Angling for a Home That Shouldn’t Get Away

Berkshire Hathaway

Angling for a Home That Shouldn’t Get Away!

By John Shivers

The real estate listing description for this outstanding property at 610 Soque Wilderness Road, Clarkesville, Georgia trumpets such unusual attributes as riffles and river bend runs and shoals. So if you’re in the market for some of the best trophy trout fishing right outside your door on the Soque River, those descriptors should grab you and resonate loudly. The property features exceptional river character and has an unbeatable habitat for massive trout measuring as large as 30 inches. From the 6.68± acre river estate and 350± feet of frontage mere steps from the house, spectacular panoramic four-season water views never disappoint. With a back wall of almost two dozen architecturally-authentic windows and porches on both levels of the home, you’ll enjoy those views from both inside and outside. The main house delivers 5,000± square feet of living space on two levels. With four oversize bedrooms and three full baths, plus a powder room, livability is but one of the buzzwords you might use to describe this comfortable dwelling. With an exterior of native stone, shakes

and horizontal siding in earth tones, this house delivers instant curb appeal and a warm welcome as well. From the double front doors you gaze through the house to the outside. Factor in a floor plan that flows the people, floods the house with natural light, premium hardwood floors, custom built-ins, coffered ceilings and too many architectural details to list, and you’ve got a home for years to come.

A formal dining room to the right of the foyer provides seating for a dozen or more. The great room with wood burning fireplace and built-ins screams “Come in, have a seat. Relax.” Nearby is the large breakfast room, complete with breathtaking views and a breakfast bar separating the kitchen, where custom cabinetry topped with granite provides generous work and storage space. A full complement of stainless appliances gives the resident chef everything needed to whip up a feast. Only steps away from the main house and nestled on a babbling creek, the carriage house has a fully self-contained guest apartment. It also features additional parking space for two vehicles as well as a workshop. Up top, a full kitchen, living room with wood-burning fireplace, large bedroom and full bath make great digs for occasional guests, perhaps friends who come to fish, or kids who have moved back home. With 800± square feet, it’s also the perfect in-law apartment.

In addition to its close proximity to Clarkesville and Lake Burton, another plus for this property is the massive amount of unfinished second floor bonus space and storage. Live here, and you’ll bask in the peaceful music of the river. From the screened porch with plenty of room for outdoor living and dining, to the two additional covered porches, the choice is yours. Plus there’s plenty of level grassy lawn for play, and gatherings around the outdoor fire pit. In fishing parlance, a “honey hole” refers to a particular spot where the fish are almost waiting to hop onto your hook. With this property, there’s a honey hole in the river just waiting for you to drop your line. With this custom-designed Craftsman-architecturallyinspired lodge, you’ll find a second honey hole as well; one more catch of a place to live and a truly incredible fly-fishing experience besides.

Listing agent Meghann Brackett at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Georgia Properties with offices in Clayton and Clarkesville can tell you more about this property that you don’t want to let get away. Her cell phone number is 706-968-1870 and the office number is 706-778-4171. Her email address is meghann.brackett@ bhhsgeorgia.com. Reference MLS #8888745.