Lakefront retreat * Sunset views * Two outdoor kitchens * Steps to Richland Pointe & golf Welcome to The Birch Tree Cottage at 1000 Brickyard Lane, a real stone Craftsman home on Lake Oconee's shoreline in the Howells Grove section of Reynolds Lake Oconee. Positioned for west-facing sunset views, this lakefront estate offers 127 ft of private waterfront, a max dock with boat lift, and easy access to Richland Pointe amenities, Richland Golf Course, and the Ritz-Carlton Reynolds-all within minutes by boat or car. The main level highlights a chef's kitchen with Wolf gas cooktop, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Cove dishwasher, quartzite island, and farmhouse sink, opening to a keeping room with wood-burning fireplace and screened porch with second fireplace. A formal dining room with coffered ceiling and gas fireplace creates an elegant space for entertaining. Two outdoor kitchens-one on the main-level porch and one on the terrace patio-expand the home's indoor-outdoor living. The primary suite on main features private porch access, dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and custom cabinetry. The terrace level adds a family room with wet bar, three ensuite bedrooms, a recreation room, and direct lake access for paddleboarding or boating. A 3-car detached garage includes a bonus suite ideal for guests or office use. Additional highlights include wide-plank hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, whole-house water softener, irrigation system, and professional landscaping. Set within Reynolds Lake Oconee, a gated golf and lake community featuring six championship courses, clubhouses, pickleball and tennis courts, marinas, walking trails, fitness centers, and community pools, this property combines luxury lake living with modern comforts. Includes 3D tour and video walkthrough. Discover this sunset-view lakefront home with outdoor kitchens and golf access-a rare offering in Reynolds Lake Oconee's Howells Grove.