Turnkey Lake Lanier living meets investment opportunity in this fully furnished, short-term rental-ready retreat with year-round deep water, currently approximately 9 feet at the private dock! This exceptional lake home offers a rare opportunity to purchase completely furnished, creating the ultimate move-in ready escape for full-time living, weekend getaways, or a proven short-term rental investment on Lake Lanier. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home welcomes you with a level driveway and inviting front porch that leads into a thoughtfully designed interior with an effortless flow. The foyer opens to a spacious family room currently enjoyed as a recreation space before continuing into the impressive great room featuring a cozy fireplace and a wall of windows showcasing sparkling lake views. The bright, open kitchen is the heart of the home and features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, generous cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast area. A separate dining room provides ample space for hosting family and friends, making gatherings both comfortable and memorable. The main level features a spacious primary suite with an oversized en suite with two walk in closets, along with an additional half bath and another full bath conveniently located off the kitchen, ideal for quick clean-ups after a day on the lake. A large laundry room with utility sink offers the perfect space for managing lake gear, towels, and outdoor essentials. Upstairs, 3 generously sized bedrooms, a flex space, bonus room and a full bath provide plenty of comfortable accommodations for guests and extended family, making this home ideal for large gatherings or vacation rental use. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with an expansive screened porch overlooking the water, a side deck perfectly suited for a hot tub, and a separate grilling deck with ample space for outdoor dining and relaxing. A gentle walk, perfect for every family member, leads to your private single-slip dock with party deck and electricity, offering year-round deep water and wide open lake views, perfect for boating, swimming, and sunset evenings on Lake Lanier. Additional features include abundant parking, two fenced yard areas for children and pets, and a storage shed for all your lake toys and equipment. Ideally located on a quiet street just minutes from War Hill Park boat ramp, Athens Boat Club, GA-400, Dawsonville shopping and dining, Dahlonega, hiking trails, and North Georgia wineries, this property combines peaceful lakefront living with convenient access to everything the region has to offer. Whether you're searching for a luxury lakefront retreat, a turnkey vacation home, or a Lake Lanier investment property, this exceptional offering delivers the ultimate lake lifestyle, schedule your private showing today and experience it for yourself!
Turnkey Lake Lanier living meets investment opportunity in this fully furnished, short-term rental-ready retreat with year-round deep water, currently approximately 9 feet at the private dock! This exceptional lake home offers a rare opportunity to purchase completely furnished, creating the ultimate move-in ready escape for full-time living, weekend getaways, or a proven short-term rental investment on Lake Lanier. Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home welcomes you with a level driveway and inviting front porch that leads into a thoughtfully designed interior with an effortless flow. The foyer opens to a spacious family room currently enjoyed as a recreation space before continuing into the impressive great room featuring a cozy fireplace and a wall of windows showcasing sparkling lake views. The bright, open kitchen is the heart of the home and features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, generous cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast area. A separate dining room provides ample space for hosting family and friends, making gatherings both comfortable and memorable. The main level features a spacious primary suite with an oversized en suite with two walk in closets, along with an additional half bath and another full bath conveniently located off the kitchen, ideal for quick clean-ups after a day on the lake. A large laundry room with utility sink offers the perfect space for managing lake gear, towels, and outdoor essentials. Upstairs, 3 generously sized bedrooms, a flex space, bonus room and a full bath provide plenty of comfortable accommodations for guests and extended family, making this home ideal for large gatherings or vacation rental use. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with an expansive screened porch overlooking the water, a side deck perfectly suited for a hot tub, and a separate grilling deck with ample space for outdoor dining and relaxing. A gentle walk, perfect for every family member, leads to your private single-slip dock with party deck and electricity, offering year-round deep water and wide open lake views, perfect for boating, swimming, and sunset evenings on Lake Lanier. Additional features include abundant parking, two fenced yard areas for children and pets, and a storage shed for all your lake toys and equipment. Ideally located on a quiet street just minutes from War Hill Park boat ramp, Athens Boat Club, GA-400, Dawsonville shopping and dining, Dahlonega, hiking trails, and North Georgia wineries, this property combines peaceful lakefront living with convenient access to everything the region has to offer. Whether you're searching for a luxury lakefront retreat, a turnkey vacation home, or a Lake Lanier investment property, this exceptional offering delivers the ultimate lake lifestyle, schedule your private showing today and experience it for yourself!
