Sweetwater Creek Plantation
Description
A Truly Exceptional Georgia Legacy Property
There are large tracts of land, and then there are properties that carry a story of their own. This 1,059+/- acre farm in Schley County, Georgia is one of those rare properties where history, wildlife, recreation, and conservation come together to create something truly special.
At the heart of the property sits an exceptionally old log cabin, believed to date from the early 1800s, based on its construction and the observations of the carpenter who restored it.
The original log structure is believed to predate the later additions, with the home subsequently expanded during the 1800s to create the distinctive dogtrot-style architecture. Today, the cabin stands as a remarkable piece of Georgia history while offering an incredibly unique setting overlooking its own spring-fed pond.
The Carriage House situated next to the main cabin features a 4 car garage with an upstairs living area.
Carriage House
The carriage house is an exceptional blend of craftsmanship, character, and modern convenience, offering a four-bay air-conditioned garage with a dedicated mechanical room and half bath. Just off the half bath, a separate door leads to the dry-well outdoor shower. Throughout the carriage house, the attention to detail is evident, including custom hardware handcrafted by an artisan in the United Kingdom.
Upstairs, the living space showcases remarkable craftsmanship and timeless materials. The custom cabinetry is crafted from dirty-face heart pine and paired with hand-forged, handcrafted hardware. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and an elkay and faucet, creating a space that is as functional as it is distinctive.
The spacious bedroom features a comfortable sitting area and dedicated closet space, while the en suite bathroom continues the same level of quality and attention to detail. Custom heart-pine cabinetry, and a beautifully tiled shower create a refined yet inviting retreat.
Adding even more character are the floors throughout the upstairs living space, reclaimed from an old cotton mill in Macon, Georgia. Every element of the carriage house—from the reclaimed materials to the custom cabinetry and artisan hardware—reflects a thoughtful commitment to preserving character while providing modern comfort.
A LANDSCAPE RICH IN HISTORY
For the sportsman, the property has been carefully developed and managed with wildlife in mind.
The property offers an impressive combination of whitetail deer, turkey, bobwhite quail, dove, and numerous species of ducks. Wood ducks and wild turkeys are frequently seen around the water, and the property’s diverse habitat provides year-round opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
A wildlife biologist has conducted deer surveys for the past two years, providing an ongoing scientific approach to the property’s deer management program. The property has also been regularly prescribed burned, helping maintain habitat and improve conditions for wildlife.
The current management program includes 12 food plots totaling approximately 85+- acres, with approximately 30+- acres planted in alfalfa to provide year-round nutrition. A protein program has been maintained for five years, supported by five 2,000-pound gravity feeders and five Redneck hunting blinds strategically placed throughout the property.
For the wing shooter, there is a dedicated dove field planted in sunflowers, providing an excellent setting for traditional Georgia dove hunts and gatherings with family and friends.
Water is another defining feature of this property.
In addition to three ponds, the farm features an approximately 48+- acre lake fed by Sweetwater Creek. The lake is stocked and offers an exceptional recreational setting for fishing, boating, wildlife watching, and relaxing on the water.
A covered dock sits on the lake and features an electric boat lift, solar power, and a fish feeder, making it an ideal place to spend an afternoon fishing or simply enjoying the peace and privacy of the property.
Near the historic cabin is a spring-fed, stocked pond complete with a fish feeder. A walking bridge and fishing dock were constructed, creating a beautiful and peaceful setting immediately around the cabin. The pond also attracts an impressive variety of wildlife and birds.
A PROPERTY BUILT FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
What makes this property truly exceptional is the combination of scale and diversity. With 1,059+/- acres, there is room for everything from serious wildlife management and hunting to fishing, boating, dove hunting, hiking, family gatherings, and simply enjoying the privacy that only a property of this size can provide.
The historic cabin provides a one-of-a-kind centerpiece and a connection to the property’s past, while the lake, ponds, food plots, wildlife improvements, and established management program provide the infrastructure to enjoy the property immediately.
This is not simply a hunting tract. It is not simply a timber or recreational investment. It is a large-scale Georgia farm with history, water, wildlife, and legacy woven into the landscape.
For the buyer searching for a property that can be enjoyed by the entire family today and passed down for generations tomorrow, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare.
1,059+/- acres. An historic cabin. An approximately 48-acre lake. Three additional ponds. 85 acres of food plots. Proven wildlife management. Exceptional recreational opportunities. And a story that began generations ago.
This is a property with a past—and the opportunity to create its next chapter.
Location
- State: Georgia
- Property ID 15672
- Price $ 8,683,800
- Property Type House
- Property status For Sale
- Land area 1,059 Acres
- Label ACTIVE
- County Schley
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