the ridge. The fall color is simply amazing as well. Only 10 minute's drive down into Scottsboro and on down to world-renowned Lake Guntersville, which is known for its tremendous fishing and boating opportunities, this makes this retreat one of the very best you will find. I am so excited to bring this treasure to market, the owners have really created a gem. Please reach out to me, Ben Richardson, the listing agent for more details and to schedule your private showing on this illustrious property.