97 Cypress Circle, Ellijay, GA 30540

**Property now includes the lot next door, no more shared driveway easement! The property is now .97 acres**This charming home feels like it walked right out of the pages of a magazine. Boasting three levels and 2574 sq. feet of finished living space, there's room for everyone! The spacious great room is warm and inviting with its beautiful tongue and groove walls, a massive two-story rock fireplace, and large architectural windows that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen is practical, featuring granite countertops, a convection oven and range, and a bar area for casual meals. New sliding glass doors open onto the covered porch, making it so easy to step outside and enjoy the fresh mountain air. On the main floor, the primary bedroom offers cathedral ceilings and a lovely bath with double sinks and a double shower head. Upstairs you'll find a spacious area that works beautifully as a second master suite. Downstairs, the heated lower level includes a workshop and a big, comfortable man cave that can easily serve as a third bedroom. Downstairs it is also plumbed for an additional bathroom leaving options for customization. You'll love relaxing on the covered porches that wrap around two levels - perfect spots for morning coffee or evening sunsets. The property also has an apple tree, and existing mature blackberry and blueberry bushes. Recent updates include a new retaining wall, septic system updated in 2023, roof replaced in 2018, new upper-level HVAC in 2023, zoned heating and cooling, and a whole-house Generac generator for peace of mind. Tucked away in a gated community in Ellijay, this home offers comfort, character, and a true sense of welcome. It's the kind of place that just feels like home the moment you walk in.