Cornelia Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

Cornelia Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

Welcome to Cornelia, Georgia—a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Habersham County. Known for its charming small-town atmosphere and stunning natural beauty, Cornelia offers a delightful blend of Southern hospitality and modern conveniences. With its vibrant community spirit and rich history, this quaint city is the perfect place to call home.

One of the standout features of Cornelia is its breathtaking waterfront properties. Imagine waking up each morning to the soothing sounds of a gentle stream flowing right outside your window. Homes with stream waterfront features in Cornelia provide a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of modern living. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the porch or hosting a summer barbecue by the water, these properties offer a serene backdrop for your daily life.

In addition to the scenic beauty, Cornelia boasts a variety of recreational activities. Spend your weekends exploring the nearby hiking trails, fishing in the stream, or enjoying a leisurely picnic at one of the local parks. The city is also home to a vibrant downtown area filled with charming boutiques, delicious restaurants, and friendly coffee shops, ensuring you’ll never run out of things to do.

With its idyllic setting, welcoming community, and stunning waterfront homes, Cornelia is the perfect place to find your dream property. Experience the tranquility and charm of this enchanting city—where every day feels like a retreat. Come and discover why Cornelia, Georgia, is not just a place to live, but a place to thrive!

Newest Cornelia Homes with Stream Waterfront Features

$640,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10818458 MLS
Rare opportunity to own this one-of-a-kind custom-built ranch chalet nestled on 1.86 private acres overlooking breathtaking views of mature hardwoods and a picturesque babbling creek! This exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features an in-ground pool, abundant parking, and a convenient kitchen-level garage. Inside, you'll find soaring cathedral ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a wall of windows showcasing the incredible backyard views. The open kitchen is equipped with Viking stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, stained cabinetry, gas cooktop, pot filler, vent hood, double wall ovens, and a wine fridge, dining room, office work space, coffee bar, built in pantry cabinet and large walk-in pantry. The spacious owner's suite offers built in storage with two closets, a large walk-in closet, double vanities, garden tub, and separate shower. Split bedroom plan with guest wing offering two addition guest bedrooms, full bathroom, and laundry mud room. The finished terrace level includes a second stone fireplace, rec/game room, bedroom, full bath, theater room, storage/craft room, boat garage, workshop space, and ample storage-perfect for multi-generational living or guests. Step outside to your own private retreat featuring a sparkling pool, expansive upper deck and lower patio, and peaceful creekside setting ideal for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing. Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Cornelia, shopping, dining, Ingles, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham, and sought-after schools. Enjoy easy access to Chimney Oaks Golf Club, Lake Russell Recreation Area, Lake Burton, Tallulah Gorge State Park, Helen, and the Chattahoochee National Forest. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or exceptional short-term rental opportunity, this home offers the very best of North Georgia living. Schedule your private tour today! Special Buyer Incentives Available! Qualified buyers may choose a 1-year temporary interest rate buydown (1% below market rate) or a closing cost credit at no cost to the buyer, courtesy of Mark Baker with SWBC Mortgage.

156 Thundering Waters Drive, Cornelia

Listing courtesy of Maximum One Realty Greater Atlanta.

$495,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10815766 MLS
CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER ACCESS comes with this classic Cape Cod home in secluded established neighborhood in south Habersham County! Lovingly built in 2000 (2x6 wall construction) on over 5 acres overlooking a SMALL CREEK with natural trails and pet fencing around the property. Interior features include owner's suite, bath and walk-in closet on the main as well as a half-bath and second bedroom that doubles as HOME OFFICE space. A bay window highlights the living room with ROCK FIREPLACE and tasteful propane heating. The kitchen and dining room combo includes solid surface counters, a pantry and a dining area for six, OR enjoy dining and entertaining out on the 10x30 SUNROOM (new vinyl windows!) overlooking the wooded lot below. Upstairs enjoy the classic Cape Cod symmetrical bedrooms with DORMERS, each with OVERSIZED CLOSETS, a full bath, second WARDROBE/STORAGE closet, and spacious hallway with shelving. On the basement level, you'll find a finished ENTERTAINMENT ROOM and second RECREATION ROOM, a full bath, and single car garage that doubles as WORKSHOP SPACE. GENERAC WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR installed to provide peace of mind when there's the occasional threat of severe weather and power outages. Many other ongoing improvements made over the past five years (ask to see the list!). Exterior features include a SPRAWLING outdoor deck (freshly painted!) with your own year-round SWIM SPA and KOI Pond. 2-CAR CARPORT leads into the single-car drive-under garage. Privately GATED DRIVEWAY provides a level of privacy and security to your coveted outdoor compound as well as controlled space for your pets! The neighborhood has NO COVENANTS and NO HOA, but does actively manage the gated access to the RIVER COMMON AREA (voluntary $75 per year) which boasts great walk-in access to the water and large ROCKY SHOALS to enjoy fishing, kayaking or tubing down the renowned Chattahoochee River!

