The city of Atlanta is huge! It’s spread out and the traffic can be horrendous! More and more people are moving closer to their work or where they love to play in order to avoid long delays in the traffic.

One quiet oasis is located just 7 miles outside the perimeter in Gwinnett County. It’s called the City of Berkeley Lake. Berkeley Lake is a short drive off I-285. You’ll take the Peachtree Industrial Exit and head north for those quick 7 miles. In case you encounter traffic, you can choose to stay on PIB (Peachtree Industrial) or take a left and follow Peachtree Parkway through the growing city of Peachtree Corners.

Berkeley Lake was established back in the 50’s as a small fishing village for city of Atlanta residents. Peachtree Industrial did not exist, and Buford Hightway was a dirt road. This 88 acre, spring fed lake is crystal clear and is now considered the most affluent town in the state of Georgia. 

Home to small cottages, large mansions, and everything you can imagine, you’ll find just what you need in the city of Berkeley Lake. Some say it’s like Mayberry meets Virginia/Highlands. You’ll find wonderful friends, neighbors, and families to mix and mingle with in this friendly community. Find someone who lives in one of the 125 lakefront homes and head out on their pontoon boat for an afternoon ride. Or, join the HOA (for only $300/year) and store a kayak or paddle board at the members only beach or picnic grounds.

So many Atlantans have never heard of this best kept secret. We like to say “live like it’s vacation everyday!” Your blood pressure appears to go down when you spend time gazing at the water and our many trees (we are also known as a “tree city”).  You’ll find someone ready to play a game of beach volleyball, bike or walk around the lake, or throw out a line to catch “the big one”.

See more at Berkeley Lake’s HOA website and the cities website

Look for many sunset photos & pics of the lake at BLHA Facebook page and my Facebook page.

You’ll be glad you moved to this wonderful city!

For more information on this secret city, call Jill Rice at 770-330-7477 or email her at jill.rice@me.com

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You’ll love the layout of this home with all entertaining and master bedroom/bath on the main floor!  3 car garage + workshop and room for all your toys.  Plenty of space for a large family or cozy enough for empty nesters + room for friends to visit.  All of this on a beautiful, 88 acre, spring fed lake just 7 miles outside of I-285 in Gwinnett County near Norcross/Peachtree Corners.

Come see 142 Bayway in Berkeley Lake today!

Click HERE for more info.  

or call Jill Rice

770-330-7477

jill.rice@me.com

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My son has been on Berkeley Lake since he was a babe. The community environment, the outdoor lifestyle, and the sense of independence has helped shape his life. He can’t imagine growing up anywhere else and loves sharing his neighborhood with his friends!

Brooks and Sam….then…

Brooks and Sam…..now…Check out this fun video. It’s a gift from a neighbor. This boat was headed to the dump and was given to Brooks. He and his long time buddy, Sam have it up and running! Watch out Berkeley Lake!

Check out this fun video. It’s a gift from a neighbor. This boat was headed to the dump and was given to Brooks. He and his long time buddy, Sam have it up and running! Watch out Berkeley Lake!

Come see what Berkeley Lake is all about! Contact us below!
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Want to know a secret?

The best kept secret in Atlanta real estate is located just 20 miles north of downtown Atlanta.  The city of Berkeley Lake is a small town with residents from all walks of life.  We are friendly, neighborly, hard working, life loving, people who are enjoying this great world we’ve been given.  Berkeley Lake feels like you are on vacation every day.  There is something calming about water.

On our 88 acre, spring fed lake, you can  fish, boat (5 mph only), swim (clean water), kayak, paddle board, or just sit on a dock and watch the water & sunset!

Come see what Berkeley Lake is all about!  Call us today for a tour of the city and our homes for sale both on & off the lake.

call me for a tour of this beautiful lake!
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When many of us Berkeley Lake dwellers are asked the question “Where do you live?”, the response to our answer is very frequently “Berkeley Lake? Where’s that?” Our city, with its stunning lake, truly is a hidden gem.

So, here’s the answer to: Where is Berkeley Lake?

Our 88 acre private lake, and its surrounding City of Berkeley Lake, is northeast of Atlanta (literally straight up Peachtree Rd), just outside I-285.

It’s tucked in between Peachtree Pkwy (141), Peachtree Industrial Blvd, and the Chattahoochee River.

The location can’t be beat! We are:

• 10 minutes to I-285
• 25 minutes to Buckhead
• 14 minutes to the Doraville MARTA Station
• 8 minutes to downtown Historic Norcross

If food is your thing, within an 8 minute drive are Whole Foods, Earth Fare Market, Sprouts Market, Kathleen’s Catch Fish Market, Trader Joes in the Forum shopping complex and just a few minutes from some of the finest dining in the area. We can walk to Publix and Patton’s Meat Market.

Berkeley Lake is also a short distance from many area private schools; Wesleyan, Cornerstone Academy and Perimeter Christian Schools are within 5-10 minutes and Greater Atlanta Christian, Notre Dame and Woodward Academy North are 14-18 minutes away. Berkeley Lake Elementary School is within walking distance.

Also, the lake is directly across the Chattahoochee River from the Atlanta Athletic Club.

Call us today for a tour of this beautiful and and the homes for sell here!

Thank you, Bill Smith for this great article! http://www.williamsmithcounseling.com

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