$1,300,000

This exquisite TUSCAN VILLA is situated on nearly 7 verdant acres nestled in one of Georgia's most beautiful valleys with Appalachian mountains surrounding it. Enter the level property through antique Italian iron gates fit for a palace. Expertly custom built with high-end finishes and top-of-the line systems, this enchanting home will transport you to Tuscany without a passport. Brick and stone accents throughout the interior (as well as the exterior construction), Versache stone floors, wood beamed ceilings, Venetian plaster wall finishes combine to create an old world look rarely found outside of Europe. The imported Italian stone floor tiles on the main level and the marble kitchen counter slabs cut in Butterfly pattern are exceptional. The open floor plan connects living, dining, & gathering spaces to the 5-star chef's kitchen with commercial appliances and a wine cooler. Thirty guests for dinner are not a problem here! Gather round the stone fireplace in the keeping room while the chef prepares a feast or enjoy appetizers al fresco on the porch. Designed to accommodate large crowds, the sliding doors in the living room open to the covered front porch to invite nature in and expand the entertaining space. Two oversized bedrooms with shared marble bath are located on the main floor as well as the spacious, walk-in pantry off the kitchen with desk area and a conveniently located, multi-purpose mudroom with exterior door, a full bath and laundry room. Upstairs is a gracious-sized primary bedroom with a luxurious marble bath, a family room and extra-large recreation room with windows on three sides providing a spectacular Cinerama view of this idyllic natural setting and is perfect for game tables, stargazing, animal sightings, and more. A separate two-car garage with storage area and a Greenhouse building are located behind the house. The landscape has been carefully planted and meticulously maintained to enhance the beauty of the house. The green meadows are populated with mature hardwoods, fruit trees, exotic evergreens, and rare old-growth Chestnut trees. With multiple water features, this property presents more opportunities for everyone. The heart-shaped pond is available for water activities where the stunning iron gazebo at the pond water's edge invites observers or is the ideal place to slip away for romantic moments. The Little Tennessee River runs through the rear of the property with a deck strategically located for relaxing. There is also a creek that runs along the East side of the land to feed the pond. No need to call Delta Airlines to discover La Dolce Vita; enchantment awaits in Rabun County Georgia in Wolffork Valley