17 Waterside Drive SE

This private gated community is adjacent to the beautiful Red Top Mountain State Park & Lake Allatoona. Within 35 minutes of Atlanta and just min to 2 premiere yacht clubs. This home is the epitome of modern luxury and timeless elegance. Nestled within the prestigious gated Waterside community, this exquisite residence features a natural stone and shake & brick exterior with a 3-car garage. Inside, the owner will be captivated with exquisite reclaimed wood beams and stained heart pine ceiling, setting the tone for the sophisticated design of this modern rustic mountain home. The main level features wide-plank walnut flooring. The primary suite, a sanctuary of its own, offers a wall of windows to exceptional views and private access to the rear porch. Custom built closets provide ample storage space while the travertine-covered bathroom exudes elegance with a steam shower, trimless doors, iron soaking tub, and Kohler fixtures throughout. The main level also includes a guest suite or home study with tongue and groove vaulted ceiling and a private ensuite bath. The formal dining room overlooks the formal living room, adorned with a gas fireplace, built-in bookcases, and a coffered ceiling. Enchanting sliding glass doors open to the covered back porch, providing an intoxicating view to the resort-like pool area. The kitchen, a culinary haven, features soft-close custom cabinetry, an oversized honed granite island, top-of-the-line Viking appliances to include a Professional series stainless refrigerator, double ovens, 4 burner cooktop with griddle and pot filler, Fisher & Paykel double drawer dishwasher, and a butlers pantry with wine cooler & bar area. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large breakfast room that overlooks the private backyard oasis, framed by an abundance of windows, allowing natural light to illuminate the room. Enjoy the large walk-in pantry for all your storage needs as well as a tremendous friends entrance/boots room with wainscoting, storage cabinets, with shelving and seating. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the window-dorned and delightful breakfast room. At the heart of the home is the keeping room with its eye-catching centerpiece of a stacked stone floor-to ceiling fireplace and reclaimed beamed ceiling. The upper level enjoys 4 additional bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms with granite and tile finishes, a separate laundry, built-in desk and recreation room for playful indulgences. The terrace level is an entertainer's dream featuring an open theater area, billiards and game room with a kitchenette including a full-size refrig, dishwasher drawer, microwave oven, and granite dining bar. Additional highlights of the terrace level include an owners suite sized bed, full bath, a half bath, and a full-sized gym with a mirror wall and cork flooring. 2 large unfinished rooms offer ample storage. Outdoor living is elevated with year-round enjoyment. Step into the backyard, transformed into a private resort with a heated gunite Pebble-tec pool, spa, tanning deck, water features, surround sound hidden speakers, travertine pool deck, and meticulously landscaped dining and entertaining areas. Notable features throughout the home include Pro Cinema projector & Bower & Wilkens audio/video system and speakers, solid wood doors, 10’ ceiling on the main and terrace levels, Ronnai tankless water heater, central vacuum system, Kohler plumbing fixtures throughout, Restoration Hardware lighting, cabinet handles, curtain rods, and Rocky Mountain door hardware. Additionally there are heavy mouldings throughout, 8-foot solid wood doors, 400 Amp electrical service, and total irrigation and landscape lighting. Every detail contributes to the grandeur of this extraordinary property. With 3 finished levels, this isn't just a home; it's a lifestyle and a retreat that promises a life of unparalleled luxury and comfort. Conveniently located less than 1 mile to easy access to hwy 75, 3 minutes to Lake Allatoona, and 30 minutes to Atlanta.