A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Balcony
Arcade/game room
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Reed Creek, GA
Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum
Place, Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum
22 min drive
Lake Hartwell State Park
Place, Lake Hartwell State Park
23 min drive
Hart State Park
Place, Hart State Park
24 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
+4
4 Single Beds and 4 King Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch
On Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch
Escape to one of Lake Hartwell's most stunning lakefront retreats — a spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home nestled on deep water in the prestigious Chateau Estates neighborhood. With breathtaking lake views from nearly every room, a private dock, three wrap-around decks, and an incredible entertainment space, this is the ultimate destination for family vacations, group getaways, and everything in between.
The Outdoors
Step outside and you're immediately at the water's edge. The private dock is your launchpad for everything lake life has to offer — fish off the end, soak up the sun on the dedicated sunning area, or launch the included tubes for a day on the water. Three wrap-around decks give you front-row seats to some of the most spectacular sunsets on Lake Hartwell, with outdoor dining and seating for the whole group. Fire up the grill and make a night of it — there's plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh lake air.
The Entertainment Space
Inside, the game room and bar are the heart of the home. We're talking a regulation-size pool table, full shuffleboard table, bar with pub seating, flat screen TV, and a cozy fireplace — everything you need for a night in that rivals a night out. Cornhole is available for when you want to take the competition outside.
The Kitchen
Feeding a full house is no problem here. The kitchen is fully equipped for large groups with a full-size refrigerator, double oven, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee maker, Keurig, and french press with grinder — so whether you're cooking a big family breakfast or prepping dinner for twelve, you have everything you need.
The Bedrooms
Rest easy in one of four king bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, plush bedding, ample closet space, and a flat-screen smart TV. A fifth bedroom with two bunk beds is perfect for kids or younger guests. All five bedrooms have WiFi-enabled TVs so everyone can unwind at their own pace.
The Practical Stuff
Private dock with sunning and fishing area
Three wrap-around decks with outdoor dining
Gas grill
2 x Full-size washer and dryers on site
Regulation pool table, shuffleboard, bar & game room
High-speed WiFi (82 Mbps) throughout
Two enclosed garages + circular driveway (parking for 5+ vehicles)
Cornhole, fishing poles, and lake tubes provided
All bedrooms have flat-screen smart TVs
Self check-in via lockbox
Getting Around
Centrally located between Lavonia and Hartwell, GA, with easy access to I-85. Atlanta is under 2 hours away; Greenville and Clemson are under an hour. Boat launches at Harbor Light (8 miles) and Red Creek (10 miles) make getting a boat on the water easy.
Come for the lake. Stay for everything else.
Lots of activities nearby:
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Hiking
- Biking
- Water sports
- Wildlife (bird watching, deer, etc.)
Other things to note
When ready to venture out, we also have you covered as the Lakefront Gem is close to nearly everything including:
Hartwell, GA: 10 miles / 18 mins
Lavonia, GA: 11 miles / 18 mins
Atlanta, GA: 1hr 42mins
Athens, GA: 1 hr
Alpharetta, GA: 1hr 30mins
Anderson, SC: 42 mins
Greenville, SC: 57mins
Clemson, SC: 40mins
Paynes Creek Campground, GA: 8 miles, 15mins
Tanger Outlets - Commerce, GA: 37 miles, 40mins
Boat Launch is about 4 miles away, parking onsite for trailers.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
About the area
Lavonia
Located in Reed Creek, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Hartwell and Lake Hartwell State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hartwell Arts Center and Lavonia Cultural Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum - 22 min drive - 21.4 km
Lake Hartwell State Park - 23 min drive - 26.5 km
Hart State Park - 24 min drive - 21.4 km
Lavonia City Hall - 24 min drive - 23.4 km
Cateechee Golf Club - 27 min drive - 26.2 km
Getting around
Clemson Station - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 28 min drive
David’s Lake Hartwell Home - 26 min drive
Peace Of Pie - 28 min drive
Hershberger's Bakery - 27 min drive
KFC - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch on 25 August 2026 start from NZ$1,013, 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 Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch located?
This family-friendly Reed Creek holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Hartwell and Party Island. Hartwell Arts Center and Fred E Lee Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
As a group of 4 couples, we had a fantastic visit! The house is huge and offered so much room. We loved spending time on the dock and porches. We will be back!
My family and I had an absolutely incredible time at the home! There was plenty of room, the house had everything we needed and the dock and water was great! I give our stay and this property 5 starts and highly recommend this property for anyone wishing to have an awesome vacation!! We will stay again!!
Love the house it’s a perfect size for 8-15 people honestly. The living space is massive and great for entertainment. The beds are all super comfortable and good sized. Only complaints were there were a few light bulbs out (the porch, the pool table) and the leak with the tub in the master bathroom. But other than that the space is amazing, and dock and space to hang out by the lake is awesome. And the house itself is super fun and has so much to offer.
We had a fantastic time staying at the lake house! We will be sure to make it a yearly trip! The house was great for the amount of people we had and we loved that we had access right to the lake!
This lake house was amazing! The layout of the house makes it great for large family gatherings. The view of the lake from the deck of all three levels is breathtaking! We definitely plan on returning! The host was very quick to answer any questions we had! We had a great experience!
The bathrooms (toilets, tub/shower) could have been cleaned a little better, but overall it was a great trip. Nice house and great location. Saw deer around the property nearly everyday, and of course the kids loved that.
Danny B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2022
Thank you for your feedback. We agree and have hired a new cleaning team to address the issue noted, as well as completed a full property deep clean. We hope you consider us in the future. Thank you
Perfect for a family vacation. Large dock in quiet cove for safe swimming. There was a minor issue and the owners were very responsive. Downstairs gameroom is great for family games.
