*NEW UPDATES: New flooring and interior paint throughout!** Your search for a home that blends comfort, charm, and mountain-town convenience is over! Nestled in the heart of Hiawassee, this Cape Cod-style home offers relaxed living with thoughtful updates throughout. Venture inside to find a spacious main-level primary suite with a large en-suite bath featuring a garden tub, glass-enclosed shower, dual vanities, and generous cabinet storage. The cozy living room centers around a gas log fireplace, while the eat-in kitchen-complete with ample cabinetry and direct deck access-is perfect for everyday meals, weekend BBQs, and easy entertaining. A half bath and laundry area add convenience to the main floor, and the seamless flow from kitchen to dining to living space makes the layout ideal. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full bath and each offers access to a charming front-facing balcony for peaceful moments with mountain views. Outdoors, you'll enjoy a covered front porch, a fenced backyard with garden space, a handy workshop/storage shed, and a two-car carport with additional paved parking. Recent updates include a newer roof, HVAC system, and water heater-so you can move in with confidence. Located just minutes from Lake Chatuge, the Appalachian Trail, and downtown Hiawassee, this home makes it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer.