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  • Price cut: $49K (1/16)
    $650,000

    196 Back Of The Moon Rd, Brinson, GA 39825

    4beds
    4,230sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    4.24 Acres Lot
    $631,800 Zestimate®
    $154/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront lodgeBrick accentsBeautifully maintained acresUpdated kitchenDramatic double staircaseSpacious screened-in porchRich wood detail
    Waterfront Lodge with Channel Access to 37,500-acre Lake Seminole. Turnkey and Well Maintained, This Property is Well-positioned as a Primary Residence, Vacation Retreat, or Income-producing Rental Tucked away on the spring-fed banks of Spring Creek, Back of the Moon is a year-round recreational waterfront lodge in Brinson, Georgia. Set on 4.24 beautifully maintained acres, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath estate blends Southern charm with modern comforts, offering a turnkey escape for sportsmen and families. Named for its secluded location at 196 Back of the Moon Road, this property is well-positioned as a primary residence, vacation retreat, or income-producing rental. Currently listed on VRBO, it has a strong rental history with outdoorsmen, family groups, and small wedding parties. With two natural springs on the property and stunning views of Spring Creek, the setting is undeniably peaceful. A spacious screened-in porch with oversized swing provides a front-row seat to the water, while the outdoor cookhouse is perfect for entertaining after a day on the lake. The home itself is a showpiece - evoking the timeless architecture of the Lowcountry with its bright white exterior. Inside one will see brick accents and rich wood detail from the walls to the beams. A dramatic double staircase leads to an open loft, while the updated kitchen features refinished cabinetry, new flooring, stainless steel appliances, and a large bay window overlooking the creek. Step out your back door into 37,500 acres of world-class water. Back of the Moon is perfectly located, offering direct channel access to Lake Seminole and Spring Creek Park Resort (Big Jims) in just 10 minutes. Whether youre fishing, kayaking, hunting, or just watching the egrets rise off the dock at sunrise, the recreational opportunities here are exceptional. Lake Seminoles renowned freshwater fishery is lauded as one of America's premier largemouth bass destinations. With a sprawling 37,500 acres of water, anglers can catch bass, bream, shell cracker, crappie, catfish, and more. Regularly ranked as a top 10 fishing spot, Lake Seminole plays host to at least five bass fishing tournaments annually. Lake Seminole is also known for its exceptional waterfowl hunting, and, with regards to Canvasback hunting, it may be one of the best in the nation. It's rare to find a place that is turnkey, this well-kept, and this capable of comfortably hosting larger groups on the water in this part of Southwest Georgia. Back of the Moon is a beautiful recreational property ready to enjoy on day one. HIGHLIGHTS *4.24 spring-fed acres with waterfront lodge along Spring Creek in Decatur County, Georgia *Two natural springs on the property and stunning views of Spring Creek *Located on the largest part of Spring Creek *4230 sq ft., 4BR/4BA home blending Lowcountry architecture with modern updates and rustic charm *Spacious screened-in porch with oversized swing *Interior features include brick accents, rich wood detail, a dramatic double staircase, and updated kitchen *Fully equipped outdoor cookhouse with bar, television, smoker, a flat grill and a fryer for outside entertaining *Turnkey ready as a primary home, vacation getaway, or income-producing property *Direct channel access to 37,500 acre Lake Seminole - one of the South's best fishing lakes *Big Jims Restaurant and Campground in under 10 minutes *Strong rental history on VRBO with outdoorsmen, families, and small wedding groups *Rare opportunity to own a well-kept, group-friendly recreational retreat *Easy access to Tallahassee, Dothan and all of Southwest Georgia -Direct channel access to Lake Seminole -Boat to Spring Creek Park Resort (Big Jims) in just 10 minutes -Approximately 14 miles to Bainbridge, GA (county seat of Decatur County) -Approximately 50 miles to Thomasville, GA and Tallahassee, FL -Approximately 100 miles to Panama City, FL
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 10:00am

    Listed by:

    Scott Sumner 229-347-5066,

    Jon Kohler & Associates, LLC

    Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11509288

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: En Suite, Family Room, First Floor Bathroom, First Floor Master Bedroom, Formal Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
      Kitchen
      • Features: Granite Counters
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Electric, Gas, Hot Water, Other, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,230
      • Total interior livable area: 4,230 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,230
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway, Attached
      • Has garage: Yes
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch, Open Porch, Screened Porch
      • Exterior features: Utilities
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Creek, Lake, Private, Scenic, Water, Wooded
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Creek,Lake,Water
      • Waterfront features: Access, Creek, Dock, Dock Rights, Lake
      Lot
      • Size: 4.24 Acres
      • Features: Trees
      Details
      • Additional structures: General Outbuilding, Workshop
      • Parcel number: 0007A008A00
      • Lease amount: $0

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Masonry - Brick, Brick Siding
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 0

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Amps(0)
      • Sewer: Private Septic
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Brinson

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $154/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $358,966
      • Annual tax amount: $4,259
      • Date on market: 6/3/2025
      • Date available: 06/02/2025
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive
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        Estimated market value

        $631,800

        $600,000 - $663,000

        $2,854/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        1/16/2026Listed for sale$650,000-7%$154/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        12/11/2025Contingent$699,000$165/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        10/27/2025Price change$699,000-6.7%$165/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        7/29/2025Price change$749,000-6.3%$177/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        6/19/2025Price change$799,000-8.7%$189/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        6/3/2025Listed for sale$875,000-12.1%$207/sqft
        Source: My State MLS #11509288 Report a problem
        2/14/2025Listing removed$995,000$235/sqft
        Source: Southwest Georgia MLS #13437 Report a problem
        8/23/2024Listed for sale$995,000+563.3%$235/sqft
        Source: Southwest Georgia MLS #13437 Report a problem
        2/8/2018Sold$150,000$35/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$4,259 -1.5%$143,586
        2023$4,324 +4.9%$143,586 +1%
        2022$4,123 +13.6%$142,169 +16.2%
        2021$3,628 +2.9%$122,378 +12.6%
        2020$3,525 +83.4%$108,650 +17.5%
        2019$1,922 -32.1%$92,472
        2018$2,831 -2.3%$92,472
        2017$2,898 -0.1%$92,472
        2016$2,902 $92,472
        2015$2,902 -1.4%$92,472
        2014$2,942 $92,472

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $3,616/mo
        Principal & interest
        $3112
        Property taxes
        $504
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