Listings by Cheryl Melis

LOCATED just minutes from beautiful historic Madison GA, this picturesque family farm is a horse lover's dream! Within an hour from ATHENS (UGA), less than two hours to AIKEN SC, and just under three hours to the FLORIDA line, this farm has plenty of "horsey" neighbors, nearby trainers, vets, and nearby HLC State Park has over 26 miles of TRAILS to hack, including overnight stalls and camping. The fabulous 5 bedroom 3 bath beauty is framed by 5 lush fenced pastures, beautiful sunrises/sunsets, a view of barn and lighted outdoor arena, picturesque farm neighbors, tree-lined privacy framing the back property line, and a long (gated) driveway framed by fencing leading to the home itself. The barn boasts 8 stalls (6 interior, 2 exterior) , wash rack, feed and tack, and an option for draft/foaling stall. The custom 30x48 barn has a concrete center aisle, solid stall boards, quality doors and hardware, and plenty of storage under-canopy. There is a (newly-sanded) outdoor lighted regulation dressage arena, 20x60M to enjoy year-round. This farm can be INCOME-GENERATING, with a solid history of a few ideal local boarders, if desired. The fencing is in excellent condition, topped with hot-wire, and water access in all pastures, a well on property with a new well pump. The acreage is zoned Conservation/ag use for a lower tax-base, there is a well on property and amazingly low electric bills. The 6700 sqft home (4136 sqft first and second story, 2630 unfin basement with a full bath) is well-maintained, move-in ready and features a NEW ROOF, FRESHLY-PAINTED EXTERIOR, and 2yo HVAC. Features include: Open floor-plan, two-story great room with windows all along rear of home (beautiful barn and pasture views!), keeping room with fireplace off kitchen, gorgeous Brazilian cherry floors, large kitchen with granite breakfast bar on two-sides, mudroom/laundry room, formal dining room with lots of light, built-in bookcases framing the fireplace in family room, a charming home office with views of pasture, large master bedroom with fireplace and views of pasture, large spa-like master bath with walk-in closets, all on main level! On second level are three additional bedrooms with full bath and a media/theater/family room, functional as additional BR if needed. From the charming front sitting porch to the rear entertaining deck, there are pasture views all around. The FULL BASEMENT is stubbed for five rooms and features a FULL FINISHED BATH and walk-out private patio, with its own entrance (french doors from the patio). The possibilities are limit-less, could easily be finished for an in-law suite or apartment, caretaker's residence, additional living space, multi-generational living, and additional storage. The property itself is so pretty and peaceful you may never want to leave your farm! Located just outside Madison GA and Monticello GA (10-15 min either direction), this lovely rural town of Newborn is quaint, picturesque, located amongst horse farms and wedding venues, and feels " a world away." Shopping, restaurants, and health care are all within a 10-15 min drive, and with easy interstate access, it is within an hour to get to Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport. Famous Lake Oconee is approximately 20 minutes away, or spend time in Madison, named one of the top 55 most-beautiful small towns in US by Architectural Digest.

BRING YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS AND YOUR HORSES!! Perfect opportunity for a multi-generational farm, several build sites, with surrounding family farms! Located in Gordon County GA, a BEAUTIFUL 132 acre tract, originally a family farm cleared for crops, running WATER (creek) on property, located on a pretty rural road with surrounding horse farms and rural residential. Zoned AG (Conservation Use) ideal for crops, hay, farming, horses, cattle or rural residential use. Flat pasture and farmland with several tree-lines that lend privacy along property lines.. County water and power at road. This property is picturesque and is drive-able via an old country road (Field Rd) which is on property. Perfect to establish a FAMILY FARM or MULTI-GENERATIONAL FARM with several beautiful build sites as well as agricultural use, horses, cattle, farming. Ideally located less than an hour from North Atlanta suburbs, approximately 45 minutes south of Chattanooga. This farm is located just a few miles from i-75, the hospital, grocery and restaurants yet has a truly "rural vibe" due to its location on a country road surrounded by family farms. If you are seeking a beautiful tract with a country feel yet proximity to all conveniences, this farm is for you!