Kim Knutzen - Ansley Real Estate Mountain & Lake - Blue Ridge

Kim Knutzen - Ansley Real Estate Mountain & Lake - Blue Ridge Buying, Selling and Leasing Real Estate in the North Georgia Mountains Kim Knutzen
Associate Broker, Founding Member

EXPERIENCE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

You want to buy or sell property in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia with confidence so you need an experienced, skilled, and ethical professional committed to earning your trust to assist in navigating the many aspects of owning property in the mountains. You deserve the very best and I am committed to giving you exactly that as my approach has produce

d exceptional results for over 35 years in the real estate business. As you navigate my website, you will learn more about me personally but also about the area with all that it has to offer. I have been woven into the fabric of the Blue Ridge community in a way that is meaningful, sincere, and endlessly beneficial to my clients. If you find yourself being called to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia, let me be your guide. If you currently live or own property in the North Georgia mountains and you have made the decision to sell or move, I can guide you through it. For all your real estate needs, it would be an honor to be your guide and I look forward to working for you.

Private 9.15-acre estate minutes to the National Forest and the Toccoa River with all-paved access, gentle laying land, ...
06/08/2026

Private 9.15-acre estate minutes to the National Forest and the Toccoa River with all-paved access, gentle laying land, and extensive year-round creek frontage. This 7,027 sq ft brick residence offers 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living for entertaining, multi-generational living, or potential investment uses.

Main level highlights: • Oversized primary suite with a custom, spa-style tiled bath and heated floors. • Gourmet kitchen with pantry, open to a cozy sitting room and breakfast nook. • Light-filled living room with fireplace and a wall of windows framing the grounds. • Separate dining room, convenient laundry with sink & storage, and easy step entry from the 2-car main level garage. • Three additional guest/multi-use rooms on the main for flexible living, with an additional guest bedroom on the upper level.

Finished terrace level: • Two additional guest bedrooms, office, craft room, large flex/multi-use room, recreation room, and secondary living area. • Kitchenette—ideal for caretaker or in-law suite. • Drive-under 1-car garage, abundant storage, and ample parking.

Property features: • Detached workshop/storage barn plus outdoor storage barn. • Water filtration system, storm shelter room, whole-house generator, and central vacuum. • Gentle acreage with space to expand—well-suited for gatherings, events, or possible concepts like a B&B, retreat center, or rehabilitation home.

A rare combination of size, privacy, and convenience in a serene creekside setting—perfect for hosting family and friends or tailoring to your vision.

MLS # 431295
20 Dial Road
Offered at $979,000

COOSAWATTEE RIVER RESORT LIVING MADE EASY!! Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac at 161 Foxhound Court, this move-in-ready cabin...
06/02/2026

COOSAWATTEE RIVER RESORT LIVING MADE EASY!! Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac at 161 Foxhound Court, this move-in-ready cabin offers 2,520 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a terrace level stubbed for a 3rd bath for future expansion. Main level features an open-concept kitchen and living area that flows to 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths—ideal for everyday comfort and hosting. Enjoy morning coffee on the welcoming front porch and evenings on the back deck overlooking the fenced backyard, perfect for pets and play. The finished terrace level delivers a large open recreation area with a cozy gas-log fireplace, a fourth bedroom, ample storage, and plumbing in place for an additional bath—great for guests, multigenerational living, or a value-add suite. Resort amenities include multiple pools, tennis courts, fitness center, small clubhouse, and guard-gated security with several convenient entrances. All this close to the gate, paved roads and convenient to shopping, downtown Ellijay and dining—your North Georgia getaway, full-time home OR short term rental in a highly sought-after community.

161 Foxhound Court
Offered at $375,000
MLS # 431115

LAKE BLUE RIDGE AT IT'S FINEST! This 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath luxury retreat spans 5,874 sq ft on a rare .88-acre lot that ad...
06/02/2026

LAKE BLUE RIDGE AT IT'S FINEST! This 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath luxury retreat spans 5,874 sq ft on a rare .88-acre lot that adjoins National Forest for added privacy and pristine natural views. Gently sloping, level lawn leads to your 2-story, 2-slip boat dock with swim platform and party deck, protected by a seawall along the shoreline. Outdoor living is resort-caliber: cascading waterfalls into a koi pond, pool/spa with 6 additional waterfalls, two fire pits (one wood-burning, one gas log), expansive stone patio, outdoor kitchen, and a stunning pool pavilion featuring a Valoriani wood fired pizza oven—plus dining area and full complement of appliances. The front yard is equally thoughtful with raised garden beds, blueberry and blackberry bushes, long driveway for guest parking, irrigation, and professional landscaping front and back. Inside, an open, view-forward design frames the lake through a dramatic wall of windows in the great room with stacked-stone fireplace. The chef’s kitchen boasts granite countertops and high-end appliances, with adjacent dining area and breakfast nook. Main-level primary suite offers a custom bath and easy access to a covered entertaining deck. Practical luxuries include two laundry rooms (main and terrace levels), an office nook, and ample storage. Upstairs, a versatile loft accommodates billiards, an office, and a reading nook, along with a large bunk room and guest suite—each with their own bathrooms. The finished terrace level is made for hosting with a recreation room and fireplace, full kitchen, two additional guest suites with bathrooms, an additional bonus/multi-use room perfect for additional sleeping or gym/office and a dedicated storage room with exterior access for lake toys. Oversized 2-car garage includes an EV charger. Private, polished, and perfectly convenient—only about 5 miles to downtown Blue Ridge, dining, shops, and marina. A turnkey lakefront lifestyle with room for everyone and every adventure!

