$2,250,000

5651 Old Wilkie Road, Gainesville, GA 30506

  • 5 beds |
  • 6 baths |
  • 6,658 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 2015
  • Property Lot Size Icon1.5acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $338/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 9 months ago

Property Description

Positioned directly on the shores of LAKE LANIER with immediate water access and exceptional dock usability, this private and beautifully landscaped 1.5-acre estate delivers a rare opportunity to experience true luxury lakefront living in one of the lake's most desirable and navigable shoreline corridors. Blending privacy, usability, and long-term value, the residence offers the elevated lifestyle discerning Lake Lanier buyers seek-without compromise. Inside, the home showcases an expansive open-concept layout filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and seamless flow throughout the main living spaces. A spacious fireside family room anchors the home, framed by walls of windows that capture tranquil wooded lake views and create an effortless connection to the outdoors. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully designed with premium appliances, generous prep space, and an inviting layout ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Formal dining, multiple gathering areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions create a home equally suited for intimate evenings or large-scale hosting. The main-level owner's suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath, walk-in dressing area, and direct access to the resort-style pool terrace. Additional guest suites and flexible bonus spaces provide versatility for multigenerational living, work-from-home functionality, or extended-stay guests. Outdoors, the property transforms into a true private lakefront resort. Enjoy a heated pool with sun shelf, expansive stone terraces, covered entertaining spaces, and a fully equipped outdoor grilling kitchen-all designed for elevated outdoor living and effortless entertaining. The property's rare gentle topography provides exceptional usable yard space, a significant advantage over much of Lake Lanier's steeper shoreline and a feature that enhances both functionality and long-term desirability. A defining feature of this estate is its exceptional year-round lake usability. Supported by Lake Lanier's historically stable water levels, the dock comfortably accommodates pontoons, wake and ski boats, center-console vessels, and personal watercraft throughout peak boating season. Even during seasonal winter drawdowns, the dock remains highly functional for continued recreational use-an increasingly valuable characteristic that enhances both enjoyment and long-term value retention. Adding to the convenience and lifestyle appeal, the property is located approximately five minutes by boat from Athens Boat Club, providing immediate access to on-water fuel, marina services, and waterfront dining without requiring long runs across the lake. This unique proximity allows for spontaneous outings, effortless entertaining, and easy guest access while still preserving the privacy of a quiet residential cove. Further elevating the offering, a valuable COE-deeded mowing permit allows owners to maintain open lake views and enjoy the rare privilege of golf-cart access directly to the shoreline-an amenity seldom available and highly coveted among Lake Lanier properties. Together, these features create a compelling lakefront estate that delivers privacy without isolation, recreation without inconvenience, and refined luxury directly on the water in one of Lake Lanier's most sought-after settings.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 10, 2026
Data Last Updated:
June 25, 2026 at 12:06AM
Listing Office:
Coldwell Banker Realty : 404-252-4908
Listing Agent:
Eugene Winchester : 678-901-7590
MLS ID:
10706809
  • General: Beamed CeilingsBookcasesDouble VanityMaster On Main LevelWalk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorTankless Water HeaterWasher
  • Laundry: Mud Room
  • Basement: None
  • Flooring: HardwoodOtherTile
  • A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
  • Heating: CentralPropane
  • Fireplace: Family RoomLiving RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 2
  • General: DockGas GrillOutdoor Kitchen
  • Style: Brick 4 SideEuropeanTraditional
  • Pool: In GroundSalt Water
  • Parking: GarageGarage Door OpenerSide/Rear EntranceParking spaces: 3
  • Roofing: Composition
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • General: BrickTwo
  • HOA Amenities: 0.0
  • Originating MLS: Georgia MLS 2
  • County: Hall
  • Zoning: 10012 000057
  • View: LakeView
  • Fencing: FencedFront Yard
  • Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity AvailableHigh Speed InternetPhone AvailableUnderground UtilitiesWater Available220 VoltsGeneratorElectricity on Property
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Source: Georgia MLS 2

This listing courtesy of Eugene Winchester , Coldwell Banker Realty

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