Dexter Gordy, Realtor
Residential

1578 Jacks River RD

$1,200,000 · Active

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Elevated structure featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls, a metal frame tower, an external staircase, and a wraparound observation deck

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1 BD1 BA0 SF

Listing Courtesy of: Mountain Sotheby's International · Logan Fitts

MLS# 10880927

A retreat unlike anything else in the North Georgia mountains. Rising 60 feet above the forest floor, River Forest Lookout is a custom-built steel watchtower overlooking the untouched wilderness of the Cohutta Mountains and Chattahoochee National Forest. Set on nearly 14 pristine acres with approximately 3,000 feet of private Jacks River frontage, this extraordinary property offers cascading waterfalls, deep swimming holes, trophy trout waters, and a preserved canopy of native hemlocks. The architecturally distinctive, off-grid watchtower features walls of glass, comfortable living quarters, kitchenette, full bathroom, solar power, and a spectacular rooftop terrace with fire pit and panoramic wilderness views. Sold fully furnished and turnkey, the property has established itself as one of the area's most sought-after Airbnb experiences, boasting exceptional five-star reviews and an impressive $92,000 in gross rental revenue during just nine months of 2026. An additional installed and permitted septic system offers potential for a second retreat, cabin, or expanded hospitality concept. An irreplaceable opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind wilderness sanctuary featured in publications like Dwell Magazine, numerous widely-followed Youtube accounts, social platforms, with an established income stream and remarkable potential. Call today!

Facts

Status
Active
MLS number
10880927
Property type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
County
Fannin County
Subdivision
None
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Full bathrooms
1
Half bathrooms
0
Square feet
0 SF
Lot
14.31 AC
Year built
2023
Updated
Nov 2, 2026

Details

Roof
Metal
Sewer
Septic Tank
Levels
One
Cooling
Other
Heating
Other, Wood
Basement
None
Flooring
Vinyl
Utilities
None, Other
Appliances
Cooktop, Microwave, Other, Tankless Water Heater
Directions
From Blue Ridge and HWY 515, turn onto HWY 5. Travel N 4 miles to a L onto HWY 2. Follow 10 miles to the end of the pavement and stay on gravel road to Foster Branch RD on the R. Contact listing agent for further driving directions.
High School
Fannin
Lot Features
Other, Private
Water Source
Private, Public
Parking Total
0
Property View
Mountain(s), River
Association Yn
No
Structure Type
Manufactured House
Water Body Name
Jacks River
Association Fee
0
Fireplaces Total
1
Parking Features
None
Tax Annual Amount
0
Elementary School
Other
Interior Features
Master On Main Level, Other
Living Area Source
Public Records
Community Features
None
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning Stove
Property Condition
Resale
Architectural Style
Contemporary, Other
Waterfront Features
Creek
Middle Or Junior School
Fannin
Construction Materials
Other
Patio And Porch Features
Deck
Above Grade Finished Area
0
Association Fee Includes
None
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Map

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