Walnut Mountain Real Estate

Walnut Mountain Real Estate

Welcome to Walnut Mountain, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque hills of Ellijay, Georgia. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern convenience, making it the perfect place for those seeking a serene lifestyle surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the North Georgia mountains.

Walnut Mountain is characterized by its lush forests, rolling hills, and stunning mountain views that change with the seasons, creating a picturesque backdrop for your daily life. As a resident, you’ll enjoy access to a wealth of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to fishing and kayaking in the nearby rivers and lakes. The community is designed to foster a close-knit atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and families can create lasting memories.

The subdivision features a variety of home styles, from cozy cabins to spacious family homes, catering to diverse preferences and budgets. Many properties boast expansive decks and large windows that invite the beauty of nature indoors. With well-maintained roads and amenities, Walnut Mountain is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle choice.

Located just a short drive from downtown Ellijay, residents can easily access local shops, restaurants, and seasonal festivals that celebrate the area’s rich culture and heritage. Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat or a permanent residence, Walnut Mountain offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.

Discover the enchanting allure of Walnut Mountain, where your dream home awaits amidst the splendor of Georgia’s scenic landscapes. Experience the warmth of community living in a setting that feels like a vacation every day!

Newest Listings in Walnut Mountain

Come build your full-time home or your very own weekend getaway in the North Georgia Mountains! This beautiful, half-acre lot is lightly wooded with a gentle slope surrounded by natural beauty. Walnut Mountain is a sought-out, Gated community in the heart of the North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains that offers extensive amenities! From four fishable lakes plus the Turniptown Creek flowing through the community, to a large community Pool, Tennis Courts, Hiking Trails Picnic areas, a Clubhouse and much, much more! Just a short 7 mile drive to adorable Downtown Ellijay where you will find shopping, restaurants, pubs, and entertainment! This area is surrounded by wineries, spectacular views, apple orchards, and creeks to tube or kayak down making it an ideal area for outdoor adventures. Blue Ridge is just a 25 minute drive and Amicalola State Park is a 30 minute drive. Bring your builder and build anytime. No time limit to build. Get your slice of mountain-living heaven today!

Q24 Goldmine Drive, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of GA Realty LLC.

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10845889 MLS

Wake up to mountain views and wind down with the sunset at this beautifully maintained Ellijay cabin, where thoughtful design and three levels of living create the perfect mountain retreat. The main level welcomes you with an open-concept living space, hardwood floors, a gas log fireplace, and large windows framing the surrounding landscape. Step outside onto the expansive back deck to take in layered mountain views, while the side deck offers eastern views giving you a front-row seat to both sunrise and sunset. The spacious upper-level primary suite offers a private escape with its own covered deck, while the terrace level is designed for gathering, entertaining, and relaxing with a generous family room, large TV, wet bar, mini refrigerator, hot tub, and abundant storage. A long farmhouse-style bench and table on the main level provide plenty of room for family and guests to gather around the table after a day exploring the mountains. With maple and cherry hardwood flooring, tile primary shower, double vanities, tasteful furnishings, window shades, and laundry on the main level, this home blends comfort with the ease of mountain living. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or proven rental opportunity, this one is ready to be enjoyed.

917 Walnut Ridge, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Mountain Sotheby's International.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10841091 MLS

