Move-in ready with $75K+ in recent upgrades. This stunning three-level lodge offers a peaceful retreat on five wooded acres with over 750 feet of private frontage on Talona Creek. Tucked on a scenic hillside just over an hour from Atlanta, it blends natural beauty with modern comfort - perfect as a personal escape or turnkey short-term rental investment. Enjoy quiet mornings on the wrap-around decks as mist rises from the creek or follow the private gravel path to picnic by the water. The setting is serene, surrounded by trees, wildlife, and the calming sound of flowing water. Inside, the home features a dramatic great room with vaulted ceilings and a stone hearth, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances, and multiple indoor and outdoor dining spaces. Entertainment options include a screened porch, a spacious lower-level recreation area with wet bar, gaming area, and a theater room. Additional highlights include two levels of decks (partially screened), a two-car garage, a large-covered pavilion for RVs or multiple vehicles, full generator backup, tankless water heater and high-speed fiber internet. Conveniently located near Jasper, Ellijay, local attractions, and everyday shopping. Option to purchase fully furnished.