Homes For Sale Magazine - 39.4 - Labor Day/Fall Edition - Z3

APPROVED FOR SHORT TERM RENTAL SINCE 2018! Beautiful primary home + guest home w/tons of privacy & seasonal mtn views located on 4.61 Acres in the Heart of Sautee Nacoochee GA. No HOA fees & No Covenants & Restrictions! 3BR/3BA plus a 1BR/1BA two level guest house. Open floor plan w/ breakfast bar in kitchen opens to the VERY large living area w/masonry stone fireplace. Many recent updates incl. LVP flooring, updated fixtures, renovated BA’s w/tile flooring. Terrace level is one large BR w/wood burning heater, private full BA & tons of storage areas; also has a private patio. Guest house has generous living area, outdoor deck & has many recent upgrades, incl. new cabinets, & LVP flooring, & 2 high efficiency mini-split heating/cooling systems. Powered security gate at entrance, new ext. paint, new HVAC condenser, Trailwaves Fiber Optic internet for both homes (1G), 6 raised bed gardens w/sub irrigation system, 2 sheds, emergency power generator, 2 bay boat storage/carport. Minutes from Sautee Nacoochee Cultural & Arts Center. Also close to multiple local wineries, hiking trails, waterfalls, State Parks & National Forests, Lake Burton, & the unique shopping opportunities & fine dining in Sautee, the Alpine Village of Helen & Clarkesville. $580,000. MLS: 10179495

UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN INNSBRUCK! - Your opportunity to have input on the final finishing touches! Photos are of similar homes already completed by builder. Perfect for vacation rental investment property or full-time residence. Many fine features planned include: crown molding on main level, outdoor FP on upper level porch, full length covered front porch, granite counters throughout, electric car charger installed @ parking area, pre wired for hot tub & lower deck will have sufficient support for hot tub placement, ceramic tile in shower in Master Bath, LVP flooring in living areas, carpet in BR’s, office or game room in upper level, plus 2 living areas (1 on main level & 1 in the terrace level). All decks & porches will be constructed w/Trex decking. $490,000. MLS: 20122111

IDEALLY SITUATED! Close to town, yet you will feel miles away. Located between Cleveland & Helen. Well-kept home w/contemporary flare. Huge back porch overlooking & equally enjoyable front porch. Lightly used as vacation home, this home would make a great full-time residence or as a getaway. 3BR/3BA & an extra-large den in the fully finished basement! Large living room has a FP. A separate DR is great for gathering friends & family. Large kitchen w/many recent upgrades, granite counters, wall oven & glass cooktop. An attic ‘bonus room’ is ready to finish into additional living space or use as storage. Oversized residential lot of 1.67 acres w/natural yard. Low maintenance siding! Lots of parking on paved concrete driveway & in the attached garage. Included in ownership of home is an opportunity to have a recreational membership to Mountain Lakes Resort for a small annual fee with MANY AMENITIES!! $549,900. MLS: 20107957

2 individual lots being sold together. Close to Downtown Helen w/potential for spectacular views overlooking Helen or looking North toward layered Mtn. Vistas. Enjoy sights & sounds of the Chattahoochee River from your hilltop homesite location. Enjoy the privacy of having State of GA public lands for your neighbor. This may be the last river front lot left. $199,000 MLS: 20088855

IN HELEN, WALKING

TO ALL AREA ATTRACTIONS. - Great location, relatively gentle terrain with nice building sites. Public water, paved road. NO HOA! Come check out this rare listing with paved road on two sides. $250,000. MLS: 20116318

1.93 AC BUILDING LOT

DISTANCE

3.99 ACRES WITH CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER FRONTAGE! -

A LONG WINDING DRIVEWAY LEADS TO THIS PRIVATE & BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY MULTI-LEVEL HOME nestled in a five acre forest of hardwoods on the Chattahoochee River… not only can you see & hear the river you can walk down to it via the stone steps & dip your toes right in… enjoy the privacy as you sit on one of the many decks or from the vaulted ceiling great room w/a wall of windows that let you enjoy the river & surrounding natural beauty … The open floor plan kitchen has updated appliances including a stainless steel 4 door refrigerator, dishwasher, built-in microwave, & a GE induction stove. The cabinets & pantry have pull out trays for access convenience. A wide natural white stone countertop also serves as a breakfast bar… on the main level you’ll also find a dining room & 2 large bedrooms each w/private full baths… in addition the Master BR opens to both an outside deck & a screened-in porch & the 2nd BR opens to a private deck… a laundry room w/washer & dryer are also on the main level as are storage closets… upstairs is a large loft sitting area w/ private balcony… a BR, full bath & a 2nd room suitable for doing crafts or hobbies or just additional storage. The decks are completely new & freshly painted… a new whole house heat pump controlled manually or remotely via an app was installed 2 years ago & a new roof was put on in 2020. $759,000. MLS: 20121403

