Escape to this custom French Country retreat, where rustic elegance meets modern luxury in an ideal mountain getaway. Designed for effortless main-level living, the home showcases authentic Old-World details like soaring two-story vaulted ceilings, artisanal millwork, exposed beams, and exquisite hardwood floors. Large casement windows perfectly frame peaceful views of the surrounding mountain laurel and rhododendrons, while the main floor hosts a refined great room, a spacious walk-in pantry, and an extra bedroom, also ideal for a private home office. At the heart of the home is a chef's kitchen equipped with a massive 32-square-foot granite island, custom cabinetry, and a premium six-burner gas range with a griddle-perfect for entertaining weekend guests. Upstairs, an airy family room offers a relaxed secondary gathering space alongside ample storage and two additional bedrooms, each featuring its own private vanity and a shared full bath. Unwind on the private screened porch by the cozy wood-burning fireplace while listening to the soothing trickle of a nearby stream. Equipped with smart-home technology for seamless remote monitoring, this property offers ultimate peace of mind whether you're at home or away. Situated in a premier gated community just minutes from South Asheville, you will enjoy a community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and immediate access to shaded hiking trails leading directly into the pristine Pisgah National Forest.