About Us

Location of RTD Contracting and
the Coosawatee River Resort.
RTD Contracting’s principle, Ralph Daniels, lived in Atlanta and worked in the construction industry there for over 20 years. In 2002, he moved his company to the scenic mountains of Northern Georgia, settling in Ellijay. Ralph knew that in Ellijay, he had found the perfect balance of rural mountain beauty and modern community. Ellijay is set in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, located approximately 70 miles north of Atlanta — close enough to allow quick trips between the mountains and the big city, yet far enough away to shed the traffic, crime and other hazards that come with living in a major metropolitan area.
Many of the homes Ralph has built since 2002 are located in the Coosawattee River Resort. Coosawattee is a gated community situated on over 10,000 acres of scenic mountain property. The community includes the beautiful Coosawattee River, which winds its way through the mountains to Carter’s Lake, a delightful recreational lake that serves the area with all forms of aquatic fun. The resort also features swimming pools, tennis courts, a recreation center, and of course, easy river access. Coosawattee has become a mecca for residents of Atlanta who are looking for a mind-clearing weekend getaway, and also for Floridians seeking refuge from the summer heat or fall hurricanes.
Ralph’s hand-crafted homes are built in the rustic style, to fit in with their surroundings in the mountains. But while these homes may look rustic, they include all the modern conveniences you have come to depend on. All the building lots in Coosawattee include:
- county water,
- electricity,
- cable and phone/DSL access.
The homes themselves feature
- cozy gas log fireplaces,
- stained wood tongue-in-groove ceilings, and
- inviting decks, typically off both the front and back of the house.
There are few things in life more relaxing than sitting on your deck in the mountains, listening to the wind blow through the trees as you enjoy your favorite libation.
It just doesn’t get any better than this, so contact us today and take the first step towards owning your own dream getaway in the woods!

