The Woodlands of North Georgia
The Vision

Built for the mountain.
Designed for the experience.

Explore the full conceptual plan for The Woodlands — from site circulation and cabin layout to the event venue that anchors the property.

Site Overview

Prime north Georgia acreage designed as a single, cohesive retreat.

The conceptual site plan by Post Oak Partners, LLC lays out a fully integrated property from the boulevard entry statement to the wooded cabin clusters, central event lawn, and ridge-line walking trails. Every element maximizes privacy, views, and the natural character of the land.

The site is organized around a primary 24-foot service drive with fire truck access, with 20-foot gravel roads branching to cabin clusters. 86 dedicated parking spaces serve the event venue. ADA-accessible paths connect all major destinations.

-21.68 acres across two tracts (B and C of Parcel #106-065)
-24 Bayberry Lane, Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia
-Architecture: Post Oak Partners, LLC — Cumming, GA
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Cabin nestled in Georgia hardwood forest — the character of the property

The Property — 24 Bayberry Lane

Full site plan PDF available in investor materials

Site Programming

Every structure has a purpose.

The Woodlands has been programmed from the guest experience outward. Each building serves a specific role in the retreat ecosystem.

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14 Guest Cabins

Type A: ~960 SF conditioned. Great room, 1BR/1BA with open loft, kitchenette, private porch and deck. Elevated rear foundations maximize ridge views.

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Event Venue

~6,500 SF main hall. Heavy timber truss design. Stone hearth fireplace. Caterer staging, green room, ADA restrooms. Terrace and garden spaces adjacent.

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Guest Check-In

~1,575 SF reception and services building with office and restrooms. 7 parking spaces (2 H/C) at the entry drive.

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Central Lodge

~2,000 SF common building. Central kitchen, laundry, and large fireplace great room. The social heart of the property.

Pavilion

Open-air covered gathering structure adjacent to the main event lawn. Ideal for pre/post event use and casual outdoor gatherings.

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Garden Venues

2-3 smaller intimate gathering spaces with landscaped settings. Perfect for elopements, rehearsal dinners, and corporate breakouts.

Guest Cabin Concept A — front and side elevation drawings by Post Oak Partners

Guest Cabin Concept A — Front & Side Elevation  ·  Post Oak Partners, LLC

Cabin Design

Mountain luxury, intentionally understated.

Each Guest Cabin Concept A is approximately 960 SF of conditioned living space, oriented toward the mountain ridge. Elevated rear foundation walls maximize scenic views from the deck and great room windows.

Great Room

Open living with mountain views

Bedroom

Main floor + open loft

Bathroom

Full bath with shower

Kitchenette

Full amenities, no oven

Outdoor

Front porch + rear deck

Foundation

Elevated rear for views

Site Infrastructure

Built to serve the full property.

Water

  • -On-site wells and well-houses
  • -Domestic + potential fire coverage

Sanitary

  • -Septic systems (shared/common design)
  • -Sized for full-occupancy events

Storm Drainage

  • -Stormwater retention basin
  • -Bar-ditch culverts throughout

Utilities

  • -Electric service
  • -Propane (natural gas alternative)
  • -Telecom / high-speed internet

Circulation

  • -24' paved fire truck access drive
  • -20' gravel cabin access roads
  • -Walking foot-trails throughout
Development Roadmap

Three phases. One enduring vision.

Foundation & Infrastructure

In Progress
  • Land clearing and primary building envelope preparation
  • Equipment and materials storage barn (pole barn construction)
  • Private road improvements and access gate installation
  • Utility infrastructure — wells, septic systems, electric, propane
  • Permitting and entitlement process with Lumpkin County

Multiple financing tracks active — USDA B&I, Georgia SBDC, and Lumpkin County Development Authority. Phase 1 establishes the physical and legal foundation all future construction depends on.

Foundation & Infrastructure

2025 – 2026

Estimated Timeline

See the full picture.

Qualified investors receive the complete architectural package, site plan PDF, and financial overview in a private briefing.