Oconee Homes with Wooded Lot Description

Welcome to Oconee County, Georgia – a hidden gem that perfectly blends serene natural beauty with vibrant community living. Nestled in the heart of Northeast Georgia, Oconee County is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, top-notch schools, and friendly neighborhoods. Whether you're drawn to the lush greenery, the charming small-town atmosphere, or the proximity to larger urban centers like Athens and Atlanta, Oconee County has something for everyone.

One of the most appealing features of homes in this area is their stunning wooded lot descriptions. Imagine stepping outside your back door to a private sanctuary of towering trees, vibrant wildlife, and the soothing sounds of nature. These homes offer more than just a place to live; they provide a lifestyle immersed in tranquility and beauty. With wooded lots, you can enjoy the benefits of privacy and seclusion, perfect for family gatherings, outdoor activities, or simply unwinding after a long day.

Many of these homes boast modern amenities while maintaining a rustic charm, allowing you to experience the best of both worlds. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin-style retreat or a spacious family home, Oconee County's real estate market has diverse options to suit your needs.

In addition to the stunning properties, residents enjoy access to excellent recreational opportunities, including parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes. Oconee County is not just a place to live; it’s a community where nature and comfort come together seamlessly. Discover your dream home in Oconee County today and embrace the beauty of wooded living!

Newest Oconee Homes with Wooded Lot Description

$459,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL361487 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,936 SqFt. ⋅ 1974 Year Built

Completely and beautifully renovated from top to bottom, this charming Spanish-style home blends timeless character with fresh, modern updates in an unbeatable Watkinsville location. Built with classic brick and topped with a long lasting metal roof, this home is full of personality from the moment you arrive. Durable LVP flooring runs through the main living areas, making the open concept floorplan feel seamless and cohesive. The living room is eye-catching with vaulted, beamed ceilings and an electric fireplace and leads to a stunning kitchen with sleek finishes and plenty of cabinetry. Tucked to the right of the kitchen, you'll find the private primary suite addition with its own bathroom. Down the hall on the left side of the house, 3 additional bedrooms await after a long day, and updated bathrooms make getting ready or winding down a breeze. Outside, you'll love the huge fenced backyard-a perfect setting for kids, pets, entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. Situated on a beautiful lot, the property offers extra privacy while still placing you just minutes from downtown Watkinsville, Wire Park, and the rapidly growing Butler's Crossing area with its expanding selection of shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. With quick access to US-441 and US-78, commuting to Athens, Monroe, and surrounding areas couldn't be more convenient. If you've been searching for a move-in-ready home with character, a fantastic yard, and an incredible location, this one checks all the boxes. The conceptual site plan in photos is the new Butler’s Grove development.

1191 Arrowhead Rd, Watkinsville

$370,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL361369 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,775 SqFt. ⋅ 1993 Year Built

Rare opportunity to own a private, tranquil retreat just minutes from Oconee County’s most desirable destinations! Tucked away in the highly sought-after Oconee Forest community, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits nestled among the trees at the end of a winding private driveway, offering exceptional privacy and a peaceful setting. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable layout featuring a formal dining room, a cozy great room with soaring ceilings, and an open catwalk overlooking the living area. A large bonus room with closets provides the flexibility for a home office, playroom, guest space, or potential fourth bedroom. Recent updates include luxury flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, beautifully painted kitchen cabinets, and updated appliances, making this home move-in ready. Step outside to the expansive back deck and enjoy the serenity of the wooded backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or watching nature. A detached workshop with electricity provides excellent space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Adding even more value is the unbeatable location in award-winning Oconee County, home to some of Georgia’s top-rated public schools. Enjoy quick access to Publix, downtown Watkinsville, Wire Park, Thomas Farm Preserve, Oconee Veterans Park, and all the shopping and dining the area has to offer. Plus, you’re only about 20 minutes from downtown Athens and the University of Georgia.

