Gainesville Homes with Boat Door Basement Type

Gainesville Homes with Boat Door Basement Type

Welcome to Gainesville, Georgia – a charming city nestled along the shores of Lake Lanier, known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community spirit. With its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and a plethora of outdoor activities, Gainesville offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. This thriving city is renowned for its excellent schools, diverse dining options, and a variety of shopping experiences, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

One of the most unique features of Gainesville's real estate market is the availability of homes with boat door basements. These innovative designs cater to the boating enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike, providing easy access to your watercraft right from the comfort of your home. Imagine effortlessly launching your boat into the sparkling waters of Lake Lanier, just moments from your doorstep! These specialized basements not only offer functional storage for your boat but also create an inviting space for entertaining friends and family after a day on the water.

Gainesville's welcoming neighborhoods are filled with a variety of architectural styles, ensuring that you will find the perfect home to suit your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a cozy retreat or a spacious family home, the properties with boat door basements in Gainesville promise a unique living experience that embraces the lake life. Discover the joys of lakeside living in Gainesville, where every day feels like a vacation! Come explore this vibrant community and find your dream home today.

Newest Gainesville Homes with Boat Door Basement Type

$600,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10820205 MLS
Wow!! This gorgeous custom home with year-round views of Lake Lanier offers so many desirable features and special touches - including a beautiful koi pond with stacked-stone waterfall! Situated on a large lot within a quiet lakeside neighborhood with a community dock, you'll be impressed the moment you walk in the door by the rounded staircase, soaring accented ceilings, and spacious flowing floorplan filled with natural light. The family room is the perfect gathering space, featuring 2-story vaulted ceilings with natural wood beams, built-in shelving and cabinets, a cozy fireplace, and a wall of windows with peaceful tree and lake views. Open to the family room, the kitchen includes granite counters, a large island, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet and counter space, and a sunny breakfast area. The oversized formal dining room provides a perfect welcoming space for entertaining and holiday meals. For guests, a convenient half bath showcases live edge wood shelves and a decorative vessel sink. Also on the main level, two secondary bedrooms share a full bathroom, complete with granite counters and recently updated flooring. Upstairs, the primary suite is truly a one-of-a-kind retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings with wood beams, large windows bringing in lots of natural light, a fireplace, spacious walk-in closet with handy adjacent laundry area and additional closet, and a spa-like ensuite bathroom with a large jetted tub, double vanities, a separate shower, and two linen closets. The additional room off the primary bedroom includes built-in storage cabinets and desk space, making it ideal for a home office - but could also be used as a nursery or workout area. The finished walk-out basement includes an updated full bathroom and plenty of space for a game room, office space, play room, or media area. Part of the finished basement area could also be converted to create a 4th bedroom. In addition to the large 2-car side-entry garage, an oversized 3rd garage, accessible from the rear of the home, makes a great space for a workshop, boat parking, and/or extra storage. Relax outside on the newly stained deck while taking in the serene setting or on the lower patio next to the koi pond and waterfall. The private backyard also features a large level lawn area, surrounded by mature trees and nature. Enjoy the beautiful colors in autumn, and expanded lake views in winter! The hardcoat stucco exterior has recently been painted. In addition to the community dock on Lake Lanier, Ridgewater on Lanier also has a swimming pool and tennis court. Conveniently located 10 minutes from GA-400 and only 15 minutes from the North Georgia Premium Outlets!

5748 Ridgewater Drive, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation.

$369,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10808075 MLS
Lake Lanier opportunity with a private single-slip, double-decker dock! If you've been waiting for the chance to own a lake property with dock access and make it your own, this is it. Located on sought-after Crystal Springs Road, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. The home features a finished basement with a boat door and generous storage space-perfect for storing lake toys, tools, and outdoor equipment. While the interior needs a complete renovation, the true value is the opportunity to create your dream lake retreat around one of the property's most desirable features: a private single-slip, double-decker dock ready for days on the water. Whether you envision a weekend getaway, full-time residence, or investment project, this property provides the chance to renovate to your own style while enjoying everything Lake Lanier has to offer. Spend your days boating, fishing, swimming, or relaxing on the dock before returning to a home designed exactly the way you want it. Bring your contractor, your imagination, and your plans. Properties with private docks are increasingly difficult to find, making this a rare opportunity to invest in the Lake Lanier lifestyle. Property is being sold AS-IS.

