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Modern Luxury Living on Lanier

Forsyth County · Gainesville, GA

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Offered At

$3,150,000

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6

Beds

5.5

Baths

5,489

Sq Ft

0.38

Acres

The Home

What Makes It Special

Designed for Effortless Lake Living

Custom-built in 2022 with walls of sliding glass, soaring ceilings, and rooms intentionally positioned to capture the water. The home feels calm, bright, and welcoming the moment you step inside.

Togetherness With Privacy

Primary on main for one-level living. Upstairs splits into private ensuite bedrooms on one side and a bunk room plus pocket-door secondary living wing on the other — almost a private guest retreat.

A Private Club Level

The upper level reads more like a luxury club than a third floor — bar, full bath, Murphy bed, game room, office, plus covered and open terraces overlooking Lake Lanier.

The Story

An Off-Market Lake Lanier Retreat

Designed for the Way Luxury Living Should Feel

Hidden along the shores of Lake Lanier in Forsyth County in Gainesville, this custom-built 2022 lake home was thoughtfully designed for effortless luxury living, easy entertaining, and the kind of lake lifestyle that brings generations of family and friends together.

From the moment you step inside, the home feels calm, bright, and welcoming. Sunlight pours through expansive windows, reflecting off the water and filling the living spaces with warmth throughout the day. Nearly every room was intentionally positioned to capture views of the lake, creating a constant connection to the outdoors whether you are gathered in the kitchen, relaxing in the living room, or enjoying a quiet morning coffee before the house wakes up.

The main level was designed to live beautifully day-to-day, not just impress guests. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor, allowing for true one-level living if desired, while soaring ceilings, open gathering spaces, and walls of sliding glass doors create an effortless flow between indoors and out. On cooler evenings, fireplaces inside and on the covered terrace turn the home into a cozy retreat. During warmer months, the entire space opens naturally for lakeside entertaining that feels elegant without trying too hard.

At the center of the home, the kitchen, dining area, and living room work together as one expansive gathering space overlooking the water. A hidden walk-in pantry adds both charm and practicality, offering the kind of thoughtful functionality often missing even in luxury homes.

What makes this property especially compelling is how comfortably it accommodates both togetherness and privacy. The second level was designed with flexibility in mind, creating separate spaces where guests, children, or extended family can spread out and truly relax. One side of the home features private ensuite bedrooms, while another wing offers a bunk room and a large secondary living area that can be closed off with pocket doors, almost functioning as its own private guest retreat. A built-in Murphy bed allows the space to comfortably host even more overnight guests without sacrificing style or openness.

The upper level continues that experience with an elevated entertaining and lounge space currently used as a game room, office, and additional living area. Complete with a bar, full bath, Murphy bed, and both covered and uncovered terraces overlooking the lake, it feels more like a private luxury club level than a traditional upper floor. The covered porch fireplace creates a year-round outdoor living room, while the open-air terrace becomes the perfect setting for sunbathing, evening wine, or watching the lake fade into sunset.

Outside, the experience continues down toward the water. A manicured turf lawn leads to a fire pit and wine-circle gathering area positioned near the lake's edge, intentionally designed for slow evenings, conversation, and connection. Just beyond, the private single-slip party deck dock sits in deep water, making it easy to spend long summer days boating, swimming, or simply enjoying the rhythm of life on the lake.

Equally important, this home offers the convenience many luxury lake buyers are searching for but rarely find together: a peaceful waterfront setting with relatively easy access to GA-400, marinas, dining, healthcare, and Atlanta. Whether used as a full-time residence, a refined second home, or a place where multiple generations gather throughout the year, the property was designed to support both everyday comfort and unforgettable experiences.

This is not simply a newer luxury lake house. It is a home created around the idea that luxury should feel welcoming, livable, and deeply connected to the lifestyle surrounding it.

Amenities

What You’ll Enjoy

  • 2 Laundry Rooms
  • Bunk Room
  • Game Room
  • Seamless Indoor/Outdoor Flow
  • Private
  • 3-Car Garage
  • Elevator
  • Easy Walk to the Lake
  • Single Slip Party Deck Dock
  • Lake View
  • Lake Access
  • Deep Water
  • Vaulted Ceilings
  • High Ceilings
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Gallery

Inside the Home

Exterior & Curb Appeal

Modern Lake Lanier lake home exterior with manicured landscaping and stacked-stone accents — Forsyth County, GATwilight exterior of custom 2022 lake house on Lake Lanier with warmly lit windows

Main Level — Living, Kitchen & Dining

Open-concept main living room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Lake LanierMain living room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and lake viewsLiving room sliding glass doors opening to the covered terrace and lakeGreat room with custom built-ins flanking the fireplace and lake-facing windowsMain level living area with high ceilings and seamless indoor/outdoor flowFamily room with linen sectional, fireplace, and Lake Lanier viewBright open living room with hardwood floors and natural lightOpen living space transitioning into the dining area and kitchenDining room with statement chandelier and lake viewsDining table set for entertaining with floor-to-ceiling windows on the lakeKitchen with white cabinetry, oversized island, and stainless steel appliancesChef-grade kitchen island with pendant lighting and bar seatingKitchen overlooking the main living room and lake — open-concept gathering spaceDesigner kitchen with marble countertops, dark cabinetry, and brass hardwareWalk-in hidden pantry with custom shelving — thoughtful luxury functionalityHidden walk-in pantry interior with floor-to-ceiling shelvingPantry detail with custom millwork and integrated counter spaceRange and hood detail in the chef-grade kitchenKitchen detail with subway-tile backsplash and professional-grade gas rangeKitchen prep zone with farmhouse sink and lake-view windowKitchen breakfast nook with banquette seating and water views

