Cataula, a neighborhood in Columbus, is characterized by its pine forests, lush farmland, and backyard ponds, offering residents a close connection to nature. Located less than 20 miles from Columbus, it provides a manageable commute, including a 30-minute drive to Fort Moore, making it appealing to military families. Homes in Cataula are spacious, often situated on one to two-acre lots due to septic system requirements, with a mix of late 20th-century bungalows, ranch-style homes, and new traditional homes. The Maple Creek community is one of the few subdivisions, still offering ample space. Local features include E.C. Pate Park, just 4 miles away, with playgrounds, sports courts, and ballfields, and Poplar Place Farm, which caters to equestrians. Lake Harding, 18 miles away, offers fishing, jet skiing, and boating opportunities. Highway 27 is lined with churches, locally owned businesses, and popular restaurants like Country Chick and Fish, Pies and Thighs, and 13th Street Bar-B-Que of Cataula. For shopping, residents are about 10 miles from North Columbus' big box retail areas and less than 20 miles from Uptown's dining and events. The Harris County School District serves the area, with highly rated schools such as Mulberry Creek Elementary, Harris County Carver Middle School, and Harris County High School. Highway 27 provides connectivity to Columbus and beyond, with the closest hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional-Northside, 10 miles away. Cataula is also conveniently located 12 miles from Columbus Airport and within driving distance to major cities like Atlanta and Montgomery.