671 Adra Road
Offered at $4,950,000
MLS #431117

Stunning 20.11-Acre Creekfront Farmstead between McCaysville & Blue Ridge! Discover true North Georgia country living on...
06/01/2026

Stunning 20.11-Acre Creekfront Farmstead between McCaysville & Blue Ridge! Discover true North Georgia country living on this beautiful 20.11-acre property featuring rolling pastures, fenced acreage, and two picturesque ponds—including a large, stocked pond with a wooden dock and charming walkway across the water. A smaller pond sits on the upper portion of the property, adding to its serene and private feel. The property includes a well-kept 2 bedroom / 2 bath mobile home with covered front and back porches perfectly positioned to take in tranquil pond and mountain views. Additional improvements include a two-car carport, barn, and multiple utility sheds, offering ample space for storage, hobbies, or small-scale farming. With easy paved access just minutes to downtown McCaysville and Blue Ridge, this unrestricted property combines convenience, beauty, and unlimited potential—ideal for a private retreat, mini-farm, or future homesite.

Mountain View Road
MLS #430969 and #430968
Offered at $670,000

Welcome to 291 Tower Road—an exceptional cabin-style retreat completed in 2020, offering the perfect blend of modern com...
05/03/2026

Welcome to 291 Tower Road—an exceptional cabin-style retreat completed in 2020, offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and mountain charm. Situated on 2.34 acres, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3-bath home features a thoughtful layout with a bedroom and full bath on each level, ideal for privacy and flexibility. Step inside to find rich hardwood flooring and a dramatic wall of windows that frames breathtaking long-range mountain views, filling the home with natural light. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the great room, where a stunning floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace creates a warm and inviting focal point. The terrace level is made for entertaining, complete with a recreation room, wet bar, and direct access to the outdoor deck where you’ll find a relaxing hot tub. Gather around the fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting. Additional highlights include custom tiled showers, all paved road access, and a location that’s incredibly convenient to downtown Blue Ridge for shopping and dining, as well as Lake Blue Ridge and the marina. With short-term rentals allowed, this property offers excellent investment potential or the perfect personal getaway. Experience mountain living at its finest in this rental retreat with unforgettable views.

MLS # 430180
Offered at $899,000

WELCOME TO COTTAGE 15 in the HILLSIDE COTTAGES OF OLD TOCCOA FARM tucked away overlooking the Fairway of Hole 7 AND the ...
05/02/2026

WELCOME TO COTTAGE 15 in the HILLSIDE COTTAGES OF OLD TOCCOA FARM tucked away overlooking the Fairway of Hole 7 AND the Toccoa River! Comprised of 15 one-bedroom cottages, the Hillside Cottages offer overnight stay in the prestigious Old Toccoa Farm, the only 24-7 guard-gated residential 18-hole golf course of its kind in Blue Ridge. Cottage 15 offers a cozy living room with ample space to relax and unwind, full kitchen and bar seating, private bedroom and bath, stone patio w/firepit overlooking the golf course & river, cedar shake roof, board-and-batten construction, lush landscaping and stone accents. Just a short ride up the hill to The Tavern @ Old Toccoa Farm, pickle ball and tennis courts. Professionally managed and sold completely furnished!

MLS #430174
Offered at $410,000

JUST LISTED!!185 Logan DriveMLS # 429240Offered at $1,175,000Located just 3 minutes from the guard gate of Old Toccoa F...
04/06/2026

JUST LISTED!!

