4994 Goddards Ford Road, Gainesville, GA 30504

About this home

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 .72 acre peninsula. With 348 feet of Corps frontage on two sides and bordering 7 acres of protected US Corps of Engineers property, this 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 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. 1760 sf of covered and 192 sf of open deck, provide expansive outdoor living spaces featuring remote controlled screens, providing year round enjoyment with protection from wind, sun, and cooler temperatures. A detached backyard guest cottage serves as the ultimate entertaining haven, complete with a kitchenette, dual patios, and an outdoor fireplace, creating a captivating destination for guests' year round. 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 terrace-level suite 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.

How this list price compares in Gainesville

• List price is 506% above the Gainesville median list price of $494,950 (832 homes).
• Compared with 716 single-family homes in Gainesville: 450% above the median of $544,860.
• List price per square foot is 211% above the Gainesville median of $211/SF.
• 9 homes for sale in Lake Lanier- Private Dock.
• All 832 homes for sale in Gainesville, GA.
• 1,356 homes for sale in Hall County.

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type

Single-family home

Status

Active

Bedrooms

4

Full baths

4

Half baths

1

Living area

4,572 SF

Lot size

0.72 acres

Year built

2021

Levels

Two

Main-level bedrooms

2

Garage spaces

4

Parking

Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level

Basement

Finished, Finished Bath, Full

Style

Traditional

Construction

Cement Siding, HardiPlank Type, Stone

Roof

Composition

Flooring

Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Fireplaces

4

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater

Lot

Back Yard, Landscaped, Private

Community

Lake

HOA

No

Annual tax

$8,001 (2025)

County

Hall

Assigned schools

• HighChestatee
• MiddleChestatee
• ElementaryHall - Other

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.