There are properties with river views, and then there's this. Sitting on five acres along the Upper Chattahoochee with generous private riverbank, this is the kind of place people spend years looking for - and rarely find. The river here is a Georgia DNR-designated trout stream, stocked weekly from April through July and multiple times through fall, with trophy fish added by a private neighborhood group. And thanks to a grandfathered setback that puts the home just 50 feet from the water's edge, you're closer to the Chattahoochee than any new construction in this area is permitted to be. That's not a small thing. The main home is warm and well-built - hardwood floors throughout, a chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stained cabinetry, and granite countertops that opens directly to a family room anchored by a stone fireplace. From there, step out onto the covered deck and you're looking straight at the river. The primary suite is on the main level; two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a cozy sitting area are upstairs. A stair lift in the entry foyer makes the main level easily accessible for everyone. The home sits on engineered concrete piers - built to last and beautifully suited to the riverfront setting. Outside, a brand new deck has been built specifically to overlook the Chattahoochee, with new stone steps leading right down to the water. Whether you're fly fishing for trophy trout, launching a kayak, or just sitting riverside with your morning coffee, you're already there. The backyard is open and level, with room for everything from summer cookouts to lawn games by the river. The guest cottage sits just steps from the main home and is a genuine second living space - not an afterthought. An updated original rustic fishing cabin built in the 1970s, it features a studio with a full bathroom and laundry, a wood-burning stove, soaring ceilings, open concept living, a screened porch, and a covered deck with its own river views. A new mini-split HVAC system keeps it comfortable year-round. A whole-house 26KW Generac generator with automatic transfer switch powers every structure on the property - main home, cottage, and garage - so mountain weather is never a concern. A 30x40 garage (1,200 sq ft, two roll-up doors, electrical and HVAC) provides serious covered storage and workspace, with an unfinished flex space above roughed in for electric and plumbing - ready for a new owner to finish to their own vision. Permit status to be verified by buyer. Local wineries, spa experiences, dining, hiking, and golf are all within 10-15 minutes. The quaint Bavarian village of Helen is just down the road, with great restaurants, shops, and a calendar that comes alive for events like the Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race, Oktoberfest, and Christmas in Helen. But honestly - with a river like this in your backyard, you may not feel the need to leave very often.