185 Logan Drive
MLS # 429240
Offered at $1,175,000

Located just 3 minutes from the guard gate of Old Toccoa Farm, a premier semi-private golf and river community, as well as the public intake of the Toccoa River, 185 Logan Drive showcases luxury mountain living at its finest. This beautifully designed home features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths, each with custom-tiled showers and large double vanities. The main level offers convenient one-level living with a primary suite boasting a large walk-in closet & a secondary guest bedroom with custom tiled bath. The gourmet kitchen includes a large island, bar seating, and dining area, which opens up to the great room, where a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone wood-burning fireplace creates a stunning focal point. A main-level laundry room adds everyday practicality. The terrace level expands the living and entertaining space with two additional guest bedrooms, a custom-tiled bath, second laundry area, and a recreation room complete with a wet bar, stacked stone fireplace, built-in shelving, and ample storage. Outdoor living shines here — enjoy long-range mountain views and views of the Old Toccoa Farm golf course from the covered deck with its own stacked stone, wood burning fireplace for cozy nights. The owner’s fenced garden, crafted by a master gardener, includes raised beds, and the backyard is fully fenced as well. The front yard features professional landscaping, a half-circle driveway, and a porte-cochère for easy access. Additional features include a radon detection system, keypad entry and Ring security cameras, home security system, and whole-house water purification system. Luxury, comfort, and breathtaking mountain views come together seamlessly with the ideal blend of refined living and natural beauty. This home is ideal for full-time living, part-time vacation home or could easily be a short term rental with easy access to downtown Blue Ridge, grocery stores, Lake Blue Ridge and the Toccoa River!!

Welcome to 78 Brass Hill Road, a turn-key mountain retreat just minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, offering easy...
02/01/2026

Welcome to 78 Brass Hill Road, a turn-key mountain retreat just minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia, offering easy access to shopping, dining, wineries, and nightlife. This beautifully appointed cabin features three bedrooms—one on each level—each with a private bath, providing ideal privacy for owners and guests alike. The primary suite upstairs is a true sanctuary, complete with a private balcony showcasing long-range mountain views and a spacious ensuite bath. The main level offers an open-concept layout with a well-equipped kitchen featuring island seating, dining area, and a great room with a cozy gas-log fireplace. Step out onto the walk-out deck to enjoy additional living space and unobstructed mountain views. Laundry is conveniently located on the main level. The terrace level includes a guest suite, large recreation room with games and pool table, and access to an outdoor patio with hot tub, plus a private fire pit area perfect for entertaining. Ample parking and thoughtful outdoor spaces enhance the mountain lifestyle. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, this property is being sold fully furnished and turn-key, making it an excellent investment opportunity or personal getaway. Mountain views, location, and income potential—this one has it all!

3 Bedroom / 3 Bath / Long-range Mountain View

MLS #423618
Offered at $725,000

Nestled in the Bootleg Mountain community, 238 H***H HOLLER LANE offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, ...
01/29/2026

Nestled in the Bootleg Mountain community, 238 H***H HOLLER LANE offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, located less than 10 miles from downtown Blue Ridge. Set on 1.67 private acres, this beautifully appointed home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 custom-tiled luxury bathrooms. The open great room showcases abundant natural light and a cozy interior gas log fireplace with a flat-screen TV inset above, creating an inviting space for gathering. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a custom tiled backsplash, and a large island that provides additional seating. A coffee or wine bar adds both style and functionality. The primary suite on the main level is a true retreat, offering a spa-like bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower, soaking tub, double vanities, and a walk-in closet. The main-level party deck features a second fireplace and scenic views, ideal for entertaining or relaxing year-round. The fully finished lower level includes a second full kitchen, guest bedroom, custom-tiled bathroom, laundry/utility/storage room, and a walk-out lower deck with a third fireplace. This level is perfect for additional living quarters, guests, or a caretaker setup. Minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and small-town charm, or spend the day boating at the Lake Blue Ridge Marina. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby hiking on the Appalachian Trail, biking, and kayaking the Toccoa River. This centrally located North Georgia Mountain home offers a rare blend of luxury, comfort, privacy, and value.

3 Bedroom / 3 Bath
Navica MLS #422485 / GAMLS #10679114
Offered at $740,000

JUST LISTED!!! Rare opportunity in Buford's sought-after 55+ community, Friendship Corners! Beautifully maintained 2BR/...
12/11/2025

JUST LISTED!!! Rare opportunity in Buford's sought-after 55+ community, Friendship Corners! Beautifully maintained 2BR/2BA, 4-sided brick ranch (condo ownership) and located in front portion of development. Enjoy true stepless, one-level living with an extended two-car garage featuring extra-depth parking and storage, The Open floor plan features a vaulted family room with gas fireplace, spacious dining area, and a well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and breakfast bar. Primary suite offers two large walk-in closets and a custom tiled over-sized walk-in shower and double vanities. Secondary bedroom is bright and roomy with full hall bath. Relax on your front patio - perfect for entertaining or gardening. HOA includes water, exterior maintenance, termite bond, landscaping, clubhouse and community pool. Convenient to hospital and medical facilities, Mall of Georgia, downtown Buford, shopping, dining, and more. A must-see home in a premier active-adult community!

MLS #10655935
119 Holiday Road, #603, Buford, Georgia
Offered at $359,000

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Blue Ridge, GA
30513

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