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Property Description
Welcome to your private lakefront and mountain retreat in the exclusive Lake Buckhorn community-an intimate enclave centered around a pristine 15-acre spring-fed lake, just minutes from the charming mountain towns of Blue Ridge and Ellijay. Surrounded by natural beauty and offering easy access to premier hiking trails, the Benton MacKaye Trail, fine dining, boutique shopping, and world-class trout fishing, this is North Georgia living at its finest. This authentic 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom true log cabin offers 1,374 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with breathtaking lake and mountain views. Positioned directly on the water, it features rare, immediate lake access-perfect for fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding right from your backyard. The main level welcomes you with a soaring vaulted great room, floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace, and a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring stainless KitchenAid appliances, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. A spacious dining area, full bath, laundry room, and expansive screened porch with tranquil lake views complete the main level. Upstairs, a private master suite awaits with a full bath and walk-in closet. Outdoor living is truly exceptional. Enjoy a covered hot tub and grilling area with bistro lighting, a lakeside firepit for cozy evenings, and a swing nestled by the shore. Professionally landscaped grounds offer privacy and natural beauty. Additional features include covered parking, a detached workshop, and a garden shed. Offered fully furnished and turnkey, this one-of-a-kind property is ideal for full-time living, a luxury second home, or a high-demand vacation rental.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17 S Nicholas Way
General
- Sold For: $720,000
- HOA FEE: $111
- Taxes: $3,635 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10522642
- Added to Site: 285 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Sun Room
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Other, Pull-Down Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Family Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms-Up1: 1
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Pantry
- Laundry: Common Area, Other
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Hot Tub
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gas Grill
Parking
- Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Off-Street, Side/Rear Entrance, Storage
Location
- County: Gilmer
- Driving Directions: From Ellijay: Highway 515 N. 6 miles; TL on Whitepath. From Blue Ridge: Highway 515 S. TR on Whitepath. Follow Whitepath to the end, TR onto Boardtown. Go 1.7 miles and turn left onto Jones Creek (at the Lake Buckhorn sign). Take first left onto Thomas and turn right onto Nicholas Way South at the stop sign. The home will be the first home on the left after the turn. SIP
School Information
- Elementary School: Ellijay Primary/Elementary
- Middle School: Clear Creek
- High School: Gilmer
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds, Other, Private Roads
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Wood
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Country/Rustic, Other
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: One and One Half
- Living Area: 1,374 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,374 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,374 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2015
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.88
- Lot Size Range: .88
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Other, Private
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: Lake Buckhorn
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: Yes
- Association Fee: $111
- Tax Amount: $3,635
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Covenants/Restrictions
- Section: 2
- Lot Number: 160
- Block/Lot/Section: 2
Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker High Country
Sold by Coldwell Banker High Country
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Schools
Schools serving 17 S Nicholas Way
School District:Gilmer County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ellijay Elementary School 32 McCutchen Street, Ellijay, GA 30540 | PK-5 | 6.9 mi |
Clear Creek Elementary School, Ellijay, GA 901 Clear Creek School Road, Ellijay, GA 30536 | PK-5 | 12.2 mi |
Clear Creek Middle School 346 Clear Creek School Road, Ellijay, GA 30536 | 6-8 | 12.2 mi |
Gilmer High School 408 Bobcat Trail, Ellijay, GA 30540 | 9-12 | 8.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 17 S Nicholas Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Sold
$720,000
-2.7%
MLS
10/10/2025
Price Reduced
$740,000
-2.48%
MLS
9/22/2025
Price Reduced
$758,800
-1.45%
MLS
9/03/2025
Price Reduced
$770,000
-1.91%
MLS
8/11/2025
Price Reduced
$785,000
-1.86%
MLS
6/06/2025
Price Reduced
$799,900
-1.12%
MLS
5/28/2025
Price Reduced
$809,000
-1.22%
MLS
5/15/2025
Listed
$819,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
17 S Nicholas Way, Ellijay, GA 30540 (MLS# 10522642) is a Single Family property that was sold at $720,000 on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 17 S Nicholas Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Ellijay? You can browse all Ellijay real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