1060 Sharon Pl, Watkinsville

$599,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CL359964 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,481 SqFt. ⋅ 2014 Year Built

Whitlow Creek is one of Oconee County's most established Swim and Tennis Communities and 1185 Whitlow Ridge sits at its best address - a quiet cul-de-sac on nearly nine-tenths of an acre, the largest lot currently available in the neighborhood. The floor plan is the one families keep coming back to. The primary suite anchors the main level with walk-in closets and a private en suite bath, while a half bath serves the main living areas. Engineered hardwood floors run throughout, and the Great Room opens to fireplace and flows naturally into a granite kitchen designed for everyday living and easy entertaining. Upstairs, three bedrooms and a full bath surround a bonus room that gives every family something different - a home office, media room, playroom, or a guest retreat. It is the kind of flexible space that makes house work for the long term. Step outside to a covered back porch overlooking a private backyard - a genuine outdoor living space that extends your usable square footage well beyond four walls. Whitlow Creek residents enjoy a community pool, tennis/pickle ball courts, a pavilion, fishing pond, walking/biking trails, and sidewalks. The neighborhood sits within the Oconee County School District, consistently recognized as one of Georgia's highest performing and most sought after systems - a major reason families choose this community and stay.

1185 Whitlow Ridge Dr, Bishop

$576,355

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CL360184 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,929 SqFt. ⋅ 2026 Year Built

3-SIDED BRICK home! Backs up to woods, private homesite. Westland is a beautiful new community, and Amenities include an oversized pool and cabana, pickleball courts, tennis courts, sidewalks, streetlights, and playground. BUILDER PAID RATE BUYDOWNS and CLOSING COST CONTRIBUTION when using our affiliated lender, DHI. The popular SUMMIT floor plan offers a GOURMET KITCHEN with Quartz, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, and a large Island overlooking the family room with a cozy fireplace. A spacious Butler's Pantry provides exceptional storage. The main level also includes a guest bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, enjoy a SECOND FAMILY ROOM, three additional bedrooms, 2 full baths, a convenient laundry room, and a private owner's suite featuring an oversized walk-in closet, and spa-like bath. The home also includes Home Is Connected smart home technology, keeping you connected to what matters most. All homes include IRRIGATION. Conveniently located on Hwy 78 & Hwy 53, just minutes from 316, schools, shopping, parks, the University of Georgia, downtown Athens, and so much more! PHOTOS ARE FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES AS THIS HOME IS CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION. ESTIMATED COMPLETION IS AUGUST. Stop by for a tour and walk the completed homes! You won't be disappointed!

1616 Brookstone Xing, Bogart

$1,100,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ CL359776 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 896 SqFt. ⋅ 1900 Year Built

Rare historic property on Rose Creek in Oconee County, GA For Sale. 1381 Elder Mill Road includes the c.1900 Elder Mill, part of the National Register-listed Elder’s Mill Covered Bridge and Elder Mill historic district. Approximately 6 wooded acres beside the iconic 1897 Elder Mill Covered Bridge. One-of-a-kind property combines Oconee County history, creek frontage, mature hardwoods, rock outcroppings, native creekside habitat, and extraordinary privacy just minutes from Watkinsville and Athens, GA. The historic mill structure retains its rustic character with weathered wood construction, metal roof, pine flooring, and a timeless presence overlooking the natural landscape. The site offers a rare opportunity for a buyer with vision — ideal as a private retreat, historic residence, preservation project, creative studio, or legacy property. A truly unique blend of architecture, history, and natural beauty in one of Oconee County’s most scenic settings.

