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$799,900
3 Days On Site

1049 Rockwater Road
Ellijay, GA 30536

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2,284
SqFt
$350
/SqFt
1987
Built
County:
Gilmer

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Nestled high in the North GA mountains, this extraordinary log cabin offers the kind of retreat rarely found in the Southeast, complete privacy, long-range layered mountain views, the sound of rushing waterfalls outside your window & the timeless warmth of mountain architecture. Set among towering treetops w/cascading creek & natural waterfall running alongside the property, this 3-level residence is a complete escape from stress, traffic & summer heat, yet remains an easy drive from Atlanta for weekend escapes or extended seasonal living. The classic chinked log exterior welcomes you inside to the vaulted great room w/exposed hand-hewn beams, large-plank wood floors & river rock wood-burning fireplace. Custom steel French doors throughout the main level pour in natural light, connecting indoors w/the lush outdoors. Plenty of gathering space surrounds the fireplace, while an add'l casual dining/lounge area offers even more room to relax. The kind of mountain home families hold for generations. Upstairs, the spectacular primary suite feels like its own private retreat w/architectural details that continue throughout the spacious loft-style layout. Featuring cozy sitting area, generous sleeping quarters & unforgettable Smoky Mtn vistas. With aprox 2,400sqft across 3 levels, the cabin offers ideal flexibility for entertaining guests, hosting grandchildren, or simply enjoying quiet weekends in nature. The setting combines dramatic beauty w/genuine serenity: mountain air, moving water, mature forest & the sense of escape that luxury buyers increasingly seek but seldom find. Located near Ellijay, one of N GA's most sought-after mtn destinations, the property offers access to hiking, wineries, fly fishing, charming restaurants & thriving 4-season mountain lifestyle. Whether envisioned as a private family retreat, seasonal residence, or legacy mountain property, this is not merely a cabin, it is an experience of mountain living that feels increasingly difficult to replicate

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$799,900
Days On Site 
3 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,284 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
16.6 Acres
Year Built 
1987
MLS® Number 
430682
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Owner
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
16.6
Levels 
Three Or More
Parking 
DrivewayGravel
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Septic Tank
SqFt Above 
1324
SqFt Below 
960
SqFt Total 
2284
Style 
Cabin
Utilities 
Cable Available
Water Source 
PrivateWell
Interior Features
Appliances 
RefrigeratorRangeMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryer
Basement 
FinishedBath/Stubbed
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Wood BurningSee Remarks
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Wood
Furnished 
Furnished
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Ceiling Fan(s)Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
In Basement
Kitchen 
Description - Number of Kitchens: 1
Master Bedroom 
Level - Upper
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
LogStone
Exterior 
Private YardFire Pit
Lot Features 
LevelRolling SlopeSlopedWaterfront
Patio And Porch 
PorchFront PorchDeckWrap Around
Roof 
Metal
View 
Mountain(s)Creek/Stream
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Creek
Waterview 
Mountain(s)Creek/Stream
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
Cash1031 ExchangeConventional
HOA Fee Frequency 
Annually
MLS Area 
Ar 7 Gilmer
Roads 
GravelPaved
School District 
Gilmer County
Township 
Ellijay
Schools
School District
Gilmer County
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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