For Sale By Owner Residence Description(Shown By Appointment Only)25 Fork Ridge Run RoadBakersville, NC 28705(Shootout Mountain, Mitchell County, North Carolina) This secluded chalet-style mountain hideaway, at 3,100 feet altitude, is situated on 5.3 acres in the heart of the Blue Ridge mountains, with easy driving to: Johnson City, Tennessee (30 miles) Asheville, home of the Biltmore Estate (60 miles) Burnsville & Spruce Pine (20 miles) Boone & ski resorts (approx. 65 miles) Easy access to both I-26 and I-40. Exceptional exterior features for this 2,100 square foot home (must see to appreciate!): Picturesque waterfall steps away from the deck Clear, spring-fed stream along entire property Beautifully wooded, scenic property On the interior, the home has abundant amenities: Wide open, spacious rooms with all the comforts of home Fully equipped for year-round living or a vacation getaway Attached single garage, with enclosed storage area in rear Plus an RV garage (could be converted into a guest cottage) Surrounding features: Close to the artistic towns of Burnsville, with its quaint shops and rich history, and Spruce Pine, home of the renowned Penland School of the Arts Galleries abound--unlimited opportunities for arts, crafts and many other cultural activities. Other adventures are just a short distance away Hiking, canoeing, skiing, boating, tubing, camping, whitewater rafting, golfing and hunting are "just around the corner" If you enjoy pure Americana, many unique nearby dining facilities will provide great fun and food   Hot tub under the stars: After a day of entertainment, hiking, or just relaxing, end the evening in the hot tub on the deck overlooking the waterfall, and on a clear night, enjoy a spectacular view of the stars thats second to none    ADDITIONAL FEATURES: The home was built with a strong emphasis on being maintenance freeSeparate RV garage, which could easily be converted to a guest cottageNew 7 KW automatic generator (2006)Well & pumpPropane gas fireplaceHardwood floors on main levelFiberglass shingle roofMaintenance-free vinyl siding and windowsHot tub/spa on large deck facing waterfallVaulted ceilings in upstairs bedroomsFully paved driveways leading to attached garage and to RV garage (2003)New built-in entertainment center & cabinets (2007)   LOWER LEVEL-LIVING AREAThere is a separate entrance to house adjacent to garage, leading to the inside stairway. Recently built outside porch with roof & overhead light provide protected unloading & good visibility at night. 4th Bedroom (or office)carpeted, lots of outside light, good-sized closet, & door to garage                                                                         13' x 12' Mud Room has tile floor, washer & dryer, shelving for storage, ample room for deep freeze, & can sleep additional person on a single bed  13' x 12' Half Bath-tile flooring, saves going upstairs, easy for children or for cleanup after outside activities    LOWER LEVEL-GARAGE AREA Garage windowed for outside light, electric door with opener, utility sink, multiple shelving                                                                      22' x 12' Enclosed storage area with shelving at rear of garage               12' x 5'    MIDDLE LEVEL (MAIN LIVING AREA)Entire middle level has great outside exposure and light, gas-burning fireplace, hardwood floors in all rooms except bedrooms (which is also ideal for an office).Newly painted in 2007 with faux accent walls Kitchen--custom-designed to provide maximum cabinet space, spacious food pantry, outside windows over sink & at end of kitchen provide a brightly-lit work area throughout. Butcher block hostess table added to provide additional counter & serving space. Gas stove new in 2003          10' x 8' Dining Area--has room for table to expand for group seating, adjacent to door & outside windows for bright interior                                           20' x 9' Living Room--recently built entertainment center & custom cabinets (2007) with great storage drawers & shelving. Constructed to accomodate up to 42" flat screen TV with indirect lighting.  Living room furniture (optional) was also new in 2004 (4 reclining chairs included). Door opens out to a spacious deck (30'x13') overlooking waterfall and stream fronting the property   16' x 13'  3rd Bedroom (or office)-parquet floor, ceiling fan, 2 spacious closets with shelving                                                                                       13' x 10' Bathroom - tile flooring, newly painted (2007) with faux leaf design NOTE: Large outside deck (30'x13') has hot tub/spa, with adequate room for large group seating & barbecues. Deck wood & all wood railings have been sealed regularly. UPPER LEVEL (Air handler for heat & A/C are in hallway on this level) Master bedroom- has private balcony which overlooks the waterfall. Carpeted, vaulted  ceiling, ceilng fan, large closets, additional under-the-eaves storage                                                                                       14' x 12' Guest bedroom-carpeted, vaulted ceiling, large closets, ceiling fan, additional under the eaves storage                                                                           14' x 13' Bathroom- with  Jacuzzi tub