1080 Oak Grove Rd, Athens, GA 30607

Southern Oaks. .. Nestled on 14 plus acres, down a 1/2mile driveway. You will find a slice of ideal country living-complete w/ a gracious Manor Styled Retreat. This is conveniently located within minutes of downtown Athens. This custom home, is perfect for entertaining, holidays or enjoying a quiet evening with the family. The owners perfected this floor plan by rebuilding a house they have lived in before and making small adjustments for an unbelievable well thought out space. No expense was spared! When arriving at the driveway, the unassuming nature of this home is yet to be realized. Upon approach, the details begin to unfold at the oversized rocking chair front porch w/ rock detailed flooring. Upon entry through the foyer you enter the vast great room w/ 18ft. stacked stone fireplace and panoramic views that are the heart of this home. The kitchen is an entertainer's delight w/ only a serving bar to separate you from friends and family that are gathering in the great room. No host or hostess will ever be divided when they are cooking and preparing meals. Sizeable counter space provides ample room and cooking “made easy” with two wall ovens and gas burner stove top. The oversized triple window above the sink creates an idyllic view while preparing those wonderful feasts for family and friends. Just off the kitchen, the covered rear deck is the perfect spot to enjoy that first cup of morning coffee or to relax with a glass of wine as the evening sun sets on your country retreat. For keeping the family life in order, a rear entrance, with a second staircase to the upstairs, provides a mudroom styled laundry room and storage. The family bedrooms are grouped together on the 2nd floor each offering a “suite-like” feel w/ each room boasting ample closets and full baths. The master suite is a retreat of its own. Located on the main floor the suite, boasts an oversized space for additional seating and private access to rear deck. The terrace level is another spectacular space located just down the steps. A generous sized family room with stacked stone fireplace is a gathering spot for guests & family. Entertaining is made easy w/ the oversized rec room that is perfect for your pool table/game room. A private guest suite & bath are ideal for overnight guests that may stay a little longer. Storage is not an issue, with the terrace level offering substantial room for all your needs. While the inside of this house is notable, the grounds outside are no less impressive. The substantial detached covered porch "known by the family as the pool house" features another spectacular space for family or entertaining. The "pool house" boasts another true size stacked stone FP, beamed vault ceiling, custom light fixture, wet bar & 360 views of the beautiful pasture land. Not many offerings of this type of property can be found in NE Georgia