Experience elevated mountain living with stunning Lake Rabun views! Tucked away on over 5 private acres, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom estate offers the perfect blend of Lake and Mountain Life. Situated on all paved roads with easy access to downtown Lakemont and Clayton, this home offers both seclusion and convenience. The main level features an open-concept living space that seamlessly flows into a spacious screened porch-ideal for relaxed outdoor living and dining. Step out onto the expansive deck, which wraps around the side of the home, providing even more room for entertaining while soaking in the lake views. The main level includes a guest suite with a private balcony and ensuite bath, along with an additional guest bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, a flexible area is perfect for a home office or lounge space and leads to a bright guest suite with numerous windows and a private bath. The upper level also features a generous primary suite with a walk-in closet, updated bath, and a private balcony with views of the lake. The terrace level offers even more living space, including a second family room, laundry area with built-ins, exercise room, and a spacious bunk room that opens to both a screened porch and an open deck-ideal for guests or extended family. Head down to the lake to enjoy the upper level of the boathouse with panoramic views or relax by the dock, set in front of a natural beach area that's perfect for children and pets. This one-of-a-kind mountain-lake retreat is move-in ready and waiting to be enjoyed this summer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
5.03 acresLot Size
$576Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Lake Team• Ansley RE | Christie's Int'l RE
Bought with The Lake Team• Ansley RE | Christie's Int'l RE
Waterfront Features: Deep Water Access, Lake, Lake Privileges, Swim Dock, Utility Company Controlled
Water Body Name: Lake Rabun
Building Information
Year Built: 1981
Building Area Total: 4124
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: LR03 021 L
Tax Annual Amount: 4573.21
Tax Year: 24
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 3540 Lake Rabun Road, Lakemont GA 30552
City: Lakemont
County Or Parish: Rabun
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30552
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Lake Rabun
Coordinates: -83.456602,34.765594
Directions: From Clayton take Hwy 441 S to a Right onto Wiley Connector. Take a Left onto Old Hwy 441 S and follow to a Right onto Lake Rabun Rd. Home is located on the right side of the road and labeled "Steep Retreat", boathouse is directly across the street.
Community Information
Community Features: Lake, Marina
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,124
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Rabun County
APN: LR03 021 L
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 81
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
List Price: 2595000
Search Price: 2375000
Close Price: 2375000
Listing Id: 10701076
Original List Price: 2995000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-03-02
Close Date: 2026-08-27
Listing Contract Date: 2026-02-28
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-07-26
Off Market Date: 2026-07-26
Around this home
Schools
Rabun County Primary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 4.8mi
Rabun County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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Rabun County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Lakemont. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.07M – $2.50M
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