5286 Merlot Drive, Acworth, GA 30101
- $1,075,000
- 6
- BD
- 7
- BA
- 4,173
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $1,075,000
- List Price
- $1,075,000
- Closing Date
- Jun 23, 2026
- MLS#
- 7766966
- Status
- CLOSED
- Type
- Single Family Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 7
- Square Footage
- 4,173
- Lot Size
- 0.9
- Subdivision
- Thornton Township
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Description
- Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry
Property Description
Set on one of the most beautiful lots within the Thornton Township community, this Craftsman residence offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and outdoor livability. Backing to protected Army Corps of Engineers acreage designated for recreation, the property serves as a private sanctuary tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac. Located just minutes from Hwy 41, I-75, and top-tier parks, healthcare, schools, and golf, this home offers a retreat-style lifestyle with the convenience of a central location. The heart of this property is the expansive, level, walk-out park-like backyard—thoughtfully designed for both everyday enjoyment and large-scale entertaining. The outdoor living space is anchored by a generous deck and a covered terrace featuring a professional-grade kitchen with luxurious thick leathered granite countertops, a built-in grilling station with two grills, refrigeration, and a stainless steel sink with a pull-down faucet. The partially fenced grounds are a gardener’s delight, flourishing with blueberries, peaches, apples, and figs, with an outdoor fire pit. Inside, the home exudes a sophisticated, current aesthetic. As you enter through the double glass-paned, wood doors, the foyer is warm and light-filled, opening seamlessly into a family room defined by vaulted beam ceilings, built-in bookcases, a cozy fireplace, and a wall of windows framing wooded views. The main level is designed for effortless flow, featuring 10' ceilings, hardwoods throughout, a formal dining room with a bar, a private office, and a guest suite with a full bath. The chef’s kitchen is a standout with an oversized island, a massive walk-in pantry, and a sun-drenched eat-in dining area. Functional luxuries include a three-car garage with an EV charging station and additional refrigeration, a private "friends entry" with a mudroom, and a guest powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a true retreat with 9' ceilings and a spacious bath featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate oversized tile shower. The expansive, customized closet is a rare find, complete with its own beverage refrigerator. Three additional bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet, a large laundry room with a sink, and a sizable bonus/flex room complete the upper level. The daylight terrace level offers even more living space, including a bedroom with an office and built-in shelves, a full bathroom, and a fully insulated, professional-grade music room. With half of the basement remaining unfinished, there is ample room for future customization. A compelling combination of lot, layout, and lifestyle in a storybook neighborhood with low HOA dues—this move-in-ready gem is truly the one you’ve been waiting for!
Additional Information
- Style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- Two
- Construction
- Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Year Built
- 2018
- Neighborhood Amenities
- None
- Kitchen Features
- Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
- Interior
- Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Exterior
- Garden, Private Yard
- Roof
- Composition, Metal
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway, On Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Lot Desc
- Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Elementary School
- Frey
- Middle School
- Durham
- High School
- Allatoona
- Acres
- 0.90
- Hoa Fee
- $650
- Hoa Freq
- Annually
- Levels
- Two
- Taxes
- $11,088
Listing courtesy of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International. Selling Office: Bolst, Inc..
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