Great location and property - central to a wedding we attended at a state park. House was not clean and needs significant repair work before being rented again. Mold and mildew issues throughout this property, especially downstairs. If you are immune compromised, don’t stay here. TLC will do this property justice.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
The characterization of our home within this review is entirely inaccurate. We for sure had a couple of cleaning issues that should have been, and are currently being addressed, which we own and I am taking steps to correct. We hope that our 100's of other reviews for our home on various platforms speaks to the truth of the matter. I don't know what the motivation of this particular guest might have been to leave such a review.
Family (cousins all over 65!) loved the home. Perfect for our group. We brought our tritoon over and used the dock. Big dining table fit for us! Beds were super comfortable. Pool table made for great competition. Enough parking for everyone. Would definitely pick it again. Owner was fast to respond to a question.
We wanted a big house to get away for NY weekend to relax, eat, watch football, and spend time. The home was perfect. Plenty of room to spread out and the views off the back are awesome from every level. It was very well equipped and we had everything we need. The area is nice as we walked and ran the connecting roads.
What a wonderful property and home. It was perfect for the 8 people that were there. We had such a good time that we did not want to leave. The owner responded to anything that we requested immediately. We give this house at 10 and will be back next year for sure.
Our three generation family vacation was awesome here for our second year in a row. Great quiet cove for safe swimming. The property manager is responsive. The kitchen works great for large groups. We will continue as regular renters.
We stayed for the weekend and really enjoyed our stay. It was great to have so many king beds for us all to have our own rooms and the location on the lake is amazing. So peaceful. We spent most of our time down at the dock swimming and had a boat for the weekend. Our only concern was the house was no very clean when we stayed. One of the beds was covered with dead flies and also in the bathroom. Other than that it was a great stay.
Was super impressed to find this available only two weeks out from our wedding after the cabin we had booked 10 months before cancelled on us!
Anthony was quick to respond when we had one small issue, and corrected it immediately.
House was clean and easy to find, but heads up, no super close stores! We enjoyed dinner at J Peters and Southern Hart Brewery!
10/10 would stay again!
This home is absolutely beautiful. The kitchen has everything you need to cook with. We rented it in hopes to get all my family together that live in the area as we live in a different state. We we're able to make that happen and had so much room which made for a very nice visit with everyone. We have saved this property and hope to stay here next year and every year after! Would love to stay during the summer and use the dock and play in the lake.
Any questions or problems we had were answered and resolved very promptly!
We loved this house! We’re a group of four families who vacation together every summer and this house was perfect for us! Easy access to the lake and a game room downstairs helped keep our teens engaged (and off their devices!). There were a few issues that came up during our stay but Anthony was very quick to respond each time. The house is rural enough that we were away from noise and light pollution, but close enough to a few towns to go shopping when we needed to. And the deer! I definitely recommend Southern Gem for large family or friend groups!
We stayed here as a group of four couples while visiting family in Hartwell. This house was perfect for us. It is big enough that everyone can find a place to be alone and also be together without being crowded. The beds were super comfortable. The private bathroom for each bedroom was very nice. The location is private and was very quiet. The decks are great to sit on and enjoy the view of the lake. The downstairs area has a pool table and table top shuffleboard that were lots of fun. There were two sets of laundry machines that made it easy for everyone to be able to conveniently do laundry. I definitely recommend it and would stay again!
THE PICTURES DOES NOT DO JUSTICE TO HE VIEW AND HOUSE. IF YOU DON'T IKE TO BE AWAKEN BY THE SUN THEN DON'T STAY ON THE 3RD FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM. IT HAS NO WINDOW SHADES
Olga R.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Donna H.
7 September 2022
Liked: Communication, location
Great location
Large space. Love the shuffle board and pool table. Fishing on the dock was fun. House has lots of potential if it was upgraded. Fridge was not working properly (new fridge did not arrive). Shower in Master was out of order ( was scheduled to be fixed the week after we arrived). Housekeeper could have cleaned a lot more than she did.
Donna H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2022
We hate having issues at our homes as much or more as guests do, and we do everything within our power to maintain our properties. We also give guests a heads up on any issues well prior to their arrival as we feel this is a better solution than canceling someones vacation stay when inevitable issues arise as with any home.
We notified Donna of the issues a week in advance when it became clear that neither the refrigerator that was leaking water, and the replacement shower pan for the shower wouldn’t be finished. We also, due to the issues noted, discounted the guests weekend stay very significantly, and we apologized as we have been attempting to resolve both issues as quickly as humanly possible. The shower is now completely repaired, everything else in the bathroom in question including the tub worked great for the guests stay (and the 3 other full bathrooms are fully functional). The new refrigerator has also been delivered and to be installed in the next 3 days.
This was probably our most favorite vacation ever. We went for the sole purpose of using our pontoon boat and enjoying the lake for a week. This is exactly what we did! The location of the house was great. The lot and property were gorgeous with deer, squirrels, lizards, and just so quiet and peaceful. We set up chairs on the dock and a hammock in the trees and truly relaxed and enjoyed ourselves. This house was definitely the most equipped of any rental we’ve ever stayed in. It has absolutely everything you need in the kitchen and throughout the house. It was also very spacious with plenty of room for everyone. We had 4 teenagers with us and they enjoyed the bunk beds and also the game room downstairs. We hope to be back next summer for sure!!
Kristin G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Anthony Wood
Anthony and Erynn started Southern Gem Properties with a vacation beach rental condo on Dauphin Island. We have gradually expanded and changed our properties to include large family gathering homes in the mountains and on the lake.
Why they chose this property
Privacy, and the stunning view you get when you walk in the front door (nearly 180 degree view of the lake). The home was extremely well maintained, had a fantastic layout, and we knew we could add comfortable stylish furnishings and amenities that guests would enjoy.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests