843 Fern Valley Road, Ellijay, GA 30536

$679,000

Babbling Creek 3 Bed 3 Bath 20 Private Acres Near Downtown Ellijay + Orchards Creek, Pond, Mountain Views 2 Fireplaces STR, Subdivide, or Dream Home Potential! Tucked away on nearly 20 acres of R1-zoned land, this exceptional North Georgia cabin offers SO much privacy, natural beauty, and long-term potential-perfect as… Read More a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or short-term rental-with room to build multiple homes. Located just minutes from downtown Ellijay and surrounded by the area's famous apple orchards, the property features a gently flowing creek, small pond, open meadows, cleared open land, rolling terrain, ridgeline mountain views, and so many riding trails for horses, four-wheelers, or Gators, with ample space for private trails, additional homesites, or future subdivision. Inside, the main living area impresses with tall wood ceilings, real hardwood floors on the main level, 2 fireplaces, and a dramatic wall of glass windows that flood the space with natural light and showcase the outdoors. The open-concept layout flows to a fully updated kitchen with leathered granite countertops, newer appliances, and abundant storage, then out to a wraparound deck with hot tub and screened-in porch-perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful mornings and evenings. The home comes mostly furnished and turnkey, ready for immediate use or rental income. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with sitting area, renovated bath, and oversized screened porch, while upstairs features a loft and second oversized suite with cathedral ceilings and spa-like bath. The terrace level adds a game room, workshop, laundry, and space for a fourth bedroom, in-law suite, or second living area. Recent updates include: main-level bathroom (July 2025) with new shower, sconces, vanity, and faucet; basement improvements (April 10, 2025) including French drain with sump pump, new drywall and paneling along back wall, and concrete re-pour; exterior upgrades (July 2025) with new front steps to the large screened-in porch, new exterior paint (2024), and pressure-washed home with back deck recoated to match front. The property also features a newly installed 4-bedroom septic system and endless possibilities to create private trails, expand, or build multiple homes. No school tax for those over 65 years of age. Nearby attractions include numerous apple orchards, hiking trails, Springer Mountain-the beginning of the Appalachian Trail-wineries, Amicalola Falls, Fort Mountain State Park, Brasstown Bald, trout streams, tubing, kayaking, sunflower patches, pumpkin patches, and more. Read Less

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Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 2, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,899

Lot Size

19.7 Acres

Year Built

1990

MLS Number

10719528

30 Days Snapshot Of 30536

$526k

+30%

(avg) sold price

homes sold

-58%

(avg) days on market

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Area Map

Additional Details

Property Access

Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Basement

Finished, Full

Building

2,171 finished sqft above grade, 728 finished sqft below grade, 312 unfinished sqft below grade, 2,899 total finished sqft, Built in 1990, Bungalow/Cottage, Traditional, Wood Siding, Three Or More, Cabin

Community

None

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Dining Room

Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo

Exterior Features

Fire Pit, Garden, Deck, Screened

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Gas Log

Floors

Hardwood, Tile

Foundation

Block

Water Features

Water body: N/A, Creek, Pond

Heating

Central

Interior Features

Master On Main Level

Kitchen

Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters

Laundry

In Basement

Lot

Land Lot: 294, Leased Land: No, 19.7 acres, Level, Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded, Wooded

Parking

Parking Total: 8, Kitchen Level

Pool

Hot Tub

Property

No Common Walls, Stream, Waterfront, Resale, Single Family Residence, Mountain(s), Seasonal View

Roof

Composition

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Year: 2024

Utilities

Cable Available, High Speed Internet, Well

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