Madison County Homes with Pond Waterfront Features

Madison County Homes with Pond Waterfront Features

Welcome to Madison County, Georgia, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the classic Southern landscape. Known for its picturesque scenery, charming small-town atmosphere, and rich history, Madison County offers an idyllic lifestyle that perfectly blends modern conveniences with the tranquility of rural living. With its rolling hills, lush forests, and vibrant communities, it’s no wonder that residents take pride in calling this area home.

One of the standout features of homes in Madison County is the availability of properties with stunning pond waterfront features. Imagine waking up to serene views of shimmering water, surrounded by nature's beauty. These homes provide not only a peaceful retreat but also a unique opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water's edge as you soak in the sights and sounds of nature.

The real estate market in Madison County boasts a diverse selection of homes, from charming cottages to spacious family residences, many of which are thoughtfully designed to maximize the waterfront experience. Whether you're seeking a tranquil escape or a place to entertain family and friends, homes with pond waterfront features offer an unparalleled lifestyle.

In addition to the natural beauty, Madison County is conveniently located near Athens, making it easy to access vibrant cultural activities, dining, and shopping. Embrace the best of both worlds: the peacefulness of rural living and the excitement of nearby urban amenities.

Discover your dream home in Madison County, where waterfront living meets Southern charm. Let us help you find the perfect property that reflects your lifestyle and dreams!

Newest Madison County Homes with Pond Waterfront Features

425 Vineyards Creek Church Road, Comer
$1,999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10844987 MLS
Absolutely stunning 55-acre farmhouse estate built in 2025! This exceptional property offers the rare combination of a custom 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath main residence, additional cabin/barn with living quarters, fenced and cross-fenced pastures, barns, ponds, creeks, outbuildings, hunting and fishing-all thoughtfully set up for country living and the potential for a family compound. The 3,185 sq. ft. main home is filled with custom details and unique character. At the heart of the home is a gorgeous kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a gas range, and an incredible butler's pantry with an abundance of storage. The open-concept design allows you to prepare meals while still entertaining family and guests. The inviting living room features a gas fireplace accented with beautiful reclaimed barn wood, creating the perfect warm farmhouse atmosphere. Just off the living area is a custom wine and coffee bar featuring shelving crafted from 1800s barn wood, bringing a truly unique piece of history into this new home. The spacious primary suite leads into a gorgeous custom bath with double vanities, a large soaking tub, and separate shower with rain head. The enormous walk-in closet features built-in cabinetry and quartz countertops, providing exceptional storage and eliminating the need for additional dressers. The main level also features a guest half bath, private office, and separate den. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, along with a sitting/craft room and an enormous bonus or theater room. The outdoor living spaces are truly something special. A long wraparound porch invites you to slow down, rock, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Out back, the expansive covered porch may be the best seat on the entire property. With a soaring vaulted ceiling, custom stone wood-burning fireplace, space to watch the game, and an incredible view overlooking the stocked pond, this is where memories are made. Adding tremendous versatility is an approximately 1,800 sq. ft. cabin/barn with living quarters-perfect for extended family, guests, or potential rental use. The approximately 1,200 sq. ft. downstairs includes a kitchen, half bath, and additional room that could serve as a bedroom. Upstairs you'll find a bedroom, full bath, and cozy living area. The 55 acres are fenced and cross-fenced and ready for livestock, with water servicing the paddocks. Established fescue and Bermuda grass pastures offer hay-producing potential. With fruit trees, grape vines and blackberry bushes already established. Additional improvements include an equipment barn, metal building for tools and storage, large chicken coop, and additional storage shed. For the outdoor enthusiast, this property is hard to beat. The main pond is stocked with bass, bluegill, and catfish. A second pond is already set up for duck hunting with a blind and duck houses in place. Deer, wild ducks, geese, and other wildlife are abundant, offering hunting, fishing, farming, and recreation without ever leaving home. Whether you're searching for a private country estate, working farm, multigenerational family compound, recreational retreat, or simply a place to enjoy 55 beautiful acres, this property offers an incredible opportunity. The infrastructure is here, the improvements are complete, and the hard work has already been done. Bring your family, animals, and outdoor dreams and start enjoying the lifestyle this remarkable property has to offer. Schedule your private showing today! Agent/Owner

425 Vineyards Creek Church Road, Comer

Listing courtesy of Georgia Land Brokerage.

