Nestled on the tranquil shores of Chattooga Lake, a private, gated, sparkling, spring-fed lake, this enchanting log cabin exudes rustic elegance and serene charm. Welcome to 555 Chattooga Lake Rd in Mountain Rest, SC. The cabin's interior, crafted from rich, honey-toned timber, seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings, providing an inviting rustic allure. Expansive decks provide breathtaking views of the lake. Step inside to discover a spacious great room with a soaring vaulted ceiling, exposed timber framing, and a working antique wood stove from Antique Stove Hospital in Rhode Island. It will truly warm your home during those cozy winter nights. The warm wood finishes and handcrafted details add a touch of artisanal beauty. Beautiful, well-maintained wood floors flow throughout the house. Rustic and artistic lighting from Avalanche Ranch Lighting adds a sophisticated glow to the home. The well-appointed kitchen features modern amenities, ideal for preparing meals while gazing out over the lake. Adjacent to the kitchen, a charming dining area opens onto the great room, where you can enjoy alfresco meals or read the paper. The cabin offers multiple bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with comfort and tranquility in mind, providing restful retreats with privacy. The home's walk-out basement is a wonderful 1050-square-foot space with three French doors leading to another breathtaking deck. Heating and cooling are in place for easy finishing. Outside, the expansive deck extends around the home and toward the water, offering ample lounging, dining, or entertainment space. A gentle path leads to a private dock and an inviting firepit. You can launch a kayak from the dock or sit and enjoy the peaceful lapping of the water. Roast marshmallows with friends and family and star gaze from the beautiful fire pit late into the night. This Lake Chattooga retreat is a perfect mountain/lake getaway or a dream primary home. Lake Chattooga is 15 minutes from the grocery store and downtown Walhalla and 30 minutes from Seneca for shopping and dining. It is 45 minutes from Clemson University, 1 hour, 20 minutes to Greenville, and 2 hours to Atlanta. It is minutes to hike and 30 waterfalls, 20 minutes to Lake Keowee, and 30 minutes to Lake Jocassee and the Jocassee Gorges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Asheville, NC, is 1.5 hrs, and visit the Highlands and Cashiers of NC in 30 min. There are numerous rivers for fly fishing within minutes of this home. Short-term rentals are allowed. This home comes partially furnished. Call your realtor for a complete list of furnishings and a personal showing. This home has never been rented. It has been used as a family retreat.
UNBELIEVABLE SELLER CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE! Closing costs paid up to 3%!!! Hurry out to the lake to enjoy the fall colors! And to say that this house has a beautiful view of the private, 45 acre Chattooga lake would be an understatement. This home has a DAZZLING million dollar lake front view from the kitchen, the master bedroom, the living room, the guest bedroom, and the lower level walk out...not to mention from the numerous decks and the dock. The small community boasts a friendly neighborhood, privacy and natural beauty at every turn in the road. This home has been tastefully updated with a total master bathroom modification; dual sinks and a tiled, walk-in shower, finished with a classic design LVP flooring, up dated fixtures and mirrors. The Kitchen/Dining room has all new stainless-steel appliances; gas stove/convection oven, granite counter tops, and perfectly chosen subway tile. Flow from the kitchen or living room to the expansive decks is seamless. Invite friends to dine or to be entertained on the large screened porch (32' x 10') or enjoy the double, wrap around porches, totaling over 1,000 sq. feet. There is ample room to celebrate special occasions or enjoy a peaceful cup of coffee while watching the sun rise. Composite decking has recently been installed on all decks exposed to the sunlight, and fresh stain (to match) on the covered decks, all surrounded with an updated and tasteful wire railing. You will never want to leave home! The laundry/mud room has a custom bench, shelving and expansive pantry. New flooring completes the laundry room update. Oh...don't forget, the washer and dryer convey as well! The lower level, daylight walk-out has 10' ceilings, beautiful engineered hardwood flooring, 3 ceiling fans, a large bedroom (16â x 14â) with lake views, a full bath and open concept living with unforgettable views, opening to another large covered deck with a hot tub that conveys. The spacious walkout also includes a workshop (16â x 12') and an unfinished storage room/ home gym (14â x 11â) plus more storage with a closet under the stairs. The upstairs hosts 2 oversized bedrooms, a large loft and a full bath. Newly installed