Community guide · Alpharetta

Windward

Lake and golf community in Alpharetta

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Inside Windward

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Overview

Windward is a master-planned community in Alpharetta built around Lake Windward, with golf nearby, including the private Golf Club of Georgia. It offers a suburban, amenity-rich lifestyle close to Avalon and the GA-400 corridor.

It's a good fit for families who want lake life, good schools and a strong community feel, and who are comfortable with a longer drive to in-town venues.

Gated access & security

Some sections are gated, and gate operation varies. Ask what is staffed and what uses codes or remotes.

For crime statistics, rely on official sources: search any address on the LexisNexis Community Crime Map ↗, or check with the local police department or sheriff's office.

Privacy

Varies by section. Lakefront homes are visible from the water, and interior and gated streets offer more seclusion.

Homes

A wide range of single-family homes, from lakefront estates to family homes on suburban lots.

Lifestyle

Lake Windward, golf, Avalon's dining and shopping, Alpharetta's downtown, and the Big Creek Greenway.

Flood & insurance

Lakefront and creek-side lots may fall in FEMA flood zones. Check each address on the map.

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Getting around

Commute from Windward

Estimated drive times from the center of the community to pro and college team facilities and airports, without traffic. Peak-hour times can be much longer, so Mary tests real commutes at the hours that matter to your schedule.

Drive estimates to team facilities
Teams & training	Drive	Distance
Braves — Truist Park	37 min	24.8 mi
Hawks — Emory Sports Medicine Complex (practice) (approx. location)	38 min	25.6 mi
Atlanta United — Training Ground (Marietta)	41 min	27.6 mi
Falcons / Atlanta United — Mercedes-Benz Stadium	43 min	29.7 mi
Falcons — Training Facility (Flowery Branch)	43 min	26.5 mi
Hawks — State Farm Arena	44 min	29.9 mi
Dream — Gateway Center Arena	59 min	40.0 mi

Drive estimates to college athletic facilities
College athletics	Drive	Distance
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets — Bobby Dodd Stadium	40 min	28.3 mi
Emory University Eagles (approx. location)	43 min	27.6 mi
Georgia State Panthers — Convocation Center	44 min	30.8 mi
Georgia State Panthers — Center Parc Stadium	45 min	31.2 mi
Kennesaw State Owls — Fifth Third Stadium	47 min	28.2 mi
Atlanta University Center (Clark Atlanta, Morehouse, Spelman) (approx. location)	47 min	31.5 mi
Georgia Bulldogs — Sanford Stadium (Athens)	1 hr 25 min	60.6 mi

Drive estimates to airports
Airports	Drive	Distance
DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK, private)	37 min	21.9 mi
Fulton County Airport–Brown Field (FTY)	49 min	34.1 mi
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int'l (ATL)	1 hr	40.7 mi

Nearby

Schools, marinas & trails

Private schools

Wesleyan School23 min
Blessed Trinity Catholic High School27 min
Mount Vernon School (Upper Campus)27 min
Marist School31 min
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School33 min

Marinas

Holiday Marina (Lake Lanier) (approx. location)35 min
Lake Lanier Islands marinas (approx. location)36 min
Aqualand Marina (Lake Lanier)42 min

Walking & biking trails

Big Creek Greenway (Alpharetta)18 min
Chattahoochee River — Cochran Shoals (approx. location)35 min
Silver Comet Trail (Smyrna)43 min

Estimated drive times without traffic. School admissions, enrollment availability and marina slip availability vary, so ask Mary for current details.

Before you buy

Questions to ask about Windward

Mary verifies these for your specific home before you commit.

Is the home in a gated section, and how is the gate operated?
What are the lake access rules and dock rules?
What are the HOA dues and rental rules?
How long is the GA-400 commute at peak hours?
Is the lot lakefront, on the course or in the interior?

Questions

Windward FAQ

Is Windward a gated community?

Some gated sections. Some sections are gated, and gate operation varies. Ask what is staffed and what uses codes or remotes.

How private are homes in Windward?

Varies by section. Lakefront homes are visible from the water, and interior and gated streets offer more seclusion.

How far is Windward from the team facilities and stadiums?

Estimated drive times from the center of Windward, without traffic: Braves — Truist Park about 37 min; Hawks — Emory Sports Medicine Complex (practice) about 38 min; Atlanta United — Training Ground (Marietta) about 41 min. Rush-hour drives can take much longer.

What private schools are near Windward?

The closest private schools by estimated drive time include Wesleyan School (about 23 min), Blessed Trinity Catholic High School (about 27 min), Mount Vernon School (Upper Campus) (about 27 min), Marist School (about 31 min).

Is Windward in a flood zone?

Lakefront and creek-side lots may fall in FEMA flood zones. Check each address on the map.

Who can help me relocate to Windward?

Mary Stinyard is a Tampa-based luxury Realtor licensed in Florida and Georgia who specializes in discreet relocation for athletes, coaches and executives. She evaluates Windward using the Athlete Property Scorecard™ and verifies security, privacy, commute and flood details for your specific needs.

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