The Best in Southern Lake and River Living

Lakeside and riverfront living offers the ultimate in peace, fun, leisure, and luxury - especially when it’s on beautiful southern water with unparalleled views and unlimited outdoor enjoyment. The only thing that can make life even more special is when your home is brand new, built on your land, and customized just for you. At Brown Haven Homes, that’s exactly what we build. And if you need help finding the right piece of lake or river property, we can help with that, too.

Brown Haven Homes builds the home of your choice on your land in North Georgia, Western North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Some of our favorite homes were built near the lakes and rivers of these stunning regions. There’s just something about waking up to serene water and glorious sunshine and feeling like your day is as limitless as the sky. Let’s take a look at some of the most dazzling southern lakes and rivers that you can call home.

North Carolina

Asheville Area

Lake Santeetlah: 76 miles of serene, unspoiled shoreline

Lake Lure: Unrivaled views of the Blue Ridge Foothills

French Broad River: The third oldest river in the world with both flatwater and big rapids

Catawba River: A haven for bald eagles, river otters, kingfishers, and more

Fontana Lake: One of the best smallmouth bass fishing lakes in the country

Lake Glenville: A pristine reservoir with 26 miles of shoreline

If you’re looking for a new home in Western North Carolina, please visit our Asheville Design Studio.

South Carolina

Anderson Area

Lake Hartwell:Superb fishing and a wide variety of campsites

Lake Keowee:A popular destination for fishing, waterskiing, swimming, camping and picnicking

Twin Lakes:Densely populated with pines and hardwoods, ideal for camping, boating and water sports 

If you’re looking for a new home in Western South Carolina, please visit our Anderson Design Studio.

Tennessee

Chattanooga Area

Lake Douglas:28,000 acres of water surrounded by picturesque mountains with excellent fishing

Tennessee River:Part of the Great Loop, the recreational waterway of Eastern North America

Ocoee River:One of the country’s premier rivers for whitewater rafting

If you’re looking for a new home in Tennessee, please visit our Chattanooga Design Studio. 

Georgia

Hiawassee Area

Lake Rabun:Quaint lake popular for boating, fishing and swimming 

Hiwassee River & Bell Creek:Picturesque and ideal for fly-fishing

Lake Chatuge:Scenic and peaceful with 132 miles of shoreline and a swimming beach

Lake Nottely:Popular with boaters, there are two marinas and several public boat ramps

Lake Burton:Family fishing, boating, and camping

If you’re looking for a new home in the Hiawassee area of North Georgia, please visit our Hiawassee Design Studio. 

Dawsonville Area

Lake Oconee:Sophisticated waterside retreat with options for water skiing, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing

Lake Lanier Islands:30 minutes from Atlanta but a world away with tranquil waters, luxury living, and family fun

If you’re looking for a new home in the Dawsonville area of North Georgia, please visit our Dawsonville Design Studio. 

Ellijay Area

Carter’s Lake:Small but deep, nationally known for spotted bass fishing

Cartecay River:Popular recreation area with kayaking and tubing

Coosawattee:13 miles of scenic paddling

If you’re looking for a new home in the Ellijay area of North Georgia, please visit our Ellijay Design Studio.