This spacious 2994sf log home has all the natural rustic character you desire- open plan w/ the right mix of high vaulted trusses & beamed ceilings, solid wood columns, hardwood floors thru-out, staggered log interfaces and just enough drywall so you are warmed but not overwhelmed by the natural ambiance of wood. Wonderful front porch runs the length of the home, comes with a swing bench & is ready for your rocking chairs. Relax and enjoy the natural beauty & landscaping-- it's totally private from the street. Welcoming wide Foyer has room for your accent pieces and opens to the Great Room and a big open Kitchen for an easy-flow layout. The Kitchen works nicely to blend gathering and meal prep w/ a giant center island that has easy seating for 4-5 at the Breakfast Bar. Lots of counter space + composite double-sinks, stainless appliances including a side-by-side front-serve ice-maker fridge & a gas-burner stove. You'll love the hanging pan rack! Shaker-style Alderwood cabinets wrap the walls with lots of glass display cabinets, open shelves, pull-outs & deep drawers. A full credenza has a convenient built-in desk & there's a neat window seat that connects the Foyer to the Kitchen. Kitchen open to the Dining Area and the Great Room, w/ a comfortable mix of ceiling heights so you don't feel like you are living in a cavern. The DR area opens to the back Deck, while the Great Rm features a soaring trussed cathedral ceiling that looks up to an open loft hallway upstairs, large bright windows and a gas fireplace with a polished round stone surround. Your Master is on the main floor- it has a private exit to the back deck. Large laundry Rm is also a Half-Bath, & an another small room would make a nice office, craft rm or extra storage. And speaking of storage- it's excellent! There is built-in shelving in several areas, walk-in closets, extra storage rooms, closets & nooks. Even the garage is nicely-sized w/ its own sink & plenty of room for your workshop tables & more storage. Upstairs, two big bedrooms have really cool tri-vaulted exposed truss & planked ceilings w/ one wall of logs; the rest drywalled. One bedrm is 26x12.52, the other 26x11.43. They access a full tub/shower bath accented w/ side beams & planking. The 4th Bedrm is a big L-shaped Bonus Room that has a good closet & its own full Shower-only bath. The water heater & dryer are both electric but are piped for gas if conversion desired. Outside, the back deck also runs the length of the house and Sellers just put in a brand new above ground pool & skimmer w/ new pool decking scheduled for end of May. A vapor barrier & sump pump under the home keeps it dry & home is under termite bond. Appliances incl. Fridge/Washer/Dryer can stay. Cordless easy-lift blinds stay. 518 Saddle Hill is a true custom-built log home built by Jim Barna Log System homes w/ 8' round double tongue and groove, southern yellow pine treated per manufacturer's recommendations. Designed for settling into an energy efficient home, the house has tilt-in insulated windows, central air & gas heating in three zones, but there are also screens so open the doors/windows to let in fresh air when you want. BUY WITH CONFIDENCE - Sellers are offering a 1-Year Home Warranty! Saddle Hill is known for its large parcels & this home sits on 2+ acres for enjoyable privacy w/ just the right amount of lawn for easy maintenance- most of the property is wooded. The back yard area is fenced- two sides are chain-linked, the rest is newly wire meshed to keep in pets and keep out wildlife-- so try your green thumb- the Garden is already started! Saddle Hill has a low annual HOA fee of $50 to help maintain the community entrance. Welcome Home!