ELEGANT 3 LEVEL HOME with OVERSIZED ROOMS, FULL FINISHED TERRACE LEVEL & PRIVATE/FENCED YARD * Prime Buford Location with Excellent Schools! Welcome to 6597 River Island Drive-a spacious 4,250 sq ft former model home perfectly positioned on a beautiful corner lot in one of Buford's most desirable communities. This home offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, multiple living areas, and exceptional storage, giving you the flexibility and comfort today's buyers are looking for. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan with tall ceilings, new 9" plank floors, and generous natural light. The large kitchen is ideal for gatherings with its abundant cabinetry, center island, walk-in pantry, and view into the family room. A separate dining room and additional flex/office space make this home functional for both entertaining and everyday living. The expansive primary suite offers a true retreat with a sitting area, oversized walk-in closet, and a spacious ensuite bath. Secondary bedrooms are well-sized and share access to bathroom. The finished terrace level provides even more possibilities for multigenerational living-media room, teen suite, game room, or home gym. The oversized garage is perfect for your truck and boat! Outdoors, enjoy a private backyard, mature landscaping, and a quiet street with easy access to neighborhood amenities. Located in a swim/tennis community, you'll love the convenience of being close to top-rated schools, Lake Lanier, parks, shopping, and easy commuter routes to Cumming, Suwanee, and downtown Buford. With its generous square footage, flexible layout, and highly sought-after location, this home offers incredible value in today's market. Move in as-is or customize to your taste-there's space and potential here that's hard to find.