If owning a private island in one of the Southeast’s most prestigious lake communities sounds like a dream come true, you might want to dig deep for the newly listed Lake Burton address at 1 Burton Island.
Offering more than 3 acres of wooded seclusion on Lake Burton, complete with a cozy five-bedroom cabin to match, this luxury lakeside estate is far more than an address—it’s a $10 million destination.
The property delivers rare privacy just under two hours from Atlanta and is represented by Julie Barnett.
The spectacular 6,186-square-foot mountain lodge, which blends rustic charm with modern comfort, is anything but your typical lake house. From the moment you arrive—by boat, of course—you’re greeted with sweeping water and mountain views that wrap around the home in every direction.
Though it appears much older thanks to its Yellowstone-inspired design, the home was built in 2001. It still exudes timeless character, with reclaimed materials and artisanal details woven throughout.
Hand-hewn oak siding with traditional chinking, dry-stack Tennessee fieldstone, and rough-sawn wide-plank oak floors lend an authenticity that makes the home feel as though it has belonged to the Blue Ridge landscape for generations.
Inside, the soaring great room serves as a dramatic centerpiece, with walls of windows framing the lake, a grand cupola overhead, and twin fireplace posts reclaimed from the historic home of actor Zachary Taylor Scott. A moose-antler chandelier, complete with a buckshot hole, hangs like a monument to the home’s wild spirit.
The layout, which includes five bedrooms and seven full bathrooms, was designed for both family life and hosting. On the main level, two guest bedrooms feature private baths and log-wall charm, while the chef’s kitchen balances rustic warmth with high-end function.
Black soapstone countertops, custom barnwood cabinetry, a six-burner Viking range, dual dishwashers, and generous pantry space make it as practical as it is striking.
Upstairs, a bunk room with access from two hallways and full baths at each end can be divided into two spaces with a hidden pocket door.
A vaulted “library,” currently styled as a bedroom, offers even more lake views. On the terrace level, a cozy media room with built-in bunk beds, a kitchenette, and a gym that could convert to guest quarters complete the retreat.
Outside, the island is a year-round playground. Flagstone patios surround the home, while nature trails made from recycled tire tread wind through the property to a swim dock, putting green, and a two-story boathouse.
While the design leans historic, the infrastructure is thoroughly modern and includes fiber-optic internet, a self-contained fire-suppression system, lightning protection, central vacuuming, and a full security setup.
Originally listed in May and relisted just days ago at the same $10 million price point, the home remains one of the Southeast’s most distinctive luxury lake properties. Whether you’re drawn to the natural beauty, timeless architecture, or the idea of owning your own island, this Lake Burton masterpiece stands apart—a destination that’s as cinematic as it is secluded.