A well-hidden treasure surrounded by majestic mountain views, this classic style hunting lodge is also the perfect family compound. This outstanding home has a unique floor plan that lends well to quiet evenings at home or large-scale entertaining. The spacious lodge boasts a stunning Trophy Room, formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, master suite on main level and an intimate family den with stone fireplace. Spacious decks and a large screened porch invite you to linger outdoors and enjoy the breathtaking mountain setting and the cool mountain breezes.. On the upper level there are two guest suites and on the lower level there is an office, a mud room & extra storage areas. Additional fireplaces in the master bedroom and trophy room as well as a wood stove all create wonderful ambiance. Two separate laundry areas help with managing the household. There are 2 guest cottages & 2 additional buildings that can be used for storage, barns or additional cottages. Nestled amid rich, natural landscaping it is conveniently located just a few minutes away from the heart of Cashiers, NC and yet is totally private. There's a large working garden, a workshop and outdoor activities include access to a nearby fishing pond, ample hiking in adjacent Chinquapin community as well as endless hiking trails and seasonal hunting at nearby 6,300 acre Panthertown Valley, the jewel of Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy a serene, secure lifestyle with all the amenities that small-town living in the mountains has to offer without a hint of isolation. Safety and security are de rigeur with a video surveillance system. Easy year-round access is important during the winter season and 2 high performing wells as well as a generator that services all buildings are also crucial features of secure mountain living. Owner would consider selling parcels separately. This is a unique and enticing property that must be seen to be fully appreciated.