$949,000

Positioned in the storied foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes north of historic downtown Ellijay, this 79.8± acre contiguous holding represents an increasingly scarce land asset in the North Georgia highlands. Held under uninterrupted single-family stewardship for well over four decades, the property remains in an undisturbed, primitive… Read More recreational state--anchored by an unharvested timber hardwood forest and high knolls commanding expansive, multi-layered mountain views. While functioning as an uncompromised family retreat or recreational reserve, the tract possesses an exceptional commercial and investment dimension. Unincorporated Gilmer County has matured into one of the premier mountain vacation and eco-tourism corridors in the Southeast, fueled by year-round demand from Atlanta, Chattanooga, and beyond. Located directly along the Flagpole Road short-term rental (STR) corridor, the property's dramatic topography yields multiple natural ridge benches and secluded home sites. This layout allows for low-density luxury chalets, a high-end cabin compound, or a private boutique hospitality enclave where every build site enjoys total visual seclusion and protected view sheds. Whether viewed through the lens of a long-term conservation and timber asset, a generational family compound, or a carefully staged vacation rental development, this 80-acre holding presents an irreplaceable canvas in Georgia's apple and wine country. Location & Regional Synergy The Heart of Apple & Wine Country: Minutes from the historic brick-paved square of Ellijay--renowned for its boutique dining, antique shops, thriving craft breweries, and world-class heritage apple orchards and vineyards. Blue Ridge & Mountain Towns: Located a short, scenic drive south of Blue Ridge, Georgia, offering Lake Blue Ridge access, fine dining, the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, and upscale mountain hospitality. The Regional Playground: Positioned within 20 to 30 minutes of Carters Lake--the deepest lake in Georgia spanning 3,200 surface acres with zero private shoreline development, renowned for trophy striped bass fishing and deep-water boating. Bordered by the Coosawattee and Cartecay River watersheds, the area is a celebrated southeastern hub for native cold-water trout angling, kayaking, and whitewater paddling. Immediate Metro Transit: Situated under 75 miles north of Atlanta via the continuous 4-lane GA-515/Highway 515 corridor, and less than 1.5 hours southeast of Chattanooga, placing the property within an easy, friction-free 2-hour drive for over 6 million regional residents. Property & Investment Highlights Undisturbed Mature Canopy: 40+ years of uninterrupted growth has established an exceptional canopy of white oak, red oak, hickory, and mountain hardwoods, creating an authentic Appalachian woodland aesthetic. Topography & Views: Elevated ridges and defined knolls offer dramatic elevation change, opening up broad seasonal and year-round panoramic views of the Blue Ridge mountain ridges. Proven STR Development Potential: Direct frontage along the established Flagpole Road short-term rental corridor. This scenic mountain stretch has emerged as a premier corridor for investors. The natural bench-and-ridge topography allows an investor to construct multiple high-yield rental cabins with natural topography buffers providing complete guest privacy. Unincorporated County Jurisdiction: Located in unincorporated Gilmer County under current A1 Agricultural zoning, providing a streamlined pathway for residential, agricultural, conservation, and county-compliant Chapter 45 STR host licensing. Wildlife & Sport: A thriving sanctuary for native whitetail deer, wild turkey, and black bear, benefiting from large surrounding timber holdings and minimal historic hunting pressure. BROKER COMMENT: "With 40 years of untouched timber and commanding ridge views just minutes from downtown Ellijay, land offering this level of privacy and development freedom is hard to replicate." The Facts/Overview 79.8± contiguous acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just north of Ellijay, Georgia, in Gilmer County Held in single-family ownership for more than 40 years Undeveloped recreational property with mature hardwood timber Mature canopy includes white oak, red oak, hickory, and mountain hardwoods Elevated ridges and knolls provide multiple potential homesites and mountain views Seasonal and year-round views of surrounding Blue Ridge Mountain ridges Located along Flagpole Road, an established short-term rental corridor Natural ridge and bench topography offers potential for multiple secluded homesites or cabins Zoned A1 Agricultural Potential uses include a private family compound, recreational retreat, conservation property, or residential/hospitality development, subject to applicable approvals Minutes from downtown Ellijay, with access to restaurants, breweries, shops, orchards, and vineyards Short drive to Blue Ridge and Lake Blue Ridge Approximately 20-30 minutes from Carters Lake, a 3,200-acre reservoir known for boating and striped bass fishing Located near the Coosawattee and Cartecay River watersheds, with access to trout fishing, kayaking, and paddling Less than 75 miles north of Atlanta via GA-515/Highway 515 Less than 1.5 hours southeast of Chattanooga Area supports year-round recreational and vacation demand from Atlanta, Chattanooga, and surrounding markets Wildlife includes whitetail deer, wild turkey, and black bear Read Less

Courtesy of William Lawson, The Wings Group.

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Oct 6, 2026

Property Type

Unimproved Land

Lot Size

79.8 Acres

MLS Number

1544070

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Property Access

Frontage Type: County Road, Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road, Road Surface: Asphalt, Gravel

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Other equipment: None

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None

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None

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None

Lot

79.8 acres, Agricultural, Bluff, Many Trees, Private, Views, Wooded, Will Not Divide

Property

Mountain(s), Trees/Woods

Sewer

None

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 377012, Annual Amount: $2,861.17, Legal Description: Plat Book 3/54, Zoning: A-1, Zoning description: Agricultural District

Utilities

Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available

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