357 Goldmine Trail, Ellijay, GA 30536

About this home

Experience exceptional RIVERFRONT living in this beautifully crafted custom home, ideally situated on the popular Cartecay River. Offered fully furnished, the property also includes a detached two-car garage. The inviting great room features a dramatic wall of windows, a gas-log fireplace, and doors opening to an open porch overlooking the river. The well-appointed kitchen showcases an oversized island, exotic granite countertops, a built-in desk, and an adjoining dining area with charming window seats. Just beyond, a screened porch with a hot tub creates year-round relaxation. Custom trimwork throughout adds warmth, character, and craftsmanship. A spacious laundry room that also serves as a mudroom, along with a convenient half bath, completes the main living area. The enormous main-level primary suite is a private retreat, featuring its own sitting area, fantastic river views, a generously sized bath, and a walk-in closet. Upstairs, two private en-suite bedrooms each feature custom window seating, while an enclosed loft provides an ideal home office or flexible bonus space. The terrace level offers a finished family room and full bath, plus substantial unfinished space that could easily accommodate two additional bedrooms and another bath. Additional highlights include fiber internet, gated security, and a whole-home water filtration system. The fantastic river lot provides easy stepped access to the water, allowing you to fully enjoy the property’s exceptional setting. The Lucky 8 community further enhances the riverfront lifestyle with a scenic walking path along the riverbank, five miles of hiking trails, and catch-and-release fishing for trophy-sized trout. Located just 15 minutes from town, the home is also convenient to area vineyards, orchards, and additional hiking trails—offering the ideal retreat without sacrificing accessibility. An adjacent 1.28-acre lot is available for an additional cost. No short-term rentals in this community.

How this list price compares in Ellijay

• List price is 67% above the Ellijay median list price of $539,950 (336 homes).
• Compared with 335 single-family homes in Ellijay: 67% above the median of $540,000.
• List price per square foot is 10% below the Ellijay median of $260/SF.
• 2 homes for sale in Lucky 8.
• All 336 homes for sale in Ellijay, GA.
• 403 homes for sale in Gilmer 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

Active

Bedrooms

3

Full baths

4

Half baths

1

Living area

3,830 SF

Lot size

1.24 acres

Year built

2001

Levels

Two

Main-level bedrooms

1

Garage spaces

2

Parking

Detached, Garage

Basement

Finished, Full, Partial

Style

Cabin, Craftsman, Traditional

Construction

Concrete, Stone, Other

Roof

Shingle

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Heating

Central, Propane

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric

Fireplaces

1

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Other

Lot

Sloped, Steep Slope, Other

Community

Gated

HOA

$980 annually

Annual tax

$5,830 (2025)

County

Gilmer

Assigned schools

• HighGilmer
• MiddleClear Creek
• ElementaryClear Creek - Gilmer

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