1088 Little Hawk Road, Sautee Nacoochee

Wonderful Craftsman home on five private acres along the Upper Chattahoochee -- sitting just 50 feet from the water thanks to a grandfathered setback that simply can't be replicated with new construction. This well-loved, well-built home checks every box for a North Georgia river retreat, and then some. The main level features hardwood floors throughout, a chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, granite countertops, and stained cabinetry that opens to a family room anchored by a stone fireplace. Step out onto the covered deck and you're looking straight at the river. The primary suite is on the main level -- easy, accessible living with everything you need on one floor. Upstairs you'll find two more bedrooms, a full bath, and a sitting room that's a favorite spot for morning coffee or a quiet afternoon read. The home sits on engineered concrete piers, beautifully suited to the riverfront setting. Out back, the property has two river access points just steps apart -- a new riverside overlook deck and stone steps leading right down to the water. The backyard is open and level -- room for cookouts, lawn games, or just sitting riverside watching the river roll by. The guest cottage is a genuine perk -- an updated original 1970s fishing cabin with a studio, full bath and laundry, wood-burning stove, soaring ceilings, screened porch, and its own river views. A new mini-split HVAC keeps it comfortable year-round. It's the kind of space that becomes everyone's favorite part of the property. The river here is a Georgia DNR-designated trout stream with a private neighborhood trophy fish program. A 26KW Generac generator with automatic transfer switch powers every structure on the property, so mountain weather is never a concern. A 30x40 garage with two roll-up doors, electrical, and HVAC provides serious storage and workspace, with an unfinished flex space above roughed in and ready for a new owner to finish. Come see why this valley is so special. Local wineries, dining, hiking, and golf are all within 10-15 minutes. The Bavarian village of Helen is just down the road -- great restaurants, shops, and a calendar full of events like the Helen to the Atlantic Balloon Race, Oktoberfest, and Christmas in Helen. This is a neighborhood where eagles work the river and the roads are quiet enough for a morning walk. It doesn't come up often. When it does, it doesn't last.