Mountain Place Realty

The Market Changed. Your Reason for Moving Didn’t.

While market conditions fluctuate and economic indicators shift, the personal motivations that drive your decision to relocate often remain constant. At Mountain Place Realty, we understand that life changes like growing families, job relocations, or lifestyle upgrades don't pause when the real estate market cools, and waiting for the "perfect" market conditions could mean missing out on opportunities that matter to you personally. Whether you've been considering a move due to changing circumstances or new goals, our team is here to help you navigate the current landscape and make a decision based on your needs rather than market timing alone.

Whatever your reasons for moving are, Mountain Place Realty is here to help you navigate today's market with confidence and find your next home.

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There’s a Better Way To Price Your House

Setting the right price for your home is one of the most critical decisions you'll make as a seller, and it can mean the difference between a quick sale and a property that languishes on the market. Mountain Place Realty understands that pricing strategy goes far beyond simply choosing a number—it requires careful analysis of comparable properties, market conditions, and current buyer demand in your local area. Whether you're selling in today's competitive real estate environment or preparing for your listing, working with experienced agents who know how to price strategically can help you achieve your goals faster and maximize your return.

Getting your pricing strategy right is crucial to success in today's market, and our team at Mountain Place Realty is here to guide you through it.

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LOT 8 ADA RIDGE ROAD in Mineral Bluff is FOR SALE

Create your own private mountain retreat with this beautiful 4.5-acre property nestled in the desirable Nature’s Courtyard community in Mineral Bluff. Offering breathtaking long-range mountain views, mature hardwoods, gently rolling terrain, and the privacy of a gated community, this exceptional homesite provides the perfect setting to bring your North Georgia mountain vision to life.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful surroundings and natural beauty that make this property so special. Towering hardwoods provide a beautiful mountain backdrop while the generous acreage gives you plenty of room to thoughtfully position your future home and preserve the privacy buyers come to the mountains searching for.

The gently rolling terrain offers multiple possibilities for an elevated homesite designed to take full advantage of the sweeping mountain views. Imagine a custom mountain home with walls of windows framing the scenery, expansive covered porches for morning coffee, and outdoor living spaces where you can gather with family and friends while watching the mountains change with the seasons.

With 4.5 acres, there is plenty of room to create more than just a home. Design beautiful outdoor gathering areas, walking paths, gardens, a fire pit beneath the stars, or simply preserve much of the wooded acreage and enjoy the peaceful natural setting surrounding you.

Nature’s Courtyard offers the perfect combination of mountain privacy and everyday convenience. Gated access and paved community roads provide an established setting while electricity is available, making it easier to begin planning the mountain home you’ve always imagined.

And while the property feels tucked away in its own peaceful corner of the mountains, you’re still conveniently located near everything that makes the Blue Ridge area such a desirable place to call home.

Downtown Blue Ridge, local wineries, restaurants, shopping, hiking, fishing, Lake Blue Ridge, the Toccoa River, and countless opportunities for outdoor recreation are all within convenient reach.

Spend your days exploring the North Georgia mountains before returning home to your own private 4.5-acre retreat, where long-range views and peaceful wooded surroundings become part of everyday life.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect place to build a full-time mountain residence, a private second home, or simply an exceptional piece of North Georgia land to secure for the future, Lot 8 Ada Ridge Road offers a beautiful combination of acreage, views, privacy, and location.

Now offered at $140,000.

Listed by Ashley Mooney- Mountain Place Realty, Associate Broker
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Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, fall can be an excellent opportunity for home sellers willing to take the right approach. Mountain Place Realty understands that autumn presents unique challenges and advantages in today's real estate market, and getting four key elements right can make all the difference between a successful sale and a missed opportunity. Whether you're looking to list your property before winter arrives or capitalize on motivated buyers still active this season, our team is here to guide you through the specific strategies that work best during these critical months.

Ready to make your fall sale a success? Mountain Place Realty is here to guide you through every step of the process.

