$3,295,000

Experience Lake Lanier's Finest living at 4994 Goddards Ford Road in Gainesville, a rare waterfront retreat with private deep-water dock offering extraordinary sunset views and resort style amenities on a private peninsula. With 348 feet of Corps frontage and bordering 7 acres of protected US Corps of Engineers property, this… Read More estate delivers unmatched privacy and natural beauty. A paved path, suitable for walking or golf cart use, guides you to the property line and onto an extended Corps trail leading directly to the deep water 32' x 32' twin slip dock with a party deck-a premier lakeside setup ideal for boating enthusiasts. This lakefront lot also offers potential space for a future pool, expanding your outdoor living possibilities. A detached guest cottage with 288 sf serves as the ultimate entertaining haven, complete with a kitchenette, dual patios, and an outdoor fireplace, creating a captivating destination for guests year-round. Inside, dramatic architectural elements define the home's luxurious atmosphere, beginning with soaring 22-foot ceilings, solid wood beams, elegant, curved arches, hardwood floors and an arched stone accent wall. Vaulted tongue and groove ceilings extend into the great room, screened porch, and primary suite. The home has four oversized masonry fireplaces: each wood burning with natural gas, in the great room, terrace level and two on outside porches. A fully operational elevator with automatic closing door ensures seamless access between the main and terrace levels, supporting comfort and accessibility throughout the home. Expansive covered and screened outdoor living spaces feature remote controlled screens, providing year-round enjoyment with protection from wind, sun, and cooler temperatures. The gourmet kitchen open to the great room impresses with a premium KitchenAid stainless appliance suite, including gas range with double oven, six burners, griddle, dishwasher, refrigerator, and built in ice maker. Designer quartz countertops, a waterfall edge island with integrated cabinetry, and custom maple cabinetry and oversized island complete this luxury culinary space. A walk-in pantry and a thoughtfully designed wet room entry from the garage add everyday convenience. The home offers four ensuite bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite on the main level with heated tile floors, multi head showers-including five shower heads in the primary-and dual vanities with custom closets. One of two terrace-level suites is outfitted with full handicapped accessible features, ensuring comfort for all. A main level ensuite doubles as a convertible office for flexible use. The finished terrace level is ready for entertaining with open concept layout featuring a game room, family room with stone fireplace, and wet bar. Open to an expansively covered outdoor living area. Tech forward features include a hardwired indoor/outdoor audio system, high efficiency WiFi disc network, fiber optic internet, and an extensive security camera system, with outdoor hardwired units plus Ring cameras in select bedrooms. Additional highlights include wiring for 10 TV locations, exterior 110/220V power to the dock, and dual HVAC systems with natural gas. Car enthusiasts will appreciate the four oversized garages-measuring 27 x 24 ft and 22 x 28 ft-with epoxy coated two tone flooring. The home's dramatic scale continues with 22 and 10 ft main living area ceiling heights and a 16 ft terrace-level ceiling. Read Less

Listing courtesy of Sheila Davis Group [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 18, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,572

Lot Size

0.72 Acres

Year Built

2021

MLS Number

10697805

30 Days Snapshot Of 30504

$333k

-14%

(avg) sold price

-28%

homes sold

-16%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Kitchen, Shower Access Wheelchair

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater

Basement

Daylight, Finished, Full

Building

2,386 finished sqft above grade, 2,186 finished sqft below grade, 200 unfinished sqft below grade, 4,572 total finished sqft, Built in 2021, Traditional, Stone, Two, House

Community

Lake

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Dining Room

Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo

Exterior Features

Balcony, Dock, Veranda, Deck, Patio

Fireplaces

4 fireplaces, Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Outside

Floors

Hardwood, Tile

Water Features

Water body: Lanier, 348 waterfront footage, Lake

Heating

Natural Gas

Home Owner's Association

None

Interior Features

Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Tile Bath, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar

Kitchen

Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Pantry

Laundry

In Kitchen

Lot

Land Lot: 61, Leased Land: No, 0.72 acres, Private

Energy Saving

Insulation

Parking

Parking Total: 4, Attached, Garage, Kitchen Level

Property

2 dock slips, No Common Walls, Lakefront, Guest House, Outbuilding, Resale, Single Family Residence, Lake

Roof

Composition

Security Features

Smoke Detector(s)

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Annual Amount: $8,306, Year: 24

Utilities

220 Volts, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Public

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