A Creative Sanctuary with Environmental Stewardship at its Heart
Imagine a place where the whispers of the woods and the songs of the river become your daily companions – a place where creative opportunities and nature converge. Located in the breathtaking foothills of Northeast Georgia in the Broad River Basin, this unique property offers a rare opportunity for those seeking an inspiring retreat – a magical place to create, unwind and reconnect. Less than 30 minutes to Lake Hartwell, 45 minutes from Athens and two hours from Atlanta, this secluded but easily accessible property is a nature lover’s paradise.
The Property – An Endless Source of Inspiration:
10-acre lot with 1,841 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath custom built home, approx. 1-acre fenced with additional custom-built structures plus additional building site options.
1/6th ownership in Peyton Ferry Farms which includes 200 acres of shared land featuring one mile of Broad River frontage, an expansive sand bar, multiple fields of native grasses, upland and lowland wooded areas, numerous trails, creeks and vistas.
A natural haven perfect for all forms of creative expression, gardening, hiking, canoeing, birding, hunting, fishing, swimming and living close to the land.
The Home - A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship and Comfort:
What once was a 20x20’ off-grid cabin built in the early 1990’s, was transformed in 2015 to a welcoming “kitchen house” that became integrated into a stunning two-story home designed by Athens’ architect, Van Strickland and master builder, Scottie Edwards.
The kitchen house boasts a large covered eating porch, an open-concept kitchen with granite countertops, customer cabinetry, high-end appliances including an induction range, cedar wainscoting, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, large double-paned windows and salvaged stained glass accent windows, multiple seating options, soapstone wood stove with a local granite hearth and separate heat pump.
A thoughtfully designed breezeway floats from the kitchen house to the rest of the living space and includes an ample pantry, shelved utility closet, large coat closet, bright and airy seating and napping nook with deep drawers and a hidden sliding table, plus French doors leading to a large deck and covered porch.
Further down the breezeway is a stunning primary bathroom, ample laundry closet with controls to a dual zone-heat pump and a jaw-droppingly beautiful master bedroom with walk-in closet, walls of windows and a glass slider door to a covered porch with incredible views.
The downstairs portion of the house is equal to the beauty and craftsmanship of the first floor with a large multifunctional room suitable as a second bedroom, office, gym, den or all of the above, an additional bathroom, wood stove with local granite surround and hearth, deep walk-in closet, alcove suited for extra fridge and freezer.
Lovingly handcrafted details throughout, including pine walls and ceilings (no sheetrock), 45+ large windows and glass doors gives every room abundant natural light and incredible views, covered porches and decks on multiple levels, perfect for entertaining or quiet introspection.
Nature at Your Doorstep:
Approximately 1 acre fenced in 4’ and 6’ wire and wood fencing with multiple gates including a large fenced area perfect for a playing field and dog park.
Large, irrigated organic garden including an established asparagus bed, herbs, blueberries, thornless blackberries, figs.
Rock-lined and irrigated perennial beds including native flowers, shrubs and trees
A spring originating at the base of the property that meanders to the Broad River
Numerous trails through approximately 9 acres of woods weaving along old stacked rock terraces that circle the property
Expansive views and secluded nooks offer countless opportunities for inspiration and rejuvenation.
Outbuildings and Studio Spaces:
A bright, spacious studio/workshop with a large deck overlooking the gardens with potential for conversion into an additional living space, equipped with electricity, water, mini-split heat pump and ample built-in shelving and work stations.
Additional outbuildings include tool shed with covered firewood area, well house, compost/garden shed, additional garden tool shed, additional roofed and floored open-air workshop/entertainment area and deluxe chicken coop
Raised stacked rock and fieldstone fire pit area
A refreshing outside shower porch with privacy and views
Living in Harmony with Nature:
Set up for potential off-grid living in case of power outages with a 5-circuit sub panel wired to accept either solar or gas generator to provide power to electrical outlets, lights, fans, wi-fi, fridge and freezer throughout the house.
A drilled well with electric pump and additional “Simple Pump” modern hand-pump system plumbed to the houses’ pressurized tank in case of power outage.
1/6th ownership of 200 acres of commonly owned property for shared enjoyment including forests, fields and Broad River access.
At Peyton Ferry Farm, nature is your canvas and your muse. This property is not only a home and sanctuary, it is an endless source of inspiration. The connection between the land and the people who live on it is deeply woven, and it is here that you will find your own place in that beautiful web.