Welcome to your private mountain hideaway, tucked into the serene landscape of Yahoola Valley just 15 minutes from downtown Dahlonega. This charming log cabin, nestled on a full acre that borders the National Forest, offers an exceptional blend of seclusion and natural beauty. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting layout with two bedrooms and one full bath, making it perfect for a small family, weekend retreat, or peaceful full-time residence. The eat-in kitchen is a cozy spot for meals, offering a front-row seat to the mountain views just outside the window. Built in 1999, the home maintains its rustic charm while providing the durability of a metal roof. The real showstopper, however, is the outdoors. THIS VIEW!!!! Wake up to sweeping mountain views, enjoy the peaceful forest as your backyard, and at night, marvel as the twinkling lights of Dahlonega glow in the distance. Whether you are sipping coffee on the porch or heading out for a hike right from your property line, this cabin offers the ultimate North Georgia mountain retreat.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$383Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by KRISTIE KING ELLIS• Walden & Co Realty
Contact: 706-864-0146
Bought with Chandley Green• Keller Williams Realty Community Partners
Source:FMLS #7647255
Redfin Estimate
$327,815
$7,815 since sold in March 2026$10K since October
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This home's estimate is 5.3% higher than the average sale price ($311K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to your private mountain hideaway, tucked into the serene landscape of Yahoola Valley just 15 minutes from downtown Dahlonega. This charming log cabin, nestled on a full acre that borders the National Forest, offers an exceptional blend of seclusion and natural beauty. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting layout with two bedrooms and one full bath, making it perfect for a small family, weekend retreat, or peaceful full-time residence. The eat-in kitchen is a cozy spot for meals, offering a front-row seat to the mountain views just outside the window. Built in 1999, the home maintains its rustic charm while providing the durability of a metal roof. The real showstopper, however, is the outdoors. THIS VIEW!!!! Wake up to sweeping mountain views, enjoy the peaceful forest as your backyard, and at night, marvel as the twinkling lights of Dahlonega glow in the distance. Whether you are sipping coffee on the porch or heading out for a hike right from your property line, this cabin offers the ultimate North Georgia mountain retreat.
FMLS #6109872
Apr 3, 2019
Sold
$144,000
$168/sq ft
Dec 13, 2018
Listed
$149,500
$175/sq ft
This mountain cabin is located right in the heart of the North Georgia mountains. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Dahlonega in the Yahoola Valley region, it is the perfect mountain getaway. It has a 30 mile unobstructed mountain view, and the Christmas lights of the Dahlonega square are visible at night. This one acre tract backs up to national forest, giving the owner direct access from the property.
GAMLS #8498575
Apr 3, 2019
Sold
$144,000
$168/sq ft
Dec 13, 2018
Listed
$149,500
$175/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,833 (−2.9%)
$23,584 + $78,383
$101,967
2024
$1,889 (+7.6%)
$23,584 + $63,591
$87,175
2023
$1,755 (+18.2%)
$21,440 + $58,866
$80,306
2022
$1,484 (+11.3%)
$20,038 + $54,570
$74,608
2021
$1,333 (+0.5%)
$16,698 + $43,256
$59,954
2020
$1,327 (+43.6%)
$16,001 + $34,286
$50,287
2019
$924 (+2.9%)
$7,273 + $27,436
$34,709
2018
$898 (+1.9%)
$7,273 + $24,366
$31,639
2017
$880 (+15.1%)
$7,273 + $23,164
$30,437
2015
$765 (+5.4%)
$7,273 + $20,058
$27,331
2014
$726
$7,273 + $20,266
$27,539
Tax history for 434 Emerald Rdg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,833 (−2.9%)
$23,584 + $78,383
$101,967
2024
$1,889 (+7.6%)
$23,584 + $63,591
$87,175
2023
$1,755 (+18.2%)
$21,440 + $58,866
$80,306
2022
$1,484 (+11.3%)
$20,038 + $54,570
$74,608
2021
$1,333 (+0.5%)
$16,698 + $43,256
$59,954
2020
$1,327 (+43.6%)
$16,001 + $34,286
$50,287
2019
$924 (+2.9%)
$7,273 + $27,436
$34,709
2018
$898 (+1.9%)
$7,273 + $24,366
$31,639
2017
$880 (+15.1%)
$7,273 + $23,164
$30,437
2015
$765 (+5.4%)
$7,273 + $20,058
$27,331
2014
$726
$7,273 + $20,266
$27,539
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
856
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lumpkin County
APN
056 047
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Main
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
TaxLegalDescription: LOT #2 1.00 AC LL 1105 LD 11-1
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Heat Pump
Water Source: Shared Well
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Cottrell
Middle Or Junior School: Lumpkin County
High School: Lumpkin County
Location Information
Directions: Highway 19 North to left on Ridley Road to end, Left on Yahoola Road, Left onto Walnut Valley at bridge, take a left onto Yahoola Trace, Follow to Right on Emerald Ridge at the top of the hill, continue to stay left on Emerald Ridge to the house on the Right.
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Frontage Type: Easement, Private Road
Lumpkin - GA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 856
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Lumpkin County
APN: 056 047
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
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Schools
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Lumpkin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • 4.9mi
5/10
Lumpkin County High School
Public 9-12 • 4.1mi
7/10
Chestatee Christian Academy
Private PreK-4 • 2.5mi
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$312,000 – $377,000
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