Discover mountain living in Ellijay
High River is one of North Georgia's most desirable mountain communities — panoramic Blue Ridge views, mature woods, and spacious homesites in the heart of Ellijay, Georgia's apple capital.
Panoramic views
Breathtaking panoramic views of the North Georgia mountains from your custom-built home.
Natural setting
Mature trees and pristine mountain landscape surround spacious, private homesites.
Prime location
Mountain serenity with convenient access to Ellijay's shops, dining, and seasonal festivals.
Contemporary or classic — your call.
High River welcomes everything from mountain-modern glass to traditional timber. We read your lot's views and slope and design a home that takes full advantage of both — with 25+ years building North Georgia's mountain terrain behind us.
- Panoramic North Georgia views
- Contemporary or traditional design
- Foundations engineered for slope
- 25+ years building the mountains
Find High River
From your lot to your mountain home
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Site & Plan
We walk your lot, read the terrain and the mountain views, and line up the right plan for the land.
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Approvals & Build
We handle the HOA/POA and county permits, then build with transparent updates from clearing to final.
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Walk Through & Move In
A careful walkthrough together, keys in hand, and a smooth move to the mountains.
Homes we've built in North Georgia
Building at High River
What makes High River unique?
An exceptional combination of natural mountain beauty, spacious homesites, and convenient access to Ellijay — a setting built for custom homes that take advantage of the views.
What types of homes can be built here?
A variety of styles, from contemporary mountain-modern like The Cartecay to traditional timber mountain homes. We design around your style and the lot.
How long does a custom home take here?
Typically 12–14 months, depending on the size and design of the home, delivered on time and to our standard of quality.
Are there design guidelines?
Yes — High River has community guidelines to protect its character and property values. We handle the approvals so your build stays on track.
What is the area around High River like?
Ellijay is Georgia's apple capital — local shops, restaurants, seasonal festivals, and endless Blue Ridge outdoor recreation just beyond the neighborhood.
Send us your plan — or a napkin sketch.
We'll give you a ballpark estimate for your High River build, typically within ±5%. No cost, no obligation.
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