9285 Crystal Springs Road, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$1,775,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10790089 MLS
Open water, over 2 acre south lake estate with western exposure for the beautiful sunsets. Outdoor entertainment area is unparalleled with a newly re-landscaped and sodded lot, which includes a new driveway and walkway. The backyard is an entertainer's dream with a new deck and railing, a spacious Sportsplex area featuring a regulation size pickleball court, shuffleboard court, stone firepit, decorative retaining walls with built-in seating for your friends to watch those challenging matches. The property benefitted from dramatic tree removal to open up the lake view. This fabulous contemporary home, complete with new siding and stunning Tennessee stacked fieldstone accents, is perfectly situated on the highly desirable south end of Lake Lanier. This beautiful, remodeled home has four spacious bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms with an additional flex room or guest bedroom. The main level has new hardwood oak floors throughout, including the 2nd-floor primary bedroom. This lovely home has been thoroughly remodeled with new paint and updated trim throughout, new LED recessed lighting and ceiling fans have been installed. You'll love the open-concept great room with magnificent vaulted/beamed ceilings. It is warmed by one of the home's two stone fireplaces. The kitchen is a true focal point, featuring brand new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and appliances, complemented by a coffered ceiling that extends into the dining room. The new walk-in pantry provides great storage. Other interior upgrades include new plumbing fixtures, new bathroom vanities, quartz tops, a new powder room, and a main level bathroom with new tile and a new frameless glass enclosure. A stunning new staircase features cable rail handrails. The upper master suite is a private sanctuary, complete with a custom master closet, new primary bath, new decorative beams, and an adjacent four-season room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the pickleball court. The lower level offers an expansive finished basement with ceramic tile floors in the living/kitchenette area, shiplap accents and new luxury vinyl floors in the bedrooms and hallway. You'll also love the kitchenette, laundry area, and a second family room with another warm and cozy fireplace. This level also benefits from a new lower-level HVAC system, along with another bedroom, and an additional room that would be perfect for a dedicated bunk room. Storage is plentiful, including a sub-basement that can be used for golf cart parking, workshop or extra storage. Extensive exterior work includes a new entry door and entry porch, exterior doors at the rear of the home, a completely new 2 car garage, including a separate golf cart entrance and a newly designed roof with composition shingles and a metal roof. The large lot offers plenty of room for a future pool and/or gazebo-pool house. A golf cart-friendly, gravel access road leads to the covered, single-slip dock on deep water, where you can enjoy beautiful western view sunsets. You are very close to 3 lakeside restaurants and Sunrise Cove Marina to fill up your boat! Within 10 minutes, you can be in downtown Flowery Branch, which offers the cutest coffee shop, Whole Being Cafe, with amazing breakfast and lunch choices, Carolines on Main for brunch, Antebellum Restaurant for fine dining, Peyton's Pies for gourmet pizza, Better Days, a really cool cocktail bar; and Whistle-Q for some good ole Texas BBQ. Every Thursday you will LOVE the Flowery Branch farmers market with very unique food choices and gifts. 985 is only minutes away to head into Atlanta to the airport, concerts or sporting events. Located within a swim/tennis community, this property offers the rare flexibility of an optional HOA and no rental restrictions. You are around the corner from the community pool, playground, clubhouse and tennis/pickleball courts. This is an amazing location on the lake! Please call to arrange a private viewing.

5535 Hidden Harbor Drive, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Atl. Partners.

$549,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10784053 MLS
Beautiful 1.5-story home with wraparound porch nestled on 1.24 gorgeous acres in a desirable Lake Lanier community. This stunning property offers 4 bedrooms plus a bonus/potential 5th bedroom, 4 full bathrooms, office on the main level, and a private in-law suite featuring a second kitchen. The vaulted great room showcases a gas fireplace with stone accent and is filled with natural light from abundant windows throughout. The primary suite on the main level includes a jetted soaking tub and walk-in closet. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen features white cabinetry, an island, coffee bar, pantry, and breakfast room. Formal dining room comfortably seats 12 or more. Enjoy outdoor living with two expansive rear sun decks perfect for grilling and entertaining on both the main and lower levels. New storage shed accommodates tools and lawn equipment. Additional highlights include a 1-car garage on the lower level, and can fit two cars deep with a workshop. Long wide driveway for the main entrance providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, RVs, campers, or boats, and a second driveway designed for access to the in-law Suite. Newly painted interior and exterior make this home move-in ready. There are hardwood, laminate, and ceramic tile flooring throughout, and three HVAC units. Rarely found with this level of charm, character, and versatility. Fantastic location close to Waterfront dining, Boating, Fishing, Lake Lanier parks, and recreation. This one will sell fast. NO HOA!

