199 Mountain Rest Lake Rd, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
About this home
A beautifully updated mountain retreat is exactly what you'll find at 199 Mountain Rest Lake Road. This 2 bed (plus office/3rd bedroom), 2 bathroom, one level, freshly painted home is the perfect place to escape on weekends or call your primary residence. As you enter the semi-circle drive, you'll find low maintenance landscaping surrounding the property. Inside the home to your left is an open floor plan with living and dining room flowing together seamlessly. A gas fireplace anchors the living room which also features a bay window. The kitchen has loads of storage, great sight lines to the sunroom, dining and living rooms, plus a small dining space which could easily be converted into additional storage. The laundry room is just off the kitchen and has exterior access to the covered walk between the house and carport. Back inside, head to the sunroom. This would make a wonderful reading nook, game room, or just sit and enjoy watching the seasons change thanks to a wall of windows along the back of the house. The sunroom flows into a screened-in porch area with access to the uncovered back deck. Just off the living room is the office. The perfect spot to conquer the business world, or it could be converted into a 3rd bedroom. On the left is a full guest bathroom and across the hallway is a guest room. The primary suite is something special. You'll pass the full bath on your left as you enter the sleeping area. Two walk-in closets are also on your left and a unique nook is just off to your right. This nook could be great for an office, nursery, library, or a craft room as it's presently being used. The outside opportunities here are remarkable. You'll have the carport with big barndoors for storage, plus two outbuildings (both have electric), and an additional space to park your RV. The RV site has a dedicated power source and septic cleanout. Other features of the home include a Generac generator, tall crawlspace with storage under the home, there’s so much to see here. Schedule your tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
1.37 acresLot Size
$246Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Holly Douglas• Clardy Real Estate - W Union
This seemingly small home lives LARGE. Sited on a gentle sloping 1.37 acres with an ample circular drive granting easy access. There is an attached carport with an entry door into the laundry room adjacent to the kitchen. The kitchen has useful built-ins and enough room for a breakfast area. The laundry room has an additional full-size refrigerator to stock up on entertaining supplies, or to simply stock up so you can enjoy some down-time away from all life’s worries. If you still feel the need for screen-time, high speed internet is available for the dual-person office with built-ins for all those “things” you can’t do without. The office even has a window with a woodsy view to remind you of the beauty just outside your door. You could convert the office area into a bunk room for additional overnight guests. Entering through the front door, a feeling of comfort surrounds you as it immediately apparent that the homeowner’s have lovingly cared for this residence. A fireplace with propane gas logs and a large bay window complement the traditional living room. A dining area adjoins hosting a pass-through window from the galley style kitchen. The Master Suite includes a private sitting room. If needed, it could easily be a nursery. The Master has two walk-in closets with windows for the perfect light to differentiate the blacks and blues of your wardrobe. A family room with an additional dining area features multiple windows all with natural world views. Visitors include deer, turkey and bear! An abundance of entertaining spaces, both indoors and outdoors, as a sliding glass door opens onto the screened porch area for dining al fresco and a spacious deck (Trex) for grilling out and relaxing. For practicality, a whole-home generator, a workshop (potential she-shed) and additional storage building complete this property. If you are looking for an investment/vacation rental property to purchase, the owner will consider a furnished option. The busy season is upon us and this home is ready for vacationers. Surrounded by Mother Nature, outdoor enthusiast’s will appreciate this location. Oconee State Park and many beautiful hiking trails, waterfalls and the Chattooga River are near. Conveniently located in the Sumter National Forest Area off of Highway 28, this home is a quick driving distance from popular destinations such as Highlands, Cashiers, Scaly Mountain and Sapphire, NC as well as Clayton and Dillard, GA.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,658
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
070-00-01-012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
CFD
Control Free District
The control free district is intended to be the initial zoning district for all parcels within the jurisdiction at the time of initial adoption of zoning in Oconee County, only; any parcel subsequently rezoned to any other district shall not be a part of the control free district at any future date.
Other Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Laminate Countertop, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Details: 31-50 Years
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Paved Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.37
Lot Size Acres: 1.37
Lot Features: Not In Subdivision, Outside City Limits, Interior Lot
Water Body Name: Mountain Rest Lake
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,658
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane, Septic Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Lake
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,658
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Oconee County
APN: 070-00-01-012
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
James M. Brown Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.2mi
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Walhalla Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
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Walhalla High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mountain Rest, SC • 29664
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$388,000 – $469,000
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