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Ark on Lake Lanier Mansion for Corp Retreats and Family Reunions, sleeps 45

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Pool
Fire Pit to Pool to Lake!
Back of Ark on Lake Lanier.
Pool with Jacuzzi.
Pool
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
14 bedrooms12 bathroomsSleeps 451115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Gainesville, GA
  • Popular LocationLake Lanier2 min walk
  • Popular LocationNorth Georgia Premium Outlet Mall28 min drive
  • Popular LocationXtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park30 min drive
  • AirportAthens, GA (AHN-Ben Epps)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

14 bedrooms (sleeps 45)

1- Gazebo King Bdrm handicap acc with ensuite bath sleeps 2

1 King Bed

2- Porch Suite King bedroom with ensuite bathroom sleeps 5

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3- Basement Double King Bedroom sleeps 4

2 King Beds

4- Basement interior twin bedroom shares bathroom sleeps 2

2 Single Beds

5- Upstairs Master King Bedroom with ensuite bthrm sleeps 2

1 King Bed

6- Upstairs Master King Bedroom with ensuite bthrm sleeps 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

7- Upstairs Master King bedroom with ensuite bath sleeps 2

1 King Bed

8- Upstairs bunk room shares bathroom sleeps 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

9- Upstairs Queen Bdrm with shares bath sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

z10 - Upstairs Corner Kids room with shared bath sleeps 4

4 Single Beds

z11- Garage Cabin Queen bedroom shares bath sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

z12- Garage Cabin Bunk Room shares bath sleeps 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

z13- Kathy's Cabin Queen bedrm w/ ensuite bathroom sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

z14- Barn Cabin bunkroom with bathroom sleeps 7

+2
1 Queen Bed and 5 Single Beds

12 bathrooms

Barn Cabin

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Basement

Toilet · Shower only

Foyer Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Garage Cabin

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Gazebo Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Kathy's Cabin

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lookout room bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Poolhouse Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Porch Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Second Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs shared bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ark on Lake Lanier Mansion for Corp Retreats and Family Reunions, sleeps 45

Welcome to Ark on Lake Lanier, a part of the Heaven On The Lake collection of properties, the premiere family reunion and corporate retreat location in north Georgia! This estate is perfect for your family reunions, corporate retreats, executive getaways, multi-family gatherings, church retreats, board meetings and more.

We have put countless hours into creating this little piece of heaven on the shores of Lake Lanier. You can see more at Heaven On The Lake Dot Com. After purchasing it and living here for 6 years, we turned it into a vacation rental in 2013. Renovations and additions are done every year. Outdoor space includes a pool, hot tub, huge fire pit, full size professional volleyball court, tether ball, gaga pit and hundreds of feet of shoreline with our own private double decker party dock with room for your boats and jet skis. Kayaks and paddle boards await your presence to go and test out the waters and boats and jet skis can be rented.

This multi million dollar property includes an 12,000 sq ft. home along with 3 cabins and a poolhouse and there is property wide high speed WIFI. There are 17 Smart TVs throughout the property in virtually every bedroom and cabin. We worked with one of Atlanta's top designers to create a 5 star luxurious experience. The main house has 10 bedrooms and 9 full baths. The main floor has 2 kitchens. One is a professional kitchen for the chef in the family, while the other services a guest suite. The great room overlooks the lake, has a large flat screen tv, and a pool/ping pong table. The dining room table seats 12 comfortably and can easily add another table and chairs. There are additional tables and chairs to seat up to 50 on the large 50x50 screened porch, which also can be enclosed and has brand new ceiling heaters to keep it warm during the cooler months.

There are three bedrooms and three full bathrooms on this floor.

The second den connects to a covered porch. Steps away is an 8 foot wide stone firepit that overlooks the pool and lake. It burns real wood, but has a gas starter for convenience. The basement has 2 BR and a full Bath. One room has 2 twin beds and the other has two king beds.

Upstairs you will find a 16 seat professional home theater with a 120 inch movie screen with the nicest theater chairs on the market. Netflix, DVDs, Amazon Prime, or Charter/Spectrum cable await you. There are 6 BR/4 BA upstairs, including a master suite with a fireplace, jacuzzi tub, and three 6 foot windows that overlook the beautiful back yard and lake. The other master suite has four built in bunks in the room beside it. The main laundry room is upstairs, but there are two other ones on the property as well.

There are three cabins, each having a separate entry, den, small fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. The garage cabin is two steps from the main house, just on the breezeway and has 2 bedrooms sharing one bathroom. It has a queen bed and four built in bunk beds. Kathy’s cabin is a one bedroom “honeymoon” cabin with a queen bed and ensuite bathroom. The barn cabin is one large bedroom with five twin beds, one queen bed and a pull out sofa downstairs, all sharing one bathroom.

The poolhouse is screened in and has a full size fridge, microwave, ice maker, bathroom and two outdoor showers. The back yard and lake views are seen from most rooms and the back yard is flat for the kids to play. There are three main outdoor decks to relax in and each one has plenty of ceiling fans to keep you cool in the summer and heaters to keep you warm in the winter. We are located in a quiet cove and surrounded by 15 acres of corps protected land, so it is very quiet. Enjoy fishing off the double deck party dock, or rent jet skis, pontoon boat, or ski boat at the nearby marina or from one of our vendors. We have two jet ski platforms and a place to tie your boat up.

