52 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA 30536

Rare Creekside Retreat on 0.92 Acres | Year-Round Creek | No HOA | Workshop | Hot Tub | RV Parking | Built in 2018 Wake up to birdsong, peaceful year-round creek views, and complete privacy from this beautifully maintained, move-in-ready home on nearly an acre—offering the perfect balance of homestead-inspired living and modern convenience. This rare find is tucked away on a picturesque 0.92-acre wooded lot with no HOA restrictions, allowing you the freedom to truly enjoy your property. Surrounded by mature trees and backing to a beautiful year-round creek, with no homes behind you, this nature lover's dream offers the privacy, serenity, and connection to nature that are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Built in 2018, this meticulously maintained 1,500-square-foot home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an inviting open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. Step inside and immediately fall in love with the soaring cathedral ceilings and exposed beams that create a dramatic yet welcoming atmosphere throughout the living room, kitchen, dining area, and primary suite. Large windows flood the home with natural light. At the heart of the living room is a stunning oversized gas log fireplace, measuring an impressive 7 feet wide by 5 feet high. Beautifully designed with a striking black slate surround, raised hearth, and a rustic beam mantle, this floor-to-ceiling focal point adds warmth, character, and timeless modern-rustic charm to the home. Whether you're hosting family gatherings or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this showstopping fireplace creates an inviting atmosphere year-round. The heart of the home is the bright and spacious kitchen, complete with high-end newer appliances, generous prep space, and peaceful views of the creek right from the kitchen window. Whether you're preparing meals, hosting family gatherings, or enjoying your morning coffee, you'll appreciate the seamless connection to nature. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and a beautifully designed en suite bathroom with a double vanity, walk-in shower, private toilet area, and two separate closets, providing comfort, convenience, and plenty of storage. Outside is where this property truly shines. Enjoy your morning coffee on the expansive front deck while listening to birds sing, or spend your evenings unwinding on the oversized back deck overlooking the wooded landscape and year-round creek. The back deck features a newer 6-person hot tub spa, creating the perfect place to relax beneath the stars while enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature. For hobbyists, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone needing extra space, this property offers two valuable outbuildings: • 10' x 12’ She Shed — ideal for crafting, gardening, a home office, art studio, reading retreat, or hobby space. • 14' x 32' Workshop — a hard-to-find bonus space large enough for woodworking, a workshop, home gym, man cave, storage, creative studio, or multiple uses at once. The oversized 3-bay carport provides ample covered parking and is tall enough to accommodate an RV, camper, boat, recreational vehicles, and more. Level 2 EV Charging station! For those seeking a self-sufficient lifestyle, the property offers plenty of room for gardens, pets, chickens, and outdoor recreation. Two mature apple trees currently produce fruit, adding charm and functionality while enhancing the property's homestead appeal. Large front and rear decks, wooded surroundings, creek views, fruit trees, workshop space, and room to grow create a property that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle—yet you're still conveniently located just minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and everyday essentials.