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!
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$1,075,000
5286 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA 30101
6beds
4,173sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2018
0.9 Acres Lot
$1,073,000 Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$5,027 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,073,000
$1.02M - $1.13M
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Cozy fireplacePrivate officeGenerous deckSun-drenched eat-in dining areaMassive walk-in pantryDouble glass-paned wood doorsGuest powder room
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Listing Provided by:
Mitzi Moore,
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International 678-249-4937
Bought with:
Lauren Kruse, 376933
Bolst, Inc.
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7766966
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
- Level: Oversized Master
Bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Butlers Pantry, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished Bath,Full,Interior Entry
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Factory Built, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Great Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,173
- Total interior livable area: 4,173 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,173
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway, On Street, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.90 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Level, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen
- Parcel number: 20011800640
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: None
- Roof: Composition,Metal
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Acworth
- Subdivision: Thornton Township
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $650 annually
- Association phone: 770-926-3086
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Sold | $1,075,000$258/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7766966 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2026 | Pending sale | $1,075,000$258/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7766966 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000+16.8%$258/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7766966 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2022 | Sold | $920,000+2.2%$220/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #6981726 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2021 | Pending sale | $899,900$216/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #6981726 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2021 | Listed for sale | $899,900$216/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #6981726 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,095 | $368,000 |
| 2023 | $11,095 +36.5% | $368,000 +37.5% |
| 2022 | $8,125 | $267,724 |
| 2021 | $8,125 | $267,724 |
| 2020 | $8,125 | $267,724 |
| 2019 | $8,125 | $267,724 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 30101
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Frey Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Durham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Allatoona High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Frey
- Middle: Durham
- High: Allatoona
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Cobb County
- Acworth
- 30101
- 5286 Merlot Dr
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