A one of a kind, custom designed luxury log home on top of the east brow of Lookout Mountain. The concept behind this home was to create a warm, friendly and fun place for family and friends to gather from all parts of the country. The property is gated and provides an abundance of privacy still offering panoramic views within the 8,700 square feet home on 7.75 acres. The gourmet kitchen with top end commercial appliances will surpass any chefs desires. Designed as the center for family gatherings and entertaining with the latest kitchen trends and conveniences, it is a chefs dream. Special Amazon Green granite countertops and center island, a stone surround Vulcan Stove with 6 burners and two ovens, a best in class True Refrigerator/Freezer, two Bosch dishwshers, a Miele true Europe convection oven, a Temp-Cast baking pizza oven and beverage center are just a few feature you will experience in this comfortable design. The states on Georgia, Tennesse and Alabama converge on Lookout Mountain and you are but 45 minutes to Chattanooga and 100 miles NW of Atlanta. Very easy access to Nashville and Birmingham. The area offers many outdoor activities including hiking, rock climbing, Rock City, Ruby Falls and Cloudland Canyon. The newest bonus is the McLemore Resort just 15 miles north offering word class golf, as highlighted being awarded the best finishing hole in the US. McLemore also has a top tier restaurand and under construction is a 280 room resort hotel. The house as well as the area has so much to offer, come visit CABIN IN THE CLOUDS.
A one of a kind, custom designed luxury log home on top of the east brow of Lookout Mountain. The concept behind this home was to create a warm, friendly and fun place for family and friends to gather from all parts of the country. The property is gated and provides an abundance of privacy still offering panoramic views within the 8,700 square feet home on 7.75 acres. The gourmet kitchen with top end commercial appliances will surpass any chefs desires. Designed as the center for family gatherings and entertaining with the latest kitchen trends and conveniences, it is a chefs dream. Special Amazon Green granite countertops and center island, a stone surround Vulcan Stove with 6 burners and two ovens, a best in class True Refrigerator/Freezer, two Bosch dishwshers, a Miele true Europe convection oven, a Temp-Cast baking pizza oven and beverage center are just a few feature you will experience in this comfortable design. The states on Georgia, Tennesse and Alabama converge on Lookout Mountain and you are but 45 minutes to Chattanooga and 100 miles NW of Atlanta. Very easy access to Nashville and Birmingham. The area offers many outdoor activities including hiking, rock climbing, Rock City, Ruby Falls and Cloudland Canyon. The newest bonus is the McLemore Resort just 15 miles north offering word class golf, as highlighted being awarded the best finishing hole in the US. McLemore also has a top tier restaurand and under construction is a 280 room resort hotel. The house as well as the area has so much to offer, come visit CABIN IN THE CLOUDS.
Public Records
Mar 19, 2021
Sold
$950,000
$109/sq ft
FMLS #5522147
May 12, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 10, 2015
Listed
$2,650,000
$305/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,943 (−4.5%)
$7,640 + $329,200
$336,840
2024
$6,223 (−6.6%)
$7,640 + $329,200
$336,840
2023
$6,661 (+7.9%)
$4,120 + $326,640
$330,760
2022
$6,175 (+38.8%)
$17,936 + $236,138
$254,074
2021
$4,449 (−4.8%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2020
$4,673 (−2.5%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2019
$4,794 (+7.5%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2018
$4,460 (−3.2%)
$17,936 + $143,821
$161,757
2017
$4,608 (+13.6%)
$17,936 + $140,731
$158,667
2016
$4,057 (+5.8%)
$17,936 + $140,731
$158,667
2014
$3,835
$17,936 + $125,652
$143,588
Tax history for 30833 Highway 157
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,943 (−4.5%)
$7,640 + $329,200
$336,840
2024
$6,223 (−6.6%)
$7,640 + $329,200
$336,840
2023
$6,661 (+7.9%)
$4,120 + $326,640
$330,760
2022
$6,175 (+38.8%)
$17,936 + $236,138
$254,074
2021
$4,449 (−4.8%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2020
$4,673 (−2.5%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2019
$4,794 (+7.5%)
$17,936 + $149,192
$167,128
2018
$4,460 (−3.2%)
$17,936 + $143,821
$161,757
2017
$4,608 (+13.6%)
$17,936 + $140,731
$158,667
2016
$4,057 (+5.8%)
$17,936 + $140,731
$158,667
2014
$3,835
$17,936 + $125,652
$143,588
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.36 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
4,211
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chattooga County
APN
0001400000014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Features: Double Vanity
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Pantry
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Other Room
Basement Information
Basement Features: Full, Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Recreation Room, Gas
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric, Geothermal
Interior Features
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Open Floorplan
Appliances: Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Gas Range, Double Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log, Stone
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 6,300
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,400
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other
Lot Size Area: 7.75
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 7.75
Lot Size Dimensions: 7.75 ACRES
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,556
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Menlo Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: Summerville Middle School
High School: Chattooga High School
Location Information
Directions: From Chattanooga proceed through St. Elmo and then right at GA hwy 136 caution light and proceed up the highway then left on GA Hwy 157 for 20 miles and the entrance to the house will be on the left.
Topography: Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,211
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Chattooga County
APN: 0001400000014
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Home Information
Living Area: 8700
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 8700
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Menlo Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
5/10
Chattooga High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
5/10
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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
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Menlo, GA • 30731
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.41M – $1.71M
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