Rabun Homes with Private Waterfront Features

Rabun Homes with Private Waterfront Features

Welcome to Rabun County, Georgia, a hidden gem nestled in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, crystal-clear lakes, and lush forests, Rabun County is the perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With its charming small towns, rich history, and vibrant community spirit, it’s no wonder why so many are drawn to call this area home.

One of the most alluring features of Rabun County is its stunning waterfront properties. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, with a serene lake or river just steps away from your doorstep. Homes with private waterfront features in this picturesque region offer unparalleled tranquility and a unique lifestyle that blends relaxation with adventure. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin by the lake or a luxurious estate overlooking a flowing river, Rabun County has a diverse array of waterfront properties to suit every taste and budget.

In addition to the breathtaking views and private access to water activities like fishing, kayaking, and swimming, living in Rabun County means being part of a vibrant community. Enjoy local festivals, farmers' markets, and outdoor concerts, or explore the nearby hiking trails and waterfalls that make this area so special.

If you’re dreaming of a home that offers both comfort and the beauty of nature, Rabun County’s waterfront properties are waiting for you. Experience the perfect blend of adventure and serenity in this idyllic corner of Georgia, where your dream home by the water awaits!

Newest Rabun Homes with Private Waterfront Features

$5,795,000
8 Beds 8 Baths 10840711 MLS
NOW OFFERED AT $5,795,000: Moss Hill Ranch is an extraordinary 50+ acre equestrian estate where refined mountain living, exceptional horse facilities, and boundless outdoor adventure converge. Tucked into the breathtaking landscape of Clayton, Georgia, this remarkable legacy property offers uncommon privacy, beautifully improved acreage, two residences, and direct access to some of Rabun County's most treasured natural surroundings. Four meticulously maintained pastures encompass more than half of the property, providing abundant space for turnout, training, and riding. The remaining acreage unfolds through open fields, mature woodlands, three rushing creeks, and a network of private riding and walking trails. At the far end of the estate, the property connects directly to the famed Bartram Trail, opening the door to unlimited miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding, and exploration. In the opposite direction, the Chattooga River is only a short ATV ride away, creating an unparalleled setting for those drawn to fishing, paddling, hunting, and an active mountain lifestyle. At the heart of the equestrian operation is a thoughtfully designed, recently constructed five-stall barn combining impressive craftsmanship with effortless functionality. Two stalls may be joined to create a spacious mare-and-foal stall, while a climate-controlled feed and tack room, dressing room, full bathroom, hot-and-cold-water wash rack with drainage, generous equipment storage, and hay loft with hay-elevator access ensure every need has been carefully considered. Freshly creosoted fencing, a round pen, and EquiTred drainage further enhance this exceptional private facility, making it equally suitable for serious equestrians, trainers, breeders, or passionate recreational riders. The primary residence is a stunning Bonner and Buchanan custom home completed in 2017. Offering 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, the home blends sophisticated contemporary finishes with warm, inviting mountain character. The beautifully appointed kitchen opens to gracious living and dining spaces designed for both intimate evenings and effortless entertaining. Expansive Nanawalls in the great room and dining room disappear to connect the interiors with a generous screened porch, where the soothing sound of Dick's Creek creates an unforgettable backdrop. The main-level primary retreat enjoys its own private balcony with a Phantom screen, serene views, and the constant rhythm of rushing water below. A separate but equally private 4-bedroom, 3-bath secondary residence provides exceptional flexibility as a caretaker's home, guest residence, multigenerational retreat, or secluded quarters for visiting riders and family. Together, the two homes create the opportunity for a true family compound without sacrificing privacy or independence. Moss Hill Ranch is so much more than an equestrian property: it is a private mountain sanctuary designed for an extraordinary way of life. Ride from your own barn, follow wooded trails beneath a canopy of hardwoods, listen to three creeks meander through the landscape, and end the day surrounded by the quiet beauty of more than 50 pristine acres. Whether envisioned as a premier training facility, elegant recreational retreat, multigenerational estate, or irreplaceable legacy property, Moss Hill Ranch offers a rare combination of natural beauty, superior improvements, exceptional accessibility, and timeless appeal. This is the definition of extraordinary mountain living!

3622 Sandy Ford Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of BHHS Georgia Properties.

$3,500,000
8 Beds 6 Baths 10835908 MLS
Multiple dwellings, large barn, office space, workshop with potential for short term rentals, coorporate or personal retreat with direct access to US Forest Land and the Southern Nantahala Wilderness with miles of hiking trails taking you to the Appalachian Trail at Deep Gap and to mountain tops like Standing Indian. This is an unparalleled, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the first private property at the headwaters of the Tallulah River, nestled against the Nantahala Southern Wilderness at 2800 feet elevation. Enjoy end-of-road privacy with wilderness area surrounding the property on live, pristine TROUT stream frontage. This home is literally only a few steps from US Forest Land and miles of hiking trails taking you to the Appalachian Trail at Deep Gap and to mountain tops like Standing Indian. The main residence is a completely rebuilt, circa 1940s cabin (approx. 1500 sq ft, 2BD/2BTH) transformed into an Appalachian-style jewel box. The structure features breathtaking 200+ year old, hand-hewn Eastern hemlock beams, custom heart pine cabinetry from repurposed cotton mill floorboards, and a pre-Civil War Antebellum brick kitchen backsplash. Over 100 tons of Nantahala basin river rock stone are integrated throughout, including retaining walls, foundation surround, the towering stone fireplace (built with prehistoric valley river basin boulders), and Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired patios. The property includes a riverside hot tub, an outdoor stacked stone fireplace/smoker, a deep, private swimming hole accessed via a custom swinging bridge, a screened sleeping porch, and an artesian well. Across the road, a separate complex offers a 1000 sq ft heated workshop/single-car garage with three heated dog kennels, topped by a luxurious 1000 sq ft, furnished 2BD/1BTH guest apartment with high-end finishes and a river view deck. Additionally, there is a separate 2.5-car heated garage designed to accommodate a truck camper (14 ft door height) with a car lift, a lounge area, and a massage room with an en-suite travertine/slate bathroom (24k gold fixtures). The grounds are immaculately maintained with mature, native landscaping collected over 35 years, featuring a backup spring-fed water system, a Pilates/fitness studio, game room, spacious office, and a Lord of the Rings-inspired arched bridge leading to a spring-fed pond. An adjacent 5.5-acre parcel with additional river/creek frontage and a 4BR Cabin with screened porch, and a heated 40x60 lofted barn is included, offering tremendous flexibility for expansion or car collection storage. Furniture negotiable. BR and BA count totals are of all buildings. Seller will consider subdividing. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. DETAILED FEATURE SHEET AVAILABLE.

2935 Tate City Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Poss Realty.

$825,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 10810933 MLS
Bordering protected U.S. Forest Land in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Clayton and Black Rock Mountain State Park, this two-tract estate offers an unmatchable setting of privacy, security, and mountain beauty. Buffered by beautiful natural forest of native hardwoods, evergreens and rhododendron, a professionally designed woodland garden surrounding the home has been meticulously developed as evident upon entering through the custom, code-gated black steel entry gates flanked by stone columns and iron lanterns. Once inside and following the winding drive, there is a gated, irrigated kitchen garden with a 5-board wildlife fence surrounding the raised beds and custom cedar SunShed. Continuing your travel, the impressive drive features a gorgeous concrete and stone-veneer and blue stone-capped vehicle bridge reminiscent of Augusta National, over the cascading water of the pristine creek. Inviting a daily stroll are the lengthy mulched walking paths with five wooden footbridges by carefully placed boulders and stone walls. Take respite on the stone patio by the stream and entertain at the stone fire pit. Words can't describe the beauty of the mature abundance of curated flora, including Kwanzaa cherry, red bud, dogwoods, beauty berry, azaleas, rhododendron, hosta, daylilies, snowball viburnum, pachysandra, daisies, leucothoe, 3 varieties of hydrangea. Other outbuildings and ground amenities include a cedar wood and tool shed, and a separate climate-controlled pantry/storage building with shiplap walls and ceiling and LPV flooring. Across the central driveway on the second tract lies a prime buildable site overlooking the meadow and stream, offering tremendous potential for a multi-generational estate or a primary residence with the existing cabin as a private guest retreat. The meticulously maintained home combines classic Cabin character with thorough modern updates, featuring wide-plank wood floors, 3/4 inch solid knotty pine beadboard paneling, Andersen windows, a metal roof, and a screened porch overlooking the natural surroundings. The curb appeal continues to the front porch with ramp access, which opens to the foyer. The great room has exposed beams and a charming stone fireplace with an original cooking hook. Recently completed is the fully renovated kitchen equipped with KraftMaid Reserve cabinetry, quartz countertops, and premium GE Cafe appliances (five-year warranty prepaid). The layout is wonderfully comfortable, offering a main-level primary suite and tile bath, and two guest rooms and a tile bath on the second level, each with windows that offer a tree house view of the surrounding beauty. Backed by high-end infrastructure, including a whole-house Generac generator with a buried 500-gallon propane tank, an encapsulated crawl space with a dehumidifier, private well, and a robust Trane HVAC system, this property, with a long-term maintenance contract in place, delivers a true turnkey mountain sanctuary. This is one you must see! Located just minutes from the dining and shopping of downtown Clayton and the recreation of Lakes Burton, Rabun, Seed, Tallulah Gorge State Park, and the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River, this property offers the ultimate legacy getaway in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains.

383 Bull Frog Lane, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Poss Realty.

$1,600,000
5 Beds 3 Baths 10806070 MLS
Imagine summers on one of Northeast Georgia's most sought-after lakes, where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the water and evenings end around the glowing copper fire pit after a day on Lake Burton. Offered fully furnished, this fee-simple waterfront retreat is truly move-in ready, making it equally appealing as a private family getaway or an established vacation rental investment. Set on approximately 0.70 acres in a peaceful no-wake cove, the home features five bedrooms, three full baths, a private dock, plentiful parking, and room for covered dry boat storage beneath the carport. Enjoy the convenience of walking just 0.2 miles to Anchorage Marina and 0.3 miles to Farmhouse Market, while downtown Clayton's restaurants, shopping, and entertainment are only 10 minutes away. Designed for effortless lake living, the home offers exceptional indoor-outdoor spaces. The oversized screened porch serves as a true outdoor living room-large enough for dining, gathering with friends, or even sleeping on cool mountain evenings, just as classic lake homes were meant to be enjoyed. A covered outdoor dining area on the main level makes al fresco meals easy, while two additional open decks provide multiple places to relax. One deck offers beautiful sunset views across the lake, creating the perfect setting for evening cocktails or watching boats drift by. The current owners have thoughtfully enhanced the property with a beautifully rebuilt wood-burning fireplace featuring a stone surround, a custom outdoor entertaining area with a copper fire pit, string lights, and gravel seating area, new pine flooring in both king bedrooms, fresh interior paint throughout, quartz kitchen countertops with stainless steel appliances, a Pottery Barn bath vanity, designer lighting, finished basement updates, mature Rustic Countryside landscaping, and outdoor recreation equipment including badminton, beach tennis, and cornhole. The sale includes nearly everything needed to begin enjoying the home immediately, including beds, linens, televisions, living room furnishings, dining furniture, lamps, rugs, bookcases, console tables, and a fully stocked kitchen (excluding outdoor furniture and a small list of personal items). With its current vacation rental permit and dock permit already in place, this property offers exceptional flexibility for personal enjoyment and income potential. The private dock easily accommodates a pontoon boat, and the quiet cove offers a peaceful setting with wonderful neighbors and minimal boat traffic. Conveniently located approximately 100 miles from Buckhead, 40 miles from Cashiers, 30 miles from Highlands, 20 miles from Sautee, and 15 miles from Dillard, this is an ideal mountain-lake escape within easy reach of several of the Southeast's most desirable destinations. Whether you're searching for a place where family traditions will be made for generations or an investment that begins working for you on day one, this Lake Burton retreat delivers the rare opportunity to have both.

422 Timpson Cove Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Beacham & Company.

$599,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 10770938 MLS
This property captures Rabun County at its finest. Previously owned by a songwriter whose hits were recorded by Kenny Rogers, George Jones, and Tammy Wynette, the home sits directly along the edge of a beautiful trout stream. Two additional spring fed creek branches wind through the property, feeding fish ponds and nourishing a productive garden area framed by mature rhododendrons. The residence itself is rustically charming, a truly unique blend of styles featuring a two story log and stone cabin thoughtfully built into a multi level structure with beam accents and generous additions. Standing seam metal roofing covers the entire home, while screened porches, carports, and creekside stone paths create inviting spaces to enjoy the surroundings. As the last house on the road, it offers wonderful privacy with paved access via one of the best Forest Service roads in the area. From here, it is a short distance to impressive waterfalls and trout fishing on Darnell Creek, a rifle range tucked three miles into the woods, and continued access to the Bartram Trail and Warwoman Wildlife Management Area. A three bay garage, equipment pole barn, and fully functional workshop provide outstanding space for storage, projects, and hands on work. Down by the water, a pavilion creates the ideal spot to gather with friends or simply unwind. This has been a well loved mountain home filled with character and stories, yet its layout and setting invite fresh possibilities whether as creative studios, a base for hiking adventures, or a gathering spot for motorsports enthusiasts.

544 Darnell Creek Road, Rabun Gap

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Town & Country.

$3,199,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 10735184 MLS
400 Timpson Cove Rd., Lake Burton offers the rare combination of a FEE SIMPLE property and a 3 Slip boathouse in a location convenient to just about everything. It's a (very) short walk to Anchorage Marina and its new restaurant, 1967. Also walking distance is the Farmhouse Market and the Lake Burton Cafe. The town of Clayton, with its wonderful complement of shopping, restaurants and other services is only about a 10-15 minute drive and the Waterfall Club is a 5 minute drive. The house is a true Lake House with two levels, a loft and natural light everywhere. Enter the main level from the covered porch just off the drive court and two car garage, into the massive great room with cathedral ceiling, natural wood finishes, stone fireplace and an open concept design incorporating the kitchen and dining area. Overlooking the lake is the relaxing deck to enjoy the views down Timpson Cove and towards Charlie Mountain. Together the great room and deck make a fabulous layout for entertaining. The master bedroom is also on this main level with his and hers walk-in closets. Its ensuite features two vanities, an oversized shower and a separate claw foot tub. From the great room take the open stairs up to the loft and you will find an area with lake views that could serve multiple purposes along with the second bedroom and a full bath. The finished lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a generous storage area and a large rec room that could serve many uses. Its adjacent covered deck provides access to the lake front and boathouse. Yes, the boathouse has 3 boat slips, all with lifts. Additionally there is a personal watercraft lift installed on the side. The partially covered upper level features a large open sun deck. Also, parking is plentiful with room for several cars in the drive court and garage, as well as the gravel parking area along the lake front. High speed internet service is available from Truvista or Tmobile.

400 Timpson Cove Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Lake Homes Realty LLC.

$1,695,000
7 Beds 7 Baths 10726455 MLS
Experience the pinnacle of mountain living on this extraordinary 5.75-acre estate situated at a rare 3,300-foot elevation, offering crisp air and cool summers. The grounds are a masterpiece of native landscaping featuring established rhododendrons and azaleas surrounding two private ponds fed by a cascading stream and waterfall. A short walk leads to the trailhead for Rabun Bald (Georgia's second-highest peak), offering access to thousands of acres of National Forest and the historic Bartram Trail. Enjoy stunning western sunsets over the valley and direct views of Rabun Bald from your own private "walkabout" yard. Whether it's s'mores by the firepit, fishing in your own ponds, or hitting the links at the nearby Sky Valley Golf Course, this is luxury living that feels like year-round summer camp. A paved driveway leads to an impressive drive-through porte-cochere and grand mahogany and wrought iron entrance. Inside, the home reveals the unmatched craftsmanship of Gillespie's Cabinet Shop throughout. The chef's kitchen features a massive "stand-up" height island with a built-in appliance lift and professional-grade appliances, including a 48" six-burner gas cooktop, KitchenAid double convection ovens, a commercial-size refrigerator/freezer, and a built-in ice machine. Designed for longevity and accessibility with a wheelchair ramp, the main floor hosts a spacious Master Suite with fireplace, a Guest Suite, home office, sewing room, and a formal dining room with a built-in buffet. Upstairs features three large suites-two with private bonus rooms and lofts. The daylight basement is an entertainer's dream, featuring a guest suite, bunk room, and dedicated spaces for a home theater, gym, and billiards, all opening to a lower porch with a hot tub overlooking the waterfall. The basement level also includes a massive 5-car garage, workshop, and storage, while a separate driveway serves a dedicated covered RV parking spot. NEW ROOF & NEW HEAT PUMP (DEC 2025). Situated adjacent to Sky Valley, (Rabun County Taxes only!) with mountain views and cool temperatures and just minutes from snow tubing, the alpine coaster, zip-lining (Highlands Outpost and Highlands Aerial Park) premier dining of Highlands, Clayton, Dillard, Sky Valley, High Holly Vineyard, wonderful Julep Farms and #18 ranked school in the nation for 2022, Rabun Gap Nacoochee School. 15 minutes to Highlands and 20 minutes to Clayton. You'll never want to leave!

115 Dam Lake Drive, Dillard

Listing courtesy of Poss Realty.

$1,400,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 10644380 MLS
This is an unparalleled, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the first private property at the headwaters of the Tallulah River, nestled against the Southern Nantahala Wilderness at 2800 feet elevation. While the property parcel itself is less than an acre, it boasts rare ownership of **both sides of the Tallulah River** and shares a common boundary with the Southern Nantahala Wilderness, providing an absolute sanctuary of unparalleled privacy, seclusion, and raw nature. Enjoy end-of-road privacy bordering the wilderness area and pristine, direct TROUT stream frontage. For buyers seeking a larger footprint, the owner also has additional adjacent land with existing structures that can be purchased in tandem with this property to create an ultimate mountain compound. The main residence is a completely rebuilt, circa 1940s cabin (approx. 1,500 sq ft, 2BD/2BTH) transformed into an Appalachian-style jewel box, sitting literally only a few steps from the river's edge as well as US Forest Land and miles of hiking trails taking you to the Appalachian Trail at Deep Gap and Standing Indian Mountain. The home features breathtaking 200+ year-old, hand-hewn Eastern hemlock beams, custom heart pine cabinetry from repurposed cotton mill floorboards, and a pre-Civil War Antebellum brick kitchen backsplash. Over 100 tons of local basin river rock stone are integrated throughout, including retaining walls, the foundation surround, a towering stone fireplace built with prehistoric valley river basin boulders, and Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired patios. The property also features a riverside hot tub, an outdoor stacked stone fireplace/smoker, an artesian well, a screened sleeping porch, and a deep, private swimming hole accessed via your own custom swinging bridge. Seller encourages offers. Furnishings negotiable.SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. DETAILED FEATURE SHEET AVAILABLE.

2965 Tate City Road, Clayton

Listing courtesy of Poss Realty.

$3,700,000
3 Beds 5 Baths 10599853 MLS
A RARE LAKE RABUN ESTATE Own a remarkable piece of Lake Rabun's history with this extraordinary 1.36-acre lakefront property. Tucked away at the end of a private road, this one-of-a-kind estate boasts MORE THAN 406 FEET OF LAKEFRONT SHORELINE WRAPPING AROUND A DEEP-WATER PENNINSULA in one of the lake's largest basins. The original mid-century U-shaped brick ranch, designed and built in the late 1960s with local materials and craftsmanship, welcomes you with a stone-paved courtyard and enchanting raised rock garden. Inside, vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, locally milled paneling, handcrafted shelving, and a massive mountain-stone fireplace create timeless warmth. Walls of windows and oversized sliding doors capture sweeping panoramic lake views, opening to a covered wraparound patio with multiple seating areas. The kitchen-highlighted by its own brick-front cooking fireplace, handcrafted cabinetry with leaded glass, and expansive prep space-overlooks the lake. Accommodations include a main-level master suite with dressing room, a private-entry guest suite with lakeview deck, and a spacious one-bedroom terrace-level apartment with full kitchen, living room with fireplace, and walk-out patio. Additional spaces include a two-car carport with full bath and deck (designed for easy guest suite conversion) and a large heated workshop with water and electricity. Stone steps lead to the shoreline, where a 2010 double-decker, two-slip boat dock with lifts awaits. The upper level offers both screened and open sections with ceiling fans, TV mount, sun deck, and jump platform. The property also retains its original swim dock with rock steps into the lake. Georgia Power has previously approved plans for possible expansion of lake-level decking and swim docks, creating opportunity for even larger gatherings. Lovingly cared for through the decades, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, unmatched shoreline, and breathtaking views. Whether you choose to restore its mid-century character, update with modern luxury, or design a brand-new lakefront retreat, this estate represents an extraordinary opportunity on Lake Rabun. Known for its crystal-clear waters, majestic mountain backdrop, and warm, close-knit community, Lake Rabun is the perfect setting for a truly remarkable lakefront lifestyle. Agent is part owner.

120 Pinto Lane, Lakemont

Listing courtesy of Virtual Properties Realty.com.

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