Primary Suite

Main-level primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, and lake viewsPrimary suite with private terrace access and walls of glass to the lakePrimary bedroom seating area beside the fireplace overlooking Lake LanierSpa-style primary bathroom with freestanding tub, marble floors, and dual vanitiesPrimary bath freestanding soaking tub beside a lake-facing windowWalk-in glass shower with floor-to-ceiling tile in the primary bathroomDual-vanity primary bath with marble countertops and brass hardwarePrimary bath detail — soaking tub and wall sconcesPrimary suite closet entrance with custom millwork

Secondary Bedrooms, Bunk Room & Closet

Upstairs guest bedroom with vaulted ceiling and natural lightGuest ensuite bathroom with marble tile and freestanding vanityGuest ensuite bath with walk-in shower and lake-view windowSecondary bedroom designed for guests or family membersUpstairs ensuite bedroom with neutral palette and lake viewsBuilt-in bunk room sleeping six — designed for cousins, kids, and weekend guestsBunk room custom millwork with reading lights and storage drawersCustom walk-in closet with island and ceiling-height built-insWalk-in closet detail with island drawers and full-length mirrorsSecondary living area off the bunk room — closes off with pocket doors as a private guest retreatUpstairs lounge / flex space with built-in Murphy bed for overflow guestsMurphy bed closed — flex space configured as a loungeUpstairs guest wing hallway with art wall and natural lightAdditional upstairs ensuite bedroom with vaulted ceilingGuest bath with walk-in shower and designer tileUpstairs bedroom with private balcony accessEnsuite bathroom with double vanity and marble accentsGuest bedroom with lake-side windows and warm hardwood floorsGuest ensuite bath detail with brass fixturesUpstairs hallway with art lighting and custom millworkUpstairs laundry room with custom cabinetry and farmhouse sinkSecond laundry room with side-by-side machines and counter spaceUpstairs powder room with statement wallpaper and brass fixtures

Upper Level — Game Room, Bar & Club Level

Upper-level game room with billiards table, lounge seating, and lake-view terrace doorsGame room with bar, Murphy bed, and full bath — functions as a private club levelUpper-level wet bar with custom cabinetry and beverage fridgeGame room lounge with leather seating and Lake Lanier viewsOffice and additional living area on the upper levelUpper-level Murphy bed deployed — guest overflow without sacrificing styleUpper-level full bath serving the game room and Murphy bed areaGame-room shower with floor-to-ceiling tileCovered upper terrace with porch fireplace — year-round outdoor living roomCovered terrace fireplace and lounge seating overlooking Lake LanierCovered porch dining area for sunset meals on the lakeOpen-air upper terrace — sunbathing and sunset viewsUpper terrace railing with panoramic lake viewsOpen-air terrace lounge chairs with morning sun and lake panoramaDetail of covered terrace railings and fireplace mantleUpper terrace at golden hour overlooking Lake LanierUpper terrace view of the lake at sunsetOpen-air terrace with cocktail seating area overlooking the lakeCovered porch fireplace with seating arrangement for evening gatheringsUpper terrace exterior view from the lake side of the home

Outdoor Living, Fire Pit & Lakeside

Covered main-level terrace with outdoor fireplace and lakeside seatingMain-level outdoor living room with limestone fireplace and lake viewsOutdoor dining area on the covered terrace with overhead chandelierCovered terrace with porch swing overlooking Lake LanierManicured turf lawn leading from the house down toward the lakeFire pit and wine-circle gathering area at the lake edgeLakeside fire pit ringed with Adirondack chairs — designed for slow eveningsWine-circle gathering space with stone seat-wall and lake panoramaPath from the lawn down to the private single-slip party deck dockPrivate single-slip party deck dock in deep water on Lake LanierParty deck dock detail with seating, boat slip, and shoreline viewView of the home from the dock — easy walk back up to the houseSunset over Lake Lanier from the private dockDeep-water boat slip with mountain backdrop on Lake LanierParty deck on the dock with lounge seatingDock view back toward the wine circle and home aboveLong view of the shoreline from the dock platform

Aerial Drone Views

Aerial drone view of the modern Lake Lanier estate with private dock and turf lawnAerial view showing the home, lakeshore, and surrounding wooded privacyDrone view of the home with covered upper terraces and lakeside outdoor livingAerial composition showing the home, lawn, fire pit area, and dockAerial of the dock and shoreline showcasing the deep-water accessDrone view down the cove with the private dock in the foregroundWide aerial of the property and surrounding Lake Lanier waterfrontAerial showing the relationship between the home, lawn, and shorelineAerial view of the modern roofline and architectural massing of the homeDrone view of the home tucked into mature trees on Lake LanierAerial sweep across the cove from the dock toward open waterHigh-angle drone shot of the lake home, lawn, and dockAerial view of Lake Lanier with the home and surrounding shorelineSunset aerial of the property and Lake Lanier shoreline

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Ashley Smith

REALTOR, Dream Maker

Lake Lanier & Metro Atlanta Luxury Real Estate  |  DreamSmith Realty

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