Such a sweet retreat in Bay Colony on Lake Lanier in the Young Deer area! The quiet peacefulness of this charming 3 bedroom/2.5 bath Cape Cod home with owners suite on main is a cottage lovers dream. Nature lovers will be drawn to the woodsy natural surroundings and private setting of this home situated on two lots totaling 1.13 acres of privacy. Come sit on the NEW back deck and enjoy the abundant wildlife including deer and their frolicking fawns, a variety of birds and a view of the community fishing pond with seasonal views of Lake Lanier. Look out and see if if you can see a rock just like in The Lion King right there in the backyard!! Take time to meander over the backyard bridge to the walking trail that leads to the community fishing pond. Just cast your line from the platform dock and enjoy a little fishing. Delightful gravel patio sitting area by the garage is a relaxing spot to read, maybe add a firepit for fall evenings, or set up a hammock to enjoy the breezes. Enter this charming Cape Cod from its brand new front porch and step right into its freshly painted neutral interior. Sweet entry foyer leads to the dining room with its large window and window seat and a view into the a family room with its stone fireplace and door leading out to the custom NEW Deck! A remodeled cottage kitchen with eat-in breakfast room, newer stainless appliances, quartz counters, and pretty white cabinetry is cozy for morning coffee, baking cookies after school and of course an afternoon glass of sweet tea! The main level features all hardwood floors for easy upkeep. The owners suite on the main overlooks the backyard and has a newly remodeled full bath including new flooring, updated shower doors, new lighting and faucets. The just installed vintage style light fixtures throughout the main level complete the cottage feel and charm. A newly updated powder room is fresh and perfect for guests. Upstairs, the 2 guest bedrooms are spacious and one has an extra room under the dormer windows perfect for an office, study space or nursery. The fully remodeled upstairs guest bath has subway tile, a tub/shower combo and white cabinetry. This home has a partially finished terrace level with 3 finished rooms including a playroom/recreation room, additional office space/or bunk room and storage rooms with cabinets/shelving. Laundry room is in the basement. Also, has areas of unfinished storage space. Home is move in ready with NEW Deck for front entry/porch, new decking/railing for covered breezeway from 2 car garage to side entrance of home and NEW custom rear deck. Other updates include: NEW hot water heater, Newly painted interior main level, upstairs and most of the basement, the exterior vinyl siding has just been power washed, and the newer Heat pump HVAC is zoned. Home has county water and there is a nearby community well which may be used for irrigation. The roof has been replaced with architectural shingles and was recently inspected. Bay Colony sits on the shores of Lake Lanier with Tidwell Park and its boat launch ramp less that 1.5 miles away. The neighborhood has its own swim/tennis amenities, street lights, community day dock, community fishing pond, and has easy access to shopping, schools, and 400N. Zoned for the NEW EAST FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL. Some favorite neighborhood activities include walking to the community dock and swimming or meeting friends for a boat ride, fishing, and gathering to watch Lake Lanier fireworks from Tidwell Park for various holidays of the year! Come enjoy the casual lake lifestyle!