948 Parham Town Road, Bowman
$650,000
10834460 MLS
Madison County Farm - Restored 1917 Farmhouse with Barn and Spring-Fed Pond A Home That's Already Done the Work For You Tucked into a quiet, under-developed pocket of Madison County, this property offers the kind of privacy that's getting harder to find - without sacrificing convenience. The centerpiece is a beautifully renovated farmhouse built in 1917, carrying all the character of a century-old home with none of the deferred maintenance. Renovated in 2019, the home totals 1,448 sq ft, including 1,280 sq ft of climate-controlled living space and a 168 sq ft enclosed porch. Recent renovations include: New HVAC system All-new plumbing Updated electrical New hot water heater Fully renovated bathroom Fully renovated kitchen Original wood floors, refinished New ceiling fans and light fixtures The kitchen has a view of the pond and opens through French doors. A very large deck was also added, overlooking both the pond and the fields. The house also features a wrap-around porch. When the home was rewired, it was done with future upstairs expansion in mind - wiring for the large attic space is already run and in place at the breaker box, ready for whenever that expansion happens. Barn Built for Real Use The property's barn has also been renovated with power and water, making it genuinely functional - not just for storage. It's wired with its own breaker box and 240V service, and each lean-to is equipped with a 30A RV outlet, ready for guests, equipment, or extra living space. The barn includes multiple stalls, a large hay loft, and an attached livestock corral. A smaller lean-to on the back side of the barn provides covered space for smaller equipment. A Spring-Fed Pond, Year-Round The pond on this property is spring-fed and never runs dry - even better, it's well-stocked with fish and draws seasonal aquatic birds throughout the year. Come winter, ducks move in, giving you duck hunting right in your own backyard. The pond has good access and includes a floating dock. Gardens, Groves, and Growing Space This is a property for anyone who loves to grow things: Developed garden space with irrigation already in place and a working greenhouse Perennial plantings, including several varieties of cannas and 7 different types of bananas, including some rare varieties A dedicated palm tree garden, featuring both native palms and a rare, highly desirable intergeneric hybrid Mature fruit trees - peach, fig, apple, pear, and blueberry, already established and producing Native wildlife-supporting plants - plum, persimmon, and blackberry, ideal for attracting deer, birds, and other wildlife Fenced Yard & Animal Pen The house is set within a fenced backyard, with a larger gated pen - the "goat pen" - attached to it. The gate between the two is typically left open, so dogs and goats roam freely together across the combined space. This fenced area totals .63 acres and includes two oak trees over 100 years old. Adjacent to the gardens is a separate, dedicated 1,100 SF pen with its own gate, previously used as a chicken pen. A roadside fence with a 12 ft gate was also added, framing the entrance to the property. Well-Balanced Land Layout The property is laid out thoughtfully for both farm use and recreation, with two separate pastures and two separate stands of woods. This mix gives the land real dimension and practicality, whether you're grazing animals, working the land, or just enjoying the space. A dedicated shooting range area rounds things out, complete with a high natural berm - a genuinely great feature to have right on the property. Backed by Conservation Land Adding to the privacy and wildlife appeal, the entire back side of the property is buffered by hundreds of acres of undeveloped forest under conservation status. This unbroken forest stretches all the way to the Broad River - a huge draw for hunting and wildlife enthusiasts, and a guarantee that this backdrop isn't going anywhe

948 Parham Town Road, Bowman

Listing courtesy of Chattahoochee Realty of Georgia.

