If you are seeking a charming and nostalgic Lake Burton cabin, or are an investment-minded buyer, look no further! This 4-bedroom, 2 and a half bathroom cabin abuts the Oakey ATV Trail and national forrest, making it a dream for outdoor enthusiasts. Aptly nicknamed "Laurel Lodge," the property is surrounded by an abundance of natural mountain laurel. A level driveway welcomes you home with easy car and RV parking. Step inside, the open living and dining room to enjoy cozy evenings with a book by the masonry, wood-burning fireplace. An expansive screened porch seamlessly blends the interior with its natural environment. Savor a morning cup of coffee while the sunrise twinkles through the trees. Step down to the fire pit for evenings spent around the fire while taking in seasonal views of Lake Burton (with selective tree trimming). The main level is complete with a kitchen and half bathroom. Upstairs, 4 bedrooms with seasonal porches and 2 full bathrooms ensures comfort and privacy for family and guests. Located only a mile to the entrance of the Oakey ATV trail, less than a 5 minutes from Blue Canoe, less than 10 minutes to LaPrade's Marina, Moccasin Creek State Park, and 25 minutes to Downtown Clayton and Downtown Clarkesville.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
3.07 acresLot Size
$202Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sarah Gillespie• Mountain Sotheby's International
Bought with James Allison• Leading Edge Real Estate LLC
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 2597 Burton Dam Road, Clarkesville GA 30523
City: Clarkesville
County Or Parish: Rabun
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30523
Country: US
Subdivision Name: NONE
Coordinates: -83.567603,34.791564
Directions: FROM CLAYTON: Take HWY 76W to a LEFT onto Charlie Mountain Rd. Take a RIGHT onto Bridge Creek rd. Take a RIGHT onto Burton Dam Rd. In approximately 2 miles the property will be on your LEFT.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,776
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Rabun County
APN: LB09 027
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 17, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 41
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Conditions: As Is
List Price: 375000
Search Price: 358535
Close Price: 358535
Listing Id: 10816922
Original List Price: 375000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-07-31
Close Date: 2026-08-20
Due Diligence Date: 2026-08-12
Listing Contract Date: 2026-07-31
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-08-02
Off Market Date: 2026-08-02
Around this home
Schools
Rabun County Primary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 9.1mi
Rabun County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.7mi
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Rabun County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
7/10
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Clarkesville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$361,000 – $436,000
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