19R Settlement, Ellijay, Georgia

Description

This site has long-range sunrise mountain views to the east and borders the 75-acre Creek Preserve, a community park and gathering place with a stone pavilion and fireplace, a mile of Anderson Creek, and the two-mile Ridge Loop Trail beside Anderson Creek, four spring creeks and passes the historic pioneer homestead sites of the Anderson and Mulkey families.. In Anderson Creek Retreat, a 1,200 acre mountain community adjoining 867,000 acre Chattahoochee National Forest. Site has extraordinary views to the N & E across the Cartecay Valley to Springer Mountain, the 4,000 foot ridges of Rich Mountain Wilderness. Building site has mature hardwoods and easy access to the Creek Preserve on the Laurel Springs offering access to miles of trails, creekside pavilion, inspiring views, a first class trout stream, spring creeks, & nineteenth century homestead ruins. Conservation easements w/ the Georgia Land Trust protect more than 130 acres as community greenspace. Sensible architectural guidelines encourage smart architecture & regional styles. Sound covenants protect long-term values. Anderson Creek Retreat, a rare find for outdoor enthusiasts.

Directions: 515 to Hwy 52 East. Go 6.1 miles to a left on Roy Road. Continue 6.6 miles to stop sign at Old Bucktown Road (Mooney's Grocery). Turn right on Old Bucktown and continue 1.37 miles, to Spring Camp Road on Right. This is entrance to Anderson Creek Retreat. Sales office is on the left next to the barn/stables. Follow Spring Camp Rd for 1.1 mi. to left at Creek Camp Rd. Follow Creek Camp Rd for .5 mi. to right at Tanager Trail. Turn right on Settlement Trail. Lot on right.