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Your “Dream” Mountain Lodge is located on 4 acres at the very top of Chestnut Mountain with pristine sunset views of Big Sheepcliff, Yellow, Black Rock, Cow Rock, Shortoff, and Laurel Knob Mountains at 4100 feet elevation.  Your Lodge is located within minutes from Cashiers, N.C., in Bald Rock, a private Gated mountain civilized wilderness that features breathtaking views, waterfalls, a community equestrian center with all the amenities, and miles of trails for hiking or riding.  Bald Rock adjoins Panthertown Valley, a 6,300-acre nature preserve owned and operated by the U.S. Forestry Service.  The entry to Panthertown is less than 100 feet from the entry to your drive leading to your Lodge—your choice to hike or ride.

The enclosed floor plan lets you plan on how you could  furnish your dream lodge. You will soon feel that this is your Sanctuary. Driving through your custom log entrance announcing "Rocky Top" at the entry area of your circular driveway, your senses tell you that there is a rush of water. From your driveway, a bridge carries you over a rushing mountain stream with multiple waterfalls onto the main level to your new home. The sound is a nice welcome for you and your guests to linger over.

Entering your Mountain Lodge, walking past a beautifully handcrafted mountain laurel wall, you soon realize that you have beautiful mountain vistas from every room.  There are decks on each level to enjoy, always changing mountain views that an artist could never replicate. When there is rain, you can see a rushing waterfall as well. Your Lodge has three levels, the main level is 3,662 square feet, the second level is 3,038 square feet, and the lower level below is 1,346 square feet giving a grand total of 8,046 square feet, more or less.

The Garage is 660 square feet and the decks are 6,752 square feet, more or less. All three levels have decks and wonderful views. The Entry and Gallery Hallway welcomes you with exquisite travertine and custom made Mission Style chandeliers by Hammerton. Hammerton Lanterns adorn the right of your Lodge as well.

THE LODGE ROOM: Entering this massive area immediately will let you know why the term, “lodge room” has been used.  From the massive log timbers that grace the vaulted ceilings with the naturally shed magnificent chandelier at its center, to the massive custom designed dry stack wood burning, gas start, fireplace, you will know you are “coming back home” to “Rocky Top”.  In this same area there is room for a round dining table that would accommodate up to 12 people.  A panoramic view of your mountains signals your immediate attention.

THE CHEF’S DREAM KITCHEN— A custom stack stone design over the 5- Burner Gas Cook Top is the focal point of the kitchen, mirroring the fireplace in the Lodge Room.  The custom Mouser cabinets are a rustic pine lending to a Lodge Design. Your kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, including two dishwashers, two 30-inch thermal/convection ovens, warming drawer, microwave, compactor, wine cooler, under counter 18-inch icemaker, Center Island and Peninsular Island.  The kitchen also has a walk in pantry.  There is a window seat just to sit and reflect.  All controls are out of little people’s reach except for the compactor.  Note:  There are none on the market that are concealed at this moment. There is a ges line in place for your gas grille outside this area on the deck.

THE MASTER RETREAT has two large walk-in closets on the right and a huge master bath on the left. In the Master Bath, there are dual water closets with separate door entries, dual vanities with linen and hamper storage between, a jetted Kohler cast iron tub with neck jets, and a large walk in shower with multiple showerheads, with of course, beautiful views.  You then enter the Master Retreat that features a beautiful wood burning, gas start fireplace with a log mantle with more beautiful views of your mountains. There is a covered deck accessed through your sliding glass doors for more wonderful reflections of your sunsets.

LAUNDRY/MUDROOM/OFFICE is across the gallery hall from the Master.  It is accessed from the front porch of your Lodge, The Garage, and the Deck off the main level. It has a front loading washer and dryer with built in cabinets including a hamper cabinet, coat closet, boot bench, extra refrigerator, built in desk for your computer, fax, and two phone lines. 

THE GARAGE is roomy enough for two large vehicles and in addition there is a “bump out” for a 4-wheel drive, utility type vehicle.

KING GUEST SUITE/DEN is located at the opposite end of the gallery hall on the main level with walk-in closet that can be utilized for both uses if a Murphy type bed unit or sleeper sofa is used for furnishings.  There will be wiring in place for computer, fax, and dual phone lines.  The bath has dual vanities separated by the steam shower and hamper storage is provided. An antler chandelier adds to the ambience of this bath. Your guests can access the deck from their sliding glass doors.

