An absolutely stunning Georgia lakefront home with picturesque water views

Contemporary rustic lake house viewed from the water with boathouse and fall foliage

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This gorgeous lakefront home, designed by Frances Zook Architect, features contemporary and rustic influences and is nestled on a sprawling property surrounded by forest on Lake Burton in Georgia. The owners had spent family vacations here for years, but these newly empty-nesters were looking to begin a new chapter in their lives. They tore down the original house to build a new retreat for gathering with family and friends.

Highlights of the exterior facade of this home include exposed stone walls and dark siding paired with a cedar shake roof. The support columns of the front porch were custom-fabricated from locally sourced locust trees. The steel-framed entry door frames a picturesque view of the lake, visible straight through the living room windows. The aesthetic goal of this home was to make it appear as an old house with modern additions.

DESIGN DETAILS

ARCHITECT Frances Zook Architect
BUILDER Charles Moore Builders
INTERIOR DESIGN Carolyn Malone Antiques and Interiors

Aerial rear view of gray board-and-batten lake house with stone chimneys and terraced lawn

What We Love About This Home

The balance between rustic and contemporary in this Georgia lakefront home is exquisite. The rough-hewn stone walls and reclaimed wood beams sit effortlessly alongside sleek steel-framed windows and minimalist white plaster surfaces. The way the home is oriented to the lake is breathtaking, with bifold glass doors that dissolve the boundary between the living room and the water beyond. The thoughtful use of locally sourced materials throughout, from the locust tree porch columns to the white oak kitchen cabinetry, gives the home an authenticity that feels rooted in its Georgia lakeside setting.

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Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other amazing home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Georgia: A beautifully transformed home boasts tranquil views of Lake Blue Ridge and Timeless coastal retreat with relaxed interiors on Saint Simons Island.

Dark exterior entrance with raw timber columns, steel-framed glass doors, and Japanese maples

Above: The support columns of the front porch of this lakefront home in Georgia are locally sourced locust trees with their bark peeled off.

Interior steel-frame glass entry door with sidelights in white foyer

Living Room With a Lake View

Foyer with reclaimed wood beam surround framing lake view through open living room

Living room with stone walls, steel-frame picture windows, and lake views

Above: The living room features rough-hewn stone walls, reclaimed beams on the ceiling, and beautiful black metal window frames that fold open to reveal breathtaking lake views.

Stone-walled living room with open bifold doors revealing panoramic autumn lake view at dusk

Above: Luxurious furnishings elevate the space, including a channel-tufted leather sofa from Bungalow Classic and mohair-upholstered chaise lounges that bring texture and a refined, inviting feel.

Stone-walled living room with reclaimed beam ceiling, sculptural chandelier, and lake-view windows

Above: Suspended over the living room, the exquisite iron chandelier is from B.D. Jeffries.

Stone wall sitting area with floor-to-ceiling steel-frame windows and channeled leather sofa

Minimalist white living room with fireplace, log storage niches, and exposed beam ceiling

Above: Chairs upholstered in linen, with a vintage bench in the middle, invite conversation, set in front of an ultra-contemporary white fireplace flanked by steel-lined firewood containers.

Hallway view into rustic bar niche with stone walls and open shelving

Above: The living room’s wet bar features reclaimed wood cabinetry with zinc countertops and floating display shelves to showcase a collection of German beer steins.

Kitchen Designed For Entertaining

Open-plan kitchen and dining with light oak cabinets, reclaimed beams, and black pendant lights

Kitchen galley with light oak cabinetry, dark stone countertops, and lake window view

Above: In the light, airy kitchen, textural plaster is found on both the walls and the minimalist range hood. The custom cabinets are fabricated from natural white oak planks, complemented by concrete countertops. The cabinets were built by Otis & Co.

Breakfast Area With Fresh Breezes

Bright dining area with Windsor chairs and large casement windows overlooking the lake

Above: Set higher off the floor just like a window, sliding glass doors in the breakfast area open to invite in fresh breezes. This creates the unique experience of feeling like you are aboard a houseboat.

Cozy Built-in Banquette

Built-in banquette with gray upholstery and rattan chairs beside primary bedroom

Above: Just off the owner’s bedroom is a built-in banquette, complete with 1970s chairs by McGuire Furniture and a vintage table. The wall sconce was sourced from Cedar & Moss.

Serene Owner’s Retreat

Primary bedroom with four-poster bed, shiplap walls, exposed beams, and globe pendant light

Above: In the serene owner’s bedroom, the gray hue of the four-poster bed provides contrast with the crisp white shiplap walls. The ceiling light fixture is an oversized paper lantern by Noguchi, drawing your eye upwards to the wood-beamed ceilings. The ceramic table lamps are from Currey & Company.

Primary bathroom with dual oak vanities, freestanding tub, and slate tile floor

Above: In the bathroom, the custom-fabricated oak cabinets are paired with concrete countertops. The flooring is a French limestone.

Plenty of Bedroom Space to Host Overnight Guests

Attic guest bedroom with twin beds, sloped ceiling, and textured wallpaper

Above: In this guest bedroom, Pendleton wool blankets are set at the foot of each bed, providing extra warmth during the cooler months.

A Hard-Working Mudroom

Mudroom hallway with reclaimed wood built-ins and galvanized pendant lights

Above: This spacious mudroom is situated just off the kitchen, appointed with weathered galvanized metal pendants sourced from Generation Lighting and reclaimed oak cabinetry, blending durability with rustic charm.

Rustic interior with reclaimed wood walls and twig-ball chandelier

Fabulous Outdoor Living Spaces

Covered outdoor living pavilion with stone fireplace, timber posts, and flagstone patio

Covered outdoor pavilion with stone fireplace, wood-beam cathedral ceiling, and gray patio sofas

Above: This inviting covered patio features a pair of deep outdoor sofas set in front of a stone-clad fireplace, creating an ideal setting for relaxed lounging and conversation.

Covered lakeside porch with reclaimed wood dining table, benches, and steel-frame folding doors

Above: A covered porch offers idyllic lake views for dining alfresco. The woven host chairs were sourced from B.D. Jeffries, adding a coastal vibe.