Picturesque, private 18 acre equestrian paradise in Ball Ground. Key location just 3 minutes off 575 exit 24! View gorgeous sunsets from the front porch as your horses graze in the pasture and deer cross through at dusk, or from your own personal riding arena! Are you a hunter? There are deer, turkey, & rabbits all over. Set back from the road down a 1/4 mi driveway easement, this gorgeous property feels like a rural getaway. Updated & well-maintained 2003 Satterwhite log home 3/2 1600 sq ft w/wraparound porch and westward views. Restained fall 2018, new roof fall 2018, all-new HVAC and ductwork spring 2019, radiant heat system throughout. New interior paint and updates spring 2019. 2019 SS appliances in Kitchen with granite counters and gas range. A terrific cooks space and great home for entertaining! Wood paneled fireplace is the focal point of the cozy Great Room. Fenced side yard & cool playset/zip-line, producing fruit trees too. 84x40 concrete block barn features 9 12x14 stalls w/windows, mats, and Dutch doors. Concrete aisle, ceiling fans, wash stall, 2 grooming stalls, tool room w/fridge, tack room w/tack lockers & 1/2 bath, feed room. Adjacent 19x52 equipment/hay storage. 12x36 shedrow barn has 2 more 12x12 matted stalls & a grooming stall, or close it in for another stall! 192x80 outdoor arena with m10/riversand footing, mirror, lights, & vinyl fencing. Adjacent viewing platform for guests to watch. 100x50 covered arena w/equipment storage. Approx 14 acres fenced, cross fenced in 4 large pastures & 2 paddocks close to house/barn. New, high quality low maintenance RAMM polywire & White Lightning top line fencing installed 2020 over most of pastures & paddocks, the back pasture is horse-safe rubber fence. Award-winning schools! APPT ONLY!
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
18.01 acresLot Size
$650Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christina Abernathy• Keller Williams Realty Partners
Listed by BRUCE SWANSON• Keller Williams Realty Partners
Bought with PENNY CLENDANIEL• Keller Williams Realty Partners
Source:FMLS #6909341
Redfin Estimate
$1,040,617
$186K since sold in August 2021$21K since August
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This home's estimate is 151.2% higher than the average sale price ($414K) of 6 comparable homes.
Picturesque, private 18 acre equestrian paradise in Ball Ground. Key location just 3 minutes off 575 exit 24! View gorgeous sunsets from the front porch as your horses graze in the pasture and deer cross through at dusk, or from your own personal riding arena! Are you a hunter? There are deer, turkey, & rabbits all over. Set back from the road down a 1/4 mi driveway easement, this gorgeous property feels like a rural getaway. Updated & well-maintained 2003 Satterwhite log home 3/2 1600 sq ft w/wraparound porch and westward views. Restained fall 2018, new roof fall 2018, all-new HVAC and ductwork spring 2019, radiant heat system throughout. New interior paint and updates spring 2019. 2019 SS appliances in Kitchen with granite counters and gas range. A terrific cooks space and great home for entertaining! Wood paneled fireplace is the focal point of the cozy Great Room. Fenced side yard & cool playset/zip-line, producing fruit trees too. 84x40 concrete block barn features 9 12x14 stalls w/windows, mats, and Dutch doors. Concrete aisle, ceiling fans, wash stall, 2 grooming stalls, tool room w/fridge, tack room w/tack lockers & 1/2 bath, feed room. Adjacent 19x52 equipment/hay storage. 12x36 shedrow barn has 2 more 12x12 matted stalls & a grooming stall, or close it in for another stall! 192x80 outdoor arena with m10/riversand footing, mirror, lights, & vinyl fencing. Adjacent viewing platform for guests to watch. 100x50 covered arena w/equipment storage. Approx 14 acres fenced, cross fenced in 4 large pastures & 2 paddocks close to house/barn. New, high quality low maintenance RAMM polywire & White Lightning top line fencing installed 2020 over most of pastures & paddocks, the back pasture is horse-safe rubber fence. Award-winning schools! APPT ONLY!
FMLS #3625737
May 30, 2008
Sold
$662,800
$414/sq ft
Jan 3, 2008
Listed
$675,000
$422/sq ft
18 ACRE HORSE FARM WITH 9 STALL BARN, OUTDOOR RIDING RINK (200X78) AND COVERED RIDING RINK (50X100), RIDING TRAIL,OWNERS PRIVATE TACK ROOM, TACK ROOM WITH BATHROOM, FENCED PROPERTY WITH FIVE SEPARATE FENCED PASTURES, BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN VIEWS, 3 BR, 2 BA LOG CABIN WITH RADIANT HEAT FLOOR, WOOD STOVE,
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,445 (−1.2%)
$88,720 + $215,000
$303,720
2024
$5,513
$88,720 + $215,000
$303,720
Tax history for 559 Bishop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,445 (−1.2%)
$88,720 + $215,000
$303,720
2024
$5,513
$88,720 + $215,000
$303,720
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
18.01 Acres
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
1,600
Year built
2003
Style
Ranch
County
Cherokee County
APN
14N20 154 A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
AG
General Agricultural District
The purpose of this district is to maintain the integrity of agricultural activities predominate in the rural area of Cherokee County. Within the district, the subdivision of land for suburban development is discouraged, while agriculture and livestock production are strongly encouraged in order to maintain the rural character of these areas. On-site sales should be limited to live animals, plants and produce that have been raised on the property, unless this Ordinance specifically provides for limited related commercial activities for particular uses. This district is intended for the development of large lot dwelling, single family for sale detached residential subdivisions and for sale communities. Includes two-acre dwelling, single family, for sale, lots or larger.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Fire house
Police station
Marina
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Nov 9, 2023 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Other
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen,Stone Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Other
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,600
Construction Materials: Log
Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry
Roof: Ridge Vents, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Vinyl, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Wrap Around
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Stable(s), Other
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Horse Amenities: Arena, Barn, Corral(s), Hay Storage, Stable(s)
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: Doors, Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Creek
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Clayton
Middle Or Junior School: Teasley
High School: Cherokee
Location Information
Directions: GPS, DO NOT DRIVE DOWN DRIVEWAY WITHOUT APPT
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Cherokee - GA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,600
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 18.01 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Cherokee County
APN: 14N20 154 A
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Clayton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
Teasley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
Cherokee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ball Ground, GA • 30107
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$989,000 – $1.20M
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