Listing & Positioning
A 5-bedroom entertainment cabin in Ellijay's gated Coosawattee River Resort, commanding top-tier revenue with a 5.0 rating and 67 reviews. Premium amenity stack — private hot tub, fire pit, full game room with arcade classics, private movie theater, and resort access — drives above-market ADR and strong demand from families and large groups year-round.
Location
Coosawattee River Resort, Ellijay, GA 30536
Residential · Ellijay, GA STR Market
Configuration
Cabin · 5 Bed / 5.0 Bath
Hot Tub · Fire Pit · Game Room · Movie Theater · Arcade Games · Exercise Equipment · Indoor Fireplace · Resort Access (Pool + Mini Golf) · Pet-Friendly · BBQ Grill · Dedicated Workspace · Whole-House Generator · Analysis assumes professional STR management and dynamic pricing
Max Guests
Higher guest capacity drives premium ADR and strong weekend/holiday demand.
Amenity Upside & Off-Season Booking Lift
This property's amenity stack positions it in the top tier of the Ellijay STR market. Consider adding a hot tub or outdoor entertainment system to extend shoulder-season demand and boost ADR further.
🏖️ Location Premium
Located in Ellijay, GA. Strong location drives consistent traveler demand year-round.
⭐ Statement Quality
At 0 sq ft, this property offers above-average space for a 5BR STR listing.
💰 Revenue Potential
Based on comparable properties in the market, this property is projected to achieve $520/night ADR at 54.5% occupancy.
Interactive Performance Model
AirROI projection: 54% for Ellijay market
Comp-derived estimate for Ellijay market
Account for maintenance, cleaning, and personal use
Projected Annual Gross Revenue
Based on 55% occupancy of 365 available days at $452 ADR
*Gross revenue before all operating expenses. Actual performance may vary.
Projected Monthly Revenue
Updates live with your slider inputs above. Based on AirROI seasonal distribution.
Comparable Properties + AirROI Performance Snapshot
The following 4 comparable properties were selected from active Airbnb listings near Ellijay, GA. All comps match the subject property's bedroom count and key amenity tier. Revenue and occupancy estimates are derived from AirROI market analytics.
XL Luxury Riverfront | Hot Tub | Theater & Views
5 Bed · 3.5 Bath · Sleeps 14
★★★★½ 4.97 (63 reviews) · 📸 High Quality · 55 photos · 182 days avail.
Best-match comp — 5BR/14-guest mountain cabin with hot tub, movie theater, and game room. Riverfront access and private pool are amenity upgrades above the subject; strong revenue baseline for well-appointed 5BR cabins in this market.
Private Cartecay River Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room
5 Bed · 3.5 Bath · Sleeps 10
★★★★½ 4.97 (75 reviews) · 📸 High Quality · 40 photos · 150 days avail.
Best-match comp — 5BR Ellijay cabin with hot tub, game room, and waterfront access. Strong occupancy (59%) demonstrates consistent demand for this amenity tier. Subject's larger guest capacity (14 vs 10) and movie theater position it for higher ADR.
Riverfront Escape w/ New Hot Tub & Fire Pits
4 Bed · 4.5 Bath · Sleeps 12
★★★★½ 4.96 (72 reviews) · 📸 High Quality · 45 photos · 170 days avail.
Ceiling comp — 4BR waterfront cabin with pool, hot tub, fire pits, kayak, and resort access. One bedroom fewer than subject but full waterfront + pool stack. Illustrates the revenue floor for premium-amenity mountain cabins in this market.
Enchanted Ridge Retreat
4 Bed · 3.5 Bath · Sleeps 10
★★★★½ 4.99 (87 reviews) · 📸 High Quality · 30 photos · 165 days avail.
Floor comp — 4BR ridge cabin with hot tub but without game room, theater, or resort access. Despite a stellar 4.99 rating and 87 reviews, the smaller guest capacity and thinner amenity stack result in ADR that is 49% below the best-match comps. Demonstrates the revenue premium the subject's full entertainment stack commands.
Comp Set Summary
| Property | BR/BA | ADR | Occupancy | Annual Rev | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⭐ Subject: Coosawattee River Resort, Ellijay, GA 30536 | 5 / 5.0 | $520 | 55% | $103K* | — |
| XL Luxury Riverfront | Hot Tub | Theater & Views | 5 / 3.5 | $612 | 50% | $123K | ★★★★½ 4.97 (63) |
| Private Cartecay River Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room | 5 / 3.5 | $431 | 59% | $110K | ★★★★½ 4.97 (75) |
| Riverfront Escape w/ New Hot Tub & Fire Pits | 4 / 4.5 | $400 | 53% | $93K | ★★★★½ 4.96 (72) |
| Enchanted Ridge Retreat | 4 / 3.5 | $313 | 55% | $74K | ★★★★½ 4.99 (87) |
| Comp Average | — | $439 | 54% | $100K | ★★★★½ 4.97 |
*Subject revenue projection based on AirROI market data and comp set analysis. Comp figures are AirROI annual revenue estimates.
Net Operating Income Analysis
Updates live as you adjust the revenue sliders above. All expense estimates sourced from public data — see sources column.
| Line Item | Annual Amount | % of Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| 💰 Gross Annual Revenue | $103,441 | |
| Operating Expenses | ||
| Cleaning & Turnover (50 est. checkouts × $300) $200 base + $50/BR above 3 · 4-night avg stay | -$15,000 | 14.5% |
| Annual Utilities (Elec $0/mo · Water $80/mo · Internet $75/mo) GA state rates via COST_DEFAULTS · elec $0.23/sqft | -$1,860 | 1.8% |
| Property Insurance GA STR Insurance (Waterfront — COST_DEFAULTS) | -$2,400 | 2.3% |
| Maintenance & Supplies (flat $300/mo) Flat-rate estimate | -$3,600 | 3.5% |
| Tech Stack Fee (PMS, dynamic pricing, accounting) $140/mo · owner-billed service | -$1,680 | 1.6% |
| Management | ||
| Professional Management Fee (20% of net revenue) 20% of gross after cleaning (industry standard) | -$17,688 | 17.1% |
| 🎯 Net Operating Income (NOI) | $61,213 | 59.2% |
Analysis Assumptions & Methodology
🎯 Comp Selection Criteria
- 5–6-bedroom entire-home rentals in Ellijay and surrounding market
- 🔴 Waterfront-only comps — canal, lake, ocean, or bay access required on every comp (non-negotiable)
- 🟠 Private pool required on all comps (waived only if <4 waterfront+pool comps exist within 10km)
- Active listings with verified performance data
- Professional photography (10+ photos, high quality)
- Strong review ratings (4.8+ stars) · 300+ days available
📊 Data Sources
- AirROI: Market-level STR performance analytics for Ellijay
- Airbnb: Live listing data, guest reviews, calendar availability
- Zillow: Property details, tax assessment data
- COST_DEFAULTS: Hardcoded state utility/insurance rates (EIA, AWWA, NAIC)
⚠️ Key Assumptions
- Adjustable available nights (50–365) via slider
- Professional property management at 20% of net revenue
- Premium photography and listing optimization assumed
- Competitive dynamic pricing strategy via tech stack
- Platform fees deducted by OTA before payout (not shown as expense)
💡 Revenue Drivers
- Waterfront + Pool: 25–35% ADR premium over non-waterfront / non-pool comps
- Listing Quality: Professional photos + strong copy drive 10–15% booking uplift
- Dynamic Pricing: Proper pricing software adds 8–15% annual revenue
- Review Score: 4.9+ rating commands 5–10% ADR premium
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