Deer Creek Shores Real Estate

Welcome to Deer Creek Shores, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Cumming, Georgia, within the picturesque Forsyth County. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of serene living and vibrant community life, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

Deer Creek Shores is characterized by its beautiful, tree-lined streets and well-maintained homes, many of which boast stunning lake views and spacious yards. Residents take pride in their properties, creating a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the neighborhood's commitment to community and care. The homes here range from cozy single-family residences to more expansive properties, catering to various lifestyles and preferences.

One of the standout features of Deer Creek Shores is its proximity to the breathtaking Lake Lanier. Residents enjoy easy access to a plethora of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, and hiking along scenic trails. The nearby parks provide ample opportunities for picnics, playground fun, and family gatherings, making it a perfect spot for those who cherish an active, outdoor lifestyle.

Cumming itself is a vibrant city with a rich history and a range of amenities. From boutique shopping and delightful dining options to top-rated schools and healthcare facilities, everything you need is just a short drive away. The community hosts various events throughout the year, fostering connections and friendships among residents.

If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat that doesn’t compromise on convenience, Deer Creek Shores is the perfect place to call home. Experience the charm of this wonderful community and discover why so many families choose to make it their own.

Newest Listings in Deer Creek Shores

$1,160,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7829244 MLS

Welcome to 7875 Robbin Road, where relaxed lake living meets effortless style in the sought-after Deer Creek Shores community on South Lake Lanier. Set on nearly an acre along the deep waters of Young Deer Creek, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect setting for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or your own private escape at the lake. The lifestyle begins at the water. An easy walk from the home leads to your private single-slip dock, putting boating, swimming, fishing and sunset evenings right outside your door. From here, enjoy convenient access to Lake Lanier’s marinas, waterfront dining and entertainment, including Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Whether it’s an early-morning cruise, an afternoon on the water or dinner by boat, this is the kind of location that makes lake life part of everyday life. Inside, approximately 2,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space offers comfort without unnecessary upkeep. The main level features three bedrooms and two full baths along with an open, inviting floor plan centered around a striking stone fireplace in the family room. Multiple outdoor living spaces extend the home beyond its walls, but the expansive screened porch is the true standout. With its soaring vaulted cathedral ceiling, second fireplace and views toward the lake, it creates an incredible year-round gathering space, from quiet mornings with coffee to fall football weekends, summer evenings and nights spent unwinding by the fire. The finished terrace level adds another dimension to the home with a spacious media and recreation area, additional bedroom, full bath and walk-in closet. Create a private guest suite, game room, home theater, fitness space or comfortable retreat for family and friends. Outside, the nearly one-acre homesite provides an exceptional amount of space to enjoy and further personalize the property. The deck was recently extended to create an additional outdoor retreat featuring a hot tub with a pergola above, adding yet another space to relax and enjoy the lake lifestyle. The property also provides opportunities for future enhancements, whether that means creating a pool and outdoor entertaining area, expanding the home, adding a future garage or workshop, or selectively opening the landscape to showcase more of the lake setting. A wide driveway, equipped with an EV charger easily fits four vehicles providing plenty of room for residents and guests, while the South Lake Lanier location keeps you convenient to Cumming, Alpharetta and everyday shopping, dining and services. 7875 Robin Road is more than a home near the lake, it’s an invitation to actually live the Lake Lanier lifestyle. Private dock. Deep water. Exceptional outdoor living. Space to entertain. And the freedom to step outside, get on the boat and make the lake your backyard. Welcome to the good life on South Lake Lanier.

7875 Robin Road, Cumming

$1,300,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7826943 MLS

Rare south Lake Lanier waterfront home in Cumming with exceptionally DEEP (42 Feet) WATER, an easy, relatively FLAT WALK to the lake with GRANDFATHERED CART PATH most of the way, and an oversized single-slip PRIVATE DOCK with a sitting area alongside the boat slip. The deep water dock offers outstanding year-round lake access, while PATH LIGHTING and ELECTRICITY at the dock make enjoying the waterfront remarkably easy. This 4-bedroom 3-bathroom lake home has been well maintained and thoughtfully improved. Enjoy LAKE VIEWS much of the year and PRIVACY in the summer, vaulted ceilings, SKYLIGHTS, durable rosewood flooring, and EXPANSIVE WINDOWS for natural light. The updated kitchen features GRANITE countertops, SOFT-CLOSE cabinetry, DOUBLE OVENS, electric cooktop, island seating and casual dining, with an easy flow into the family room, dining area, and glass-enclosed sunroom. The FINISHED TERRACE LEVEL adds flexible living and guest space with bedrooms, a second living area and covered patio access, ideal for hosting family and friends or multigenerational living. Meaningful improvements include replacement windows, newer cedar plywood siding, newer roof, and conversion of original cast-iron plumbing to PVC. Outside, enjoy a private setting with mature landscaping, NEW SOD and MULCH, and IRRIGATION SYSTEM, wildlife, and usable yard space, including a private side yard/deck. Convenient south-lake location provides access to GA-400, Cumming, Buckhead, the Atlanta International Airport, and North Metro Atlanta while offering the Lake Lanier lifestyle right outside your door. Deep water, gentle lake access, and a private dock make 7865 Robin Road the kind of Lake Lanier property families hold onto for generations.

