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Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock

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Dawsonville Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,900 Sq Ft | 4 Steps to Enter
Screened Porch | Smart TV | Telescope
Deck | Gas Grill | Smoker
Living Room | Smart TV | Wood-Burning Fireplace | 1st Floor
Dining Area | Dishware & Flatware Provided | Central A/C & Heat | 1st Floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Dawsonville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Game Room)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock

Canoes & Life Jackets | Great for Anglers | Viewing Deck w/ Grill & Smoker

Wake up to crisp fall mornings on Lake Lanier at this Dawsonville vacation rental. Nestled on a quiet cove just 10 miles from town, this 3-bed, 2-bath cottage is a true retreat. Enjoy coffee or a nightcap on the screened porch, stroll down to the private dock for a scenic boat ride, and explore nearby Sawnee Mountain’s natural beauty. Afterward, put a log on the fire and settle down in a place that feels like home.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Game Room: 1 twin bunk bed

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs, DVD player, video library
- Game room, board games, books
- Dining table

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private boat dock, 2 canoes & life jackets
- Smoker, gas grill (propane provided)
- Gas fire pit, telescope, Smart TV
- Dining area w/ umbrella

KITCHEN
- Stainless steel appliances
- All major appliances, including dishwasher
- Microwave, Crockpot, toaster
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee provided)
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Linens, towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, iron/board, clothes hangers

FAQ
- 1 exterior security camera (outward facing)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cottage
- 4 steps required to enter
- 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom on entry level

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- No street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Quiet lakeside location w/ easy access to town amenities
- 4 miles to Thompson Creek Park Boat Ramp
- 4 miles to North Georgia Premium Outlets
- 17 miles to Sawnee Mountain
- 22 miles to Chattahoochee-Oconee Nat'l Forest
- 25 miles to Amicalola Falls State Park
- 18 miles to Dahlonega, 39 miles to Helen, 58 miles to Stone Mountain
- 61 miles to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int'l Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story cottage requires 4 steps to enter with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the entry level. Stairs are required to reach the downstairs bedroom and bathroom
- Your safety matters. The property features an exterior security camera located on the front of the home facing the driveway. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

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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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20016339
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Georgia Racing Hall of Fame and Smithgall Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Bowen Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Atlanta Motorsports Park or Yahoola Creek Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Avalon - 38 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 56 min drive - 60.3 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 59 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock?

As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock on 18 August 2026 start from NZ$616, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat on a Lake Lanier Cove w/ Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Lanier and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park. North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Regal Dawson are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and nicely decorated!! Beds were very comfortable!! Very convenient to downtown Dawsonville. Hope to come back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2025
Thank you for the awesome review. We hope to host you again soon at Mermaid Cove. Safe travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Cozy and relaxing. We are in the area several times a year and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thanks for your feedback and for staying at Mermaid Cove. We work diligently with our team to maintain the property. We would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! The property was spotless and exactly as described. The location is perfect in a quiet cove with an easy walk to the dock. The host was responsive and helpful throughout. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place we’ve stayed so far! Enjoyed fishing down on the dock. The house is comfortable and the beds are comfy. Close to many attractions (Amicalola Falls, Helen, Dahlonega, etc). Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan T.

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

Lake Lanier cabin

Great experience after all.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne P.

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

Great Lake Life getaway!

We are constantly on the go with crazy schedules, this vacations spot is exactly what we needed. Kids love the fishing and hike up and down to the dock tired them out. Nearby we found ice skating, hiked stone mountain and Margaritaville had a snow tubing adventure the kids loved. We really enjoyed our stay, and hope to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Celebrating the graduate.

What a wonderful place to connect as a family. Wonderful walk to the dock to enjoy the water in a private cove. House was the perfect size , very comfortable and felt like home. The owner was responsive and very easy to work with . Oh and it rained the whole weekend - and we still had an amazing time out in the screened porch!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

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

Welcoming & Comfortable

Welcoming. Clean in every aspect. Spa like considerations with luxurious and comfortable bedding and towels. Owners placed great consideration with decor and meeting your needs in mind. View is wonderful. Location was excellent for North Georgia Revival and Christ Fellowship Church events. Host was gracious and welcoming. We will definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Lake House Gem

We spent fifteen days and enjoyed ourselves immensely. Thanksgiving with our grandchildren. Can't get better than that. Great spacious house plenty of room to spread out. Lake living at its finest. Very quite neighborhood. We saw deer in the yard, which makes you think you are in the country, but it's very close to shopping and restaurants. Our host was awesome and very welcoming. We will diffentely stay there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Weekend Getaway

My wife and I arrived to a clean house that had eveything we needed to start our weekend off. the owner sent us a text to let us know the home was ready for us to check in at around 2PM on Friday which we thought was very nice of him. additionally, he offered to leave a light on if we were going to get there late. The home has a lovely screen in porch area where you can enjoy coffee in the morning. There is a short path leading down to the lake and boat dock. There is also a nice area downstairs with some games and stuff, however, we mainly utilzed the upstairs area. The home is close to lots of stuff we shopped at the outlet stores, hike at Sawnee Mt. Preserve and visit with family in Roswell. Over all we found it a nice place to spend the weekend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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