QUALIFIES FOR VACATION RENTAL IN HELEN GA. Presently used as a full-time residence. YOU decide! Immaculate home. New ext. paint & decks have been recently stained. Top-of-the-line features in this home! 3BR/3BA w/a loft area. Living room is open to kitchen & dining room. Built in 2000, this home has so many upgrades that it shows like NEW! Kitchen & Bathrooms have all been updated w/Granite counters & tile accents, new custom kitchen cabinets & custom bathroom vanities! Wood floors have been refinished to a high gloss. Sliding “barn doors” add charm, character, & function in many rooms. Barn wood accents complete the theme. The lower terrace level has new Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring throughout & wet bar w/granite counter in the game room/den. Upper level has Master BR & a stylish, well designed private bath plus a loft for office/library. Step out from the kitchen onto the screened in porch. You will want to live in this space for 3 seasons of the year. From the screened porch, you are one step away from the patio paved w/flagstone – just a few steps more to driveway for level entry. Other notable features include a murphy bed in terrace level BR, metal roof, tankless water heater, wrap around deck that connects front & back porches, asphalt driveway w/plenty of parking & a very easy-care yard. $495,900. MLS: 20129161

NEWLISTING

LOCATED ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC IN GATED INNSBRUCK neighborhood on an oversized lot (.86 Acre), this 4BR/3BA home embraces every aspect of a Golf Community, while providing tranquility for it’s owners and guests. Designed for easy living in the mountains, this home has vaulted natural wood ceilings which allow for a wall of windows, bringing abundant light into the kitchen and living area. Highly polished wood floors create a balance between rustic and modern style. A ‘cooks’ kitchen’ is the heart of this home with its open floor plan. The property is directly adjacent to the Valhalla golf course’s signature 15th hole, and the patio and back deck are a sanctuary for nature lovers and golfers too. Inside, the floor plan is great for full time living, as a vacation home, or as an investment rental property. The primary bedroom and bath are on the main living level, two additional bedrooms and a full bath are on the upper level. The lower terrace level consists of a spacious bedroom and private, ensuite bath, and also includes a 2 car garage and storage/ utility room. A ‘rocking chair’ front porch overlooks the landscaped yard and seasonal mountain view. Two lots are combined under the HOA - pay only one annual HOA fee and enjoy the space and privacy of this double size lot. Short Term Vacation Rentals ARE permitted in Innsbruck. $565,000. MLS: 20128675

CLASSIC LOG CABIN WITH ROOM FOR EVERYONE! Contemporary log cabin style w/elegant touches throughout. Main level has spacious kitchen w/glass front, lighted cabinets, & granite counters. Open floor plan w/dining area enhanced by large bay window. Kitchen & dining area floors are slate tile & LVP flooring in finished basement & much of the main level. Living area has vaulted ceiling w/ exposed beam construction accented by the floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Master BR is on main level w/ensuite BA has a stone tile shower. Handsome wood staircase leads to 2nd level w/custom carved bear theme newel posts.Screened in porch. Mtn. life is best on the porch! Large, partially covered deck w/ its own outdoor fireplace. Upper level has 3 BRs. 2 of the bdrm’s have a sleeping loft for an extra sense of adventure & fun. Full BA on upper level has a separate jetted soaking tub & stone tile shower. Terrace level has a private bath & BR/office along w/a full kitchen & den area, complete w/its own fireplace & private patio. Drive under garage space is a plus for parking or extra storage. Two HVAC system! Trex Decking is used on all decks, screened in porch & front porch. Circular concrete drive has lots of parking space. No HOA or community fees. $599,900. MLS: 20123613

INCREDIBLE VIEW OF THE HISTORIC SAUTEE NACOOCHEE VALLEY ARE YOURS from the top of Grimes Nose in Skylake Community. Enjoy the vistas of pastoral farmland below and the nearby mountains across the valley. As far as sloped lots go this 1.44 Acre lot is “very buildable” yielding good sites for a “daylight basement” plan for your new home. $60,000. MLS: 20114910