"The home is stunning." "The cabin is an absolute gem." "The views you will have from the living room or back porch are breathtaking." "Wonderful all around!" The reviews speak for themselves and tell the story of the experience waiting for you at this turnkey/fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath mountain home with stunning year-round views. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental with nothing but glowing reviews, this "rare find" is ready to continue as an investment or become a full-time residence or personal mountain getaway. The home features a spacious main-level primary bedroom and newly renovated full bath, along with a warm and inviting living area where large windows bring the mountain setting inside. Step out onto the expansive deck with plenty of room for dining, lounging, and evenings gathered around the fire table. An additional flex space off the carport offers more versatility and would make a fantastic bunk room, game room, home office, or kids' retreat. The finished terrace level offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath, providing plenty of space and privacy for family and guests, along with an additional living room with direct access to the back patio. From there, settle into the hot tub for a front-row seat to the mountain sunsets. Set on a double lot totaling more than an acre, the property offers added privacy and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. A flat driveway and two-car carport make coming and going just as easy and relaxing as being at the cabin. Located in Walnut Mountain, one of Ellijay's most desirable gated mountain communities, tucked beneath a beautiful canopy of mature trees and surrounded by abundant wildlife. The community offers paved roads, walking trails, streams, a community pool, tennis courts, and more. Guests have plenty to say about the location, too: "The location was perfect-peaceful, private, and surrounded by amazing views that made it easy to relax and unwind." "The house was located in a great neighborhood that was off from the city but close enough to still do everything in Ellijay and Blue Ridge." "We loved staying in a gated community that had its own walking trails and community pool. One walking trail is right up the road!" While clearly loved by its guests, this cabin has been loved even more by its owners. It has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully improved throughout their ownership, including a brand-new roof, a beautifully renovated bathroom, and personal touches throughout. It is as move-in ready as they come, and the photos capture only a fraction of the mountain charm, easy living, privacy, and convenience this home offers. One guest summed it up best: "We were so absolutely blown away by our trip and experience staying at this 'slice of paradise' at Walnut Mountain." Whether you're looking for a proven short-term rental where you won't have to lift a finger, a full-time mountain home, or a getaway of your own, this is a special place that will check every box-and then some. Some homes simply need to be experienced in person, and as one guest put it, "The home and its surroundings are even better than the photos-pictures honestly don't do it justice!" Come experience it for yourself-schedule a showing today!

778 Walnut Mountain Road, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart.

Soil Test(PERC) available on request. This lot could be built with a slab, crawl space or basement for a house. Power is within feet from front corner of lot to the left and water line is within feet from the right front corner of lot.

34 Laurel Ridge Drive, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Realty of America.

Discover the opportunity to own a beautiful vacant lot in the desirable Walnut Mountain community of Ellijay! Located in the Laurel Ridge section, Lot 64 offers the perfect setting to build your mountain getaway, vacation home, or full-time residence. Enjoy the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings of North Georgia while being conveniently located near downtown Ellijay, shopping, dining, wineries, hiking, and outdoor recreation. Walnut Mountain is a gated community offering a true mountain lifestyle. Bring your builder and your vision and make this property your own!

South Lake Drive, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Virtual Properties Realty.com.

Discover the opportunity to own a beautiful vacant lot in the desirable Walnut Mountain community of Ellijay! Located in the Laurel Ridge section, Lot 65 offers the perfect setting to build your mountain getaway, vacation home, or full-time residence. Enjoy the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings of North Georgia while being conveniently located near downtown Ellijay, shopping, dining, wineries, hiking, and outdoor recreation. Walnut Mountain is a gated community offering a true mountain lifestyle. Bring your builder and your vision and make this property your own!

South Lake Drive, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Virtual Properties Realty.com.

Perfect lot to build your dream cabin in the quiet community of Walnut Mountain. Long range mountain views with clearing. Community features include a swimming pool, tennis courts, lake, campground, and hiking trails. Motivated seller, bring all offers.

Mountain View Court, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of High Country Reserve.

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10825002 MLS

Mountain Charm Meets Lakefront Living in Walnut Mountain Take a look at this meticulously maintained lakefront home located in the sought-after gated community of Walnut Mountain in beautiful Ellijay, Georgia. Surrounded by wooded privacy and beautiful views, this exceptional property captures everything there is to love about North Georgia mountain living. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the warm, inviting cabin feel. Pine flooring flows throughout the main level, while the spacious family room features a beautiful stone fireplace and built-in bookcase. The charming kitchen offers a beamed ceiling, an island, quartz counters, abundant cabinetry, and a retro-style gas range that adds the perfect touch of character. Filled with natural light, the sunroom doubles beautifully as a home office and overlooks the peaceful wooded surroundings. The completely renovated primary suite is conveniently located on the main level and features an updated private bath. You will enjoy the 2 car garage on main equipped with an EV charger. Upstairs, you'll find two additional spacious bedrooms, each offering an incredible three closets-an unexpected amount of storage rarely found in a mountain home. The finished terrace level provides even more room to relax, entertain, or accommodate guests. Enjoy a second family room with a wood-burning heater, an additional bedroom and full bath, plus one of the home's most unique features-the former safe room has been transformed into a fun and inviting brew pub! Outdoor living is truly a highlight. The expansive terrace-level deck features a gorgeous stone fireplace, outdoor kitchen, plenty of room for entertaining, and even a dedicated covered area for your smoker. Don't forget the fire pit area over looking the lake! It's the perfect setting for cool mountain evenings, weekend gatherings, and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds you. Walnut Mountain offers a true mountain lifestyle with gated access, swimming pool, tennis, hiking trails, and beautiful lakes for fishing and canoeing. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or mountain retreat, this special lakefront home offers the perfect combination of comfort, character, privacy, and outdoor living in the heart of Ellijay. Short term rentals are allowed and this home is being sold furnished. (List of items that remain will be provided.