1381 Elder Mill Rd, Watkinsville

$1,100,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ CL359026 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 896 SqFt. ⋅ 1900 Year Built

1381 Elder Mill Rd, Watkinsville

$897,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CL359405 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,930 SqFt. ⋅ 2018 Year Built

This stunning better than new, estate-style home sits on 1.78 PRIVATE, WOODED acres in the highly sought-after Enclave at Coldwater Creek community of Oconee County. MOVE-IN READY AND PRICED TO SELL, it’s perfect for the next family looking for space, elegance, and privacy. Step inside to SOARING CEILINGS, abundant NATURAL LIGHT, and warm HARDWOOD FLOORS that flow throughout the main level and all upstairs common areas. Plantation shutters frame every window, adding elegance and privacy. The expansive great room is adorned with a WALL OF WINDOWS and is anchored by a handsome wood-burning fireplace flanked by CUSTOM BUILT-INS — the perfect backdrop for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying PEACEFUL VIEWS of the LUSH TREE-LINED and FENCED BACKYARD. The gourmet kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring DOUBLE OVENS, a POT FILLER, lovely granite countertops, a center island, and an oversized walk-in pantry plus plenty of space for family dinners. It opens seamlessly to an eat in dining area, and then a bright keeping room and a covered back porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings overlooking the serene backyard. Retreat to luxury in the main-level Owner's Suite with CATHEDRAL CEILINGS and a SPA-LIKE BATH with an oversized shower, whirlpool garden tub, and generous His-and-Hers closet. Upstairs find three spacious secondary bedrooms- two share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while the third has its own private en-suite. All baths feature beautiful tile and granite finishes. Also find a spacious and bright loft with a built-in desk and shelving, making it an ideal HOME OFFICE or STUDY area, and an EXPANSIVE AND CHARMING BONUS/FLEX ROOM that offers endless possibilities such as, a media room, playroom, gym or hobby space — complete with ample built-in storage. Community perks include a low mandatory HOA of just $200/year, with the optional opportunity to join the pool, tennis courts, pickleball, and playground for only $375 annually. This move-in ready home truly has it all — space, style, privacy, and a friendly community with TOP-RATED Oconee County schools right around the corner. Don’t miss this opportunity!

1071 Bent Tree Ln, Watkinsville

$835,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ CL358855 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4,931 SqFt. ⋅ 2004 Year Built

This stunning 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers just under 5,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Featuring a primary suite on the main level, a beautifully finished basement perfect for a mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, or multi-generational living, and an oversized, professionally landscaped lot that provides both privacy and room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside and just off the foyer, the dining room is wrapped in classic wainscoting and ready for everything from weeknight dinners to big gatherings with the whole family. Vaulted ceilings and a beautiful brick fireplace anchor the living room, creating a space that's just as cozy on a quiet evening as it is when filled with family and friends. The kitchen was made for real life. With loads of cabinet space, a huge island with seating, and easy access to the living areas, it's the kind of place where friends and family gather to tell stories and catch up, and no one ever seems to leave. When the day is over, the main-level primary suite offers a quiet place to recharge with beautiful trey ceilings and a spacious ensuite bathroom featuring separate vanities, a soaking tub, a separate shower, and plenty of room to start and end your day with ease. Upstairs, you'll find three more bedrooms and two full bathrooms, giving everyone their own corner of the house. Then there's the basement...and honestly, it's a game changer. With its own bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchenette, and additional flex space, it doesn't just add square footage, it adds possibilities. Thanks to the private, stair-free entrance from the side of the home, it's perfectly suited for a mother-in-law suite, overnight guests, an au pair, or anyone who could use a little independence while still feeling at home. And if you've been searching for extra storage, the boat door garage is one of those features you'll appreciate more every year. But the backyard is what people will remember. Picture cool fall evenings around the outdoor brick fireplace, coffee on the patio while listening to the creek, or kids crossing the little bridge as they head off on backyard adventures. The professionally landscaped yard feels tucked away from the world, giving you privacy, space to play, and a setting that's hard to recreate. This isn't the kind of home you outgrow. It's the kind of home that grows with you, adapts to every season of life, and gives you plenty of reasons to stay a little longer each day.

