Welcome to your private sanctuary in the heart of the prestigious Sandy Mush Valley, where rustic elegance meets modern functionality on 5.7 unrestricted acres. This custom-built 3 bed, 3.5 bathroom offers the rare combination of high-speed fiber optic internet and complete seclusion, making it an ideal choice for a primary residence, multi-generational living, or a short-term rental/vacation home. As you step inside, you are greeted by unparalleled craftsmanship and custom woodwork that flows throughout the home, creating a warm, organic atmosphere that mirrors the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The main level is designed for both productivity and hospitality with an open floorplan kitchen/living area that opens onto a large rear deck. The dedicated home office is a showstopper, featuring a built-in white oak desk and a custom Murphy bed flanked by matching white oak cabinetry, providing a sophisticated workspace by day and a comfortable suite for overnight guests by night. For ultimate relaxation, step out onto the main deck to enjoy the included hot tub, where you can soak under the stars in total privacy and take in the mountain views. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a true retreat, boasting its own private deck. It is the perfect vantage point for morning coffee while taking in the elevated mountain views. The property’s versatility is further enhanced by a finished walk-out basement complete with a full kitchen, a living room, a full bathroom with laundry facilities, and a versatile bonus room. Limited only by your imagination, this level adds incredible value and flexibility. Outside, the 5.7 acres offer usable pasture land, perfect for gardening, small livestock, horses or simply enjoying the peace of a property with no restrictions. All within a 35 minute drive to either downtown Asheville or Waynesville, making the property ideally accessible to everything in the mountains. This is more than just a house; it’s a lifestyle mountain retreat waiting for its next chapter! Agent is owner.