313 Ashbrook Ln Athens, GA 30605

A rare oasis of resort-like waterfront views and a bird watchers' paradise less than five miles away from the Sanford Stadium in the highly sought-after Ashton Place subdivision on Athens' east side! The last construction to complete the subdivision, this stunning, lovingly maintained 4-sided brick home boasts a gorgeous and airy Frank Belz Michelle plan with oversized Palladian windows complementing vaulted and tray ceilings. Nestled directly on a small tranquil lake, this home offers just over 3,400 sqft with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a large bonus room, 2 car garage, 2 decks, and a 2,040 sqft unfinished basement with above ground windows. One of the first things you'll notice when entering the home is the incredible natural light throughout from the floor to ceiling windows in the main living area with 18 ft + vaulted ceilings revealing spectacular open views of one of the two neighborhood lakes. On the main level you'll find a cozy home office, open dining/living areas with soaring ceilings and a fireplace, a spacious and open eat-in kitchen with updated stainless appliances throughout, bar seating with additional views of the water and back deck, laundry room, guest bedroom, full bath and the master bedroom. The master bedroom is a relaxing retreat overlooking the water and backyard. The tray ceilings are an elegant touch providing great natural light. The master bath has a large walk-in closet, double vanities, walk-in shower, water closet and large garden tub that sits under a beautiful stained glass window providing privacy and nice filtered light. Upstairs, there is an open hallway overlooking the living room and even more water views. There are two nice-sized bedrooms and a full bath which has separate vanity areas for both bedrooms. Over the garage is a great bonus room which provides multi-functional entertainment, craft, or recreational space for family and guests. Smart home technology has been installed throughout the home with smart dimmable light switches, video doorbell and Nest thermostats, which makes for easy and efficient living. A fully-framed, unfinished basement with french-door access to the side garden offers potential for expansion and storage with additional access to the lower back porch for relaxation while looking out over the backyard and water. Moving outside, there is beautiful landscaping that surrounds the home, from the courtyard feel of the Crape Myrtle out front, to the raised beds with flowering shrubs, side vegetable and blueberry garden and the back lawn that leads to the water. With decks at backyard level, as well as, the main level deck both with plenty of room for entertaining with family and friends, you'll feel the openness of the outdoors, calming waterfront all while a sense of privacy from the mature landscaping that surrounds. The Ashton Place subdivision offers private walking trails around the lakes, a swimming pool, and a large field for recreational sports. With so many nice touches throughout, a newly poured drive, front walk and garage floor, with the calm of water views throughout, this is a beautiful place to call home!