Property Description

The Riesen Ranch is a remarkable 191+ acre cattle and equestrian estate, perfectly situated just one hour from downtown Atlanta. It boasts exceptional beauty while also serving as an income-producing livestock ranch and event venue. The custom-built main house was designed for family and entertaining. This 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers 9,247 square feet of living space, including a fully finished 2,264-square-foot basement with a mother-in-law suite. The home showcases the finest craftsmanship and detail. A large front porch overlooks the pond and pasture. Inside, the grand foyer features a double bridal staircase with beautiful flooring, ceiling accents, and custom woodwork. It leads to a spacious living room with a fireplace and stunning views of the heated pool and pastures. The breakfast room, also with a fireplace, connects to a newly renovated kitchen. A large mudroom, ideal for farm life, leads to a large laundry room. At the front of the house, the formal dining room and office boast breathtaking pond and pasture views. The master suite includes a private study with a gas fireplace. The expansive master bath offers a glass shower, jacuzzi tub, and his-and-hers toilets. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms-two on each side of the home-joined by Jack-and-Jill bathrooms and a balcony overlooking the pond and property. The fully finished basement features a private mother-in-law suite with a kitchenette and separate entrance leading to a tea garden. Additional highlights include a home theater with custom sound, lighting, seating, and soundproof walls, as well as a secure gun room with keypad access, storage rooms, and ample closets. The home is equipped with a whole-house central vacuum system and a Generac emergency generator. Outside, there are two two-car garages. One is connected by a breezeway that leads to a large deck and heated pool overlooking the pasture. A 3,500-square-foot shop includes a finished office on one side and a music recording studio with a sound room on the other. The concrete-floored shop houses the family's gym and rock wall, with plenty of space for equipment and toys. It also features a tool room with a workbench, loft storage on both sides, and additional outdoor bays for storage. The property includes two horse barns. One with seven custom pine stalls, a feed room, tack room, storage closets, a hay loft with chute, fans, lighting, and an attached paddock for easy turnouts that lead to a large pasture. The second barn offers eight stalls with feed and tack rooms. Above it is a newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a full kitchen and large living area-perfect for hosting and entertaining. A riding arena and round pen provide space for equine training and exercise. The ranch also features a 10,000-square-foot elegant event space adorned with imported crystal chandeliers. It includes a commercial prep kitchen with stainless steel preparation station, refrigerator, and sink; three restrooms; a live-edge bar; and seating for up to 200 guests. Outdoor amenities include a stage and seating area, ideal for weddings, educational gatherings, and corporate events. The Riesen Ranch offers a gated entrance, a well-maintained road system, and trails throughout the property. Two 4,000-square-foot red iron open barns provide equipment storage. The property is fully fenced and cross-fenced, with multiple paddocks and pastures. Currently raising the family's Wagyu cattle and horses, the ranch offers tremendo

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