Lake, pool, hot tub, home theater, pool table, gaga ball, tether ball, volleyball court, lodge setting...this is the place to host your family reunion or group get together. Gather as a group or break away into small conversations in our many sitting areas and outdoor seating. This is ideal for a smaller corporate retreat or executive gathering. Boards and leadership teams are welcome.

Please note: We do not rent cabins separately. When you rent, you get the entire facility, including the three cabins. We are not set up as a bed and breakfast, so please don't ask about renting cabins separately or renting part of the house. You get it all.

We are in a residential neighborhood with neighbors nearby. This is not the place for your loud party or events.

There are floor plans to use for planning purposes located on Ark on Lake Lanier dot com. Will consider stays of any length but primarily rent for full weeks in the summer and three night minimums during the spring and fall. More info at largelakehomesdotcom.

Keywords: Family reunions, multi family vacations, lakefront, 15 bedroom, 13 bedroom, 12 bedroom, 11 bedroom, 10 bedroom, corporate retreat, lake vacation, large lake house, executive retreat, getaway

Property manager

Jeff Hylton

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is a children's paradise.

Events

Events allowed
Nothing large or loud please. Check with owner.

Pets

Pets allowed
Extra pet fee and pet deposit required. No cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside away from house.
There are noise restrictions. No bands or DJs. Please do not bring any outside speakers or amplification equipment. We do have neighbors.
We can easily park up to 25 vehicles. If you will have more than that, please contact owner for permission and rules.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Chattahoochee Golf Club and Chestatee Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and Oaks Miniature Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Frances Meadows Aquatic Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 2 min walk
  • Chattahoochee Golf Club - 14 min drive
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 24 min drive
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 28 min drive
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 21 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 20 min drive
  • Culver's - 14 min drive
  • Papa John's Pizza - 18 min drive
  • Waffle House - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ark on Lake Lanier Mansion for Corp Retreats and Family Reunions, sleeps 45 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ark on Lake Lanier Mansion for Corp Retreats and Family Reunions, sleeps 45 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Priya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
I recently celebrated my 40th birthday at The Ark, a luxury vacation rental located on the beautiful Lake Lanier in Georgia, USA. The house is spacious and can accommodate up to 45 guests with its 14 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. We had 30+ adults and it didn't feel cramped at all. All of the spaces in the house were both spacious and cozy which is hard to do! The property is equipped with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities such as pool table, table tennis, foosball, basketball, and volleyball. The outdoor seating areas are covered and heated, which is perfect for enjoying the beautiful surroundings even in cold weather. Jackie and Joycelyn were extremely helpful and filled the house with food and snacks. Jackie and her also went above and beyond accommodating for our dietary needs. The food was amazing!!! The property manager, Julie, had the house beautifully decorated and gave us a nice orientation when we arrived. We felt very welcome and comfortable throughout our stay. Overall, I had an amazing experience at The Ark. The house was perfect for my large group of friends and family. I would definitely recommend it to others looking for a great place to stay. Thank you to the staff at The Ark for making my birthday celebration unforgettable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine M., Chicago area, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation!
Extended family from all over the country came to experience Lake Lanier for the first time. The property was easy to get to for all, close to grocery shopping etc, and to the quaint town square of Gainesville. We enjoyed all the amenities The Ark has to offer. Had a good time on the lake, which is in a quiet lower-key area of the water. This made it easy and safe for kids to ride on jet skis and go tubing. Chef Jackie created an amazing dinner for us one night! Highly recommend her culinary delights! We had a few issues with the property, but Julie was very responsive to all our questions and needs. The property had a nice mix of private spaces and group hang out areas. I'd definitely recommend for a large family vacation or reunion!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property!
Thank you for the awesome weekend! Memories were made and fun was had by all. We will definitely be back next summer. Thank you Julie for rolling out the red carpet for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina F., Baltimore, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private gathering space
We were thrilled to find the ARK just as advertised. Plenty of plush bedding, privacy and amenities to please us all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Henry Reunion
This property was perfect for our large group. The variety of activities was just right. We have a family with 21 children from 2 to 20 and everyone had a great time.

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Hylton

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We lived in Atlanta for 7 years before relocating to Gainesville, Ga. We wanted to find and create a homestead and gathering place for friends and family to get away from life's distractions and rest and build deeper relationships. We lived at The Ark for six years before realizing it had a bigger purpose and wasn't meant for our family of five. We added on, remodeled and renovated with the purpose of using it to house and provide rest to missionaries coming in from overseas. We now rent it out to cover the costs of continuing to do provide a haven to those who need it most.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Lake Lanier with its convenience to Atlanta, located in the quaint small town of Gainesville, and a short distance to the North Georgia mountains. My parents had recently moved to Gainesville and we wanted the kids to be near them as well. After living here a year, we found this special piece of property. It was rare to find 4 acres with a flat back yard to the water in a cove. It is surrounded by 15 acres on the right by corp protected land, so it is private and quiet. I have seen wild turkey, owls, deer, and plenty of other wildlife in the backyard. While we lived here, we owned chickens, goats and alpacas. The animal pen that we had has been turned into a parking area.

What makes this property unique

Our place is a unique property with 3 separate cabin living spaces as well as our home. I worked with a professional decorator to give every person a 5 star hotel experience. Great care has been taken to make sure mattresses are nice, sheets are soft, and guests feel pampered while they are here. Indoor and outdoor amenities continue to be added every year.
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