**Seller offering rate buy down!!** WELCOME HOME!! A true mountain retreat located in coveted Laurel Ridge in Lakemont. This 4 bed 3 bath real log cabin is a rare find, showcasing authentic timber construction with no nails, rich hardwood floors throughout, tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed beams, and vaulted family room centered around a floor to ceiling stone fireplace! Updated while preserving its original character, the home offers a newly added primary bedroom bathroom and closet completed in 2025, along with a finished basement completed in 2024, providing additional living space for guests, recreation, or relaxation. The screened-in porch creates the perfect setting to enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings, while Andersen windows bring quality and natural light throughout the home. The property also offers an impressive detached two-car garage with a finished bonus space above that is heated and cooled, providing endless possibilities for a home office, studio, guest area, or hobby space. Major systems have been thoughtfully updated, including a new HVAC system in 2025 and tankless water heater! The home is equipped with a whole-house water softener and filtration system as well as a whole-house generator for added convenience and peace of mind. Located in the scenic Laurel Ridge community with year round views near Historic Lakemont, Lake Rabun, downtown Clayton and Tallulah Falls, this distinctive mountain home combines authentic craftsmanship, modern improvements, and versatile living spaces in a setting designed for enjoying the best of North Georgia mountain living.