Alpenrose Estate is an exceptional 30.9-acre private mountain retreat and waterfall sanctuary in Suches, Georgia, where Canada Creek flows through the heart of the property and cascades over five beautiful, trail-accessible waterfalls. Flowers, shrubs and trees bloom throughout most of Spring and Summer while Fall gives way to bountiful Autumn colors. Lawns, gardens, and creek side meadows make the property a truly rare botanical retreat. More than a luxury mountain estate, Alpenrose offers an experience often compared to having your own private national park. Over many years, the estate has been thoughtfully developed with an extraordinary level of investment in infrastructure, thousands of feet of stonework, trails, landscaping, water features, bridges, water lily pond, roads, outbuildings, and landscape improvements that would be difficult, costly, and time-consuming to replicate today. Surrounded by protected national forest, near Woody Gap and the Appalachian Trail, the estate offers extraordinary privacy while remaining connected to some of North Georgia's most treasured outdoor destinations. Hiking, fishing, biking, wildlife observation, and exploration can all be enjoyed from the property. The property is secluded yet surprisingly close to many popular nearby locations including Helen, Vogel State Park, Smithgall Woods, Dahlonega, Blairsville, Blue Ridge, Cleveland, the Toccoa River, Lake Winfield Scott, the Appalachian Trail, and many others. At the heart of the estate stands a substantial main residence complemented by a separate guest cottage and an impressive collection of purpose-built structures, including pavilions, gazebos, an oversized four-car detached garage, a dedicated shop building, and extensive covered storage. Throughout the estate, thoughtful engineering, enduring craftsmanship, and meticulous stewardship are evident in every major structure and landscape feature. Photographs and videos can only hint at the true character of Alpenrose Estate. Those who experience the property in person are often left speechless by its rare combination of natural beauty, privacy, and tranquility. Many who tour the property discover features and qualities impossible to fully appreciate through photographs alone. Showings by appointment only. Currently scheduling showings for October 16th - October 26th, 2026. Furnishings, decor, and equipment may be available for separate purchase. Although designed as a private estate residence, Alpenrose is also well suited as a family compound, corporate retreat, luxury bed-and-breakfast, mountain resort, wellness destination, or distinctive event venue. Additional photographs, videos, and detailed property information are available.
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Price cut: $800K (9/22)
$5,500,000
230 Woodside Ln, Suches, GA 30572
11beds
10,715sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
30.91 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$513/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Water lily pondSeparate guest cottageOversized four-car detached garageSubstantial main residenceWaterfall sanctuaryWater featuresFive beautiful trail-accessible waterfalls
- 120 days
- 2,062
- 211
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa P Lask 678-687-5965,
Chapman Hall Realtors Alpharetta
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10776284
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 12
- Full bathrooms: 10
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Library, Media Room, Office
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Country Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Hall
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Master On Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Cellar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Stone
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Bath Finished,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,715
- Total interior livable area: 10,715 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,686
- Finished area below ground: 3,029
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Carport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Storage
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Veranda, Water Feature
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Creek, Pond, Private
- Body of water: None
- Frontage type: Borders US/State Park
Lot
- Size: 30.91 Acres
- Features: Level, Pasture, Private, Waterfall
- Residential vegetation: Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Gazebo, Greenhouse, Guest House, Other, Outbuilding, Outdoor Kitchen, Second Garage, Second Residence, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 063 001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Country/Rustic,European
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal,Other,Tile
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None/30.91 Acres
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Suches
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $513/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,322,260
- Annual tax amount: $10,037
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 120 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Price change | $5,500,000-12.7%$513/sqft |
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| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $6,300,000-7.4%$588/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,800,000$635/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,037 -3.6% | $928,904 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $10,412 -3.2% | $915,420 +0.5% |
| 2023 | $10,755 +13.8% | $910,784 +28% |
| 2022 | $9,447 +13.4% | $711,616 +23.8% |
| 2021 | $8,328 +59.4% | $574,760 +55.8% |
| 2020 | $5,224 +0.1% | $368,917 |
| 2019 | $5,218 +2% | $368,917 |
| 2018 | $5,118 +0.1% | $368,917 |
| 2017 | $5,113 | $368,917 |
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Neighborhood: 30572
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Woody Gap
- Middle: Woody Gap
- High: Woody Gap
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.