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196 N Jakes Landing Way, Ellijay, GA 30540

  • 2bd
  • 2ba
  • 2,136SF
  • 1.26ac lot

Single-family homeJakes Landing Overlook

List price

$589,000

$276/SF list

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FMLS IDXFMLS #7828257 · Listing Provided By RE/MAX Town And Country · 706-889-5290 · Listing agent Emily Reece

Location

196 N Jakes Landing Way, Ellijay GA 30540

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About this home

NEW 2026 TRUE LOG CABIN | ACTIVE AIRBNB/STR | $55K–$75K EST. ANNUAL GROSS RENTAL POTENTIAL | TURNKEY/FURNISHED OPTION | MOUNTAIN VIEWS | ALL-PAVED ACCESS | NEAR CARTERS LAKE | 2BR + LOFT | 2BA | BASEMENT GAME ROOM BEING FINISHED! Welcome to 196 Jake's Landing Way N, Ellijay, GA 30540—this BRAND-NEW TRUE LOG CABIN WAS JUST COMPLETED IN MAY 2026 & IS ALREADY OPERATING AS AN ACTIVE AIRBNB/SHORT-TERM RENTAL! Offering the perfect combination of authentic North Georgia mountain charm, modern finishes & INCOME-PRODUCING POTENTIAL, this property is ideal for investors, vacation-home buyers or full-time residents! This TRUE LOG HOME features slight/seasonal MOUNTAIN VIEWS, a freshly stained deck & convenient YEAR-ROUND ALL-PAVED ACCESS. Inside, LUXURY LVP FLOORING runs throughout all finished areas, while the spacious OPEN-CONCEPT LIVING AREA features a GAS-LOG FIREPLACE. The kitchen offers SOFT-CLOSE CABINETRY, TILE BACKSPLASH, STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES & ELECTRIC RANGE. Featuring 2 BEDROOMS + SPACIOUS LOFT & 2 FULL BATHROOMS, the home provides flexible accommodations for owners & vacation guests. The upper-level bedroom features a PRIVATE BALCONY overlooking the peaceful mountain setting, while the loft offers additional sleeping space, office or second living area. EVEN MORE ENTERTAINMENT SPACE IS COMING! The BASEMENT IS CURRENTLY BEING FINISHED INTO A GAME/ENTERTAINMENT ROOM WITH FOOSBALL & MORE, adding another desirable amenity for AIRBNB GUESTS! Additional basement space offers future finishing & storage potential, with electrical & plumbing already installed & the ability to accommodate a separate HVAC zone. Recent improvements include gutters, completed interior/exterior painting & freshly stained deck. INVESTORS—THIS PROPERTY IS ALREADY AN ACTIVE AIRBNB/STR! ESTIMATED ANNUAL GROSS RENTAL POTENTIAL OF $55,000–$75,000, depending on management, pricing, occupancy, amenities & market conditions. Projection is an estimate only, not actual rental history or guaranteed income. Additional potential benefit for qualifying PRIMARY-RESIDENCE BUYERS AGE 65+: Gilmer County offers school-tax/homestead exemptions; verify eligibility with the county. Conveniently located near CARTERS LAKE, TUMBLING WATERS, HIKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WINERIES, CIDERIES, WATERFALLS, TUBING, KAYAKING & FLY FISHING! Whether you're searching for an ACTIVE VACATION RENTAL, SECOND HOME OR FULL-TIME MOUNTAIN RETREAT, this property offers incredible flexibility! TURNKEY/FURNISHED OPTION AVAILABLE—CAN BE SOLD FURNISHED WITH AN ACCEPTABLE $599,000 OFFER! DON'T MISS THIS NEWLY BUILT TRUE LOG CABIN THAT'S ALREADY OPERATING AS AN AIRBNB!

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Home facts

Property type
Single-family home
Status
Active
Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Living area
2,136 SF
Lot size
1.26 acres
Year built
2026
Levels
Three Or More
Main-level bedrooms
1
Parking
Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Basement
Bath/Stubbed, Full, Unfinished
Style
Cabin, Cottage, Country, Craftsman
Construction
Log
Roof
Metal
Flooring
Vinyl
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Lot
Back Yard, Level
Community
Gated, Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway
HOA
$750 annually
Annual tax
$1,066 (2025)
County
Gilmer

Assigned schools

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Estimated monthly payment

$4,139/mo

Principal and interest
$3,641
Property tax
$89
Home insurance
$125
Mortgage insurance
$221
HOA dues
$63
Loan amount
$530,100
Cash down
$58,900

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