On popular Georgia lake, 'ultra-high-end' townhomes underway

Here’s proof that upscale and uber-pricey townhomes aren’t exclusively the province of, say, Inman Park and Buckhead. 

As part of Airabella Lake Oconee, a 137-acre resort village that broke ground last year, vertical construction began this week on the first phase of 72 townhomes described by project officials as “ultra-high-end.” Prices start at $1.4 million. 

The broader Airabella project—situated due south of Athens, about an hour and 20 minutes east of downtown Atlanta—is aiming to bring mixed-use walkability to one of Georgia’s most scenic and celebrated lakes. 

Choice Gateway developers broke ground on Airabella in March last year near the City of Greensboro; their full project scope calls for more than 200 single-family houses and townhomes, a boutique Marriott hotel, restaurants, a brewery, and a retail section called Village at Airabella. 

Additional features will include greenspaces, a wedding venue, and new nine-hole golf course, according to project leaders. The Reynolds Lake Oconee community and Ritz-Carlton Reynolds resort are next door. 

Seasoned Atlanta-based homebuilder Harrison Homes was picked to build Airabella’s townhome portion, which will offer 16 home elevations and three floorplans. Project reps tell Urbanize Atlanta the first building is scheduled to deliver in eight months, and presales are underway now. 

The foot-in-the-door option, the Aster, will span more than 3,000 square feet across three levels, priced at $1.4 million and up. The larger model, the Vista, will start at $1.7 million for at least 4,000 square feet. 

So rustic, simple lakeside getaways these are not. 

Features with all townhomes will include elevators, dedicated golf-cart parking, sculleries, large terraces, golf course views, and what’s described as “epicurean kitchens.” The larger Vista options come with a private courtyard, temperature-controlled plunge pool, and detached two-car garages with optional apartments. 

The list of planned townhome amenities includes pickleball courts, a resort pool with concierge services, and a 4,000-square-foot communal clubhouse.  

Airabella, if you’re wondering, translates to “beautiful wind.” 

“Our vision is to create a vibrant, modern, and elevated community that fosters positivity and human connection,” said Kevin Bryant of Choice Gateway in a townhome announcement. “This sentiment is beautifully reflected in the design of the townhome residences, which Harrison has masterfully brought to life.” 

Find more project context and imagery in the gallery above. 

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