3523 Lighthouse Lane, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Lanier Partners.

$470,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10772653 MLS
Location Location Location! Beautiful home located on Lake Lanier in a private, gated community in Gainesville, GA. Situated near the Blue Ridge Mountains, this property offers the perfect blend of mountain proximity and lakefront living. The home features Stunning Views: Enjoy year-round lake sunsets from the wrap-around porch, master bedroom, and living room. Key Upgrades: The property includes a new AC unit, updated plumbing, and a cozy fireplace. Expansion Potential: A full basement is available, providing the space to add two additional bedrooms and a bathroom. Parking: Two large driveways offer ample space for an RV, boat, or jet skis. The gated community provides excellent amenities, including a deep-water boat ramp, a shared boat dock, a pool, and tennis courts. Please note that the HOA fee is only $1,250 per year, and no rentals are allowed within the community. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from both Dawsonville and Gainesville, the home is also only an hour and 20 minutes from the Atlanta airport. Come and visit Timberidge on Lake Lanier!

6185 Timberidge Drive, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Homesmart Realty Partners.

$995,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10709834 MLS
This community was made for long summer days, sunset cruises, and weekends that stretch a little longer than planned. Set within a private gated enclave known for its welcoming atmosphere and exceptional amenities, this beautifully appointed home offers the kind of lake lifestyle people wait years to enjoy. Even better, the wait is already over. A covered boat slip is able to be purchased from the HOA within two weeks of buying this home, a rare and highly sought after opportunity that allows you to skip the community waitlist and get straight to life on the water. With easy access to the lake, spontaneous boat rides, early morning fishing, and sunset gatherings become part of your everyday rhythm. Inside, the home is designed for living well and hosting with ease. The layout flows naturally for both relaxed daily life and lively gatherings, creating spaces where friends linger and family naturally comes together. Downstairs, the expansive basement offers the perfect retreat for extended visitors, game nights, movie marathons, or a comfortable guest suite when the lake weekend turns into an extended stay. Out back, a generous backyard provides plenty of room to spread out, unwind, and entertain after a day on the water. Think summer cookouts, kids running across the grass, and evenings spent around the table sharing stories from the day on the lake. A 24 hour manned gate provides peace of mind, while the golf cart friendly streets make it easy to connect with neighbors, head to the marina, or simply enjoy a ride through the community. Every detail here supports a lifestyle that feels relaxed, social, and effortlessly fun. This is more than just a home. It is the backdrop for summers on the lake, weekends with friends, and the kind of memories that keep everyone coming back.

3552 Lake Ridge Drive, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty.

$699,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10594540 MLS
Back on the market at no fault of sellers! Fall in love with this 4-side brick home on a full unfinished basement, tucked inside one of Gainesville's most desirable small executive neighborhoods - just minutes from downtown! From the moment you step into the vaulted two-story foyer, you'll be welcomed by rich hardwoods and timeless trim details. Just off the foyer, a beautiful home office makes working from home effortless, while a formal dining room sets the stage for gatherings and celebrations. The chef's kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinetry flows seamlessly into the living spaces. A main-level laundry room adds everyday convenience. Retreat to the oversized owner's suite on the main level, where you'll find a spa-inspired ensuite with a tile-surround shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities-your private escape at the end of the day. Upstairs, 4 generous secondary bedrooms with ensuite baths provide space for everyone. The full unfinished basement offers endless opportunities to expand-movie room, gym, or custom in law suite-the choice is yours. Outdoor living is unmatched with two screened-in porches! Enjoy Newer roof, unbeatable location, and true luxury living in the heart of Gainesville. Walk to the Downtown Square for dining, shopping, and community events, with easy access to Lake Lanier, Olympic Park, the University of North Georgia, I-985 and the hospital just 5 minutes away, this home blends luxury, lifestyle, and convenience like no other.

306 Vinings Walk NW, Gainesville

Listing courtesy of Engel & V?lkers Atlanta.

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