April Southers, Lake Homes Realty

09/07/2026

If you have been looking for a quiet spot to watch the water, this one in Athens is worth a look.

5835 Bay Village Drive Unit 203 brings together a peaceful Tennessee River view, a brand-new HVAC, fresh paint, and a genuinely easy, low-maintenance layout. It is nestled in a golf cart-friendly neighborhood where you can easily stroll down to the marina, grab a bite or drink at the local BARge, or spend the afternoon by one of the two community pools.

- 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- 955 sq ft of comfortable space
- Walk to marina & dining
- Offered at $162,000

See every photo + details here:
https://ksvc.paragon.ice.com/s/goto/LAkNS7attkH

Who do you know that would love waking up to a river view?

April Southers, Lake Homes Realty

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest weekends on the water—and while we’re all here for sunshine, boat rides, and making memories… safety comes first. 🚤☀️

Before you leave the dock, take 60 seconds to run through this boat safety checklist.

✔️ Life jackets
✔️ Sober captain
✔️ Weather check
✔️ Emergency gear
✔️ Hydration (because lake dehydration hits different 😅)

As someone who lives and works the lake lifestyle every day, I want all my friends, clients, and fellow boaters coming home safely.

Boat Smart. Float Happy.
Make Memories—Not Mishaps. 💙

Tag your boat crew captain below 👇

04/17/2026

Congratulations Katie and Austin!!!

Not only are they first time homebuyers, but also soon to be newlyweds! It was an honor to help you through this building process!

I hope you love your new home and enjoy all the memories you are going to make!

04/01/2026

Boat season is here… are you ready? 👀

I’m hosting a FREE Boater Safety License Course at Lucy’s BARge on Wheeler Lake — and this is one of those things you don’t want to put off.

✔️ Required for Alabama boaters
✔️ Taught by Alabama Marine Patrol
✔️ Knock it out in ONE day

📅 April 11 | 9AM–3PM
📍 Lucy’s BARge – Athens, AL

👉 Scan the code on the flyer or grab your spot below!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986448019500?aff=oddtdtcreator

Spots are limited and this class WILL fill up.

— April Southers
Lake Homes Realty

03/01/2026

5345 Bay Village Drive, Athens, AL - lhrmls-03498462 at LakeHomes.com

03/01/2026

5863 Bay Hill Village Way, Athens, AL - lhrmls-03489101 at LakeHomes.com

02/28/2026

🌊 OPEN HOUSE – WHEELER LAKE LIVING 🌊

📍 5345 Bay Village Drive | Athens, AL
🗓 Sunday | March 1 | 2-4pm

NO HOA.
Short-term rentals allowed.
Water views.
Boat life ready.

This beautifully updated 3BR, 3BA home in Bay Hill blends river charm with relaxed luxury.

✨ Hickory hardwood floors
✨ Upgraded finishes + surround sound downstairs
✨ Spacious primary suite with private balcony overlooking the Tennessee River
✨ Spa-style bath + THREE closets
✨ Guest suite with soaring 15’ ceiling

And let’s talk storage…

🚤 Oversized attached AND detached garages
Bring the boat. Bring the golf cart. Bring the toys.

Lucy’s BARge and the full-service marina?
Just a golf cart ride away.

Perfect for:
🏡 Full-time lake living
🏖 Weekend getaway
💰 Airbnb / STR investment

20 minutes to I-65.
40 minutes to Redstone Arsenal.
1.5 hours south of Nashville.

Lake life without the rules.
See you Sunday!!

5345 Bay Village Drive, Athens, AL - lhrmls-03498462 at LakeHomes.com

02/27/2026

🌊 OPEN HOUSE – ON WHEELER LAKE

Sunday | March 1st 2-4pm
📍 5863 Bay Hill Village Way | Athens

This is Bay Hill Village — where lake life is built in.

Low-maintenance home with an open layout, perfect for full-time living, a weekend escape, or a smart Airbnb investment.

Launch your boat from your neighborhood ramp or keep in water at marina!
Cruise at sunset.
Golf cart to visit friends.
Wake up to Wheeler Lake views.

If you’ve been waiting for an affordable way onto the lake without full waterfront pricing — this is it.

🏡 Live here.
🏖 Weekend here.
💰 Rent it.

Sunday | 2-4pm
Come see what lake living actually feels like.

April Southers
Lake Homes Realty
256-479-6430

5863 Bay Hill Village Way, Athens, AL - lhrmls-03489101 at LakeHomes.com

02/20/2026

This weekend!! What’s on your list to stock up on?

🔋🔦🧯Alabama's Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is coming up at the end of the month. Eligible items will be free of state sales tax + local taxes for participating counties or municipalities.

📆Feb 20-22, 2026

🔗Tax exemption participants: revenue.alabama.gov/sales-use/alabama-severe-weather-preparedness-sales-tax-holiday/

🔗Eligible items: revenue.alabama.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Severe-Weather-Sales-Tax-Holiday-Fact-Sheet.pdf

[2026 Severe Weather Awareness Week]

11/13/2025

Northern Lights on Wheeler ❤️