3.64ACRES

ENVISION THE POSSIBILITIES... YOUR HOME GOES HERE!! Looking for a wooded homesite w/tons of END-OF-THE-ROAD privacy, yet close to Cleveland/Helen w/ paved roads, community water system & reasonable HOA fees? Huge mature hardwoods, mtn laurel & rhododendron are yours on this gently rolling hillside lot of 3.64 Acres. (Actually 3 Lots combined). Community DOES NOT allow for Short Term Vacation Rentals. $45,000. MLS: 20126922

SAUTEE,GA

INNSBRUCK IN HELEN!! GREAT BUILDING LOT WITH GENTLE SLOPE - at the proposed house site. Golf Course frontage would likely reveal a view of the course & seasonal Mtn view as well. Perfect site for a vacation rental (investment) prospect, for your private getaway or full-time residence. Innsbruck, which is a gated community, offers many amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, public water/sewer & paved roads. $30,000. MLS: 20118582

RIVERFRONT

INCREDIBLY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A SUCCESSFUL RETAIL COMPLEX IN SAUTEE NACOOCHEE, GA. Located at the intersection of Hwy 255 N and Hwy 17, this complex has 6 REAL LOG structures totaling over 8700 Heated Square Feet of Retail space with high visibility, ample parking, and high traffic count near the convergence of two busy state highways. This growing retail area attracts many new tenants and businesses. Sellers have experienced very low vacancy rates and all leases are transferable to new owner. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! It’s located in close proximity to the Sautee Nacoochee Community Center, The Old Sautee Store, Cabin Rustic Interiors, The Lavender Cottage & Garden, Shelia's Market, Sweetwater Coffee House, and the "Coming Soon" Harvest Habersham Farm to Table Restaurant. Just 3.5 miles from Georgia’s Alpine Village of Helen, 12 Miles from Clarkesville and 10 miles from Cleveland. All buildings are well maintained and currently occupied by tenants. $1,300,000. MLS: 20078192

THIS IS A VERY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A TRULY UNIQUE PROPERTY IN THE NACOOCHEE VALLEY. Located on 16 acres In the HEART of the The Valley, it is lush, fertile farmland with 600’ of Chattahoochee River frontage. An active farm, the property consists of a primary home, a guest home, & a barn with assorted outbuildings. The primary home overlooks the Chattahoochee River from the sunporch, screen porch and Master BR. A portion of the primary home was built from a log cabin, circa 1798, which was carefully dismantled in Kentucky and reassembled near the river’s edge. The remainder of the home was added on in 2007 as new construction. Master BR is on the main level and has a vaulted ceiling of natural wood, wide plank wood flooring, a wall of windows with southern exposure, an ensuite bath, walk in closet & year ‘round river view. The living area & the loft area are in the original log cabin section of the home. Amish Milled Black Locust flooring, yellow poplar flooring & a stairway of Hickory and River Birch add to the natural tones throughout the home. A Masonry fireplace in the living room incorporated the original “key stone” pieces that were in the 1798 log Cabin. The spacious kitchen is fully modern with Ash wood cabinetry & granite counters and upgraded appliances. The Upper level features a loft that could be a 3rd bedroom & a separate bedroom & bath. Add to all of that an independently heated & cooled 14’ X 28’ glassed in sunporch overlooking the Chattahoochee. The guesthouse was constructed from a log cabin, circa 1844, dismantled in Tennessee & reassembled on site. It has 1BR/1BA and a living room with masonry fireplace, & room for expansion on the 2nd story. The working barn is 48’ X 72’ and is timber frame construction. This Barn was built in 2008, by the process of an old-fashioned Barn Raising by Amish builders, using Amish milled wood. Included with the barn is a 1BR/1BA efficiency apartment, working Hay Loft, 2 stalls, 3 tie stalls, & equipment sheds on either side. Other outbuildings and equipment sheds are also on the property, including a working smokehouse. $2,250,000.

MLS: 20124879 - Call Teressa G. Holtzclaw, Broker with Fourth Mountain Real Estate @ 706-878-9337 or 706-878-4044 for more details about this AMAZING PROPERTY!!

LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT VACATION RENTAL CABIN? LOOK NO

ON THE SAME PROPERTY! These very rarely are on the market. Proudly presenting "Puppy Love" & "Love Bird", 2 of GA Mtn Rentals top 1BR/1BA producers & proven income producers. Each with a jetted hot tub in BR & screened porch with additional hot tub, natural wood paneled walls, fully furnished & turnkey. Convenient to Helen, Lake Burton & Clarkesville! Call Mary for more info 678-852-0957 $439,900. MLS: 10162239

LARGE 2.5 ACRE WOODED LOT. SEVERAL POSSIBLE BUILDING SITES, IDEAL for a walk out terrace level plan. Some clearing would reveal year-round mtn. views. Gated Skylake offers 2 lakes, for fishing, kayaking & canoeing. Walking trails throughout the community & a picnic area at York falls. Clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, stables, paved roads, high speed internet & MUCH MORE! Call Bill @ 678-458-3123 for more info!!

BEAUTIFUL UPSCALE SUBDIVISION...1.05+/- ACRE LOT Paved road frontage, underground utilities and public water available. Enjoy the community pool and pavilion. Easy access to Dahlonega, GA 400 and Gainesville. $23,000. MLS: 8978356

MLS: 20085340

42.28+/- ACRES IN NORTHERN HABERSHAM COUNTY! Beautiful wooded acreage w/approx. 20+/- year old timber crop. Tons of possibilities w/this large tract tucked away in the

5BR/4BA IN SWIM/TENNIS COMMUNITY IN DACULA! This wonderful home is only a few years old and offers a fabulous floorplan with tons of space! Open kitchen with granite countertops, large breakfast bar and formal dining. $529,900. MLS: 20128418

4BR/2BA ON 4.67+/- ACRES! Main level offers a kitchen, dining area, living room and 3br/1ba. Upstairs has an awesome master suite with additional living room and full bath. Beautiful wooded land w/small stream $309,900. MLS: 20120219

INSTANT FAMILY COMPOUND OR GREAT RENTAL INCOME 3 Homes (1BR/1BA each)!!! Newly renovated cabins with 2 porches, loft and new appliances. Additional septic tank on the property! $498,000.

MLS: 20032883

TWO PARCELS TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 0.93 ACRES WITH CREEK AND POND FRONTAGE! View of Yonah Mountain. Mature hardwoods and mountain laurel. Lots have been under brushed. Minutes from local attractions including vineyards, hiking, fishing and shopping. $35,000. MLS: 8853357

Northeast Ga Mtn’s & only steps away from the Soque River! $504,000. MLS: 8979179

TWO LOTS TOTALING 3.0+/- ACRES ON THE SOQUE RIVER! 302+/- Feet of Soque River frontage! Several great building sites overlooking the river. Private and wooded in a great gated community, $99,000. MLS: 20034673

18.55+/- ACRES NEAR THE SOQUE Bring your vision for a family farm, homestead, or family compound! Situated just minutes North of Clarkesville and 20 minutes from Helen, Ga. $277,500. MLS: 10021237

CHARMING WELL MAINTAINED HOME NEAR THE OLD CLARKESVILLE MILL 2br/1ba updated home with beautiful hardwood flooring. Tons of extra’s outside with the outdoor living area, multiple carports, fenced back yard, outbuilding, and an awesome workshop! $260,000. MLS: 20135295

1.65+/-

COMMERCIAL POSSIBILITIES Conveniently located next to the Habersham Medical Center complex, this property offers so many opportunities. This level lot also has access off of Highway 441N! $275,000. MLS: 9042377

$475,000. MLS: 10029412

GREAT BUILDING LOT IN SAUTEE NACOOCHEE Great building lot in Sautee Nacoochee. This 1.06+/- acre lot features mature hardwoods, seasonal mountain view & gentle/rolling terrain. Convenient to Helen and Unicoi State Park. $29,950. MLS: 20112658

STUNNING RANCH HOME WITH EXCEPTIONAL FEATURES 3BR/3.5 BA with stylish kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless appliances. Beautiful hardwoods, stacked stone fireplace and finished basement. $510,000. MLS: 20124013

COMMERCIAL LOT ON N. MAIN ST.! Located near the intersection of Hwy 129 and Hwy 75 this 0.65+/- acre lot is just waiting for you and your Commercial venture! Zoned B2(Commercial Hwy Business) $399,000. MLS: 8801776