948 Parham Town Road, Bowman
$650,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10834414 MLS
Madison County Farm - Restored 1917 Farmhouse with Barn and Spring-Fed Pond A Home That's Already Done the Work For You Tucked into a quiet, under-developed pocket of Madison County, this property offers the kind of privacy that's getting harder to find - without sacrificing convenience. The centerpiece is a beautifully renovated farmhouse built in 1917, carrying all the character of a century-old home with none of the deferred maintenance. Renovated in 2019, the home totals 1,448 sq ft, including 1,280 sq ft of climate-controlled living space and a 168 sq ft enclosed porch. Recent renovations include: New HVAC system All-new plumbing Updated electrical New hot water heater Fully renovated bathroom Fully renovated kitchen Original wood floors, refinished New ceiling fans and light fixtures The kitchen has a view of the pond and opens through French doors. A very large deck was also added, overlooking both the pond and the fields. The house also features a wrap-around porch. When the home was rewired, it was done with future upstairs expansion in mind - wiring for the large attic space is already run and in place at the breaker box, ready for whenever that expansion happens. Barn Built for Real Use The property's barn has also been renovated with power and water, making it genuinely functional - not just for storage. It's wired with its own breaker box and 240V service, and each lean-to is equipped with a 30A RV outlet, ready for guests, equipment, or extra living space. The barn includes multiple stalls, a large hay loft, and an attached livestock corral. A smaller lean-to on the back side of the barn provides covered space for smaller equipment. A Spring-Fed Pond, Year-Round The pond on this property is spring-fed and never runs dry - even better, it's well-stocked with fish and draws seasonal aquatic birds throughout the year. Come winter, ducks move in, giving you duck hunting right in your own backyard. The pond has good access and includes a floating dock. Gardens, Groves, and Growing Space This is a property for anyone who loves to grow things: Developed garden space with irrigation already in place and a working greenhouse Perennial plantings, including several varieties of cannas and 7 different types of bananas, including some rare varieties A dedicated palm tree garden, featuring both native palms and a rare, highly desirable intergeneric hybrid Mature fruit trees - peach, fig, apple, pear, and blueberry, already established and producing Native wildlife-supporting plants - plum, persimmon, and blackberry, ideal for attracting deer, birds, and other wildlife Fenced Yard & Animal Pen The house is set within a fenced backyard, with a larger gated pen - the "goat pen" - attached to it. The gate between the two is typically left open, so dogs and goats roam freely together across the combined space. This fenced area totals .63 acres and includes two oak trees over 100 years old. Adjacent to the gardens is a separate, dedicated 1,100 SF pen with its own gate, previously used as a chicken pen. A roadside fence with a 12 ft gate was also added, framing the entrance to the property. Well-Balanced Land Layout The property is laid out thoughtfully for both farm use and recreation, with two separate pastures and two separate stands of woods. This mix gives the land real dimension and practicality, whether you're grazing animals, working the land, or just enjoying the space. A dedicated shooting range area rounds things out, complete with a high natural berm - a genuinely great feature to have right on the property. Backed by Conservation Land Adding to the privacy and wildlife appeal, the entire back side of the property is buffered by hundreds of acres of undeveloped forest under conservation status. This unbroken forest stretches all the way to the Broad River - a huge draw for hunting and wildlife enthusiasts, and a guarantee that this backdrop isn't going anywhe

948 Parham Town Road, Bowman

Listing courtesy of Chattahoochee Realty of Georgia.

397 Reed Brawner Road, Royston
$699,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10827757 MLS
Discover a truly unique opportunity to own 28 acres ( ADDITIONAL ACREAGE AVAILABLE) of private, peaceful property offering endless possibilities. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Tucked away in a quiet and secluded setting, this expansive tract is surrounded by road frontage on two sides, creating excellent access while maintaining privacy. At the heart of the property is a beautiful 7-acre private pond complete with a dock, offering a serene setting for fishing, relaxing, and enjoying picturesque water views. Overlooking the pond is a spacious 2,800-square-foot double-wide home that has recently been renovated with a new roof, fresh interior paint, and newly installed flooring. The home also features an additional living area with a second kitchen, providing flexible space for extended family, guests, rental potential, or entertaining. Adding even more potential to this property are two impressive 55,000-square-foot chicken houses, currently not in use. With their size and existing infrastructure, these buildings offer a multitude of possibilities and could potentially be transformed for equestrian use, greenhouses, agricultural purposes, event space, a wedding venue, storage, or other business ventures, subject to applicable zoning and approvals. Located just 10 minutes from Emmanuel College and approximately 40 minutes from Athens, this property combines peaceful country living with convenient access to nearby amenities and entertainment. Additional acreage may be available, and possible owner financing makes this an opportunity worth exploring. Whether you're looking for a private homestead, recreational retreat, agricultural property, or a property with business potential, this one-of-a-kind offering is ready for your vision.