427 N Lake Drive, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Lindsey & Pauley.

148 FEET OF ROAD FRONTAGE | COMMUNITY WATER | SURVEY & PERC TEST COMPLETED | ALL-PAVED ROAD ACCESS | GATED WALNUT MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY - Don't miss this build-ready opportunity in one of Ellijay's most sought-after gated mountain communities! This beautiful 0.56-acre wooded lot offers 148 feet of road frontage, community water, a completed survey, and a successful perc test, saving you thousands in upfront costs and making it easier to start building your dream home. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment property, this lot is ready for your vision. Enjoy all-paved road access and Walnut Mountain's outstanding amenities, including a gated entrance, Olympic-size swimming pool, clubhouse, four private lakes, hiking & nature trails, tennis & pickleball courts, picnic areas, campground, playground, Turniptown Creek access, and abundant wildlife. Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Ellijay, you'll have easy access to restaurants, shopping, wineries, apple orchards, hiking trails, river activities, and all the outdoor adventures North Georgia is known for. Homeowners age 65 & older may also qualify for the Gilmer County school tax exemption. Lots with community water, completed surveys, and perc tests are becoming increasingly difficult to find-don't miss your chance to own this exceptional mountain property!

J208 Pine Ridge Road, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Town & Country.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10818475 MLS

MOUNTAIN LIVING MEETS STORYBOOK CHARM! Creekside serenity, mountain views, and unforgettable outdoor spaces define this exceptional Ellijay cottage escape. Meticulously maintained is an understatement! This thoughtfully curated property showcases extensive upgrades & beautifully designed outdoor spaces that elevate this one of kind home. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the impressive hardscaping, new retaining wall, walking paths, appointed landscape lighting, fencing, & lush natural surroundings. An expansive upper deck & back porch provide the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing in the hot tub, or taking in the views. The inside exudes warmth & charm with rich hardwood floors, inviting living space, & new kitchen cabinets. Every detail has been carefully maintained & thoughtfully enhanced. The upstairs owner's retreat is full of character featuring warm wood accents, inviting natural light with a peaceful atmosphere with an ensuite bathroom. New sliding glass door to the deck creates a seamless extension of the exquisite space. Rarely does a property combine this level of care, outdoor living, & authentic cabin life in one of Ellijay's most desirable gated communities. A few highlights for you; ceramic tiled bathroom floors, outdoor workshop/outbuilding with hardy board, equipped with electricity & a lean to, plumbing insulated in crawl space, new solid wood front door, all new screens, digital thermostat, all updated outside fixtures, air purifier installed & all new ceiling fans to name a few things. This has been the seller's labor of love, they adore it & it shows.

747 Mountain Oak Road, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Town & Country.

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10805983 MLS

This well-maintained 2BR/1BA cabin in Walnut Mountain is 1200 sq. ft. of charming mountain living surrounded by beautiful forest and would make an awesome vacation home. This country rustic home packs a lot of living space into its layout, with every nook made useful. The living room features a vented wood burning fireplace for those cozy winter nights, and the kitchen and dining area are nearby for a close family or social atmosphere. The full basement is finished, with a family / game room, laundry closet, under-stairs closet, and utility / owner's closet. The covered patio has a soothing hot tub, and the main level deck has a table for outdoor breakfasts or dining, with a view of the little stream that runs at the bottom of the property. There is a trail that leads to a sitting area, also with a view of the stream, which is guarded by a (mostly) friendly Bigfoot. Walnut Mountain is a private gated community and offers a lot of amenities, such as a swimming pool, club house, tennis courts, playground, dog park, hiking trails, campground, and access to several lakes.

