California lake house

Sit back, relax and enjoy the views. From sky-scraping cabins to crystal-clear lakes, we've gathered 60 of the most luxurious lakefront properties for you to enjoy.

This vacation cabin project transforms an old bunkie into a charming, functional retreat inspired by the classic boathouse. Thoughtfully designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding forest, it features salvaged materials, custom details, and smart storage solutions—offering a perfect balance of heritage preservation and modern comfort.

This week’s properties include a modern house in California, a bungalow in Florida and a contemporary home in Montana.

Maria and her husband purchased this 875-square-foot first as a vacation property, so they could escape their city life in New Jersey in the mess of 2020. After the death of Maria's father, the couple

This modest Cape Cod style cottage was built on the water. The lot is composed of three smaller lots that were combined, which created some restrictions. The house and site layout maximize the footprint that was allowed by local zoning law.