If you are looking for a luxurious oasis in the city, look no further than The River District at Berkeley Lake, a new gated community from John Willis Homes set on the banks of the Chattahoochee River at Berkeley Lake.

Nestled between Duluth and Norcross, Berkeley Lake is one of Gwinnett County’s best kept secrets. Developed in the late 1940s, the city grew up around Lake Berkeley and, for many years, was primarily a summer retreat with an assortment of fishing cottages mingled with a slowly growing number of permanent homes. In 1956, the new municipality—the City of Berkeley Lake—was officially born, and over the years since the city’s incorporation, a number of ordinances have been passed to protect the character and tranquility of the community.

The River District is the newest development within Berkeley Lake and captures the beauty and exceptional nature of the surrounding city. The exquisite neighborhood offers three distinct districts—River Passage (river lots), Garden District (interior lots) and Parkside Estate (larger culde- sac lots)—with each representing their own unique qualities and characteristics. The gracious homes are architecturally united and harmonize perfectly with the surrounding environment.

The area is private and secluded, yet amazingly convenient. Residents enter the community via a richly landscaped boulevard while broad vistas of the river and gorgeous landscaping allude to the community’s tranquil elegance.

“The River District at Berkeley Lake is a truly stunning community with an artistic array of architectural style to create a timeless streetscape that will be enjoyed for generations,” says Heather St. Clair of Prudential Georgia Realty. “Homeowners have the pleasure of a resort-like lifestyle that is private and secluded yet near to the city and highways.”

The beautiful setting provides a perfect backdrop for the community’s elegant homes. An Atlanta native known for building award-winning homes of superior craftsmanship since 1992, John Willis presents some of his most distinguished and varied designs for The River District. Homeowners can choose from a variety of timeless and sophisticated architectural styles, including English Country, Low Country, Southern Traditional, Arts and Crafts and more, all with enduring artistic composition. The luxury, custom homes have savvy, spacious floor plans with the most desirable features including winding staircases, dramatic trim work and impressive beams as well as the option of an allbrick exterior (four-side brick).

Additional community amenities include a riverside pool, sunset pavilion, outdoor fireplace, river access, beautifully landscaped boulevards, and access to the Berkeley Lake boat launch and beach. Homes in The River District range from 3,500 to 6,000 square feet with prices starting in the high $500s. River lots are available starting at $225,000 and interior lots start at $85,000.

	The luxurious homes feature timeless finishes such as hardwoods and built-ins.

“The location of River District makes it a special property in that we are nestled deep in the quiet community of Berkeley Lake but still can be in the city for dinner or a play in 20 minutes or less,” says Jeff Sprinkle, a resident in The River District. “The timeless architecture and our smaller square footage home (4,800 sq. ft.) with large, open and quality living space fits our lifestyle perfectly.”

For additional information, call Vicki Polo at 678-491-9631 or Heather St. Clair at 678-878-8495.