561 Cartecay Trace, Ellijay, GA 30536
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers
Listed by: erin olivier678-938-1312
Office: atlanta fine homes sotheby's international
MLS#:7712981
Source:FIRSTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$210.79
About this home
Tucked away on 8+/- private acres, this magical mountain retreat is a rare blend of authentic farmhouse character, thoughtful craftsmanship, and serene natural beauty. Surrounded by private trails, a tranquil water feature with koi pond, and long-range mountain views, this property offers a peaceful escape that feels both artsy and timeless. The main farmhouse welcomes you with rustic cedar siding, a sweeping wraparound front porch, and a metal roof that complements the natural setting. Inside, vaulted and beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, skylights, and walls of windows flood the home with light and views of the property. The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen, featuring a massive island, quartz countertops, farmhouse sink, Bertazzoni oven with statement vent hood, new refrigerator, drawer dishwasher, microwave, white cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, and a wall pantry-perfect for gathering and entertaining. A walk-in pantry with a professional Frigidaire side-by-side refrigerator and dedicated coffee station adds both function and charm. The dining area showcases a stone gas fireplace beneath vaulted ceilings and skylights, while the oversized family room is wrapped in windows and anchored by another gas fireplace and soaring beamed ceiling. An office, powder room, mudroom, and laundry room complete the main level. The primary suite on the main level is a true retreat, offering a beamed ceiling, private access to the front porch, and a beautifully updated bath with soaking tub, glass shower, double vanity, marble flooring, and a huge walk-in closet. Upstairs, two bedrooms and a bonus room-each with three closets and vaulted ceilings-share a full bath, providing flexible space for guests, family, or creative use. Adding to the property's uniqueness is a three-car garage with workshop space and a charming studio apartment above. This private space features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, kitchenette, laundry, a full bath with antique vanity and glass shower, cozy fireplace, lookout windows, and a screened porch where you can look at the mountains in the distance-ideal for guests, rental income, or an inspiring creative studio. Outdoor living is just as exceptional, with wood decks, a hot tub/lap pool combination, greenhouse, covered RV parking, driveway and parking for 6+ guests, and a full wood shop beneath the home. Every detail has been designed to honor the land while creating a quiet, beautiful, and soulful getaway. This is more than a home-it's a private mountain sanctuary, rich in character, peaceful by nature, and truly one of a kind. Bed/bath count includes the one bedroom/one bath studio apartment....
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Home facts
- Year built:2000
- Listing ID #:7712981
- Updated:March 31, 2026 at 07:17 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Dining Description:Open Concept, Seats 12+
- Bathrooms Description:Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
- Kitchen Description:Cabinets White, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry Walk-In, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
- Bedroom Description:Master on Main, Split Bedroom Plan
- Living area:4,744 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal
- Year built:2000
- Building area:4,744 sq. ft.
- Lot area:8.13 Acres
- Lot Features:Back Yard, Private, Wooded
- Architectural Style:Farmhouse, Rustic
- Construction Materials:Cedar, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Garden, Private Yard
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Gilmer
- Middle school:Clear Creek
- Elementary school:Gilmer - Other
Utilities
- Water:Well
- Sewer:Septic Tank
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$210.79
- Tax amount:$5,516 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer
- Amenities:Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer 2 Story, Gas Water Heater, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:6
- Parking description:1 Carport Space(s), Carport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Level Driveway, RV Access/Parking
- Garage spaces:3
- Carport spaces:1
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