397 Reed Brawner Road, Royston

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Connect Realty.

397 Reed Brawner Road, Royston
$699,900
10827743 MLS
Discover a truly unique opportunity to own 28 acres of private, peaceful property offering endless possibilities. Tucked away in a quiet and secluded setting, this expansive tract is surrounded by road frontage on two sides, creating excellent access while maintaining privacy. At the heart of the property is a beautiful 7-acre private pond complete with a dock, offering a serene setting for fishing, relaxing, and enjoying picturesque water views. Overlooking the pond is a spacious 2,800-square-foot double-wide home that has recently been renovated with a new roof, fresh interior paint, and newly installed flooring. The home also features an additional living area with a second kitchen, providing flexible space for extended family, guests, rental potential, or entertaining. Adding even more potential to this property are two impressive 55,000-square-foot chicken houses, currently not in use. With their size and existing infrastructure, these buildings offer a multitude of possibilities and could potentially be transformed for equestrian use, greenhouses, agricultural purposes, event space, a wedding venue, storage, or other business ventures, subject to applicable zoning and approvals. Located just 10 minutes from Emmanuel College and approximately 40 minutes from Athens, this property combines peaceful country living with convenient access to nearby amenities and entertainment. Additional acreage may be available, and possible owner financing makes this an opportunity worth exploring. Whether you're looking for a private homestead, recreational retreat, agricultural property, or a property with business potential, this one-of-a-kind offering is ready for your vision.

397 Reed Brawner Road, Royston

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Connect Realty.

973 Floyd Rd, Danielsville
$499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL359826 MLS
If you've been looking for a quiet cottage on a large piece of land, this home is for you. Built to stand the test of time, this charming stone home has been beautifully reimagined with a beautiful renovation completed throughout 2023 and 2024 while preserving the character that makes it so special. Nestled on 15.16 acres with scenic Muddy Branch Creek winding through the property, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect balance of timeless craftsmanship, modern finishes, and peaceful country living. Step inside to find pine floors, exposed beamed ceilings, detailed wall trim, and a stunning stone fireplace with a custom wood mantel that creates an inviting focal point in the living room. Just beyond, the redesigned kitchen was thoughtfully created with both beauty and function in mind, offering custom built-in cabinetry with pantry storage, open face shelving, and a dedicated coffee bar. An inviting dining nook overlooks the living room and features built-in bench seating with hidden storage, making it as practical as it is charming. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level and includes a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom. The staircase with custom iron spindles leads to a versatile bonus room, an additional bedroom, and a full bathroom, providing comfortable space for guests, family, or a home office. The unfinished basement/cellar features two walk-out doors and offers endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, or future customization. Outside, the acreage invites you to slow down and enjoy the beauty of nature, whether you're exploring the wooded landscape, relaxing by the creek, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings. This is more than just a home-it's a place where historic charm and modern living come together on a truly remarkable piece of property.

973 Floyd Rd, Danielsville

Listing courtesy of REAL Broker, LLC.

