866 Rainey Rd, Temple, GA 30179

Some properties offer a home. Others offer an entire lifestyle. Welcome to your own private nature sanctuary, where 71/2 acres of beautiful hardwoods, winding water, native gardens, and abundant wildlife create a setting that is truly one of a kind. Imagine waking up to the sounds of songbirds, enjoying your morning coffee on front porch, and spending your days surrounded by the beauty and tranquility of nature. Tucked away on 71/2 private acres, this property offers more than a home - it offers a lifestyle. An officially designated Georgia Audubon Wildlife and Plant Sanctuary, this remarkable property has been thoughtfully nurtured as a haven for native plants, pollinators, and wildlife. Two dedicated pollinator gardens and native milkweed habitats provide a welcoming home for Monarch butterflies, while a natural stream meanders through the property, creating a peaceful setting for both wildlife and those to call this place home. Nature lovers will delight in the abundance of wildlife that visits and inhabits the property. Deer, groundhogs, box turtles, rabbits along the creek, and even a red-tailed hawk are among the many residents. The skies and gardens come alive with an impressive variety of birds, including cardinals, bluebirds, finches, grosbeaks, chickadees, purple martins, and hummingbirds. Rare trillium and wild onions add even more natural character to this beautiful setting. For those who enjoy gardening and growing their own food, the possibilities are endless. The property features a producing black walnut tree, pear trees, two varieties of apple trees, peach trees, hazelnut bushes, blueberry bushes, wild black raspberries, grapevines, and muscadine vines. Established herb and vegetable gardens offer an abundance of homegrown favorites, including Thai basil, dill, asparagus, jalapenos, mint, kale, beans, lettuce, rosemary, and so much more. A hand-built greenhouse provides even more opportunities to nurture your gardening passions. When it's time to relax or entertain, you'll find two spacious fire pit areas perfect for gathering with family and friends, sharing stories, and enjoying evenings under a canopy of stars. Two storage sheds provide additional space for tools and equipment, while the greenhouse makes this property a gardener's dream. The home offers two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a den, a living room, kitchen, and laundry room. The primary bathroom features a large, hand-laid tile shower. Recent improvements include brand-new structural subfloors and flooring in the kitchen and living room, a new electrical service panel, a new hot water tank, a new back door, and fresh paint in the living room, kitchen, and laundry area. The property is served by private well water and a private septic system, offering the independence and rural lifestyle that so many buyers are searching for. Whether your dream is to create a beautiful homestead, grow your own food, observe wildlife, entertain around a bonfire, or simply enjoy the peace and privacy of your own natural sanctuary, this property offers a rare opportunity to embrace a different pace of