Majestic Mountain Views on 10.79 Acres — All-Brick Basement Ranch! Welcome to this remarkable 10.79 acre property just outside Athens, where you'll feel the awe and majesty of panoramic views overlooking Star Mountain, the Nantahala National Forest, and the peaks of the Smoky Mountain National Forest, while watching the sun rise directly over your backyard oasis. With approximately 2.5 acres cleared and maintained professionally the remaining acreage is left to the natural habitats of much of Tennessee wildlife, where you can step out onto your large deck in privacy, or sit out the large downstairs patio while taking in all this property has to offer. In the evenings, take a peaceful stroll along the private neighborhood road and enjoy stunning sunsets stretching across the Tennessee River toward the Cumberland Plateau.This home is truly a nature lover's dream. Inside this stately all-brick basement ranch blends privacy, beauty, and convenience. Freshly painted main living areas in soft, neutral tones provide a clean slate for your personal style. Designed for effortless entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the open, split floor plan offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths with stunning hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas. The spacious great room is bathed in natural light from oversized windows that frame the cozy fireplace—and showcase those unforgettable mountain views. The beautifully updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, tile backsplash, and brand-new, highly rated stainless-steel LG appliances, as well as a dining nook, while the dining room allows enough room for plenty of guests at the holidays. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a spa-like bathroom complete with a double vanity, white cabinetry, tile flooring, a luxurious tile shower, and a relaxing soaking tub. The large walk in closet adds to the significant storage possibilities throughout the home. One of the additional 3 bedrooms allows plenty of room for a queen size bed and two full baths provide ideal space for your family or guests needs. Downstairs, the fully framed and conditioned basement—with garage door access for all your toys—is perfect for storing outdoor equipment, creating a workshop, or expanding your living space. Already plumbed for a full bath addition and roughed in for additional rooms, this area offers the opportunity to add up to 2,100 sq ft of finished space. A tankless water heater and a whole-house natural gas generator, as well as an extensive water filtration system, providing reverse osmosis drinking water,, allows for added efficiency and peace of mind. The oversized 2-car garage easily accommodates two full-size trucks, allowing for extra storage space on top of the many options inside. This home is tucked away in a little-known community perched on a north-south ridge, with only a handful of properties, each situated on 5 to 25 acres. Despite its tranquility, the location is exceptionally convenient: just 3 miles from I-75, 45 minutes to West Knoxville, 25 minutes to Cleveland and about an hour to Chattanooga. Whether you're retired and seeking the serenity of a small town with easy access to city amenities, or you're working and looking for a restorative retreat at the end of the day for you and your family, this home delivers. With a single road providing the only entrance and exit, you'll appreciate the natural sense of privacy and security. This property offers a rare combination of space, peace, and breathtaking views—truly unmatched in the area.