Lake Lanier Lake

Unique lakefront home on Lake Lanier in sought-after Forsyth County. With 4 bedrooms plus an extra room for more sleeping space, it works for either a big group or an intimate gathering. Great for parties, it has a massive lower patio (much of it covered). There's also a charming freestanding deck overlooking the lake. It's a short walk to the double slip party dock on very good water. Views are great in the winter and filtered in the summer; but most of the trees will be yours, so you can choose to keep some privacy or cut them for bigger views. You'll love the stylish, efficient, completely updated kitchen, spacious family room with full-wall brick fireplace and warm, inviting finishes. Definitely not a cookie-cutter house, the bedrooms are on the parking level upstairs with the kitchen and family room on the terrace level. Conveniently located close to everything by land and water, it is a fabulous retreat from hectic city life. $725,000

Sheila Davis

770-235-6907 sdavis@gonorton.com

770.536.1250

$3,395,000 • 8 ACRE LAKE LANIER ESTATE IN BUFORD! RARE opportunity to find acreage on south Lake Lanier! Close to University Yacht Club, Holiday Marina and other lakeside restaurants and marinas by water! The home is spacious and grand, with many recent updates! Gated long winding drive, magnificent property offers acreage, trees, privacy and tranquility. Circular driveway leading to a beautiful, traditional, and updated 8,538 sq ft all-brick home with fully finished terrace level. Features: 2-car garage + a 2-car drive around garage at the terrace level with storage and a workshop, a heated gunite salt-water pool, and a large barn/workshop to store all your toys! Quiet cove on south lake, with 350' of shoreline, single slip party dock. A large barn/building can hold many cars, trucks, trailers, etc and serve as a workshop. Extra covered RV storage. No HOA! FMLS#7232570 5040 Blackberry Lane Sheila 770-235-6907

$3,350,000 • REFINED DESIGN CRAFTSMAN RETREAT FOR LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST!

Unbelievable long range lake views. The grass to water low CORPS line at water's edge has a sandy beach. 4BR | 4BA 2HB Luxury custom-built home has everything you need. 5 porches and stone patios off every single section of the home! Oversized garage with an extra 400 sq ft storage space and plenty of parking in the circular drive. Double slip dock with hoist, power and water. Close to all the lakeside restaurants and marinas and GA400. FMLS#7231198 1455 Mary Alice Park Road Jennifer 770-356-2629

$2,495,000 • UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN POINTE SOUTH! One of Lake Lanier’s most soughtafter private communities w/ PRIVATE DOCKS! Elegant 5 bedroom, 7 Full-baths and 1 half-bath custom lakefront home in a very private and serene setting. MAGNIFICENT year-round south lake VIEWS and a short, gentle walk to the private deep-water twin-slip party dock. Gorgeous Stone patio with fireplace overlooking the lake, finished daylight terrace level +more. FMLS#7218366 5332 Point South Drive Sheila 770-235-6907

$3,355,000 • A “SOON TO BE BUILT HOME” IN THE NEW GATED NORTHRIDGE ESTATES ON LAKE LANIER DEVELOPMENT, plan by AR Homes “Palmetto” plan on lot 3, where water views, gentle topography and grass to water set this lot apart. 5,148 square feet of finished space plus 1287 sf of covered outdoor living space with two outdoor fireplaces. This plan is all about lake living and entertaining! Incredible lake views from almost every room. FMLS#7216157 4632-A Shirley Road Sheila 770-235-6907 or Stephanie 770-654-4161

$2,700,000 MAGNIFICENT SOUTH LAKE VIEWS! Custom 6 bedroom home w/3 finished levels of luxury, beautifully appointed w/upgrades and custom features throughout. This gated property has an adjacent lake-front separate buildable lot, available for purchase ($150,000) allowing options for expansion and privacy (not dockable) A rare permitted-gravel path allows the convenience to drive or walk to the lake to the deep-water max sized twin-slip party dock. Entertain and relax off the finished terrace level from the saltwater pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen and firepit. This property is fenced and gated for optimum privacy.

