A newly built lakefront estate on 20.67 acres in Barrow County is heading to the auction block on Monday, November 3, 2025.
The property at 120 Mount Moriah Road, Auburn, GA comes to market via Elite Auctions, with a current list price of $4,700,000 and a without-reserve format designed to accelerate the sale.
Completed in 2023, the 6,047-square-foot residence pairs contemporary architecture with off-grid amenities — think a 34-panel solar array with dual batteries and a private well with full filtration — packaged for low maintenance and year-round reliability.
The setting is spring-fed and private: a lake with sand beach and dock, broad pastures, and wide-open skies about 60 minutes from downtown Atlanta.
According to Elite Auctions, the owner — entrepreneur Vera Watkins, founder of Marena, a company that creates comfortable medical-grade compression garments — is relocating to Europe and opted for an auction to meet a clear timeline. It’s an on-trend move in the Southeast luxury segment, where time-certain sales and self-sufficient infrastructure are finding a receptive buyer pool.
The property at a glance
- Address: 120 Mount Moriah Rd, Auburn, GA (Barrow County)
- Auction: November 3, 2025 (on-site), without reserve
- Open houses: Saturdays & Sundays, 1–4 p.m., starting October 11
- Living area: 6,047 sq. ft. (main house + guest apartment)
- Lot size: 20.67 acres
- Year built: 2023
- Beds/Baths: 5 ensuite bedrooms, 6 baths total
- Auction firm: Elite Auctions
Modern design with a lakefront backdrop
Post-and-beam construction and floor-to-ceiling glass set the tone, centering daily life around a LaCantina door system that opens to a lakefront deck.
Bright living spaces with indoor-outdoor flow
Inside, the plan reads open and bright, with long sightlines and water views from the main living areas.
In the kitchen, a chef’s setup with German imports
The heart of the home is a LEICHT-imported kitchen built for serious cooking and easy entertaining. Materials lean contemporary and durable, aligning with the home’s low-maintenance mission.
Built for minimal upkeep
The materials list is unapologetically practical: composite siding, aluminum-clad windows, and concrete footings. The goal: longevity without constant servicing.
Five ensuite bedrooms, all with a view
Five ensuite bedrooms stack the comfort and privacy, each angled to capture the lake. With six total baths, guest flow stays smooth even on busy weekends.
Off-grid confidence as a luxury amenity
A 34-panel solar array with dual battery storage keeps essentials running through outages. A private well with full filtration means utility independence without sacrificing water quality.
Equestrian barn with flexible bonus spaces
Beyond the main residence, the equestrian barn adds two stalls, a ~725 sq. ft. guest apartment, and a ~1,000–1,200 sq. ft. event/recreation space — use it for tack, tastings, or pop-up gatherings.
Spring-fed lake with sand beach and dock
The lake is the headliner: spring-fed, with a sand beach for easy in-and-out and a dock for kayaks, paddleboards, or just lingering at golden hour.
Secondary market momentum: Rowen effect
The address sits minutes from the Rowen Knowledge Community, a planned 2,000-acre research and technology community projected to generate 100,000 jobs over the next 30 years in agriculture, medical, and environmental fields — an economic tailwind for buyers thinking five to ten years out.
Auction mechanics and property representation
A without-reserve auction guarantees a sale to the highest bidder on a set day. For a 2023-build with a relocating owner, it’s a clean way to match a unique property with a ready buyer — no long tail, no pricing stalemate.
Elite Auctions is handling the auction, while Darka Krsmanovic of UC Premiere Properties holds the listing. Open houses run every Saturday and Sunday, 1–4 p.m., starting October 11.
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