This magical mountain retreat is located right between the locally famous sliding rock and Lake Burton! You are right around the corner from LaPrades Marina, shop & restaurants! Escape to this charming and rustic cabin that literally is steps away from a fabulous trout stream (both sides of the stream) that it is crystal clear with water that is music to the senses! The property backs up to US Forestry Land for immense privacy and offers lovely views of a valley pasture, the mountains and of course the rushing stream right at your back door! There is fabulous multi level custom locust and laurel wood porches overlooking the stream that are accessible from the main level as well as the owners suite upstairs. There is a huge stone fireplace in the great room with wood stove, as well as a second fireplace in the main bedroom. Open kitchen and dining space open up to the great room. There are a total of three bedrooms. Ample outdoor seating on the banks of the stream offers a perfect place to cast and catch your dinner! This could be a perfect short term rental if desired, with approved permit or just a fabulous mountain or fishing getaway! Property will convey fully furnished so can it be ready for immediate enjoyment! Gated access ensures privacy!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$383Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Westmoreland• Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Bought with Jennifer Westmoreland• Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
This magical mountain retreat is located right between the locally famous sliding rock and Lake Burton! You are right around the corner from LaPrades Marina, shop & restaurants! Escape to this charming and rustic cabin that literally is steps away from a fabulous trout stream (both sides of the stream) that it is crystal clear with water that is music to the senses! The property backs up to US Forestry Land for immense privacy and offers lovely views of a valley pasture, the mountains and of course the rushing stream right at your back door! There is fabulous multi level custom locust and laurel wood porches overlooking the stream that are accessible from the main level as well as the owners suite upstairs. There is a huge stone fireplace in the great room with wood stove, as well as a second fireplace in the main bedroom. Open kitchen and dining space open up to the great room. There are a total of three bedrooms. Ample outdoor seating on the banks of the stream offers a perfect place to cast and catch your dinner! This could be a perfect short term rental if desired, with approved permit or just a fabulous mountain or fishing getaway! Property will convey fully furnished so can it be ready for immediate enjoyment! Gated access ensures privacy!
Hive MLS #CL339291
Jan 8, 2026
Sold
$550,000
$346/sq ft
Jan 7, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 26, 2025
Contingent
—
Sep 5, 2025
Listed
$695,000
$438/sq ft
GAMLS #10361878
Sep 5, 2025
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2025
Price Changed
$750,000
$472/sq ft
Oct 9, 2024
Price Changed
$799,000
$503/sq ft
Sep 17, 2024
Relisted
—
Aug 27, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2024
Listed
$949,000
$598/sq ft
NEGBOR #412717
May 15, 2025
Price Changed
$750,000
$472/sq ft
Aug 20, 2024
Listed
$799,000
$503/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 2003
Sold
$224,000
$141/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1984
Sold
$38,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,409 (+39.1%)
$16,318 + $75,300
$91,618
2024
$1,013 (−2.3%)
$16,318 + $75,300
$91,618
2023
$1,037 (−0.9%)
$8,349 + $54,773
$63,122
2022
$1,046 (+7.4%)
$7,590 + $51,232
$58,822
2021
$975 (+4.0%)
$7,590 + $49,578
$57,168
2020
$937 (−0.7%)
$7,590 + $44,386
$51,976
2019
$944 (−0.4%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2018
$947 (+4.3%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2017
$909 (−0.3%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2016
$911 (+0.8%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2014
$904
$7,590 + $39,119
$46,709
Tax history for 605 W Wildcat Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,409 (+39.1%)
$16,318 + $75,300
$91,618
2024
$1,013 (−2.3%)
$16,318 + $75,300
$91,618
2023
$1,037 (−0.9%)
$8,349 + $54,773
$63,122
2022
$1,046 (+7.4%)
$7,590 + $51,232
$58,822
2021
$975 (+4.0%)
$7,590 + $49,578
$57,168
2020
$937 (−0.7%)
$7,590 + $44,386
$51,976
2019
$944 (−0.4%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2018
$947 (+4.3%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2017
$909 (−0.3%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2016
$911 (+0.8%)
$7,590 + $40,736
$48,326
2014
$904
$7,590 + $39,119
$46,709
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,588
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rabun County
APN
LB02 064
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Feb 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Front Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
Roof: Metal
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Stream
Has View
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : 0.69
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.69
Zoning: A
Zoning Description: Single Family
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,013
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Rabun
Middle Or Junior School: Rabun
High School: Rabun
Location Information
Directions: From Clarkesville take 197, go past Laprades and the fire station take a left onto W. Wildcat and continue to 605 which will be on the left- cross over the meadow to the home. From Clayton take HW 76 W to left onto Highway 197, go past Moccasin Creek park and then turn right onto W. Wildcat.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,588
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Rabun County
APN: LB02 064
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Athens Area Association of REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Rabun County Primary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 10.3mi
Rabun County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 9.8mi
7/10
Rabun County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.7mi
7/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 98° expected this year, 22 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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Clarkesville, GA • 30523
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$579,000 – $700,000
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