FMLS#7184981 6538 Bluewaters Drive Sheila 770-235-6907

$2,500,000 • 1ST TIME ON THE MARKET! Magnificent 2-mile water views, gorgeous deep water and just steps to private twin slip dock with boat lift! Beautiful gated lakefront home was built in 2017 and has all the upgrades and amenities! Firepit, room for future pool just off the terrace level. Features include a rip rap shoreline, a home generator, Hot Springs salt water outdoor spa, outdoor shower, sauna, irrigation system (pumped from lake), security system and camera system, professional fitness room($30K equipment), whole house water filtration. Can be sold with Kawasaki mule & furnished. No home will be built to your left (COE property). FMLS#7228834 5390 Larch Lane Sheila 770-235-6907

$2,350,000 • THE LAKE LANIER HOME YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 1st time on the market, this well maintained and updated property is move-in ready. In the soughtafter neighborhood of Charleston Bay in Forsyth County, on the south end minutes to 400. The deepwater lot features LAKE VIEWS from the house and a flat walk to the one-year new 32x32 top of the line aluminum dock with party deck, cable railing and a boat hoist. Renovated recently with $350K in updates. The immaculate yard features irrigation and beautiful landscaping. FMLS#7241493 5845 Charleston Lane Stephanie 770-654-4161

$1,995,000 • PREPARE TO BE WOWED BY THE BEST PANORAMIC WATER AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS ON LAKE LANIER FROM THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME! In the gated High Pointe neighborhood with a covered boat slip. Convenient to downtown Gainesville and Chattahoochee Country Club. The European style home is designed for entertaining with an open floor plan on the main level and long-range views from almost every room. 5 BR, 4 BA & 2 half BA. 2736 High Vista Point Stephanie 770-654-4161

LakeLaniersFinest.com

$1,799,000 • BELOW APPRAISAL! Beautiful new construction home with water views on the south end of the lake in the sought-after BAY POINTE ON LAKE LANIER subdivision! Level lakefront lot with 88 ft of shoreline including a covered boat slip. 4 BR| 4.5BA modern farmhouse plan. FMLS#7183935 5431 Mayflower Court Stephanie 770-654-4161 setting and gorgeous lake views, twin-slip dock permit. Situated on a peninsula with lake on both sides, Easy golf cart ride or walk to and from dock.

FMLS# 7185737

6240 Holland Drive Sheila 770-235-6907

$1,725,000 • HARBOUR POINT Gorgeous 5 BR, 6.5 BA, a well-designed floor plan with oversized Primary ensuite on the main provides both privacy and a seamless flow throughout the home. The covered back deck and a beautifully land-scaped private back yard provide the perfect setting for entertaining guests or enjoying quality time with family. Room for a pool, As an added bonus, this home includes a boat slip option at the community dock, ensuring effortless enjoyment of the lake - you don't want to let this opportunity pass you by. FMLS# 7231198 Virtual tour: https://tinyturls.com/185726 3629 Lake Ridge Court Michelle 404-379-5798

$1,600,000 • WELCOME TO YOUR LUXURY LAKEFRONT DREAM

HOME! 32x32 Party dock on 40+ft deep water making it DROUGHT PROOF! The year round views over Lake Sidney Lanier’s most beautiful (and quiet) bay are showcased throughout the windows of the home. The 1.3 acre lot nestled in nature offers beauty and privacy on the outside. Luxury 5 BR/5 BA, 2 kitchens, brand new double-screened-in decks, parking for 10+ cars and No HOA. The perfect entertaining house for family/friends or excellent vacation rental opportunity with permit for passive income. The custom interior design on the inside offers a relaxed luxury vibe. Virtual tour: https://tinyturls.com/172260. FMLS#7247883 2929 Thompson Mill Road Jennifer 770-356-2629

$875,000 • INCLUDES AN ADJACENT LOT with lake views, perfect for another home or carriage house. Deep water dock, 4 BR, 2 BA home completely renovated. Open main level floorplan.

3930 Lake Court Stephanie 770-654-4161

$1,399,000 • CONTEMPORARY LAKEFRONT HOME. 4 BR, 4BA in a highly sought after South Lake Lanier location, with a deep water double-slip dock. Modern aesthetics impress from the second you arrive, positioned at the end of a cul-de-sac on a 1/2 acre lot. There's plenty of room to expand your outdoor living or add to this estate. FMLS#7213774 5930 Pilgrim Point Extension Nicole 678-858-0265

By Pamela A. Keene

For more than 20 years, AquaStairs has been helping people get in and out of the water from their docks and boats around the world. Developed by Michael Adair in Dawsonville, the company has been selling its marine ladders globally.

Earlier this summer the company was purchased by entrepreneur Matt Houser, who recently sold his commercial construction supply company.

“When my partner and I sold the business, my wife Courtney and I looked for a business that would allow us to connect with the marine business and live near the lake,” he said. “I researched people who were selling their businesses and looking to retire and came across Mike and AquaStairs. He has done such an amazing job of engineering and marketing; it was a natural fit for us.”

Mike has agreed to stay on with the company as a consultant for the next two years. “This is great for us because we will be developing several other related products and Mike’s expertise will be invaluable,” Houser said.

Designed as a 58-degree staircase with railings is made of marine-grade aluminum. Six sizes are based on the number of steps. They can be lifted or folded out of the water when not being used.

