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Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Lanier
  • Place, North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
  • Place, Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Terrace level common area

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby

If you need more space for your group, I have another lake house just as comfortable and enjoyable a few houses down,
VRBO #872710 Hidden Gem

***If you would like to be located closer to Atlanta, I have a beautiful house located in Marietta, GA. Close to all ATL activities!
VRBO #4445491 Marietta's Magnificent Manor

Lake Lanier Getaway - Chestatee: Your Perfect Lakefront Escape

Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, Lake Lanier Getaway offers the ideal retreat, just 45 miles from downtown Atlanta. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, this cabin has it all—only minutes from shopping, dining, golfing, hiking, wineries, and more.

Ideal for Remote Work & Schooling:
With fast cable internet and a tranquil setting, Lake Lanier Getaway is perfect for remote work or schooling. Breaks are easily filled with lake activities, offering the ultimate work-life balance experience.

Outdoor Adventures & Relaxation:
Explore everything Lake Lanier and the North Georgia Mountains have to offer—canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, hiking, and more. Local marinas offer boat rentals, or bring your own and enjoy easy access to Athens Boat Club, just 7 minutes away by boat. Gainesville Marina is 20 minutes by boat, and several others are within a 30-minute drive.

Lakefront Comforts:
This spacious 2-story cabin offers privacy and comfort for all guests. The upper floor includes two queen bedrooms with a shared bath, while the lower level features a master king bedroom with an en suite, plus a bedroom with two sets of bunk beds. The main floor includes a kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area, and a large family room with a wood-burning fireplace. A screened-in porch on the lower level offers stunning lake views.

Outdoor Amenities:
Enjoy multiple outdoor spaces including a large screened-in porch, an upper deck with seating, a grill area, and intimate seating spots. A short, scenic walk down the trail takes you to a 2-story dock in deep water, perfect for fishing or water sports. With plenty of water toys available, you’ll have a blast right from the dock.

Convenience & Entertainment:
The cabin is equipped with five flat-screen TVs, wireless internet, board games, cards, and a washer/dryer. Whether you're hosting a corporate retreat, a family getaway, a girls’ weekend, or simply escaping for some peace and quiet, Lake Lanier Getaway offers everything you need.

Close to Local Attractions:
Located just 1 mile from Nix Bridge public boat ramp and park, and 3 miles from Toto Creek boat ramp, you’re also close to North Georgia Premium Outlets, restaurants, and Chestatee Golf Course. Within 20 minutes, you can enjoy wineries, waterfalls, tubing, and hiking trails. Dahlonega, Alpine Helen, and Brasstown Bald are all within a short drive for even more adventure.

Need More Space?
If you’re traveling with a larger group, my second lakehouse, just a few houses down, is also available (VRBO #872710 Hidden Gem).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
Dog guests must be leashed all times outside house
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Chestatee River Diving Bell and The Historic Holly Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Consider Tumlin House & Vineyard for a night out or Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 55 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lanier Getaway - North GA Mtns - Book Now & Enjoy All Holiday Events Nearby located?

This family-friendly Dawsonville holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lanier and within 6 mi (10 km) of North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Chestatee Golf Club. Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Regal Dawson are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean, and spacious home on the lake. Pet friendly. Would stay again if in the area. Host was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Wonderful home and a great vacation spot - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay!

We had a wonderful time at the property! It is the perfect location - nice spot on the lake and close to restaurants and shopping. Communication was excellent. We can't wait to go back and visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Palmer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location with great house and lake view

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was nicely decorated and clean and well stocked. Wendy was easy to communicate with and was very accommodating. Very nice lake view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome getaway!!

Love this place so much! Super quiet and spacious! Our time at the Lake was fantastic! Best host ever!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home

We loved our time here and enjoyed exploring the area around Lake Lanier. The house was honestly larger than expected and has wonderful views. We will have to come back in the summer time to take more advantage of the water activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ZACHERY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake House

Property was perfect for our quick getaway for a baseball tournament. Very clean and quiet. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don’t question it, book it!

We had the BEST TIME! This house was even better than the pictures & so thoughtfully prepared for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Great area and location for a quiet, comfortable, and convenient vacation. Love the private boat dock and fun walkway to and from. Overall a great experience! Wendy was also very friendly and easy to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway!!

Awesome awesome place for a quiet and relaxing getaway by the lake!! Beautiful views!! House beautifully decorated!! Sparkly clean and comfortable!! I highly recommend it!! Communication with host was world class!! Definitely will be back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hostess !

I can not say enough about Wendy or her home she shared for 27 days . My stay was due to unforeseen repairs to my home . This home feels like home . Wendy had a simple but complete set of everything I
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm, creative, yet close enough to what you want.

This home is on the lake with a path down to the lake from the house. It's well kept, very cute and very clean. The host is awesome and we would stay here again. The BBQ grilling on the deck at night is perfect. Thank you Wendy for being such an awesome host. My family appreciates it especially with our event this week.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family staycation

Had family in town and rented so we would have enough space for everyone. Enjoyed the dock and brought our boat to keep there while we stayed. The house was a good layout for us because my niece with young children stayed in the downstairs bedroom that is right next to the room with four bun beds. Also a bathroom attached to that downstairs bedroom accessible also from the bunk room. Wendy responds very quickly with any questions we had. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a cozy lake getaway!

