Listings by Cheryl Melis

Fox Run Farms, Mansfield Ga (45 miles from Athens/UGA), located in a quiet all-farm corridor of upscale farms, family farms and equestrian properties. With an internationally-renowned trainer in the neighborhood, you and your horses can live happily ever after on this fabulous equestrian estate! Entirely fenced and cross-fenced, FENCED road frontage, a 2 acre lake, 14-stall well-constructed barn (runouts and over-sized stalls), separate well for barn, two arenas (uncovered, sanded, lighted), equip storage, shavings shed, parking, separate farm entrance and separate drive corridor to home, numerous flat established pastures (some shaded), hay pastures, woods on property for trails, move-in ready for horses. A NEWLY (2024) CONSTRUCTED immaculate 3 bedroom/2 bath residence on second story of barn, spacious, lovely and never-lived-in with views of pastures and horses. Pastures are established, well-drained and no flood zone. Additional FENCED PASTURE available The drive to the main home, complete with iron gated entrance, along the 550 feet paved tree-lined drive, is picturesque and lovely, with a welcoming fountain enhancing the classic architecture of this brick beauty. Beautifully landscaped, complete with mature hardwoods, there are breath-taking views of all the surrounding pastures and not a sound to be heard! Exhibiting timeless quality, the interior of this custom home is a lovely blend of "classic" ( the gorgeous entry staircase) with 2025 "comfortable" (the open floorplan off the huge kitchen, the stone-stacked hearth in family room, the outdoors-in style featuring a brand new (huge) deck running the entire length of home). Perfect for entertaining and gathering, this open concept fills the home with light and overlooks the beautiful pool and gardens area. Dine al-fresco on the "Southern-living" screened porch off breakfast area, or entertain lavishly on the huge rear deck. The large kitchen features 6-burner gas stove, double ovens, wine fridge, center island, stone countertops and backsplash, beautiful mill-work and breakfast area. The primary suite on main level opens to rear deck, includes fireplace and oversized bath with a custom dress-in cedar closet. Two front-facing rooms ( one a formal dining, the second could make a lovely home office on main) complete the main-floor footprint. The second-level (with rear staircase) features a loft, and 4 additional bedrooms with large closets, two baths. The terrace level (2120 square feet) is partially-finished, stubbed for bath, has a safe room, beaucoup storage space, and opens to outdoor spaces ( shaded patio) then pool. With its own exterior entrances, this space could easily become an in-law suite or apartment for extended family. Mansfield is located 45 miles from Athens, 48 miles from Atlanta, 55 miles from Macon and 125 miles from Aiken. Mansfield has the charm of a small town yet access to all the amenities and conveniences of a larger city; proximity to several parks and forests for trail riding, close to Lake Sinclair and 45 miles to Lake Oconee. It's quick access to I-20 offers the unique blend of peaceful country living, yet with quick access to metro counties, airports, etc. Fox Run farms is move-in ready for you and your horses, trainers, barn help, and extended family. A true gem, this property will capture your heart.

Searching for that ranch property that is your family homesteading dream, INCOME-GENERATING, that can pay your mortgage while you accumulate equity and build your GENERATIONAL farm simultaneously? This 85 acre family-owned ranch in Northwest GA (Resaca GA, approximately 5 miles east of i-75), offers the perfect opportunity to acquire an established equestrian venue, 85 acres with all facilities in place, and includes a cozy 3bed/2ba move-in ready home (and RV hookups), ideal for living on the property while you build. Pretty as a picture, THE VIEWS ARE AMAZING, from the distant Blue Ridge foothills, gorgeous sunsets, lovely pond on property, flat and fenced established pasture , mature oaks, and wide open spaces with beautiful surrounding farms. The "feeling" this property gives when you are on it, you never want to leave! Known to locals as Lightening P Ranch, its INCOME STREAMS have included: an EVENT VENUE, RODEO LEASE, TRAINING FACILITY, 40-stall BOARDING (including overnight board for haulers on the I-75 corridor to/from Florida), raising cattle, and FARM LEASE. Ideal for multi-family build/subdivide, there are no deed restrictions that would prohibit family members from having a FAMILY COMPOUND. It's natural beauty make it ideal as a WEDDING VENUE site or AGRI-TOURISM venture in addition to a HORSE BOARDING and lesson facility. The serious equine crowd will appreciate: 34,000+ square foot arena, complete with chutes, holding pens, roping-ready, announcers booth, sound system, kitchen (concessions), bleachers and photo award area. THERE IS AMPLE PARKING, for turn-around, trailers and events, as well as a "bunkhouse apartment" (not pictured) with full bath near arena, and venue is show/event/rodeo-ready! There are equipment storage sheds and an isolation/stallion barn with separate paddocks, and durable Priefert metal fencing. With the multiple fenced paddocks toward the front, and the 5 huge turn-out pastures, there is adequate grazing support for the 40-stall capacity (two 100-foot double-sided side by side barns with open-air access for happy horses and ventilation). The move-in ready 3 bedroom 2 bath modular sits idyllically along the pond with mature trees and is cozy-comfy for a temporary or permanent stay. County water supports the home as well as the barns and pasture, and there is a creek to the far west side of property as well. Overall low taxes, and CUVA ELIGIBLE for 2026! Your search for the perfect INCOME-PRODUCING ranch, whether as investment or personal (or both) has been realized at Lightening P Ranch, come visit today!