“The treads are wider than traditional dock ladders, allowing enough room for people to sit on the steps,” he said. “The treads are more comfortable for bare feet, and the 58-degree angle makes the steps much easier to climb than vertical ladders.”

He said that AquaStairs can be self-installed, but that people can also hire a handyman to do the installation.

The company offers six sizes of ladders that can be used on floating docks, fixed docks, piers, seawalls and swim platforms. Additionally, three types of pontoon ladders are available to be used for front boarding, a rear-mounted model and a side-mount option.

“With some customization, AquaStairs can possibly be used on yachts, cabin cruisers and other boats with a swim platform,” Houser said. “We even offer and extra-long rear-mount ladder as well for houseboats and unique situations.”

AquaStairs is currently adding a new rear entry product that is made of stainless steel, to compliment today’s more chrome pontoons. It is expected to be available this fall.

For more information, visit aquastairs.com.

Practice Safe Boating

Use life jackets, stay sober and monitor the weather to try and prevent boating accidents!

CONCRETE/MASONRY

Driveways, walkways replaced or repaired, concrete, masonry, grading, foundations repaired, waterproofing, and retaining walls. Joe Sullivan, 770 616-0576.

JUNK REMOVAL

Throw Away Today LLC

Call/Text 678-787-9578. Our small business will beat any written estimate!

"Moon Rise II, Lake Lanier, June 3, 2023” by Anne Brodie Hill

Anne Brodie Hill, ASMA, GWS

Lake Lanier Artist www.annebrodiehill.com • 770-718-7586

Lake Sidney Lanier & Gainesville prints, Postcards, Notecards Original Oil, Acrylic, and Watercolor Paintings

Gallery on the Square, 118 Main Street, Gainesville, GA

Other Fine Artists at Gallery (www.gallerysq.com)

Ann Alexander, Pam Kohler-Camp, Lydia Ferguson, Ann Goble, Jane Hemmer, Paula Hoffman, Shannon Hughs, Joyce Hornor, Connie Lynn Reilly and Shirley Seguin

Prints, postcards, notecards also available at: Quinlan Visual Arts Center, 514 Green Street, Gainesville, GA

Frame-Tastic, 565-B Shallowford Road, Gainesville, GA

Lake level: Down 1.25 feet

Temperature: 80s

Clarity: Mostly clear, stained creeks

Bass fishing

Bass fishing on Lake Lanier is good. Several methods are working right now to catch the bass. The swim bait bite with the Chrome Slick Stick Pro Series has been a very steady producer when worked over deeper brush and long points. The Cast 20 gram OG has been producing some good fish when worked early or late in the day on the same areas.

When there is a good wind the Chug Bug and the Gunfish have produced some good fish. If the fish won’t come up but they are either in or around the brush, a three eights Spotchoker Pro model with a small fluke has worked well and has brought in some big fish.

Count this bait down to the top depth of the brush and work it quickly by the brush with a very erratic action to trigger the bite. To catch the fish being stubborn in the brush a drop shot with a three eights weight and either a Lanier Baits Blue Lilly or Morning dawn will work.

We’re working the drop shot more in the calm weather in the middle of the day. The worm bite around the shady areas of the docks has been consistent but the size tends to be a little smaller. It’s that time of year to dodge the big cruisers and all the other crazies out there so be sure to wear your life vest and connect the kill switch. Hit the lake either early or late and Go Catch ‘Em!

This bass fishing report is by Phil Johnson: pjohnson15@hotmail.com, 770 366-8845.

Striper fishing: Lanier is in full summer mode. Using your electronics fine water 50-100' that has some type of closeness to a creek channel. All methods are available: flat lines, down lines, planer boards ... using blue back seem to be the bait of choice but water temperature is in the low 80 so change bait often.

Umbrella rigs and lead core have been producing some good results trolling 2.5 to 3.5 mph. Lead core 8 colors and umbrella rigs 130 feet behind the boat. Remember to wear your life jacket.

This striper report is by Buck Cannon, Buck Tails Guide Service, 404 510-1778.

Crappie fishing has been good! The warm water temperature is up so the fish are moving deeper. Recent catches mostly came from 10 to 15 feet deep over a 25-40 foot deep bottom. Look for docks near a channel. The gear I use for crappie fishing: Acc crappie stix 1 piece rod and reel with a 6-pound test k9 line, a black and chartreuse hair jig or a translucent atx lure company jig. Small minnows are working well. With the current conditions, you should have no problem landing some decent sized crappie!

This crappie report is by Captain Josh Thornton, 770 530-6493, www.crappieonlanier.com. Lakeside