341 Valley View Road, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Engel & V?lkers North GA Mountains.

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10779911 MLS

The Red Carpet has been rolled out for you in the upper altitudes of this beautiful cabin in Ellijay, Georgia! Be the first to premiere this beautiful Mountain Cabin with built-in Movie Theater Room! Critics will all agree, this property will be an award winner! Take out your Compass and let it point you to Walnut Mountain, an all-encompassing property with endless outdoor amenities to allow you to reach the apex of fun and relaxation in the Appalachian Mountains. As you enter the approximately 1,100 +/- acre, deed-restricted, gated community, you travel to higher altitudes on well manicured and paved roads which display breathtaking views at every turn. After ascending Walnut Mountain and viewing plentiful wildlife, babbling brooks, and stunning vistas, you finally arrive at 549 Sleepy Hollow Road; an amazing multi-level cabin perched atop of a paved driveway surrounded by tranquility and nature. Unpack your bags because it is Showtime! The Cabin: Conveys Fully Furnished and Turn-Key Built in 2007 and Underwent Renovations in 2018 Above Grade Living Area: Approximately 1,817 square feet, which includes a Loft Below Grade Finished Area: Approximately 1,280 square feet Below Grade Unfinished Area Approximately 100 square feet (tankless hot water heater,hvac, storage closets, etc) Approximately 919 square feet of deck space overlooking amazing mountain scenery and site of the Grill and Hot Tub Approximately 180 square feet of Covered Porches 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms on the Main Level The Master Bedroom has a walk out covered screened in porch with gas fireplace and a walk-in closet. Master Bath has Dual Vanity Sink Laundry Closet on Main (Washer and Dryer also Convey) Spacious Living Area has stone gas fireplace, updated kitchen with island, walk in pantry, and 2 sets of French doors leading out onto the deck. Permanent stairs take you up to the Loft where 2 Beds and 2 Couches are currently used as an entertainment/sleeping area As you go down the steps toward the Finished Basement with Walk out Terrace, the cabin transforms into an entertainment center. Below Grade Finished Basement includes: Arcade Machine, Pool Table, Wet Bar, TV, Bar, Seating, Two more French Doors leading onto a graveled sitting area Bonus Room with closet and TV which leads to another FULL Bathroom. Note this room is a Bonus Room and Not a Bedroom because it does not have windows Full Bathroom includes large open shower with overhead shower nozzle as well as a traditional nozzle. Dual Vanity Sink. Closet. Large Theater Room with 7 Leather Recliners, Approximately 13 ft Screen with Projector, High Quality 9 speaker Soundsystem, Gaming Consoles with Games, Popcorn Machine, DVD/Blue Ray Movies. Large Propane Tank Separate HVAC for each level. Decorated with taste in a Mountain Theme Wildlife The Amenities on the Grounds of Walnut Mountain POA: Olympic Sized Swimming Pool 4 Stocked Lakes Waterfalls/Creeks/Streams Miles of Hiking Trails Fitness Center Tennis Court Pickleball Court Basketball Court Picnic Areas Playground Clubhouse Campgrounds Services of Walnut Mountain POA: Secure Gated System Paved Roads Mail Kiosks Trash Dumpsters Community Water System What to do in and around Ellijay: 8 minutes to Downtown Ellijay 20 Minutes to Blue Ridge 30 Minutes to Amicalola Falls Fort Mountain State Park Carters Lake Cohutta Overlook Wineries Vineyards Apple Picking Tubing Zip Lining Dining Less than 15 minutes from a Hospital with an ER Horseback Riding Possible Uses: Primary Residence Vacation Home Short Term Rentals for Income * Airbnb/VRBO Note - Walnut Mountain is a Deed Restricted Community with a POA Note - *Revenue numbers can be disclosed from short term rentals, as the property has been used as both a vacation home and a source of rental income. Note - Some pictures are of Amenities and do not go with the actual sale of 549 Sleepy Hollow Rd; they are simply meant t

549 Sleepy Hollow Road, Ellijay

Listing courtesy of Mossy Oak Properties Legacy.

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