Stunning Big Canoe Residence Offers Relaxed Elegance And Resort Lifestyle

Welcome to 19 Summit Drive, a rare residence that artfully blends Buckhead-style refinement with relaxed resort living in Big Canoe one of North Georgia’s most renowned mountain communities. This expansive, 5,118-square-foot home is tucked away down a graceful, private drive on a pristine, wooded and secluded setting with both mountain and golf course vistas. From the moment one glimpses this custom home’s façade, accented with stone and a gracious circular drive, anticipation builds. Once inside the grand, chandelier-crowned entry hall, one is impressed by the home’s hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, custom millwork, and oversized Palladian windows that flood the home with sunlight. Plus!...this home features a brand new (2026) HVAC system and enhanced, dual hot water heaters! With refined architectural details, the spacious entry hall, dining room and living room flow seamlessly -- inspiring both casual living and elevated entertaining. The elegant, fireside living room is distinguished by 24-foot ceilings, built-in shelving, and a dramatic wall of Palladian windows and doors that open onto an elevated deck. Adjacent is the formal dining room, accented with custom wainscoting and a tray ceiling. Nearby is a stunning, wood-paneled study, complete with large Palladian windows, coffered ceiling, French doors and deck access -- the perfect setting for a private home office, library or quiet reading room. Also on the main level is the luxurious primary bedroom suite a sophisticated retreat with tray ceiling, large windows, private deck access, and a fully renovated, spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, imported tile, frameless-glass shower, and large walk-in closet with custom built-ins. At the opposite end of the main level is the updated chef’s kitchen featuring a dramatic, glass tile-framed Palladian window, new quartz counters and island, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine chiller, dining alcove, plentiful storage and a convenient grilling deck. Adjacent is the walk-in pantry/utility room, which provides easy access to the two-car garage. Flowing from the kitchen is the spacious, yet cozy, fireside sitting room -- the perfect gathering spot for family, friends and relaxed entertaining. Accessible from the sitting room is the elevated deck which runs along the home’s entire southern façade and offers privacy and all-season golf course, mountain and woodland views. Descend to the terrace level, and one is greeted by a secondary sitting room, accented with a wet bar and French door access to a tiled patio. Flanking this room are two large, bright, en suite bedrooms that offer guests a relaxing, private retreat with woodland views. Nearby is a massive, finished bonus space that features a gas fireplace, plentiful storage and patio access. This rare, flexible asset awaits re-imagining as a secondary home office, hobby studio, gym, play or game room, or large bedroom suite. Immaculately maintained and updated, this elegant, yet relaxed, Big Canoe residence promises a refined resort lifestyle and is a smart investment, whether enjoyed as full-time home or vacation retreat. With thoughtful updates, including a new state-of-the-art video security system, this custom home is close to Big Canoe’s North Gate and minutes from Lake Petit, the marina, newly renovated Club House, fitness center, pools, golf courses and nature trails. Located just one hour from Atlanta, 19 Summit Drive is a special residence ideally situated in a pristine, protected and private woodland setting that charms and delights in every season.