Have you ever dreamed of living in a permanent vacation home? With the onset of Spring Break, better known to us here as Masters Week, you are likely planning a trip to relax and recharge at a peaceful destination.
Today, I’m here to tell you that you could enjoy the novelty of peace and serenity in your own backyard every day, by living by the lake!
We are blessed to be surrounded by great lake life options. Lakeside living has jumped in popularity as life becomes more stressful and people choose to work remotely. One of the most enticing aspects of lakeside living near Augusta is its convenience to some major metropolitan areas. With easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and healthcare facilities, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds – the peace and privacy of lakeside living combined with the convenience of urban amenities.
In Augusta, we are located centrally between three popular lakes, giving us a unique opportunity to do more than just spend a weekend at the lake. Here are some of the most pertinent details related to each lake.
Lake Thurmond, also known as Clarks Hill Lake, has residential areas located as close as 28 miles from Downtown Augusta, Georgia. Known as the third largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River, it offers the largest shoreline with home sites available on the Georgia and South Carolina sides. This is a man-made lake maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers. This lake boasts nearly 71,100 acres of water, a shoreline of 1,200 miles and the entire area contains about 151,000 acres of land and water. These expansive numbers offer exciting and affordable lake properties near lake docks and often along private “dockable” properties. Properties listed today are priced as low as $100,000 and then surge to over $1.5 million.
Lake Oconee, the smallest on my list, is 85 miles from Downtown Augusta and 84 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, and boasts high-end home options and condo or retirement communities. This vibrant community is centered around a robust community offering a number of golf communities, including Reynolds Lake Oconee, Cuscowilla, and Harbor Club. Lake Oconee is home to the Georgia Power Company’s Wallace Hydroelectric Plant and has 374 miles formed along two smaller rivers. Condo living prices start around $95,000, and currently, the highest priced home along these pristine shores is listed for $7 million US dollars!!
Another popular choice is Lake Murray found in Lexington, South Carolina. This community is only 67 miles from Downtown Augusta and just a quick 14 miles to Columbia, South Carolina, making it the most desirable lake to live along of these three options. This lake is formed along the Saluda River and encompasses approximately 50,000 acres. With roughly 650 miles of shoreline, homes here can be purchased for a more affordable price with a current high of $3.5 million and a low of $75,000.
We’ve discovered that living at the lake is very attainable regardless of your budget or your commute. Those who have chosen to make lakeside living their normal day-to-day life experience an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, improving their overall quality of life. Waterfront real estate options, community amenities, and the proximity to city conveniences, provide an unparalleled lifestyle that appeals to residents of all ages and interests. Today, having a little extra peace is worth the drive so consider choosing one of our wonderful lakes for your next home site and experience a truly exceptional lifestyle that’s sure to make waves in your heart.