0.44+/- ACRE COMMERCIAL SITE WITH EXISTING BUILDING Only a few steps from downtown Cleveland, Ga square, this corner lot has frontage on Hwy 115 (W.Kytle St) as well as tons of frontage on S. Bell St. Offices/display and warehouse space. $495,000. MLS: 20060967

ONE OF A KIND OPPORTUNITY ON THE CLEVELAND, GA SQUARE! Amazing visibility and lots of foot traffic. With over 25,000 sq ft of space (per tax records) the existing building on the property basically gives you endless potential. $2,250,000. MLS: 20076571

3BR/3BA LOG HOME ON 3.45+/- ACRES Interior boasts vaulted ceilings w/ exposed beams, loft, stainless steel appliances, and master on the main. Terrace level features living quarters w/private drive and garage/workshop.

1.16+/- ACRE COMMERCIAL LOT IN CLEVELAND GA! Located just a short distance from the Cleveland Square and across from the Truett McConnell University Campus. $189,900. MLS: 20081436

ACRES WITH

MTN AND LAKEVIEW LOT IN PRIVATE GATED COMMUNITY! Level lot ready for building w/a gorgeous view of the backside of Yonah Mtn. Community includes private access to the Chattahoochee National Forest, community pavilion, & beach area. $115,000. MLS: 20121520

BRING YOUR RV Make this resort your vacation or retirement getaway. Concrete pad is 10 x 26 Mountain Lakes Resort includes amazing amenities year round. Lake, clubhouse, horseback riding and more! $29,900. MLS: 20123168

2003 HORTON 3BR/3BA ON 2.10+/- ACRES Work in Progress!!! Plenty of Potential for this home! Relax and enjoy the surrounding views and many new upgrades that have been added. You can finish this project to suit your taste. $185,000. MLS: 20122200

2+/- ACRES WITH 4 BUILDINGS!!! Located in the heart of Cleveland, GA! Very successful food business included as well as excellent possible income production with the rental units. Plenty of room for expansion! $1,400,000. MLS: 20084245

EXCELLENT INCOME PRODUCING

OPPORTUNITY Located in historic Clayton, GA mtns. Well-established 5-star Blue Moon Air-BNB, VRBO, &/or private rentals. Turnkey ready, fully furnished w/all crockery. Includes future reservations. $1,200,000. MLS: 10158268 Gerald 706-982-0096

Gerald Silvious 706.982.0096

CLAYTON, GA

706.782.3500

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PICTUREQUE VIEWS Unique mountain cabin minutes from Clayton. Fully renovated in 2019. All new apps, granite counters, new floors, & BA's. Bonus rm w/ library, reading rm & game rm. Gas log FP & firepit. $499,000. MLS: 10152655 Gerald 706-982-0096

COZY HOME Quiet community in Lake Burton. 3/2 home features relaxing front screened porch, deck off master, impressive stone FP, SS apps, granite countertops, & fenced backyard w/stone walkway. $320,000. MLS: 10137865 Gerald 706-982-0096

Dennis

678.595.3077

BEAUTIFUL MTN HOME 2/2.5 open concept w/all wd 1st flr, custom cabs, rock gas FP, & 10ft covered deck. Granite counters & SS apps. Master on main w/double vanity. Large flex space & firepit. 3.89 acres. 15 min to Blue Ridge & Murphy. $449,000. MLS: 10158853

Irene 678-634-5805

BEAUTIFUL CABIN is situated snugly around trees with an open field/pasture in front. Onelevel living at its best. Spacious covered front porch. Open concept living/dining room & kitchen. Walk-in closets. Master BR has french doors leading to the covered porch. $349,900.

MLS: 10166032 Irene 678-634-5805

RENTAL CAPABILITIES! In Innsbruck w/ mtn views! 3br’s w/ aloft area. Each has a private tiled BA w/ guest BA’s on each floor. Addt’l kitchen on the terrace level. Wrap around decking on main & terrace level. All this on 2 lots. 2nd lot has 3 car oversized garage! $859,325. MLS: 10138572 Dennis 678-595-3077

WELL MAINTAINED 3/3 home. 2/2 on main. 1/1 downstairs ideal for an in-law suite/ apartment. Kitchen, LR, Laundry, office/craft rm. Stones throw from shops & restaurants of downtown Dillard. 3 lg screen porches and huge great room. $499,000. MLS: 10154458 Gerald 706-982-0096

