Hiawassee Specialty for Sale
2003 Bend Of The River Road | Hiawassee, GA 30546
Turnkey Lakefront Event Venue • STR Portfolio Asset • Corporate Retreat • Wedding Venue • Owner Financing Available
Prime Lake Chatuge Hospitality Investment – Fully Furnished, Turnkey, and currently exceeding revenue from 2025
This is NOT a stabilized STR being sold at peak performance pricing. It is a VALUE-ADD hospitality asset with improving revenue trends and significant upside tied to the recent enhancements. The seller understands that investors rely on historicals, but this property is currently in a repositioning phase, this property is not the same property reflected in the older numbers ! Historical financials reflect the properties performance prior to the completion of several major amenities, current booking trends demonstrate significant growth. 2026 booked revenue has already surpassed total 2025 revenue while the year is still in progress. Based on current reservations, historical operating expenses and enhanced guest offerings, the property is positioned to achieve a stabilized NOI substantially above prior years, potentially producing a forward cap rate in the 8%-10% range depending on final 2026 performance. This Private Lakefront Compound is designed for hosting unforgettable gatherings and generating an impressive annual revenue. An income-producing waterfront estate positioned to attract premium nightly rates and repeat high-end clientele. A category defining lakefront offering without true comparison and unlikely to come to market again. Opportunities like this rarely surface...a lakefront estate where lifestyle, income potential and legacy ownership align. A true legacy property meant to be passed down - where generations gather, celebrate and return year after year. An exceptional cash-flowing hospitality asset in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains—positioned for wedding venue operators, boutique hospitality groups, family office investors, private equity STR portfolios, retreat/camp operators, and experiential lodging investors seeking a high-yield, fully operational property with significant upside. Designed for hosting on a grand scale - whether intimate dinners or milestone celebrations that deserve a remarkable setting. Every space flows effortlessly from indoors to lakefront living. A dual-purpose lakefront asset - exceptional as a personal retreat and compelling as a high performing luxury income property.
Situated on 2.84 acres with 617 ft of shoreline ( additional land available for building another home/ cabins,etc. ) This ±5,600 SF luxury lodge and 3,500 SF covered entertainment pavilion offer a rare combination of short-term rental revenue, event income, resort-style amenities, and expansion potential. This property is turnkey, fully furnished, equipped with commercial-grade recreational features, and includes future booking revenue through Summer 2026—making it ideal for investors seeking immediate returns.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
Multiple Income Streams - Proven Short-Term Rental with 150+ 5-star reviews on Airbnb + VRBO
Pre-approved Wedding Venue (pending installation of commercial septic for 150 people)
- Corporate retreat location with capability of entertaining large groups
- Private events, reunions, workshops, wellness retreats, specialty retreats
- Opportunity to operate as a luxury group lodging resort or exclusive membership destination
THE MAIN LODGE (±5,600 SF)
- 9 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms – sleeps large groups, families, and corporate teams
- Two full kitchens + kitchenette – designed for events and catering
- Multiple living rooms, gathering lounges, dining capacity for large groups
- Expansive deck with panoramic mountain and lake views
- Game room with multiple game tables
- Fully furnished and professionally designed for high-occupancy STR
RESORT-LEVEL AMENITIES (RARE FOR THE MARKET AREA)
- 20’×50’ heated sports-bottom pool with spillover hot tub
- Infrared sauna
- Multiple indoor dining for 24, Bar seating for 20 and lounge zones
- Landscaped stone waterfall feature
- Mini putting greens + life-size chess
- Bocce ball court
- Kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boat
- Two luxury tritoon boats included
- 6-passenger golf cart for guest transport
THE ENTERTAINMENT PAVILION (±3,500 SF) (NEW ADDITION /JUST COMPLETED! )
- Chef-Style kitchen + bar with seating for 20
- Pickleball court – massive draw for corporate retreats & group rentals
- Two large TVs (100” + 75”) – ideal for sporting events & presentations
- Dining tables with seating for 24
- Six person infrared Sauna
- Designed to host wedding, receptions, retreats and large gatherings
IDEAL INVESTORS - This rare asset is ideal for:
- Wedding Venue Operators
Looking for a turnkey location with lodging and -event space in one location.
- STR Portfolio Investors / Family Offices / Private Equity
High ADR, strong occupancy, and forward revenue already in place.
- Corporate Retreat Companies
Growing demand for offsite retreats and team-building destinations.
- Hospitality Operators
Boutique hotels seeking a unique experiential property.
- Lifestyle Investors / 1031 Buyers
A fully managed and already profitable operation.
- Developers / Value-Add Investors
Upside via event expansion, additional lodging, wellness amenities, or a multi-venue compound.
INVESTMENT STRENGTHS
- Immediate Income – future bookings transfer
- High Demand Location – Blue Ridge Mountains + Lake Chatuge
- No Competing Property in the Region with Similar Amenities or the capacity for large group entertaining
- Turnkey Operations – fully furnished, fully equipped
- Pre-approved wedding capacity (150 guests pending septic installation)
- Unmatched amenity package for this market
- Owner Financing Available – flexible terms, faster closing
- Excellent SEO terms for investors: event venue property, wedding venue for sale, STR investment, lakefront commercial property, corporate retreat center, hospitality real estate investment
LOCATION: 2003 Bend of the River Rd | Hiawassee, GA
Minutes from North Georgia’s top tourism draws, Brasstown Bald Golf Resort, Helen Alpine Village, marinas, hiking trails, waterfalls, vineyards, wineries and downtown Hiawassee.
PLEASE view the listing on VRBO
https://vrbo.onelink.me/ItNz/w2rjqpff
Read the 157 4.5-5 star reviews and see the calendar for future bookings.
SUMMARY
This is a one-of-a-kind, high-yield commercial hospitality property combining STR revenue, event income, wedding venue potential, and resort amenities—ready to start producing income the day you close.
Opportunities like this are rare, especially with owner financing available. Contact Nancy Holloway for financials, booking history, a full amenities list, and a private tour.
Proof of funds required prior to showings or offer submission.
