Rare opportunity to own a fully furnished riverfront retreat on the beautiful Cartecay River, less than 10 minutes from Downtown Ellijay. Thoughtfully designed for both personal enjoyment and short-term rental use, this turnkey cabin offers direct river access and an incredible setting for enjoying everything North Georgia has to offer. The cabin features a king loft, queen bedroom on the main level, dedicated bunk room, 1.5 baths, and an outdoor shower. Step outside to enjoy the hot tub overlooking the river, fire pit, Blackstone grill, spacious outdoor living areas, and easy access to the Cartecay for tubing, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water. Currently operated as the established Cartecay Castaway vacation rental, the property is being sold fully furnished and ready for its next owner to enjoy from day one. Conveniently located near Downtown Ellijay, apple orchards, wineries, hiking, dining, and shopping. An ideal option for a weekend getaway, second home, or investment property in one of North Georgia’s most desirable mountain destinations.
Active
$779,000
196 Whitewater Path E, Ellijay, GA 30536
3beds
1,005sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1987
0.53 Acres Lot
$750,700 Zestimate®
$775/sqft
$67/mo HOA
What's special
- 5 days
- 1,032
- 39
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jamilee Fagan,
Real McCoy Realty Consultants, Inc. mike.mccoy@callrealmccoy.com
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7830124
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: None
- Level: None
Bedroom
- Features: None
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Dining room
- Features: Dining L, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Masonry
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,005
- Total interior livable area: 1,005 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, Stream or River On Lot
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 3098A 003
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Canoe House
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $800 annually
Location
- Region: Ellijay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $775/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $2,145
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$750,700
$713,000 - $788,000
$2,320/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $779,000+4%$775/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listing removed | $749,000$745/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $749,000-3.9%$745/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $779,000$775/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
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Neighborhood: 30536
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Clear Creek - Gilmer
- Middle: Clear Creek
- High: Gilmer
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