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891 Bushy Head Road in Cherry Log is FOR SALE

Escape to your own private piece of the North Georgia mountains with this incredible 49-acre property nestled in beautiful Cherry Log. Offering a rare combination of open pasture, wooded acreage, creek frontage, long-range mountain views, and direct adjacency to U.S. Forest Service land, this remarkable property provides the privacy, natural beauty, and space to create the mountain retreat you’ve always envisioned.

As you explore the property, you’ll immediately appreciate the diversity of the landscape. Beautiful open pasture provides usable acreage surrounded by peaceful mountain scenery, while mature wooded areas create privacy and preserve the natural character that makes this part of North Georgia so special. With 49 acres to call your own, there is plenty of room to spread out while still maintaining the secluded mountain atmosphere buyers are searching for.

A flowing creek winds through the property, adding another beautiful natural feature to the landscape. Imagine spending quiet mornings listening to the water, creating walking trails throughout the acreage, enjoying the property with family and friends, or simply preserving the creek and surrounding woods as your own private escape.

Long-range mountain views provide an incredible backdrop and offer the opportunity to thoughtfully position a future home to take advantage of the surrounding scenery. Whether your vision includes a rustic mountain cabin, sprawling estate, family compound, or peaceful homestead, the acreage provides the flexibility to create something truly special.

One of the property’s most impressive features is its boundary with U.S. Forest Service land, providing an extraordinary connection to the surrounding North Georgia wilderness. For buyers searching for privacy, outdoor recreation, and a property surrounded by nature, this is a feature that is increasingly difficult to find.

The property also carries a special history, having remained within the same family and passed through several generations. An old homesite once stood on the land and has since been removed, but its former location can still be identified while walking the property, offering a glimpse into the generations who enjoyed this beautiful mountain setting before.

With a combination of pasture, wooded acreage, creek frontage, garden areas, mountain views, and expansive usable land, there are countless possibilities for how the property could be enjoyed. Create gardens, establish a homestead, bring your vision for recreational acreage to life, build trails throughout the property, or simply preserve much of the land exactly as it is and enjoy the privacy of owning your own mountain sanctuary.

Electricity and internet are available, providing important modern conveniences while allowing you to enjoy the peaceful and private setting of a substantial mountain tract.

Located in desirable Cherry Log, the property offers the feeling of a secluded mountain escape while remaining conveniently positioned between Blue Ridge and Ellijay. Downtown shopping and dining, wineries, orchards, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and countless opportunities for outdoor recreation are all within convenient reach.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect setting for a private mountain estate, a family legacy property, a homestead, recreational acreage, or simply an extraordinary piece of North Georgia to call your own, 891 Bushy Head Road offers a rare combination of acreage, creek frontage, pasture, mountain views, privacy, and U.S. Forest Service adjacency.

Now offered at $450,000.

Listed by Rhonda Haight, Owner and Broker
Mountain Place Realty

JUST SOLD | 12 Heritage Drive in Mineral Bluff

Another beautiful North Georgia mountain home has officially SOLD! This exceptional 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom cabin offered approximately 3,120 square feet of beautifully finished living space on 1.47 acres in Mineral Bluff, combining rustic mountain character, incredible entertaining spaces, and outdoor living designed to be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

From the moment you stepped inside, this home delivered everything buyers imagine when dreaming of a mountain retreat.

The spacious open-concept great room featured soaring cathedral ceilings accented by beautiful wood beams, real hardwood floors, and warm rustic finishes that created an inviting mountain atmosphere.

At the heart of the living area, a dramatic fireplace provided the perfect gathering place for cool North Georgia evenings, while the open floor plan allowed the kitchen, dining, and living spaces to flow effortlessly together.

The inviting kitchen was designed for entertaining with stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and a gorgeous island providing additional seating for family and guests.

