Staurolite Ranch is a unique mountain property comprised of three parcels totaling +/- 119 acres of rolling pastures and wooded land, surrounded on three sides by meandering mountain creeks, with views of the Blue Ridge mountains in all directions. The event venue and ranch facilities are built to the highest construction standards and are in superb condition. The structures are contemporary farm/ranch design using the highest quality materials, the grounds are nicely landscaped, and the facilities are thoughtfully laid out on the property. The highlight of the 119-acre property is the Staurolite Barn and Event Venue, which is evident there were no expenses spared in building this luxury event space. It’s equipped for wedding with up to 400 people, and ideal for corporate retreats, community events, and other large gatherings. The property is ideally suited as a winery, with acres of fertile fields ready for your preferred variety of vines to be planted. The Ranch comes fully outfitted with FF&E for large events and includes all equipment for the operating ranch, currently pasturing 17 head of Scottish Highland cattle or managing a future vineyard. When paired with the adjoining 6 bedroom/6 bathroom 13-acre family compound, (listed separately at 1673 Hardscrabble Road), the Staurolite Ranch becomes a true, private retreat for the most luxurious mountain lifestyle. The Ranch facilities are extensive and include the following structures: Event Facility: 8,144-square-foot timber frame structure with event spaces on two levels, a mezzanine, 2,300 square feet of covered porches, a commercial kitchen, and living suites. Activity & Party Barn: 2,016-square-foot two-story barn with board & batten siding, main level event/meeting/activity space, top-level living and sleeping quarters, and an outdoor porch or hay sheds. Maintenance Building: 8,000-square-foot metal storage facility with a large 30-foot concrete pad apron for work vehicles and equipment. Outdoor Pavilion: 1,200-square-foot timber frame pavilion on a stone deck with a fireplace and restrooms. The Blue Ridge, GA, area has become the most popular mountain getaway destination in the north Georgia mountains. The City of Blue Ridge has undergone an impressive transformation over the past 10 years, with new hotels, high-end restaurants, retail shopping, and adventure activities. This has attracted upscale tourism, transplants, and retirees from throughout the US, and wealthy, luxury-second-home buyers from the Southeast US. A growing abundance of short-term rentals supports the hospitality requirements for strong tourism growth and accommodates the demand for housing needed for destination activities.