GREAT LOCATION for store front business on one of the main thoroughfares to Lake Burton. New A/C, BA's, lighting, flooring, & drywall. Total remodel in 2020. Motorhome storage building also added. $249,000. MLS: 10133816 Gerald 706-982-0096

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BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT HOME WITH STUNNING VIEWS and easy access to lake via your own backyard boathouse and dock! Home is perfect weekend retreat or full-time residence. 3 bd/3ba, gourmet kitchen, game room and storage galore! The gated community offers amenities such as clubhouse, swimming pool, boat ramp & storage, hiking trails and more! Every day is a holiday when you live like this! Gate code required, call agent for showing. $1,200,000. MLS: 20124161

GORGEOUS MOUNTAIN VIEWS FOR MILES! Build your dream home on this 2+ acre lot in the gated community of Chinkapin at Lake Burton, located just a few miles from Lake Burton and downtown Clayton! Very buildable lot with community water, underground utilities, soil test and paved roads! Gate code required, call agent for showing. $98,000. MLS: 20129155

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SOQUE RIVER IN GOSHEN VALLEY

$949,900

Enjoy over 1150 ft. of River frontage from 15.9 cleared & wooded acres with easy access to water. Custom Ranch home with lots of windows, vaulted Living room w/ Stone Fireplace, large kitchen w/wooden cabinets & lots of storage. Dining area, Cent. H/A. 4 Bedroom, 2 Full baths, 3 1/2 baths, laundry room. Large Loft area for Den or extra BR. All wood Interior & flooring throughout home. Big screened porch & deck overlooking River & Mountain view. Conv. to Lake Burton and Helen. (20090021)

FABULOUS MOUNTAIN VIEWS FROM YOUR 4.5+ ACRE ESTATE! Easy build terrain on cul-de-sac in gated community. Neighborhood amenities include private lake, clubhouse, swimming pool, hiking trails & more! High Rock Trail in Lake Laceola, Cleveland. Gate code required, call agent for showing. $299,000. MLS: 20127176 3

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rolling hills, springs, babbling Creek and magnificent Sandy Beach! Very private yet convenient, surrounded by hundreds of acres in Conservation incl. Buck Shoals State Park. An absolute must see! (20025439)

Living

COUNTRY CABIN NEAR HELEN & UNICOI STATE PARK! $310,000

room with Stone Fireplace, wood interior, open eating area/kitchen with wooden cabinets, lots of windows. 3BR, 2 BA, Covered Porch. 2 Decks on Back overlooking pretty trees. Fully Furnished. Quiet location convenient to Chattahoochee River, National Forest & Hiking trails.

designing sylish & functional outdoor kitchens

FAMILY FEATURES

Just like the inside of a home, aesthetics are often the first thing you notice when stepping outside. An outdoor living space can be modern, traditional, rustic, coastal or even country farmhouse – the possibilities are endless. The look and feel it exudes is important, so figuring out a design that reflects your own personal style is a top priority in the planning stages.

However, it’s not the only priority. You’ll also need to determine how to use the space. Some homeowners discover that one of the best ways to do so is with an outdoor kitchen.

“We have seen designers and homeowners taking a more thoughtful and sophisticated design approach over time,” said Russ Faulk, chief designer and head of product for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, producer of premium culinary products for residential outdoor kitchens. “The result is a fully realized space with all of the parts working together –much more than a collection of furniture and cooking equipment.”

To get the most out of your outdoor kitchen, these products should work harmoniously. Get started with the basics of outdoor kitchen functional zones from Faulk.

Zoning Out

Planning for each functional zone is necessary to maximize the effectiveness of the outdoor space for cooking and entertaining activities. Similar to the indoor kitchen, outdoor kitchens consist of functional zones, which include hot zones, cold zones, wet zones and dry zones.

Hot zones include all cooking spaces, such as the grill, pizza oven and cooktops. Cold zones are made up of refrigeration and freezers. Wet zones are comprised of sinks and adjacent workspace. Dry zones are prep counters and storage.

A truly effective outdoor kitchen involves all four zones working together. Planning ahead

can make prepping, cooking, serving and cleaning go more smoothly.

For example, the cold zone should be located next to the wet zone. This can make moving food from the refrigerator to the sink to wash much easier before going to the grill.

more storage space to keep pots, pans, utensils and cutting boards outside.

Outdoor cabinetry needs to be ready to withstand the elements. To handle rain and keep items dry, weather-tight options are available.

