Amazing river front retreat on Fightingtown creek, one of Georgia's premiere trout streams! Wide, noisy, section of the creek, stocked with trout and surrounded by rhododendron, beautiful hemlocks and mountain laurel with easy access to the water's edge. Recently updated 3 bedroom 3 bath river front escape is close to both historic downtowns of McCaysville and Blue Ridge! Open concept floor plan with updated kitchen appliances, dedicated dining area, oversized great rooms, massive wood burning fireplace, office loft area, and terrace level game room. Large gathering areas for the whole family inside and out. Enjoy the expansive screened in porches or the professionally hardscaped fire pit area to take in the sounds and views of the rushing waters below. Beautifully landscaped, with concrete drive located off a private road with gated entrance. Back-up generator, fiber internet and offered completely turn-key. Close to everything Blue Ridge has to offer, including hiking, Lake Blue Ridge, shopping, dining, healthcare and more. Perfect for full-time living, short term rental investment property, or trophy trout fishing getaway!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
1.21 acresLot Size
$365Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brian White• Ansley RE|Christie's Int'l RE
Bought with Samantha Callihan• Mountain Place Realty
Amazing river front retreat on Fightingtown creek, one of Georgia's premiere trout streams! Wide, noisy, section of the creek, stocked with trout and surrounded by rhododendron, beautiful hemlocks and mountain laurel with easy access to the water's edge. Recently updated 3 bedroom 3 bath river front escape is close to both historic downtowns of McCaysville and Blue Ridge! Open concept floor plan with updated kitchen appliances, dedicated dining area, oversized great rooms, massive wood burning fireplace, office loft area, and terrace level game room. Large gathering areas for the whole family inside and out. Enjoy the expansive screened in porches or the professionally hardscaped fire pit area to take in the sounds and views of the rushing waters below. Beautifully landscaped, with concrete drive located off a private road with gated entrance. Back-up generator, fiber internet and offered completely turn-key. Close to everything Blue Ridge has to offer, including hiking, Lake Blue Ridge, shopping, dining, healthcare and more. Perfect for full-time living, short term rental investment property, or trophy trout fishing getaway!
GAMLS #10152736
May 26, 2023
Sold
$849,900
$409/sq ft
May 10, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 25, 2023
Listed
$849,900
$409/sq ft
NEGBOR #174773
Sep 30, 2008
Sold
$360,000
$173/sq ft
Aug 10, 2008
Listed
$375,000
$180/sq ft
Fightingtown Creek At Its Best! White water and gentle approach! 3 bedroom 3 bath cabin with hot tub. Completely turn key! The creek is just waiting for some floaters!
Public Records
May 6, 2002
Sold
$192,000
$92/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 2000
Sold
$40,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,857 (−1.0%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2024
$1,876 (+15.6%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2023
$1,623 (−1.1%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2022
$1,640 (+38.1%)
$22,637 + $136,503
$159,140
2021
$1,187 (−1.6%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2020
$1,207 (−1.9%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2019
$1,230 (−5.6%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2018
$1,303 (−0.8%)
$22,544 + $62,043
$84,587
2017
$1,314 (+3.9%)
$22,544 + $62,758
$85,302
2016
$1,265 (−9.1%)
$22,544 + $62,758
$85,302
2015
$1,392 (−4.0%)
$19,162 + $59,310
$78,472
2014
$1,450
$13,238 + $68,292
$81,530
Tax history for 700 Wild Water Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,857 (−1.0%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2024
$1,876 (+15.6%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2023
$1,623 (−1.1%)
$22,637 + $182,055
$204,692
2022
$1,640 (+38.1%)
$22,637 + $136,503
$159,140
2021
$1,187 (−1.6%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2020
$1,207 (−1.9%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2019
$1,230 (−5.6%)
$22,637 + $62,043
$84,680
2018
$1,303 (−0.8%)
$22,544 + $62,043
$84,587
2017
$1,314 (+3.9%)
$22,544 + $62,758
$85,302
2016
$1,265 (−9.1%)
$22,544 + $62,758
$85,302
2015
$1,392 (−4.0%)
$19,162 + $59,310
$78,472
2014
$1,450
$13,238 + $68,292
$81,530
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Construction Materials: Concrete, Stone, Wood Siding
Fencing: Fenced
Pool Information
Pool Features: Pool/Spa Combo
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Attached YN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin, Single Family Residence
Structure Type: Cabin
Deed Book: 1420
Deed Page: 675
Section: 2
Land Information
Land Lot: 70
Lot Information
Is Waterfront
Has View
Lot Size Area: 1.21
Lot Size Square Feet: 52707.6
Lot Size Acres: 1.21
Lot Size Source: Other
Lot Features: Level, Private
Frontage Type: River
Waterfront Features: Private
Water Body Name: Fightingtown
Plat Page: 8
Building Information
Year Built: 2002
Building Area Total: 2080
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 0060 E 006
Tax Annual Amount: 0
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well, Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
Other Expenses
Initiation Fee: 0
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 350
Association Fee Includes: Other
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Fannin County
High School: Fannin County
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 700 Wild Water Road, Epworth GA 30541
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30541
Country: US
District: 8
Subdivision Name: Wild Water
Coordinates: -84.387664,34.964555
Directions: From 515/Hwy 5, take Hwy 5 N for 6.9 mi to a left on Old Hwy 5. Take 2nd right on Madola Rd, go 0.6 mi to right on Old Epworth Rd. 1.1 mi to left on Wild Water Rd. Go thru gate 0.7 mi staying to left, driveway on right (shared driveway) - cabin is on Right w/ green metal roof.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,080
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.21 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Fannin County
APN: 0060 E 006
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 44
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Other
Special Listing Conditions: Covenants/Restrictions
List Price: 849900
Search Price: 849900
Close Price: 849900
Listing Id: 10152736
Original List Price: 849900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2023-04-25
Close Date: 2023-05-26
Listing Contract Date: 2023-04-25
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-04-27
Off Market Date: 2023-04-27
Around this home
Schools
West Fannin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Fannin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi
7/10
Fannin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
5/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$723,000 – $875,000
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