973 Floyd Road, Danielsville
$499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10804039 MLS
If you've been looking for a quiet cottage on a large piece of land, this home is for you. Built to stand the test of time, this charming stone home has been beautifully reimagined with a beautiful renovation completed throughout 2023 and 2024 while preserving the character that makes it so special. Nestled on 15.16 acres with scenic Muddy Branch Creek winding through the property, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect balance of timeless craftsmanship, modern finishes, and peaceful country living. Step inside to find pine floors, exposed beamed ceilings, detailed wall trim, and a stunning stone fireplace with a custom wood mantel that creates an inviting focal point in the living room. Just beyond, the redesigned kitchen was thoughtfully created with both beauty and function in mind, offering custom built-in cabinetry with pantry storage, open face shelving, and a dedicated coffee bar. An inviting dining nook overlooks the living room and features built-in bench seating with hidden storage, making it as practical as it is charming. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level and includes a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom. The staircase with custom iron spindles leads to a versatile bonus room, an additional bedroom, and a full bathroom, providing comfortable space for guests, family, or a home office. The unfinished basement/cellar features two walk-out doors and offers endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, or future customization. Outside, the acreage invites you to slow down and enjoy the beauty of nature, whether you're exploring the wooded landscape, relaxing by the creek, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings. This is more than just a home-it's a place where historic charm and modern living come together on a truly remarkable piece of property.

973 Floyd Road, Danielsville

Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC.

2202/2206 Lem Edwards Road, Colbert
$1,775,000
10792120 MLS
A private luxury country estate minutes from Athens offering exceptional privacy, multiple residences, resort-style amenities, and endless possibilities for equestrian pursuits, recreation, entertaining, or multi-generational living. Right at the boundaries of Clarke, Madison, and Oglethorpe Counties, the conveniently located Ballard Estate has been in the same family since it was built by the current owners, and they have added to each property through the years and made substantial updates as well. The first parcel (2206) is on 30+ acres and features a home that has been expanded to 5782 sq ft of living space and abounds with multiple gathering spaces. However, the heartbeat of the home, as it should be, is surely the massive kitchen that anchors the main floor. Going to have to let the pictures do the talking because there is just way too much to tell, but you've not seen a bigger kitchen in a home, I assure you. The Formal Office and Dining Room flank the foyer, which leads to a Formal Parlor. Owner's Suite on main is like a spa you won't want to leave. Off the kitchen is a keeping room currently being used as a dining area with a farm table. Large Laundry could serve an army. Large bonus room over the main floor family room is ripe for the teens to disappear to or make it a media room. The family room takes up the entire back portion of the home and has a wet bar, lodge-like fireplace, and room for a family reunion, which has happened here multiple times. The half-bath off the family room also has exterior access to the large private pool and rear patio, with both covered and open spaces, and all of this has been recently rebuilt, including the pool systems. Meander out to the hardscape fire ring that overlooks the horse pastures (Attention equestrians! Fencing, cross fencing, small tack shed, and separate well water for the horses. Plenty of room for a riding arena!). Or head down to the three bay shop that has been spray foam insulated and play with your toys, or hit some balls in your golf simulator (with an adjacent full bath). Upstairs are 4 more bedrooms: one overlooking the back fields; one being a semi-private en suite, and two others sharing a private jack and jill bath. Off the second story hall is access to the huge bricked veranda overlooking the front fields and this porch is big enough to have a wedding. The adjacent parcel (2202) sits on around 5 acres and features a 1533 square foot renovated 3 Bed, 3 Bath home with a large party deck outback and overlooking the fully stocked creek-fed pond and patio below. House has an owner's suite, a guest en-suite, and a third bedroom with discreet access to the hall bath. A Large Living Room, Dining Room, and Back Mudroom area with access to the back deck, round out the setting. The land is a nice blend of open pasture, lawns for gathering, and mature hardwood forest and is huntable if you desire. Mature trails surround the property as well. All this and much more just a stone's throw from Athens, with backdoor access through Winterville to the East Side Corridor. Please call listing broker for a written comprehensive property overview of all you'll need to know, which is more than we can fit in this write-up. Sellers are sad to say goodbye to this lovingly built and maintained slice of heaven, but they are hoping for a good steward to continue adding to all the wonderful memories.

2202/2206 Lem Edwards Road, Colbert

Listing courtesy of Nabo Realty Inc..

