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.
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.
Greater Lansing AoR #7724635
Jun 30, 2026
Listing Removed
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GAMLS #10697805
Jun 30, 2026
Listing Removed
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Feb 24, 2026
Listed
$3,295,000
$721/sq ft
FMLS #6507770
May 3, 2019
Sold
$385,000
$84/sq ft
Mar 7, 2019
Pending
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Feb 18, 2019
Listed
$399,900
$87/sq ft
GAMLS #8529064
May 3, 2019
Sold
$385,000
$84/sq ft
Mar 7, 2019
Pending
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Feb 18, 2019
Listed
$399,900
$87/sq ft
GAMLS #8529066
Mar 7, 2019
Pending
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Mar 3, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 18, 2019
Listed
$399,900
$87/sq ft
GAMLS #8353973
Jul 26, 2018
Listing Removed
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Apr 3, 2018
Listed
$398,700
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 28, 2000
Sold
$152,500
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,001 (−4.9%)
$87,840 + $272,480
$360,320
2024
$8,410 (+4.8%)
$87,840 + $272,480
$360,320
2023
$8,028 (+7.1%)
$87,040 + $261,760
$348,800
2022
$7,496 (+150.0%)
$87,040 + $250,080
$337,120
2021
$2,998 (−2.2%)
$87,040 + $200,480
$287,520
2020
$3,066 (+8.3%)
$87,040 + $24,480
$111,520
2019
$2,830 (+5.6%)
$87,040 + $14,120
$101,160
2018
$2,679 (+1.7%)
$79,840 + $12,680
$92,520
2017
$2,634 (+2.8%)
$79,840 + $12,040
$91,880
2016
$2,563 (+116.3%)
$79,840 + $12,040
$91,880
2014
$1,185 (−2.2%)
$95,800 + $19,000
$114,800
2013
$1,212 (−10.1%)
$29,312 + $11,231
$40,543
2012
$1,348 (−0.2%)
$36,639 + $12,029
$48,668
2010
$1,351
$36,639 + $16,623
$53,262
2009
$1,351 (−9.2%)
$36,639 + $16,623
$53,262
2008
$1,488
$48,852 + $10,026
$58,878
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
164 ft.
Lot depth
153 ft.
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Finished Sq. Ft.
252
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
252
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hall County
APN
08061 000015A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gainesville, GA • 30504
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 4994 Goddards Ford Rd
$3,149,290
$125K under list price of $3.27M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $780K to $3.4M.