Buyers beware, Lake life is addictive!!!!! Our sellers bought this charming cottage just under a year ago and have decided to expand into a larger residence on the lake. The two-story single slip party dock is perfect for gatherings/sunbathing and is located in deep water on an open cove, and has been upgraded with new Fortress decking. Over 200 ft of expansive lake frontage and views with space between you & the neighboring docks. With over $80,000 in recent renovations on a 1.32-acre +/- lot this won't last long! Exterior upgrades include adding a new extended driveway, stone sidewalk & fire pit w/ seating area, and fenced area for dogs. Upgrades to the home include adding a new exterior half bathroom (perfect for wet guests), a finished laundry room, solid wood stained walls and ceilings in bedrooms, closets with barn doors in bedrooms, solid wood doors throughout, a new water heater, new light fixtures & fans in bedrooms, and custom wood shutters on windows in bunk room. The completely remodeled and expanded main bathroom has been gutted to the studs and now has a new Italian tile shower and solid brass fixtures. All carpet has been replaced with commercial grade carpet in all bedrooms. Don't be fooled by the smaller sq ft, between the two good sized bedrooms and large bunk room, the home can sleep over 8 people. Property has an open kitchen and living room, with screened inside porch, and large front porch. Convenient location on the lake, close to Dawsonville shopping and GA 400, close to Athens Boat Club and War Hill Park. Location is so close to city you can order Uber Eats delivered right to your dock or use Instacart for your guests!!! New roof, new gutters and exterior paint in 2021. No HOA. Don't get scared of quirky year-round Halloween decorations, we have to use them to scare our guests into leaving or they don't want to go home! Weather it's used as a primary home, as a vacation home, a lot to build your dream home, or an investment property, this is your opportunity to own a lake property less than 45 min from city of Atlanta!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
1.32 acresLot Size
$438Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by FEROZA SYED• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with MICHAEL SCHIFF• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Source:FMLS #7245985
Redfin Estimate
$730,638
$22K since sold in August 2023$27K since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 28% higher than the average sale price ($571K) of 6 comparable homes.
Adorable lake cottage on year round deep water and beautiful open cove. Single slip party dock in deep water. New Fortress decking on the dock. Beautiful expansive lake views and plenty of space between you and the neighboring docks. Enjoy the sunrise from the dock or sitting on your quaint front porch looking at beautiful Lake Lanier. Fireside evenings as the you enjoy the 1.32 acres of space. Enjoy the house as is or build your dream home on this large lot. Entry for the lot can be off Sams Rd by the house or at the top of the lot off Pirkle Leake Rd. This rustic cabin has room for everyone! Two bedrooms with good size and a large bunk room. Open kitchen and living room with screened in side porch and large front porch. Convenient location on the lake, close to Dawsonville shopping and GA 400, close to Athens Boat Club and War Hill Park. New roof, new gutters and exterior paint in 2021. No HOA. Great house and lot! Won’t last long!
GAMLS #8020279
Oct 28, 2016
Sold
$314,500
$188/sq ft
Sep 19, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 29, 2016
Price Changed
$354,900
$213/sq ft
Jun 17, 2016
Listed
$379,500
$227/sq ft
FMLS #5707838
Oct 28, 2016
Sold
$314,500
$188/sq ft
Sep 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2016
Price Changed
$354,900
$213/sq ft
Jun 17, 2016
Listed
$379,500
$227/sq ft
Lake View year round! Big water has Deep water always will never go dry! Single slip covered dock has party deck on top and party platform on side with jet ski parking pad to keep jet ski out of harms way and out of water, $700 value. Rocking chair front porch,furniture can stay except for one table. Boat and jet ski for sale. War Hill Park right down the street w/boat ramp/camping/beach. There is a back entrance to lot off Pirkle Leake Rd, then right on War Hill Circle. Jet Ski and boat trailer are parked in the backyard. Could build another home back there.
Public Records
Oct 20, 2005
Sold
$250,000
$150/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 11, 1992
Sold
$115,900
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 22, 1971
Sold
$20,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,826 (+0.1%)
$211,320 + $85,456
$296,776
2024
$4,820 (+8.6%)
$211,320 + $85,456
$296,776
2023
$4,437 (+5.0%)
$194,748 + $75,253
$270,001
2022
$4,226 (+12.3%)
$194,748 + $75,253
$270,001
2021
$3,762 (−4.5%)
$151,200 + $46,048
$197,248
2020
$3,941 (+1.8%)
$126,000 + $40,528
$166,528
2019
$3,871 (−0.2%)
$126,000 + $36,208
$162,208
2018
$3,879 (+47.3%)
$126,000 + $36,208
$162,208
2017
$2,634 (+28.3%)
$60,000 + $50,147
$110,147
2015
$2,053 (−0.2%)
$52,500 + $33,316
$85,816
2014
$2,057 (+21.1%)
$52,500 + $28,233
$80,733
2013
$1,698 (+3.2%)
$42,000 + $24,506
$66,506
2012
$1,646 (−24.3%)
$42,000 + $25,789
$67,789
2010
$2,175
$70,000 + $24,782
$94,782
2009
$2,175
$70,000 + $26,946
$96,946
2008
$2,175
$70,000 + $26,946
$96,946
Tax history for 353 Sams Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,826 (+0.1%)
$211,320 + $85,456
$296,776
2024
$4,820 (+8.6%)
$211,320 + $85,456
$296,776
2023
$4,437 (+5.0%)
$194,748 + $75,253
$270,001
2022
$4,226 (+12.3%)
$194,748 + $75,253
$270,001
2021
$3,762 (−4.5%)
$151,200 + $46,048
$197,248
2020
$3,941 (+1.8%)
$126,000 + $40,528
$166,528
2019
$3,871 (−0.2%)
$126,000 + $36,208
$162,208
2018
$3,879 (+47.3%)
$126,000 + $36,208
$162,208
2017
$2,634 (+28.3%)
$60,000 + $50,147
$110,147
2015
$2,053 (−0.2%)
$52,500 + $33,316
$85,816
2014
$2,057 (+21.1%)
$52,500 + $28,233
$80,733
2013
$1,698 (+3.2%)
$42,000 + $24,506
$66,506
2012
$1,646 (−24.3%)
$42,000 + $25,789
$67,789
2010
$2,175
$70,000 + $24,782
$94,782
2009
$2,175
$70,000 + $26,946
$96,946
2008
$2,175
$70,000 + $26,946
$96,946
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
203 ft.
Lot depth
480 ft.
Lot size
1.32 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,670
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dawson County
APN
L20 048
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 3
Parking Features: Driveway, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Plantation Shutters
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen,Laminate Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Other
Room Type: Other
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,670
Construction Materials: Block
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Storage
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Slab
Dock: Boat Lift, Covered/1 Slip, Deepwater Access, Dock, Dock Permit
Other Structures: Boat House, Shed(s), Other
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Waterfrontage Length: 204
TaxLegalDescription: CHAS MARTIN LOT 31
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Electric
Water Source: Well
Electric: 110 Volts, Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Kilough
Middle Or Junior School: Dawson County
High School: Dawson County
Location Information
Directions: From War Hill Park Rd, turn right on Sams Rd. House will be on the left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Community Information
Community Features: Boating, Lake
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,670
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Dawson County
APN: L20 048
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
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Schools
Kilough Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
6/10
Dawson County Middle School
Public 6-7 • Assigned • 8.3mi
5/10
Dawson County High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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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, 17 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
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Estimated sale price
$695,000 – $841,000
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