MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT + $10,000 toward closing costs OR rate buydown with acceptable offer! Some homes are lived in — this one is experienced. This beautifully updated 5 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home offers over 3,000 square feet of living space on an almost half-acre lot, thoughtfully designed for entertaining, hosting, and everyday enjoyment. A truly unique open-style split-level layout creates exceptional flow throughout the main living spaces, making this home ideal for gatherings both large and small. The main level features a dramatic great room with soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive picture windows, and one of two fireplaces—creating a warm and inviting space where guests naturally gather. The open connection between the great room, dining area, and kitchen enhances the entertaining experience, while oversized windows frame peaceful wooded views, delivering a light-filled, “treehouse-like” feel throughout. The kitchen is perfectly positioned for hosting, with generous counter space, seating at the island, and seamless access to the expansive deck, making indoor-outdoor entertaining effortless. Outdoor living is a standout feature of this home with multiple gathering spaces including a large deck, a newly installed patio, and additional areas surrounded by mature landscaping. Electric and water are available throughout the backyard, offering excellent potential to expand outdoor living with a future outdoor kitchen, firepit, or accessory dwelling unit. The home backs up to Nickajack Creek and protected greenspace along the Heritage Trail, providing exceptional privacy and a tranquil creekside backdrop with no homes behind. When the gathering winds down, retreat to the home’s more intimate spaces. A separate family room with a second fireplace provides the perfect setting for movie nights or relaxed evenings, while the outdoor spaces invite you to unwind, listen to the creek, and enjoy the serenity of the natural surroundings. This home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded throughout, including a new roof, new gutters with leaf guards, new garage doors and motors, updated electrical panel, and a new HVAC system installed in 2021 with regular professional servicing. The primary suite features a fully remodeled bathroom with heated floors and a spacious walk-in closet, complemented by a remodeled secondary bathroom, high-end LVP flooring, and updated fixtures throughout. Additional highlights include a massive two-car garage and ample parking in both the driveway and along the street, making hosting easy and stress-free. Located just steps from Heritage Park and the Heritage Trail with direct access to the Silver Comet Trail, this home offers a rare combination of privacy, flexibility, and lifestyle in one of Mableton’s most distinctive settings.