This 5,500 sq ft custom ICF lakefront home at Lake Anna VA is designed for both personal living and long-term flexibility, including rental potential. Blending modern farmhouse design with high-performance construction, the home delivers durability, low maintenance, and a layout optimized for entertaining, privacy, and lakefront living.
This custom lakefront residence at Lake Anna reflects a clear design objective: create a home that functions equally well as a private retreat and a high-performing investment property, without compromising either.
Architecturally, the home combines a modern farmhouse aesthetic with a ranch-style layout, emphasizing horizontal lines, clean detailing, and strong indoor-outdoor connections. The exterior features low-maintenance Hardie plank siding paired with a stone foundation, providing durability suited for waterfront conditions.
The main level is designed for everyday living, anchored by a primary suite that allows for single-level use of the home. A large, open kitchen and great room form the core of the layout, intentionally designed for entertaining and group gatherings. Expansive rear-facing windows and direct access to outdoor living spaces reinforce the home’s connection to the lake.
Outdoor living is a central feature. A large, screened porch and adjacent concrete deck create a durable, low-maintenance entertaining space that extends the usable living area while providing protection from the elements.
The home is structured to accommodate larger groups without sacrificing privacy. With six bedrooms, two dedicated offices, and a full recreation room with wet bar, the layout supports both family use and short-term rental scenarios. The inclusion of a second primary suite on the upper level, complete with a private cantilevered balcony overlooking the lake, adds flexibility for multi-family use or premium guest accommodations.
Built with insulated concrete form (ICF) exterior walls, the home offers superior structural integrity, energy efficiency, and sound control compared to traditional construction, key advantages in both full-time and rental environments.
Long-term performance and adaptability are built into the system design. A backup generator ensures continuity during outages, while the home is pre-wired for future solar integration, allowing for energy upgrades without disruption.
An oversized two-car garage provides storage for both daily use and lake-related equipment, reinforcing the home’s practical functionality.
This home is not just designed for how it looks, but for how it performs, adapts, and holds value over time.
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