1030 Oaklake Ter, Watkinsville

$759,000

CL354155 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1960 Year Built

Rare estate acreage opportunity in highly desirable Oconee County with a buildable homesite and an Athens address. This approximately 6.26-acre property includes an existing four-bedroom home on 1.95 acres plus an adjoining approximately 4.3-acre buildable parcel. Offered as one package with 1310 Ivywood Drive. Perfect for those seeking privacy, a family compound opportunity, a future custom homesite, or the rare chance to own acreage minutes from Athens and the University of Georgia. Mature hardwoods, established landscaping, and a peaceful setting create a private retreat while maintaining convenient access to schools, shopping, dining, and healthcare. The property must be purchased together with 1310 Ivywood Drive. Total purchase price for home and acreage is $759,000. Please see Athens MLS #CL351311 also GaMLS#10721022 for more information on the 1.95 acres and home.

1310 B Ivywood Dr, Athens

$432,000

CL357350 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

If you're looking for the perfect blend of open pasture and private wooded acreage in Oconee County, this 7-acre corner tract is a must-see. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Watkinsville, the property offers multiple potential homesites, including a beautiful setting tucked among mature hardwoods in the rear of the tract. The front portion of the property features a newly installed four-board wooden fence with driveway access, creating an ideal space for horses, livestock, or added privacy and security. With a balance of open land and natural wooded beauty, this property provides the perfect setting to build your dream home while enjoying the peace and flexibility of country living.

2681 Greensboro Hwy, Watkinsville

$1,220,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ CL358159 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,880 SqFt. ⋅ 2016 Year Built

NOW AVIALABLE IN NORTH OCONEE! 2221 Gentry Lane in Clubside Plantation is fully renovated and move in ready, offering 4 beds, 4 baths, and 3,880 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space in one of Oconee County’s most desirable school districts, zoned for Dove Creek Elementary, Dove Creek MS, and North Oconee HS. Ideally located just minutes from The Georgia Club, this home blends everyday convenience with a setting that feels private and relaxed. The kitchen has been completely reimagined with all new cabinetry featuring soft close doors & drawers; a 36 in. KitchenAid gas range, wall oven, microwave, & refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher; and, a Kohler farm sink with a designer curated faucet. Quartz tops and a full quartz backsplash, along with designer curated hardware & lighting, bring everything together into a space that feels both elevated and inviting. It opens seamlessly to the main living areas, making it easy to gather, entertain, and enjoy day to day life. Throughout the home, you will find newly refinished hardwood flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and updated lighting that create a cohesive, well finished feel. The main level offers great flexibility with a private home office and multiple bedrooms, including the primary suite and an additional ensuite bedroom with its own bath, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. While septic is permitted for 4 bedrooms, there are five rooms that can function as bedrooms depending on your needs. The full basement is already framed and wired, with a brand new dedicated HVAC system and two bathrooms stubbed, ready for future expansion when the time is right. Set on a private lot, the outdoor spaces extend the living area with a screened porch above and a patio below, offering room to relax, play, or host friends and family.

2221 Gentry Ln, Statham

$785,000

CL357593 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 784 SqFt. ⋅ 1995 Year Built

Tucked away on over 15 private acres in highly sought after Oconee County, this unique Watkinsville property offers endless possibilities for those seeking privacy, recreation, or the perfect setting to build a dream home. Surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty, 1455 Tappan Spur Road provides the ideal blend of seclusion and convenience, with close proximity to Heritage Park, the University of Georgia, and the University of Georgia Equestrian Complex. The property features a large barn 40’ x 60’ downstairs and 40’ x 40’ upstairs and multiple outbuildings already in place, offering incredible functionality for storage, hobbies, farming, equipment, horses, or recreational use. Two sides of the property are bordered by creeks, creating a peaceful setting filled with natural beauty and abundant wildlife. With expansive acreage and a beautiful mix of wooded and open areas, there is plenty of room for trails, outdoor entertaining, gardening, livestock, or creating your own private retreat. Enjoy the serenity of country living while still being just minutes from Watkinsville, Athens, shopping, dining, and award winning Oconee County schools. Rare opportunities like this with acreage, creeks, barns, and a prime location do not come along often.

1455 Tappan Spur Rd, Watkinsville

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