7865 Robin Road, Cumming

$1,199,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7804459 MLS

An increasingly rare opportunity on Lake Lanier to create something truly your own. Set on a relatively FLAT LOT with BIG LAKE VIEWS in Deer Creek Shores, this property offers the kind of setting that is becoming harder to find — usable land, a peaceful and DROUGHT-PROOF cove, and a DOUBLE SLIP DOCK already in place. A MOW PERMIT extends your ability to maintain the view corridor from the home to the water, allowing for a more open, connected lake experience. The property is being sold AS-IS. Whether you are looking to reimagine the current structure or design and build a custom lake home from the ground up, this property presents a compelling foundation in a coveted neighborhood on Lake Lanier. Properties with this combination of lot usability, view, and dock configuration are limited - and becoming more so each year. Quietly positioned. Full of potential. Ready for its next chapter.

7940 Lanier Drive, Cumming

$1,300,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7751773 MLS

Experience true lakefront living in this beautifully situated home offering expansive, unobstructed views and year-round deep water access. Set on a private lot, this property combines everyday comfort with the kind of setting that makes lake life effortless and enjoyable. Step inside to an expansive living room anchored by a cozy fireplace and serene lake views. This inviting space flows seamlessly into a sunroom with floor-to-ceiling windows, where natural light pours in and the full panorama of the water becomes the focal point of the home. The main level continues with a spacious country kitchen featuring an island, dedicated dining area, and a large laundry room with additional storage, designed for both functionality and easy everyday living. Also on the main level, the primary suite offers peaceful lake views and private deck access, creating a quiet retreat. Two additional bedrooms complete this level. The terrace level provides even more flexible living space with a cozy family room, an additional bedroom, and a bonus room currently utilized as a bedroom, ideal for guests, a home office, gym, or media space. Outside, enjoy direct access to the lake with a private double-deck dock featuring a covered 10-foot-wide single slip and deep water year-round, allowing for reliable boat access even during lower lake levels. Whether it’s morning coffee overlooking the water, afternoons on the boat, or evenings watching the sunset, this home is designed to fully embrace lake living. South Lanier location is a quick boat ride to Lanier Islands, Landshark Bar & Grill, and so many great Lake Lanier spots! Conveniently located just minutes from GA-400, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and commuter routes while still feeling like a private retreat.

8360 Lanier Drive, Cumming

$2,500,000

7537224 MLS

Here's your chance to own the Lake Lanier lot everyone has been asking about for over a decade! This PREMIER SOUTHSIDE LAKEFRONT property offers expansive, BIG WATER VIEWS and private cove access with DEEP WATER. Positioned closer to the water than neighboring properties due to its grandfathered Corps line, this lot provides CALM WATERS and minimal wake disturbances, making it an ideal retreat with stunning open-lake views. The lot also has a permit for a MAXIMUM SIZE (32x32) DOCK with party deck allowed as well as a MOW PERMIT TO THE WATER, meaning unhindered views as long as you keep it mowed! The property was purchased as the site of a family estate, “Grace Manor.” The design for Grace Manor is a multi-level estate to maximize the breathtaking views, incorporating expansive terraces, a zero-entry beach-style pool with an infinity edge, and a spacious fire pit gathering area—perfect for LAKESIDE ENTERTAINING. The photos show renderings of what the spectacular home could look like once constructed. This home is READY FOR THE FRAMING PROCESS to begin; the new owner will not need to incur the costs of demolition, blasting stone, and hauling stone away. Plumbing and electrical conduit are already run and stubbed up, and the slab on grade is in place - saving the new owner expense and time to construct their luxury retreat. For access to floor plans and architectural drawings of the originally designed estate, be sure to reach out to the listing agent or visit this property's landing page.

8330 Lanier Drive, Cumming

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