This stunning 4730 sq ft lodge has all the outward charm of a southern mansion in the mountains with huge log beams and a huge inviting entryway. The interior has cathedral ceilings and glass cascading down the side of the home that faces the mountain foliage. With porches accessible from every room but one, it is an entertainer's paradise. This home offers 3-bedroom suites, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a dining area open to a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops from Brazil, solid cherry cabinets, a butler's pantry, and a covered deck complete with an outdoor fireplace and speaker system on the main level. The terrace level suite includes a den, kitchen, bedroom suite, 2 bonus rooms, and screened porch spanning the entire mountainside of the lodge. Lots of storage and spacious closets in the lodge, plus a detached 30x30 garage built in 2014 that has a second story.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
1.3 acresLot Size
$203Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Heather Byers• Keller Williams Realty Partners
This stunning 4730 sq ft lodge has all the outward charm of a southern mansion in the mountains with huge log beams and a huge inviting entryway. The interior has cathedral ceilings and glass cascading down the side of the home that faces the mountain foliage. With porches accessible from every room but one, it is an entertainer's paradise. This home offers 3-bedroom suites, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a dining area open to a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops from Brazil, solid cherry cabinets, a butler's pantry, and a covered deck complete with an outdoor fireplace and speaker system on the main level. The terrace level suite includes a den, kitchen, bedroom suite, 2 bonus rooms, and screened porch spanning the entire mountainside of the lodge. Lots of storage and spacious closets in the lodge, plus a detached 30x30 garage built in 2014 that has a second story.
GAMLS #20029395
Sep 28, 2022
Sold
$925,000
$196/sq ft
Jul 18, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2022
Relisted
—
Jun 27, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2022
Price Changed
$999,900
$211/sq ft
May 18, 2022
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$243/sq ft
Apr 29, 2022
Price Changed
$1,250,000
$264/sq ft
Mar 23, 2022
Listed
$1,290,000
$273/sq ft
NEGBOR #212575
Nov 30, 2012
Sold
$330,000
$70/sq ft
Jul 14, 2011
Listed
$339,000
$72/sq ft
Beautiful Hardwoods and panormanic views line the perfectly manicured drive up to this lodge. This 2838 sq ft lodge (finished living space) has room for expansion with the 1700 square ft unfinished terrace level. This residence has all the outward charm of a southern mansion in the mountains with huge log beams and a huge entry way inviting you to walk in! The interior has cathedral ceilings and glass cascading down one side of the home that faces the mountain foilage and garden like setting. This home offers 3 suites, a butlers pantry, a fine dining kitchen with Granite countertops from Brazil, solid Cherry Cabintes and kenmore elite appliances. Walk out on a patio entertainment area complete with a outdoor fireplace to enjoy the cool mountain evenings.
Public Records
Mar 21, 2005
Sold
$65,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,181 (+32.7%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2024
$2,397 (−3.6%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2023
$2,487 (+53.9%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2022
$1,616 (−36.3%)
$10,800 + $311,190
$321,990
2021
$2,536 (−1.6%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2020
$2,578 (−1.9%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2019
$2,628 (−5.7%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2018
$2,787 (−0.7%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2017
$2,808 (−0.8%)
$10,400 + $176,400
$186,800
2016
$2,829 (+0.9%)
$10,400 + $176,400
$186,800
2015
$2,804 (−2.6%)
$10,400 + $149,627
$160,027
2014
$2,878
$10,400 + $153,377
$163,777
Tax history for 540 Shepherds Rdg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,181 (+32.7%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2024
$2,397 (−3.6%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2023
$2,487 (+53.9%)
$10,800 + $362,772
$373,572
2022
$1,616 (−36.3%)
$10,800 + $311,190
$321,990
2021
$2,536 (−1.6%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2020
$2,578 (−1.9%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2019
$2,628 (−5.7%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2018
$2,787 (−0.7%)
$10,800 + $174,272
$185,072
2017
$2,808 (−0.8%)
$10,400 + $176,400
$186,800
2016
$2,829 (+0.9%)
$10,400 + $176,400
$186,800
2015
$2,804 (−2.6%)
$10,400 + $149,627
$160,027
2014
$2,878
$10,400 + $153,377
$163,777
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,730
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fannin County
APN
0014 001A1
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Has Garage
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Detached, Parking Pad
Interior
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Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Full: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Beamed Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement: Daylight, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
Room Types: Foyer, Bonus Room, Great Room, Loft, Office
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition, Metal
Construction Materials: Other, Stone
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin, Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: Cabin
Deed Book: 1032
Deed Page: 413
Section: 1
Land Information
Land Lot: 9
Lot Information
Has View
Lot Size Area: 1.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 56628
Lot Size Acres: 1.3
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Private
Plat Page: 2
Building Information
Year Built: 2008
Building Area Total: 4730
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 0014 001A1
Tax Annual Amount: 2567
Tax Year: 2021
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 500
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: East Fannin
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 540 Shepherds Ridge, Morganton GA 30560
City: Morganton
County Or Parish: Fannin
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30560
Country: US
District: 7
Subdivision Name: Shepherds Ridge
Coordinates: -84.177865,34.854537
Directions: From Blue Ridge, take Hwy 76E to R on Hwy 60 @Dunkin Donuts. Turn L at 3-way stop onto 60. Go approx 1.5mi to R to stay on 60. Go 4.8mi to L on Daves Rd. Go 8/10mi to L on Shepherds Ridge. Follow to #540.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,730
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Fannin County
APN: 0014 001A1
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 48
Listing Information
List Price: 999900
Search Price: 925000
Close Price: 925000
Listing Id: 20029395
Original List Price: 1290000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2022-03-29
Close Date: 2022-09-28
Listing Contract Date: 2022-03-23
Purchase Contract Date: 2022-07-16
Off Market Date: 2022-07-16
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Schools
East Fannin Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.4mi
5/10
Fannin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.2mi
7/10
Fannin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
5/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$914,000 – $1.11M
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