In addition to high durability, outdoor cabinetry options have become increasingly design-focused with various finishes that make an aesthetic statement. For example, Kalamazoo’s Arcadia Cabinetry Series comes in oiled ipe wood or powder-coated stainless steel panels available in more than 200 colors.

Landing Space

When you’re cooking, you need space at each workstation to set things down. One of the most frequent outdoor kitchen design shortcomings is insufficient counter space.

Ideally, you should have open countertop space to each side of a sink, grill, cooktop and every other workstation. These open spaces are called landing zones.

Whether your space is big or small, the design principles of a well-functioning outdoor kitchen remain the same. Do it right and your kitchen will not only look stylish, but it’ll function smoothly and may become your new favorite part of your home for years to come. Find more information at KalamazooGourmet. com.

Outside the Lines

As homeowners want to spend more time in their outdoor kitchens, storage space is becoming increasingly important. At the very least, they will want to store cooking items like wood chips, charcoal, grilling gloves and brushes in outdoor cabinets for the season.

Many homeowners want a fully functional outdoor kitchen that operates independently from the indoor kitchen, which requires even

LAKEFRONT TRADITIONAL CHARM... custom 5BD/3.5BA on 4.72 wooded & waterfront acres. Oversized bonus rm, 2 gas fps, spacious LR, formal DR, eat-in breakfast nook, breakfast bar, solid surface countertops, & stainless steel apps. Fin. bsmt w/large game rm/family area. Screened porch on main overlooking pvt lake w/dock. + Porch on terrace level. $675,000 MLS: 20110126

SERENITY IN THE WOODS close to lakes, river, & USFS. Wooded 3.01\ac has several bldg sites & lays great for a bsmt or slab home. In the Persimmon Valley area of Clayton. Underground utilities. Across the street is a noisy creek that you can hear from your lot. $54,950. MLS: 20134417

LIKE NEW FOUR-SIDED BRICK RANCH.... Lovingly renovated one level home just minutes from Downtown Toccoa. This home features, new LVP flooring, new carpet, new stainless-steel appliances, solid surface countertops, fresh paint and more. Three bedrooms and a bath and a half. Outside is a large back deck, and a peaceful wood line abutting your parcel. Nicely located in the cul-de-sac. Great indoor and outdoor space. Lots of time was invested to make sure this was your affordable dream home. $214,900.

BRICK BEAUTY IN HABERSHAM w/ 3BR/2BA on an acre. Recently renovated this home has solid surface counter tops, SS appl, new paint & carpet, gas fireplace, tile shower and more. Large deck with seating. garage & an additional outbuilding for storage or hobbies. $294,900. MLS: 20114282

LAKE HARTWELL CORP LINE FRONTAGE.... Renovated 2/1 w/seasonal Lake Hartwell views. Galley style kitchen w/ SS appl. LR w/dining & den w/brick FP. Fabulous outdoor space. Around the corner from Bruce Creek boat ramp. Also, great rental potential!! $189,000. MLS: 20122695

IMAGINE YOUR VERY OWN WATERFRONT ESTATE!! Located in the HEART of NE Georgia, is 11.68 acres of beautifully laying land. Convenient to shops, medical facilities, restaurants. Fish, kayak or relax on your own part of the lake & river. Build your dream home! $300,000. MLS: 10165526

A CABIN IN THE WOODS..... 2BR/2BA home w/ Mtn Views. New appliances, windows, metal roof, & more. LARGE carport w/ a concrete driveway. Fenced backyard. BR & full BA on both levels. Large unfinished bonus room above carport. Outbuilding w/ power. $314,900. MLS: 20135784

END OF THE ROAD PRIVACY WITH VIEWS.... Nice large lot 1.87 acre (Lots 9 & 10) in a small quiet community high speed internet coming soon. Lot lays great for a bsmt floor plan. Make this your perfect get-a-way or permanent home. Close to town. $33,900. MLS: 10121906

LOVELY 3BR/2BA IN ATHENS/CLARKE COUNTY. Less than three years old and practically brand new. Large open floorplan w/ kitchen is overlooking the living room. It features an island which is a great breakfast bar. Beautiful cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. More details featured here are a mud room/laundry space, large walk-in pantry, and tons of open space for you. Main bedroom is a delight as well. Lots of space, large walk-in closet, large soaking tub and separate shower. $319,900. MLS: 20131040