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Jake's Landing in Ellijay, GA

Bring Your Dream Mountain Home To Life

Custom Architectural Design at Jake's Landing Overlook: Your Ellijay Mountain Retreat

​Discover the perfect balance of mountain serenity and active lakeside recreation at Jake's Landing Overlook. Located in beautiful Gilmer County, Georgia, just a 20-minute drive from downtown Ellijay, this gated community offers a peaceful setting with stunning views of the North Georgia mountains and the Coosawattee River. Situated right next to the Ridgeway Recreation Area, residents enjoy immediate access to Carter's Lake, a boat ramp, and expansive hiking trails, keeping you tucked away in nature while remaining conveniently close to local schools and shopping.

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Front elevation rendering of a modern A-frame cabin built on a steep slope. The focal point is a dramatic, steep A-frame roofline framed in light wood, featuring a wall of expansive geometric windows and sliding glass doors. The home has a tall concrete block foundation and an expansive, elevated wooden deck with black metal railings. Reynard Custom Homes architectural designs.
Side elevation rendering of a modern hillside cabin. The structure has a tall, dark roofline with small, clerestory-style windows, light horizontal siding, and a covered porch section on the main level. A continuous wooden deck with black railings is elevated on tall posts above a stepped concrete block foundation. Reynard Custom Homes architectural design.
Architectural elevation rendering of a modern mountain cabin on a sloped lot. The design features a dark, multi-level shed roof, horizontal light siding, and a glass door opening onto a large wooden wraparound deck. The deck is enclosed by black metal railings and supported by tall wooden posts over a concrete block foundation. Reynard Custom Homes architectural design elevations.
An architectural design infographic by Reynard titled "Cultivating Smart Mountain Living." The left side features black-and-white elevation drawings of a modern A-frame cabin, highlighting features like integrated multi-level decks, maximized natural light through large-scale glazing, and an optimized roof geometry for snow and thermal efficiency. The right side shows a series of 3D cross-section renderings detailing the interior layout on a sloped lot, pointing out a centralized utility core, bespoke kitchen millwork, an adaptable loft space, and an engineered foundation for sloping terrains. Reynard Custom Homes.
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Exterior view of a steep-roofed, dark-painted A-frame home by Reynard Custom Homes at Jake's Landing, Ellijay. Large geometric windows reflect the surrounding forest. In the foreground, a wooden deck holds a black patio table with chairs and two modern Adirondack lounge chairs.

Seamlessly blending modern architectural design with the natural beauty of Ellijay. This custom A-frame designed by Reynard Custom Homes features a striking dark exterior, an expansive outdoor living space, and walls of glass designed to maximize natural light.  It’s a perfect example of how our "right-sized" floor plans maximize both style and efficiency.

Expert Architectural Design for Your Mountain Home

Jake's Landing Overlook is actively developing into a premier destination, offering low HOA fees and a wealth of natural and planned recreational features:

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  • Lake & River Access: Enjoy proximity to Carter's Lake for motorized boating and fishing, plus community lots that provide access to a peaceful trout stream and local waterfalls.
     

  • Developing Resort-Style Amenities: The community master plan includes an upcoming swimming pool, gathering pavilion, community fire pit, and private walking trails.
     

  • Premium Infrastructure: A secure gated entrance, paved streets with curbs, street lights, and dedicated RV/boat storage ensure a safe, well-maintained neighborhood.

Modern A-frame cabin interior featuring high vaulted wood ceilings, an open-concept living room with a leather sofa, a custom dark kitchen under a loft space, and an open staircase with black metal railings. Reynard Custom Homes architectural designs.

The interior of our modern A-frame design proves that an efficient floor plan doesn't mean sacrificing grand, inspiring spaces. The soaring wood-clad ceilings draw the eye upward, flooding the open-concept living and dining area with natural light. To maximize usable square footage, a fully equipped custom kitchen with an island is thoughtfully integrated beneath the adaptable loft space. Connected by an open staircase with modern metal hardware, every detail is engineered for both beauty and optimal flow.

If you are looking for innovative architectural design for your own home, Jake’s Landing Overlook provides the ultimate canvas.

Community covenants are specifically tailored for smaller, efficient footprints, allowing homes between 500 and 1,200 square feet. Because of these unique guidelines, our custom home design philosophy centers on maximizing quality, spatial efficiency, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.

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We specialize in "right-sizing" your lifestyle. We don't just draft small home floor plans; we provide comprehensive custom architectural design services to craft highly efficient, low-maintenance retreats that live much larger than their footprint.

 

Our design approach focuses on:

  • Smart, open-concept layouts that eliminate wasted space.

  • Maximizing natural light to capture sweeping mountain and river views.

  • Short-term rental optimization, taking full advantage of the community’s vacation-friendly rental policies to maximize your investment.
     

Whether you are seeking an architect to design a weekend getaway, a lucrative vacation rental, or a cozy full-time residence, we collaborate with you to ensure every square foot of your custom mountain cabin is optimized for your comfort, style, and budget.​

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Our Team

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Photography

Kalyn Kight

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Project Coordinator

Deb Mavis

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Sales and Marketing

Jack Baldwin

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Architecture

James Knight

Design and Build Your Dream Home in Ellijay, GA

Escape to the tranquility of the North Georgia mountains and build your ultimate custom retreat with Reynard Custom Homes in Ellijay, Gilmer County. Surrounded by the vast Chattahoochee National Forest, pristine trout streams, and famous local apple orchards, this region offers an idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a true connection to nature.

 

Our seasoned architectural designer, James Knight, specializes in blending your dream home seamlessly into this spectacular environment, maximizing natural light and framing panoramic mountain views.

 

Whether you envision a cozy woodland haven or an expansive ridge-line estate, our team has the local expertise to bring it to life, having successfully crafted stunning homes nestled in highly sought-after communities like Vineyard at Yukon, Jake's Landing, and Creekside Crossing. Discover the difference of working with Reynard Custom Homes, where we design spaces that celebrate the crisp mountain air and unparalleled beauty of Ellijay.

Exterior view of Spring Camp, a modern rustic cabin in Ellijay, GA, featuring dark siding, a metal roof, and vibrant red front doors. A flagstone pathway leads through a wooded landscape to a stone fire pit with black Adirondack chairs. Built by Reynard Custom Homes, architectural design by James Knight.

Spring Camp - Ellijay, GA
Architectural Design - James Knight
Photo by - Kalyn Kight

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