stone steps grace the lawn from the driveway to the main 20'x20' composite floored dock, and a 8â x 10â fishing dock! All of the furnishings for this home can be purchased and closing can be as quick as you want! This home could easily be used for Airbnb. Trout fisherman and white water paddlers will love the quick access to Wild and Scenic Chattooga River; some of the best and most beautiful fishing and kayaking rivers! Hike the Blue Ridge for miles or head to the Nantahala Outdoor Center for river rafting at its best! Perfectly located for exploring the area. 21 miles to Highland NC. 25 miles to Clemson SC. 27 to Cashiers, NC and 23 miles to Clayton GA. Approximately 1.5 hours to Atlanta, GA and 2 hours to Charlotte, NC. OTHER FUN FACTS ABOUT THIS HOUSE: Main level is heated/cooled by central electric heat pump (propane stoves on main and basement levels). 2 septic tanks (basement is on a separate system) Well water is of very good quality, new HVAC 2016 (professionally serviced in 2022), radon mitigation system installed in in 2018, new roof 2022, the home is a "smart home" with Alexa/Google enabled lights and fans, smart lock on one exterior door, and a door-bell camera. The average utility bills over the past several years are under $200/month. House has AT&T U-verse high speed internet.
YOUR DREAM COME TRUE FOR UNDER $500k! Longcreek Campground is for sale. "Google" Longcreek Campground to see the wonderful reviews from over the years & some pics of actual camping. This property is 13+ unrestricted acres which is fenced throughout and gated in 2 areas to divide off the owner's private oasis from the campground. There are 8 campsites, most are right on the creek, with room for plenty more. 2 of the sites are double sites. Longcreek is a beautiful creek (over 1300' frontage) which meanders down the border of the West side of property. There is also a fresh-water spring that runs right through the East side of the property. ALL furnishings are included, plus campground equipment, picnic tables, benches, grills & other items needed to run the campground. There are 2 cabins, besides the camp sites (which all have a firepit & grill), underground utilities throughout, a large bathhouse with overhead storage door, 2 septic tanks, large private well with pressure accumulator, established garden area and trails throughout! The house is 1953 sq.ft. consisting of 2 bedrooms (one doesn't have a closet), an open concept living area flanked with a wood stove, an office with sliding glass doors to the outside (which was used to check in guests), a huge bathroom & 2 decks. There's a huge recreation room for guests which includes a pool table, air hockey & foosball tables plus tons of games & books. This room is located on the left side of the house with a separate entrance for campers and is accessible inside the home too. Whether you are looking for a home business or just want a quiet place to live, this unrestricted property close to the GA/SC border has boundless opportunities. You can expand it to include whatever you can envision. Long Creek is the home of numerous outdoor activities such as river rafting, fishing, hiking, woods & waterfalls. It is also the home of Chattooga Belle Farm which has 180+ degree views of the mountains, a farm, winery, store, restaurant and event center, where many weddings are held. The Chattooga River was the setting for the movie "Deliverance" in 1972. Note: This campground has not been up & running for 3-4 years, but you can bring it back to life again! The campground does need a little TLC and the decks do need some work but nothing a handyman can't handle. One of the cabins had a roof leak and the paneling on the right side wall will need to be replaced. Other than that, let's get that campground open again! Owner will look at all offers! DO NOT ENTER THE PROPERTY WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT & YOUR REALTOR!
The median home value in Mountain Rest, SC is $242,500. This is lower than the county median home value of $254,500. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Mountain Rest, SC is $242,500. Approximately 48.57% of Mountain Rest homes are owned, compared to 12.65% rented, while 38.78% are vacant. Mountain Rest real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Mountain Rest real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Mountain Rest, South Carolina has a population of 2,197. Mountain Rest is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 15.95% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 21.71%.
The median household income in Mountain Rest, South Carolina is $44,491. The median household income for the surrounding county is $52,842 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Mountain Rest is 48.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 27.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 63 inches per year, with 2.2 inches of snow per year.