Last-of-Its-Kind Glamping Retreat – Legally Grandfathered | $120K/Year Income | Glass/ A-frame Cabin Expansion Potential
Turnkey luxury glamping dome + 12 private, unrestricted acres in Mineral Bluff, GA — the only legally permitted glamping dome of its kind in Fannin County. As of the county’s April 2024 ordinance, no new glamping, tent, or yurt rental developments are allowed. This property was established prior and is permanently grandfathered, giving it legal standing and long-term exclusivity.
This operational, income-generating retreat includes:
$120K/year in short-term rental revenue
$80K solar energy system + spring-fed well
Fully furnished, professionally designed dome
Premium outdoor amenities: hot tub, firepit, panoramic deck
Established brand with 71,000+ followers on Instagram fueling direct bookings
What’s Included
12-acre unrestricted parcel in Fannin County
All FF&E, utilities, digital assets, and operational systems
Airbnb listing with strong performance and SOPs in place
Transitional support from current owner
Why This is a Rare Asset
Legally grandfathered dome: Permitted before the April 2024 zoning shift—cannot be replicated
No competition: New glamping developments are now prohibited in Fannin County
Protected cash flow: Proven Airbnb history with strong net income and low operating costs
Expansion flexibility: Land can still support cabins, glass houses, or A-frame builds with standard permitting
2024 Financial Snapshot
Total Revenue: $120,000
Total Expenses: $15,820
Net Profit (Before Taxes): $104,180
(Note: Utility costs can be reduced further with additional battery storage)
Expansion Blueprint
While new glamping structures are no longer authorized, the parcel supports:
Cabin or micro-lodge (Glass and A-frame cabin) development
Permitted site work with septic approval and site plans
Phased growth model well-suited to Fannin County’s one-person land development office
No HOA restrictions and private road access in place
Zoning Description:
Unincorporated Fannin County – no formal zoning designation. Listed as “Conserv – Small Tracts” in tax records, which is a classification, not a restriction. Governed by the Fannin County Land Development Ordinance. Property was legally established prior to the April 2024 ordinance restricting new glamping developments and is grandfathered for short-term rental use. Expansion via permitted structures (e.g., cabins, A-frames, glass units) allowed under current county code.
Bottom Line
This is more than a property, it’s a legally protected income stream with brand equity, expansion opportunity, and long-term viability in one of Georgia’s most sought-after outdoor destinations. In a market where future glamping developments have been closed off, this is one of the last opportunities of its kind.
Secure your stake in the Blue Ridge short-term rental market, this offering won’t come again.
Vivian Johnson
GeorgiaDomes