GUEST POWDER ROOM is located across the gallery hall from the King Guest Suite/Den and is beautifully appointed. SECOND LEVEL—Descending the daylight stairway, still enjoying mountain vistas, you enter the Media/Game Room, which has a huge deck that connects the main level and lower level deck.  All areas on this level have access to the deck. On this level, a foundation for an elevator shaft is in place for future use. MEDIA/GAME ROOM.  This can be the Play Room for big and little people. The focus is the large ventless gas fireplace with windows and deck off this area again affording you wonderful views.   It is equipped with a mini kitchen that has a full size refrigerator with icemaker, microwave, and wet bar sink. There is room enough to place any large TV with stereo components, along with a Game Table. There is also a full size washer and dryer on this level for all your guests to use if they so need. Two large suites are located on opposite ends of this area.  Closets are double hung with linen and hamper storage in each. A beautiful custom Bear Teepee chandelier is centered within the fireplace seating area while a custom, "Camp Rocky Top" chandelier is focused over your future game table.

KING GUEST SUITE—The Guest Bath has dual vanities that are separated from the water closet and shower. There is a cast iron tub in place. This luxurious oversized bedroom again grants you beautiful sunsets and access to the deck. Closets are double hung with linen and hamper storage in-between. THE BUNKHOUSE can accommodate 4 bunk beds plus a King-size bed.  You can house your Golf buddies or all your Grand Children, or all you girls can be reminiscent, of years past, and have “slumber parties” with your best girl friends.  The sky is the limit on this one, with your imagination. Closets are double hung as well with linen and hamper storage in-between.

BUNKHOUSE BATHS—Of course there are two baths across from the “Bunkhouse” to accommodate everyone.  Each bath has dual vanities separated by the water closet, with one having a large walk in shower, the other having a custom shower.

LOWEST LEVEL includes one full bath with two separate areas that can be utilized as an exercise area and a craft area or a workshop and both areas have wonderful views, with access to another deck.

MORE “Rocky Top” MOUNTAIN LODGE INFORMATION.  Your home includes central vac, security system, three custom designed fireplaces, high end appliances throughout including Bosch, Subzero and Dacor, log treatment on all gables, log trim throughout the lodge, pre-wired to accept a generator, a one thousand water reserve tank on gravity flow, back up water holding tank, Cat 5e wiring throughout, including wiring for two computers and two phone lines, and surround sound wiring for speakers. Should the need arise for an elevator, the foundation and proposed shaft area is in place between the main level and the lower level or media level. There will be gas heat and air conditioning throughout the lodge utilizing 4 separate zones. Your lodge is on a septic and well system. There is a Rinnai Endless hot water heater in place. Having hot water will not be a problem with this system. Floor coverings will include antique heart pine hardwood flooring, travertine, tile, and carpeting. Appliances are included and floor plans illustrate how furniture could be placed. Lighting fixtures are custom made by Hammerton and Steel Partners. Surround sound systems are pre wired in the Lodge Room and Media area. Speaker wiring is in place for the Kitchen, Master Retreat, Main Level Deck, Bunk House, Lower Level Deck, and Third Level Exercise Area.     

AMENITIES include all the Bald Rock amenities mentioned above, as well as a package available for a small fee through the Bald Rock association from the Sapphire Valley Resort which includes, an 18-hole championship course in a mountainside setting, a 9-hole course, and a miniature golf course.  There are riding stables for those who don’t own their horses.  There are 8 Har-Tru Courts for tennis.  Sailing, canoeing, swimming, and fishing are enjoyed on the 55-acre, Lake Fairfield, where a Guest Symphony plays each July 4th.  There are socials given in the Fall and Summer. In the winter, you can visit the ski lodge with 3 slopes, rope lift and chair lift.  The recreation center boasts an indoor and outdoor pool, whirlpool spa, sauna, fitness center, and game room.  Sapphire Valley Resort offers daily, supervised children’s programs as well as daily programs for adults.  Your guests will have many wonderful choices.

COMMENT:  This is a place where you can feel safe from the world and build and share many happy memories with others for the rest of your lives in your Sanctuary.    

please contact:

Russ Rumsey
MacDonald Home Construction
828-743-6352, office
828-399-0519, cell
828-743-0473, fax
russr@macdonaldhomeconstruction.com

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MacDonald Home Construction proudly builds homes in the
North Carolina mountain communities of:

Cashiers, Highlands, Toxaway, Sapphire Valley, Glenville and Bear Lake Reserve