2202/2206 Lem Edwards Rd, Colbert
$1,775,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ CL358992 MLS
A private luxury country estate minutes from Athens offering exceptional privacy, multiple residences, resort-style amenities, and endless possibilities for equestrian pursuits, recreation, entertaining, or multi-generational living. Right at the boundaries of Clarke, Madison, and Oglethorpe Counties, the conveniently located Ballard Estate has been in the same family since it was built by the current owners, and they have added to each property through the years and made substantial updates as well. The first parcel (2206) is on 30+ acres and features a home that has been expanded to 5782 sq ft of living space and abounds with multiple gathering spaces. However, the heartbeat of the home, as it should be, is surely the massive kitchen that anchors the main floor. Going to have to let the pictures do the talking because there is just way too much to tell, but you’ve not seen a bigger kitchen in a home, I assure you. The Formal Office and Dining Room flank the foyer, which leads to a Formal Parlor. Owner’s Suite on main is like a spa you won’t want to leave. Off the kitchen is a keeping room currently being used as a dining area with a farm table. Large Laundry could serve an army. Large bonus room over the main floor family room is ripe for the teens to disappear to or make it a media room. The family room takes up the entire back portion of the home and has a wet bar, lodge-like fireplace, and room for a family reunion, which has happened here multiple times. The half-bath off the family room also has exterior access to the large private pool and rear patio, with both covered and open spaces, and all of this has been recently rebuilt, including the pool systems. Meander out to the hardscape fire ring that overlooks the horse pastures (Attention equestrians! Fencing, cross fencing, small tack shed, and separate well water for the horses. Plenty of room for a riding arena!). Or head down to the three bay shop that has been spray foam insulated and play with your toys, or hit some balls in your golf simulator (with an adjacent full bath). Upstairs are 4 more bedrooms: one overlooking the back fields; one being a semi-private en suite, and two others sharing a private jack and jill bath. Off the second story hall is access to the huge bricked veranda overlooking the front fields and this porch is big enough to have a wedding. The adjacent parcel (2202) sits on around 5 acres and features a 1533 square foot renovated 3 Bed, 3 Bath home with a large party deck outback and overlooking the fully stocked creek-fed pond and patio below. House has an owner's suite, a guest en-suite, and a third bedroom with discreet access to the hall bath. A Large Living Room, Dining Room, and Back Mudroom area with access to the back deck, round out the setting. The land is a nice blend of open pasture, lawns for gathering, and mature hardwood forest and is huntable if you desire. Mature trails surround the property as well. All this and much more just a stone’s throw from Athens, with backdoor access through Winterville to the East Side Corridor. Please call listing broker for a written comprehensive property overview of all you’ll need to know, which is more than we can fit in this write-up. Sellers are sad to say goodbye to this lovingly built and maintained slice of heaven, but they are hoping for a good steward to continue adding to all the wonderful memories.

2202/2206 Lem Edwards Rd, Colbert

Listing courtesy of Nabo Realty, LLC.

Veterans Drive, Danielsville
$2,950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10752989 MLS
*Beautiful 274 acre farm located only a mile from Danielsville, Ga. with easy access to Athens, Atlanta, Commerce, I-85 and Ga. Hwy. 316. * Two story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with 4 fireplaces, originally built in late 1800's, remodeled in the 1980's, approximately 3,000 sq. ft. heated space with central heat and air. * Three barns, implement shed, utility building, pole barn and several other outbuildings on the property. * Double wide rental mobile home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and an 8'x28' mobile home with office/bath/storage perfect for recreational get togethers located on property. There is a well on the property serving the home and both mobile homes along with 3 septic tanks. * Long gravel county maintained road frontage runs through the property. * The property has long frontage on the South Fork of the Broad River, several small ponds, and several small streams. *Approximately 2/3 of the property is in improved pastureland with the remainder in thinned pine plantation and large hardwoods, perfect for bird/deer hunting. The property is zoned A2 and is currently in the 10 year Conservation Use Program (CUVA) keeping property taxes lower. * This property is the perfect place for an upscale horse or cattle farm facility, family farm, or recreational property. There are several high elevations perfect for a nice home overlooking the farm. * The location offers easy access to county schools, shopping , commercial centers and recreational activities. * This property is shown by appointment only so please give us a call and we'll be glad to set up your personal showing. Listing agent must be present. * This property won't last long!

Veterans Drive, Danielsville

Listing courtesy of Southern Heritage Land Company.

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