975 Chattahoochee Way, Cornelia

Listing courtesy of Headwaters Realty.

$989,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 10806911 MLS
A beautifully remodeled farmhouse situated on 13.39 private acres outside Cornelia. Offering four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and 2,702 heated square feet, this one-of-a-kind property combines timeless farmhouse character with thoughtful modern updates completed in 2024. The inviting interior features a dramatic two-story great room with a stone fireplace, a formal dining room, and a breathtaking kitchen with solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant custom cabinetry, and generous workspace. The main level includes the spacious owner's suite with a large walk-in closet, along with an additional bedroom and full bathroom. Upstairs, you will find two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large den that provides flexible space for a home office, playroom, or second living area. Expansive wraparound porches offer the perfect place to enjoy peaceful evenings and pastoral views. The property features a beautiful mixture of open pasture and hardwoods, fenced areas for livestock, a year-round flowing creek, raised garden beds, a barn with flexible storage and workspace, a chicken coop, and several additional outbuildings with water and power. A detached garage and workshop include an electric-vehicle charging connection. Private, peaceful, and exceptionally versatile, this rare property is ready for a farm, homestead, horses, gardens, or simply enjoying country living at its finest.

828 Garner Road, Cornelia

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Lanier Partners.

$475,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 10798998 MLS
We welcome you to this well-organized traditional styled home hidden away in the North Georgia country setting in Cornelia. It is situated on a peaceful 1.34 acres lot, and it is move in ready with 3 bedrooms, 2.5-baths and it offers a blend of comfort, organization, style and everyday functionality for anyone seeking modern living with a serene backdrop. Once you arrive you discover an accessibility ramp to the front door for friends or family members to gain easy access. The wooded surroundings create a warm, and welcoming impression. The home has natural light flowing throughout the spacious open-concept layout. Hardwood floors stretch across the kitchen, dining and living rooms, creating a seamless and stylish feel for entertaining or daily life. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, modern finishes, and kitchen bar for great conversations at mealtimes. The open concept of the kitchen, dining, and living room creates and easy flow throughout making it perfect for hosting gatherings. The living room hosts a screened in back porch to sit and have a peaceful cup of coffee in the morning or for listening to the tree frogs in the evening, without the bugs interfering. The spacious master suite is on the main floor featuring a large handicap accessible shower, large vanity, separate toilet and walk in closet. Additional highlights of this home include spacious secondary bedrooms, modern neutral finishes, a two-car garage with garage door and abundant storage. The home also features an additional 1739 square feet downstairs of unfinished basement that has been stubbed in for a bathroom and has ample space to put additional bedrooms downstairs for a growing family, in laws or for an investor interested in increasing the rental volume of the home. The basement features two separate entries for renters to come and go. This home is move in ready and it would make a great early "Christmas in July" gift for your family, or for investors interested in rental income. It has the potential to be 3478 square feet if the basement is finished. Make plans to tour this home before it is taken.

1330 Heads Ferry Road, Cornelia

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$989,000
8 Beds 7 Baths 10704257 MLS
Tucked away on over 17 private acres, this remarkable North Georgia estate offers space, versatility, and peaceful natural beauty rarely found in one property. The main residence spans two levels and features six bedrooms and four full bathrooms, with the main level offering three bedrooms, two baths, and a grand living room anchored by a fireplace that creates a warm gathering space. Just off the kitchen, a separate dining room provides the perfect setting for hosting family and friends. The living room opens into an oversized sunroom filled with natural light, with an adjoining deck positioned perfectly to capture stunning sunset views across the property. The lower level can be accessed from inside the home or through its own private exterior entrance, making it ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Downstairs you'll find another spacious living room with fireplace, a secondary kitchen, three additional bedrooms, two full baths, ample storage, and a dedicated space for home gym equipment complete with a sauna. Beyond the attached garage, the property includes a detached oversized two-bay workshop with a rear shed roof perfect for tractors, equipment, and outdoor toys, the shop even has a bathroom. Just down from the main home sits a separate guest house offering two bedrooms, one and a half baths, a generous utility room for storage, and a large screened porch overlooking the woods and surrounding wildlife. The land itself is just as special, with walking trails winding through the hardwoods and along a peaceful creek, making this property a private retreat built for exploring, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors.

1046 Chase Road, Cornelia

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Lanier Partners.

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