GAMLS #10691036
Aug 12, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jun 19, 2026
Price Changed
$1,015,000
$289/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Price Changed
$1,040,000
$296/sq ft
Feb 12, 2026
Listed
$1,050,000
$299/sq ft
GAMLS #10598966
Jan 29, 2026
Listing Removed
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Sep 5, 2025
Listed
$1,050,000
$299/sq ft
FMLS #7035596
Jul 21, 2022
Sold
$916,585
$261/sq ft
Jun 29, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2022
Contingent
—
Jun 7, 2022
Price Changed
$995,000
$283/sq ft
May 28, 2022
Price Changed
$1,050,000
$299/sq ft
May 28, 2022
Relisted
—
Apr 26, 2022
Contingent
—
Apr 22, 2022
Listed
$995,000
$283/sq ft
GAMLS #10040683
Jul 21, 2022
Sold
$916,585
$261/sq ft
Jun 22, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 7, 2022
Price Changed
$995,000
$283/sq ft
May 28, 2022
Relisted
—
May 28, 2022
Price Changed
$1,050,000
$299/sq ft
Apr 26, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2022
Listed
$995,000
$283/sq ft
FMLS #6608125
Aug 5, 2020
Sold
$579,900
$165/sq ft
Jul 17, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2020
Contingent
—
Nov 18, 2019
Price Changed
$579,900
$165/sq ft
Aug 26, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$168/sq ft
GAMLS #8648414
Aug 5, 2020
Sold
$579,900
$165/sq ft
Jul 8, 2020
Pending
—
Nov 18, 2019
Price Changed
$579,900
$165/sq ft
Aug 26, 2019
Listed
$589,900
$168/sq ft
GAMLS #7267785
Jun 23, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Apr 3, 2017
Relisted
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Apr 1, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Dec 16, 2016
Price Changed
$639,000
$182/sq ft
Mar 21, 2016
Relisted
—
Mar 21, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jun 18, 2015
Price Changed
$650,000
$185/sq ft
May 12, 2015
Relisted
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May 9, 2015
Listing Removed
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Oct 6, 2014
Relisted
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Oct 4, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jul 17, 2014
Price Changed
$659,000
$188/sq ft
May 9, 2014
Listed
$679,900
$194/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 7, 2006
Sold
$544,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 6, 1995
Sold
$110,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,227 (+1.0%)
$190,040 + $192,880
$382,920
2024
$6,167 (+2.4%)
$190,040 + $192,880
$382,920
2023
$6,025 (+7.8%)
$191,121 + $175,513
$366,634
2022
$5,590 (+14.4%)
$191,121 + $175,513
$366,634
2021
$4,888 (+5.1%)
$113,120 + $147,800
$260,920
2020
$4,650 (−1.1%)
$94,240 + $102,280
$196,520
2019
$4,702 (−0.2%)
$94,240 + $102,760
$197,000
2018
$4,711 (+9.1%)
$94,240 + $102,760
$197,000
2017
$4,319 (+9.0%)
$60,000 + $120,603
$180,603
2015
$3,963 (+2.9%)
$52,500 + $117,951
$170,451
2014
$3,851 (+19.2%)
$52,500 + $98,646
$151,146
2013
$3,230 (−0.3%)
$42,000 + $84,498
$126,498
2012
$3,240 (−5.2%)
$42,000 + $91,436
$133,436
2010
$3,419
$52,500 + $90,890
$143,390
2009
$3,419
$52,500 + $99,888
$152,388
2008
$3,419
$52,500 + $99,888
$152,388
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
194 ft.
Lot depth
122 ft.
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,513
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,513
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dawson County
APN
L20 037
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
VCR
Vacation Cottage Restricted District
The VCR District has been removed.] No applications to rezone property to this district will be heard by the planning commission or the board of commissioners, however other public hearing applications and development permits within those districts shall be accepted. Vacation cottage restricted districts are areas where substantial investment in permanent residences has been and will be made.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Oct 31, 2024 • Final
Building (residential) - short term rental/bed and breakfast
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Dawsonville, GA • 30534
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 504 Sams Rd
$998,940
$60 under list price of $999K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $730K to $1.2M.