The Cozy Lake Lanier Getaway was very well appointed and had everything we needed! Day to day Items were laid out waiting for us along with a special welcome gift bag. The beds were comfortable, and the sheets and bath towels were extremely soft. There were many amenities on the dock that we didn't get a chance to use but nice to know they were there if we had time. Wendy was very nice, responsive and eager to please. We would love to return sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on Lake Lanier. We had a a wedding to attend and it provided a great place to relax with family and our dog. Wendy was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wendy was a lovely host and was quick to respond! Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NessaLuv

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, clean and comfortable stay. The pics do not do justice even better in person. Our host was very accommodating for a last minute trip and very helpful with places to see, eat etc in the area, and any other questions we had. We loved the view, seeing hummingbirds right outside the window, fishing, etc. The neighborhood was peaceful, safe and less than an hour from Atlanta where we were going for the aquarium. An absolute gem and I highly recommend it!
Gorgeous view of Lake Lanier
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Wendy’s property for a girls weekend and it was perfection! The property has literally everything you need. Just bring yourself, your bathing suit, and you will be super satisfied!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest little lake house

Our stay here was fantastic. Check-in was super easy. The house was clean and had everything we needed for the week. Plenty of towels, dishes, cookware, even shampoo and conditioner were provided. The dock had floats, kayaks and paddleboards for a nice day on the lake. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

April A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 2 adults, 2 teens, two dogs, for 6 nights. From the first communication to our final day, we had a great time messaging with the host. They responded promptly to questions and welcomed us warmly. We were greeted by little surprises for guests that made my kids, dogs and coffee lovers in my family very excited! The owner helpfully placed laminated notes of tips to help us feel right at home. There is a cool map of the Lake on the wall pointing out your exact location and landmarks. The kitchen has plenty of utensils and cookware; there was an abundance of towels, full-size toiletries in the showers, and doggie waste bags for our use. At the dock, we enjoyed paddle boards, kayaks, and life jackets for people of all ages. It’s far from the crowds and tourists so it was calm for floating without worrying about a lot of motorized craft. Two notes: 1) you may want to bring toilet paper & paper towels -we were not able to find extra after using what was there; also no laundry detergent so if you plan to use the washing machine, bring a travel size. 2) As others have noted, the trip to the dock and back is long and steep; Don’t count on running up and down to grab supplies you forgot! The location is excellent-feels rural and away from traffic, but is also within a short drive to shopping, gas, and restaurants. Overall, we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family Getaway

Overall we did have a wonderful time. There were somethings that could have been better. The outside chairs were not in good condition and could not be used. They were broken and dangerous. We ended up having to carry chairs from the deck down to use the fire pit while we were there and return them back to their rightful place when we were done so we could enjoy it. The stairs leading down to the lake are in need of repair. There are many loose steps and you have to be very careful with your footing. The trip down to the lake is definitely not for everyone. Our parents came with us and were not able to make the trip to the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was amazing! Host is super friendly and responds quickly! The location was super cute and had everything we needed for our staycation. Plenty of beds!! The lake was super cool to be able to experience and we were able to use the kayaks and paddle board. The dock was a nice place to relax and enjoy the view. The location is nice and sorta isolated but not super isolated that we couldn’t enjoy going into town for dinner and heading to the local stores for items- super close too that it is not a hassle if you need any items from Kroger or Walmart. Definitely cozy, relaxing, and fun place to stay! Looking forward to coming back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised, great home, location, amenities, and host.

The house had everything we needed and more to enjoy our time and any activities we planned. House was cleaned and organized. Well stocked for grilling and cooking. Games for kids and adults. Could have stayed much longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful getaway on the lake

We had an amazing time. The house was clean and spacious and the neighborhood was beautiful. I loved that it was so close to the supermarket. There was plenty to do at the house for the five kids. Lots of fishing and kayaking. The dogs loved the long walks. Mrs. Wendy was very kind and accommodating when we had to switch our travel plans right before. She was one of the sweetest hosts we’ve encountered. I would love to come back with just me and hubby one time to relax a little more but we enjoyed ourselves with the kids. I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Sweet

Our family needed a relaxing place to stay while attending a funeral nearby. The kids wanted to stay forever and are asking to return another time for better circumstances.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Brand

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I grew up in Atlanta and love hosting and making new friends along the way. I'm a Berry College alum majoring in Education and Psychology, with a Master's degree from North Georgia College & University in Education, Interrelated Education, and Psychology. I enjoy my 'kids' of 22 & 20, I have a habit of keeping the sidewalks down around towns due to miles & miles of running every morning, reading, learning about others & building relationships, cooking and playing piano. My newest addition is Pelotoning and kinda thinking one is needed at the lakehouse!

Why they chose this property

Born & raised in Atlanta comes with a love and admiration for Lake Lanier & its intriguing history, as well as the North Georgia Mountains. When I was a child, my grandma would tell me interesting stories of the beginnings of Lake Lanier and loved everything she shared with me. As a native Atlantan, I enjoy the comforts and memories of Lake Lanier and hope you will also.

What makes this property unique

One of my favorites is the view overlooking the beautiful trees and lake. It brings a sense of calm and peace on beautiful mornings and evenings. Another favorite is the storybook feel it has outside as well as inside. And finally, the openness of my lakehouse with windows along the back gives the feeling of peace, harmony and comfort. There are many more unique opportunities to find at Lake Lanier Getaway.

Languages:

English

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