Some homes are defined by their square footage. Others are defined by what happens when you walk into the backyard.

At 6229 Grand Loop Road in Sugar Hill, the backyard is the headline. Set on a private lot in the Wild Timber community, this six-bedroom, four-bathroom home combines nearly 4,700 square feet of living space with a heated saltwater pool, spa, firepit, covered patio and fenced green space that gives the property the feel of a private retreat rather than a typical suburban backyard.

Listed at $1.04 million, the three-level residence was built in 2002 and sits on roughly one-third of an acre near the Chattahoochee River corridor and just minutes from downtown Sugar Hill and Suwanee.

A Home Built for Entertaining

The layout balances formal and informal spaces in a way that remains popular with today’s buyers. The main level includes separate living and dining areas, while the kitchen opens directly to the family room, creating a central gathering space for everyday life.

Recent updates include quartz countertops, fresh interior paint, new lighting fixtures and several mechanical improvements, including a new furnace and new main-level air conditioning system.

The kitchen features double ovens, a center island, breakfast bar seating and a spacious breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. Nearby, a bedroom and full bathroom on the main level provide flexibility for guests, multigenerational living or a home office setup.

The Terrace Level Adds Another Dimension

One of the home’s strongest features is the fully finished terrace level.

Instead of simply adding extra square footage, the lower level functions almost like a second living space, complete with a game room, wet bar, beverage refrigerator, gym area, bedroom and full bathroom. For buyers looking for entertainment space, guest accommodations or a place for older children and visiting family members, it significantly expands how the home can be used.

The property includes parking for four vehicles.

Wild Timber’s River Lifestyle

Location remains one of the home’s biggest selling points.

Wild Timber is among the most established master-planned communities in the Sugar Hill and Suwanee area, known for its extensive amenities and access to natural areas along the Chattahoochee River.

Residents have access to multiple pools, a waterslide, tennis courts, sand volleyball, playgrounds, fishing areas and miles of wooded trails. The neighborhood also offers private access to the river, a feature that remains relatively uncommon in metro Atlanta subdivisions.

For families, the home is assigned to Riverside Elementary, North Gwinnett Middle School and North Gwinnett High School, one of the most sought-after school clusters in Gwinnett County.

A Quick Look at the Numbers

The home’s current asking price of $1.04 million represents an increase from its most recent sale at $960,000 in March 2025. Before that, public records show the property sold for $829,900 in 2022.

At approximately $221 per square foot, the home sits within the upper tier of the Sugar Hill market while offering a combination of size, updated living areas and outdoor amenities that can be difficult to find in a single property.

For buyers seeking a traditional North Atlanta family home with a genuine resort-style backyard, 6229 Grand Loop Road stands out as one of the more distinctive listings currently available in the Sugar Hill market.

Courtesy of: Liz Ryan, Virtual Properties Realty.com, Roman Berkhan, Virtual Properties Realty.com

This property is not represented by North Atlanta Star, and this article is not sponsored or compensated by any agent, builder or seller.