Fabulous historic log home (c. 1890) with modern additions is perfectly situated on lush, private lot and surrounded by lovely native gardens. Home is loaded with charm and character and features spacious living room with handsome stone fireplace and vaulted beamed ceiling, gracious fireside family room with wet bar, inviting dining room, large eat-in kitchen, light filled master bedroom on the main level with updated master bath and plenty of closet space, 2 additional log bedrooms, each with private bath, and huge screened porch, the perfect spot for relaxing and entertaining! Upstairs is a quaint landing area and additional guest bedroom with sitting area and full bath. The lower level houses a large laundry/utility room, a full bath, a workshop, wine cellar, and ample storage area. There is a two car carport, and separate storage garage. Extras include cedar shake roof, hardwood flooring throughout, and split rail front porch railing. The grounds are truly amazing and include plenty of usable yard space, a goldfish pond/water feature, an inviting moss covered patio, and gardens with many varieties of azalea, hydrangea, japanese maple, ferns, and other native plants.The Blanton garden (Mountaintop Garden) has been documented and included in the Smithsonian Archives of American Gardens. Several articles on this recognition and the historic aspects of the home are in Document section of the listing (under Other). All this is a two minute walk to Lookout Mountain Elementary School via the adjacent cowpath. Prepare to fall in love with 204 East Watkins Street, the perfect mountain home!