156 Thundering Waters Drive, Cornelia, GA 30531

About this home

*$15,000 Buyer Incentive towards upgrades, cc, sales price, anyway you want it!* Rare opportunity to own this one-of-a-kind custom-built ranch chalet nestled on 1.86 private acres overlooking breathtaking views of mature hardwoods and a picturesque babbling creek! This exceptional 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features an in-ground pool, abundant parking, and a convenient kitchen-level garage. Inside, you'll find soaring cathedral ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a wall of windows showcasing the incredible backyard views. The open kitchen is equipped with Viking stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, stained cabinetry, gas cooktop, pot filler, vent hood, double wall ovens, and a wine fridge, dining room, office work space, coffee bar, built in pantry cabinet and large walk-in pantry. The spacious owner's suite offers built in storage with two closets, a large walk-in closet, double vanities, garden tub, and separate shower. Split bedroom plan with guest wing offering two addition guest bedrooms, full bathroom, and laundry mud room. The finished terrace level includes a second stone fireplace, rec/game room, bedroom, full bath, theater room, storage/craft room, boat garage, workshop space, and ample storage—perfect for multi-generational living or guests. Step outside to your own private retreat featuring a sparkling pool, expansive upper deck and lower patio, and peaceful creekside setting ideal for entertaining, grilling, or simply relaxing. Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Cornelia, shopping, dining, Ingles, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham, and sought-after schools. Enjoy easy access to Chimney Oaks Golf Club, Lake Russell Recreation Area, Lake Burton, Tallulah Gorge State Park, Helen, and the Chattahoochee National Forest. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or exceptional short-term rental opportunity, this home offers the very best of North Georgia living. Schedule your private tour today! Special Buyer Incentives Available! Qualified buyers may choose a 1-year temporary interest rate buydown (1% below market rate) or a closing cost credit at no cost to the buyer, courtesy of Mark Baker with SWBC Mortgage.

How this list price compares in Cornelia

• List price is 55% above the Cornelia median list price of $413,365 (28 homes).
• Compared with 28 single-family homes in Cornelia: 55% above the median of $413,365.
• List price per square foot is 14% below the Cornelia median of $186/SF.
• All 28 homes for sale in Cornelia, GA.
• 147 homes for sale in Habersham County.

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type

Single-family home

Status

Pending

Bedrooms

4

Full baths

3

Half baths

1

Living area

3,995 SF

Lot size

1.86 acres

Year built

1998

Levels

One

Main-level bedrooms

3

Garage spaces

3

Parking

Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway, RV Access/Parking, Storage

Basement

Boat Door, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry

Style

Chalet, Ranch

Construction

Cedar, Stone, Wood Siding

Roof

Composition

Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl

Heating

Central, Forced Air

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric

Fireplaces

2

Appliances

Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator

Pool

In Ground

Lot

Back Yard, Creek On Lot, Front Yard, Private, Stream or River On Lot, Wooded

HOA

No

Annual tax

$79 (2024)

County

Habersham

Assigned schools

• HighHabersham Central
• MiddleSouth Habersham
• ElementaryLevel Grove

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.