The main level offered a spacious primary suite complete with double vanities and a custom tiled shower, along with an additional guest bedroom, full bathroom, and conveniently located laundry area.

Upstairs, a cozy sitting area created another place to relax, while a second primary suite offered even more privacy with double vanities, a walk-in closet, and beautifully finished custom tiled shower.

And downstairs was where the fun really began.

The finished terrace level was designed for entertaining with a pool table, wet bar, spacious second living area, fourth bedroom, full bathroom, and additional storage.

Step outside from the lower level and a private concrete patio and hot tub provided the perfect place to unwind while enjoying the peaceful sounds of the surrounding mountains.

Outdoor living was one of this property’s biggest highlights.

The huge screened back deck created an incredible extension of the main living space and featured its own beautiful stone gas-log fireplace, making it the perfect setting for entertaining friends, gathering with family, or simply relaxing beside the fire on a cool mountain evening.

A detached garage provided even more functionality with space for a vehicle, mountain toys, storage, or a workshop.

Situated in the beautiful Mineral Bluff area, the property offered the peaceful mountain atmosphere buyers come to North Georgia searching for while remaining convenient to Blue Ridge, McCaysville, the Toccoa River, Lake Blue Ridge, dining, shopping, hiking, and endless outdoor adventures.

From the cathedral ceilings and rustic wood finishes to the game room, hot tub, screened outdoor fireplace, and generous living spaces, 12 Heritage Drive offered an incredible combination of mountain character and modern comfort.

And now, this beautiful mountain cabin officially has new owners!

Congratulations to the sellers and the new owners on a successful closing!

Listed by Sharon Mathews, Realtor
Mountain Place Realty

🏆 AGENT OF THE MONTH 🏆

Mountain Place Realty is proud to recognize Christy Reece as our Agent of the Month for LISTINGS!

As one of MPR’s outstanding Listing Agents and an Associate Broker, Christy brings extensive experience, deep knowledge of the North Georgia Mountains, and a strong commitment to representing her sellers from listing day all the way to the closing table.

Born and raised in Blue Ridge, Christy has roots in a family with more than 150 years of combined experience in real estate, building, and development. That local knowledge, paired with her dedication to marketing and serving her clients, has helped make her a trusted name in North Georgia real estate.

Congratulations, Christy! We’re proud to have you representing Mountain Place Realty and our clients throughout the mountains!

As we head into the final months of 2025, savvy homebuyers working with Mountain Place Realty are discovering that the traditional wisdom about home buying season may not tell the whole story. While many assume spring is the only time to find great deals, seasonal market trends suggest that the upcoming winter months could present unexpected opportunities for those ready to purchase. Whether you're looking to make your move in early 2026 or want to understand how current market conditions affect your local real estate landscape, understanding the nuances of seasonal buying patterns can help you make a smarter investment decision.

Let Mountain Place Realty guide you through the optimal buying window to make 2026 your year for homeownership.

Many homeowners believe the summer months are the only ideal time to list their properties, but the fall season presents excellent opportunities for sellers willing to take advantage of a less crowded market. Mountain Place Realty has seen strong buyer activity throughout the autumn months, with serious purchasers actively searching for their next homes when competition is lower and properties can truly stand out. If you've been postponing your sale, the cooler season ahead might be the perfect time to list and achieve your real estate goals.

If you're still considering a fall sale, Mountain Place Realty is ready to help you make the most of this season's opportunities.

🏡 Welcome to your mountain sanctuary! This stunning 3-bed, 3-bath home sits on a breathtaking 4.58 acres in Epsworth, offering the perfect escape from the everyday hustle. Soaring prow-front windows flood the space with natural light while framing those jaw-dropping mountain views you've been dreaming about. The elegantly rustic finishes and open floor plan create an ideal setting for both cozy nights in and memorable gatherings with loved ones. Plus, you'll have an additional lot included—room to expand your vision! 🌲

Contact Mountain Place Realty at 706-633-7862 to schedule your private showing today!
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