This beautifully wooded residential development is the highest private mountain lake community in Georgia, just 60 miles northeast of north Atlanta with view lots from $150,000 and large lake lots from the mid $200,000's.
Lake Laceola is an environmentally conscious 1,100-acre gated community bordering the Chattahoochee National Forest, where approximately 200 acres have been set aside in permanent conservation easement. The 120 acre private lake has a constant water level fed by nine mountain streams.
Homeowners have access to a lakeside clubhouse, a private swimming pool and fitness center, a community boat dock and a network of hiking and biking trails among stands of mature hardwoods, wild azalea and laurel.
About a third of the total plan is lakefront property. Most other lots border private conservation areas or National Forest lands, and every homesite is developed with a "see but don't be seen" concept to ensure maximum views while maintaining privacy from neighboring homes. The higher elevations – up to 2,700 feet – offer dramatic long-range mountain views, while waterfront lots provide the luxury of direct lake access and private boathouses.
Acreage: 1,100 acres (445 hectares)
Gatehouse: Privacy is assured by secure gated entry to the development.
Clubhouse: The spacious lodge-style clubhouse situated on a point overlooking Laceola Lake features an expansive great room, a well-equipped kitchen, a library, a full bar and an outdoor gathering area with a stone fireplace and grill.
Golf Nearby: The Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club offers a beautiful mountain golfing experience about 10 minutes from the property. Other nearby courses include the Mossy Creek Golf Course, the Nicklaus Golf Club at Birch River, the Apple Mountain Golf Club and the Achasta Golf Club.
Boating & Fishing: The 110-acre private lake with 5 miles of shoreline is fully stocked with trout, hybrid bass, walleye and blue gill, and is equipped with eight solar-powered electronic fish feeders. Pontoon boats are available at the community boat dock, and personal canoes and motor boats up to 9.9 horsepower are welcome.
Swimming & Fitness: A private swimming pool and fitness center are located at the community clubhouse. Residents also enjoy a network of recreational trails on the property, plus easy access to the extensive trail systems and unspoiled waterways of the adjacent Chattahoochee National Forest.
Area Attractions: Laceola is surrounded by miles of magnificent mountain wilderness ideal for hiking and backpacking, hunting, fishing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and bird watching. Other local attractions include the Bavarian-themed village of Helen and the spectacular Anna Ruby Falls.
Dining & Shopping: Residents will find a good selection of local restaurants, supermarkets and other retailers a few miles from the development in the town of Cleveland. More extensive dining and shopping options are accessible in nearby Gainesville and throughout the vibrant Atlanta metropolitan area to the south.
Health Care: The 49-bed Chestatee Regional Hospital located 15 miles from the development provides 24-hour emergency care and a range of inpatient and outpatient services. Also nearby is the Northeast Georgia Medical Center, a major regional hospital 20 miles away in Gainesville.
Lots: Ready-to-build homesites with county water and fire protection are priced from $150,000 to $375,000.
Homes: All homes will reflect the great Adirondack tradition of blending natural materials with elegant architecture, and will be restricted to a minimum of 1,800 square feet on the main level and 2,500 square feet overall. Prices range from $400,000 to $1 million or more.