197 Smith Hill Rd Unit 139,140, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
About this home
Turnkey STR Investment or Private Mountain Retreat - Cherry Lake Community. Discover this story telling enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom fully furnished cabin in the desirable Cherry Lake community, where rustic charm meets modern comfort on just under 2 private wooded acres. Perfect as a personal getaway or a proven short-term rental income property, this home offers both lifestyle and investment appeal. The exterior boasts a durable metal roof, wood siding with stone accents, and a spacious concrete driveway with parking for up to five vehicles plus a two-car carport-ideal for hosting family and guests. Step inside to soaring windows that fill the home with natural light, a well-equipped kitchen, cozy dining area, and inviting living space. The main level features a guest bedroom, full bath, and convenient laundry. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a jetted garden tub with a rain shower above and additional washer/dryer hookups. Outside, enjoy three expansive decks, a relaxing hot tub, two fire pit areas, and a fun game room-all designed for entertaining and guest enjoyment. Additional features include a Generac generator, low HOA fees ($300/year for road maintenance), and access to Cherry Lake. Just 17 minutes to Blue Ridge and 20 minutes to Ellijay, this cabin is ideally situated for year-round rental demand. Whether you're seeking a tranquil mountain retreat or a high-performing STR, this Cherry Log gem delivers both lasting memories and strong rental returns.
Unparsed Address: 197 Smith Hill Road # 140, Blue Ridge GA 30513
Unit Number: 139,140
City: Blue Ridge
County Or Parish: Gilmer
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30513
Country: US
District: 7
Subdivision Name: Cherry Lake
Coordinates: -84.388919,34.818374
Directions: From Ellijay - take 515 North to LEFT onto Joann Sisson. Follow this road, go over a bridge, cross train tracks and stay left. When you come to a big brown and green sign, turn RIGHT on Cherry Lake Drive: Continue going up until pavement ends. Take the first LEFT AFTER you see the sign on the right for Ascherman Rd. You will see a sign for Cohutta Mtn Rd, take the first RIGHT on Smith Hill Rd. Last cabin on Left. SIP
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Gilmer County
APN: 3104E 139
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 31, 2024
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Photos Count: 41
Listing Information
Attribution Contact Phone: 7062762500
Has Home Warranty
Listing Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
List Price: 449900
Search Price: 425600
Close Price: 425600
Listing Id: 10602975
Original List Price: 449900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2025-09-11
Close Date: 2025-12-10
Due Diligence Date: 2025-11-13
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-11
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-11-03
Return To Market Date: 2025-10-30
Off Market Date: 2025-11-03
Around this home
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Transit
Ellijay Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.9mi
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Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.7mi
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Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.5mi
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 99° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$481,000 – $582,000
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