Custom Homes in Gilmer County
Build a home that fits your lifestyle with Matchett Homes, your trusted local custom builder.
At Matchett Homes, we create custom homes in Gilmer County that are tailored to your lifestyle and built to last. From concept to completion, our team combines local expertise, intentional design, and quality craftsmanship to deliver a home that feels distinctly yours—set against the natural beauty of North Georgia.
Why Build in Gilmer County?
Gilmer County offers a quieter pace of life centered around mountain scenery, privacy, and space to build with intention. With Ellijay continuing to grow, more homeowners are choosing the area for its balance of natural beauty and everyday livability.
Here, you’ll find:
- Larger homesites and wooded properties
- Scenic mountain and countryside views
- A slower pace without feeling isolated
- Easy access to hiking, rivers, and outdoor recreation
It’s an ideal place to build a home designed for comfort, privacy, and long-term living in North Georgia.
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Why Build Instead of Buy in Gilmer County
More Freedom to Build Your Way
Many existing homes come with compromises in layout, style, or location. Building gives you the ability to create a home that fits both your property and your lifestyle from the start.
Designed for Everyday Living
From open-concept layouts and covered porches to outdoor spaces built for entertaining, custom homes allow you to design around how you actually want to live.
Built for Long-Term Comfort
New construction offers modern materials, updated systems, and energy-efficient design that help create a home built for long-term value and lower maintenance over time.
Thinking About Building in Gilmer County?
Whether you’re planning a full-time home or a mountain retreat, we’ll help you understand the process and explore what’s possible for your property and goals.
Some of Our Favorite Spots in Gilmer County
One of the best parts about building in Cherokee County is the lifestyle that comes with it. From walkable downtown areas to outdoor recreation and local coffee shops, there’s a strong sense of community throughout the area. Here are a few local spots we love.
Coffee & Local Hangouts
- Ellijay Coffeehouse – A relaxed local spot in downtown Ellijay that’s great for coffee and a slower morning.
- The Roof Ellijay – A popular local hangout with mountain views, food, and live music.
Outdoor Recreation
- Carters Lake – One of the most scenic lakes in North Georgia for boating, hiking, and outdoor recreation.
- Amadahy Trail – A peaceful local trail system with mountain views and wooded scenery.
- Fort Mountain State Park (Nearby) – A favorite for hiking, overlooks, and exploring the outdoors.
Downtown & Dining
- Downtown Ellijay – A walkable area filled with local shops, restaurants, and small-town charm.
- Panorama Orchards & Farm Market – One of the area’s best-known local stops during apple season and throughout the year.
*These are independent local businesses and locations we enjoy. Matchett Homes is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the businesses listed above.*
What Our Customers Have To Say
We choose Matchett Homes to build our dream home because of their professionalism and craftmanship. They are reliable, honest and extremely skilled in the home construction business. We were guided through the entire building process and given options when issues surfaced. Their workers were polite, skilled and paid attention to the quality details to achieve the home we wanted. I would recommend Matchett homes to anyone needing home construction services.
Matchett Homes has been an incredible experience for us. Chris Matchett not only listens to your concerns but also provides great feedback and suggestions for our new home. We have been informed throughout the whole process, and we feel like we have a phenomenal support system in place. We highly recommend Matchett Homes.
Chris was great to work with and successfully brought our vision for our home to reality. He has a keen eye for structural aesthetics, combined with an honest and proactive approach to resolving the challenges that arise during construction. He kept us informed about issues and did not attempt to conceal them until after we moved in. He offered numerous design ideas, and he gave us the flexibility to customize as much as we wanted. We are delighted with our new home!