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Hartwell lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Front of home. Large lot with ample parking.
Rear of home.
Dock on deep water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Tugaloo State Park
  • Place, Lake Hartwell State Park
  • Place, Lake Hartwell

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Basement Speeping Area

1 Double Futon, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hartwell lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA

This spacious home is located on beautiful Lake Hartwell in Lavonia, GA. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with fun in the sun this is the place for you. It is on Gumlog Creek just above the Tugaloo River main channel with deep water and open space for boating and skiing. Gather the gang and enjoy swimming, boating, tubing, skiing, and chilling on the dock. Perfect place for getting away from it all and making memories with your family and friends.
This home comes complete with a 2 slip boat dock and a large swim platform. Bring your boat or rent one and chill in the sun of this spacious dock. There’s a paved pathway from the home to the dock and plenty of room to park several cars plus ample space for a boat trailer.
The three story home features floor to ceiling windows in the living and dining areas overlooking the lake. The spacious family area has plenty of room for the family to gather complete with a 52" flat screen TV. Off the living area is a deck where you can rock your troubles away. The inside dining area has a large 8 person table with a great view of the lake and an additional 6 person table for the kids or kids at heart. The kitchen is fully equipped with a 5 burner stove and double ovens for the person who loves to cook. There’s also a outdoor flat propane grill and a charcoal grill for all your grilling needs.
This spacious lake front home easily sleeps 16+ with the master bedroom located on the main floor with a king size bed and a 32" flat screen TV. The master bathroom has a double sink, jetted tub and separate shower. The additional 3 bedrooms are located upstairs. On the left you will find a bedroom with two full size beds and a private bath. On the right are two bedrooms, one has a queen size bed and the other has two full size beds. These two bedrooms share a bathroom. There are additional sleeping spaces in the basement with a twin bed, full bed and a full size futon. Our home is perfect for a large family or group. The fourth bathroom is located on the basement level which works great for the basement guests and lake traffic.
In addition, there's a ping pong table and air hockey table for your enjoyment. In the backyard there's a fire pit for chilly nights or making s’mores.
This home is in an excellent location being only 4 miles from Interstate 85 and approximately 3 miles from Tugaloo State Park. Our home is approxmately 1/2 mile from Franklin County Boat Ramp and 1 mile from Harbor Light Marina for fueling boats. The marina also has boat and jet ski rentals. The area is convenient to many restaurants including the famous “Gumlog Barbecue and Fish Lodge” and has ample opportunities for shopping and entertainment. The home is approximately 1 hour north of the Atlanta metro area and 30 minutes south of Anderson, SC. There is a Tanger Outlet Mall in Commerce, GA approximately 30 minutes south from the home. Perfect location for UGA (50 min) and Clemson (30 min) football games.
All linens are provided, ample supply of towels, toilet tissue and paper towels. The kitchen is stocked with spices, plenty of pots and pans and most any gadget you might need. Full sized washer and dryer with all the laundry essentials. We have a pack-n-play and highchair for the little ones available upon request.
You are welcome to bring all the children but pets are not allowed and there are no exceptions as we have grandchildren who are very allergic. This is also a non-smoking home and smoking and vaping are not allowed inside.
This home is perfect to gather the family, guy's fishing trip, ladies get away or any large group. Please feel free to contact us with any addtional questions.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please be respectful of adjoining neighbors.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets on the premises, absolutely NO exceptions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping inside the home.

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, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only licensed drivers are permitted to drive the golf cart.
Do not flush feminine hygiene products or anything other than human waste and toilet tissue down the toilets.
No discharging of firearms or fireworks on the property or dock.

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
Note from host: Please be respectful of adjoining neighbors.
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

About the area

Lavonia

Located in Lavonia, this holiday home is on a lake. Harbor Light Marina and Chickasaw Point Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Hartwell and Tugaloo State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Lavonia, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Hartwell - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Harbor Light Marina - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Villas at Foxwood Hills - 26 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Clemson University - 58 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 25 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hartwell lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Hartwell lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hartwell lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA located?

This family-friendly Lavonia holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Hartwell and Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia. Tugaloo State Park and Lavonia City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal B.

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

2025 MEMORIAL DAY FAMILY WEEKEND GETAWAY!

NO COMPLAINTS! EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Great family getaway

We have stayed at this property multiple times. Always a wonderful trip. The house is always very clean, and lake access good. Great dock to hangout and swim from or to bring a boat along. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

4th of July week at the lake

I am so pleased with everything about our stay. Communication with the owners was great from the start. We had a large group, with over half of them young children, and found every part of the home extremely accommodating from the play areas to the boat dock and the location on the lake, everthing was perfect. Thank you so much and I hope to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome place. Host replied back to any questions we had. Definitely would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Perfect Stay

I can't say enough good about this property! It was beautiful, homey, clean, and perfectly located. We had a full house, and they had everything we needed! (Even a pack and play and a high chair!). The hosts were kind and receptive and everything went great! Book here! You won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful and the house was perfect. It was comfortable for all 16 of us and had the best stocked kitchen we've ever enjoyed over years of renting properties and that was important to have the amenities we did with such a large group. Everyone enjoyed a little something...swimming, fishing, playing games and getting ready for the wedding was perfect with 4 bathrooms. Our family came from Belize, Portugal and other areas in Canada and several times they commented how wonderful it was to stay together in the house instead of being in separate accomodations. Thank you Eddie and Rhonda for sharing your home with us. It truly was a blessing as we made memories together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

All around great stay

House was awesome, dock was great, awesome water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Great Place

We had a great time, and the place was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Awesome place

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Excellent place!

We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Officer Retreat

Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Perfect home for our families during a fishing tournament!

The owners were flexible with check in and check out to allow the most of our trip while scheduling around the fishing tournament! We will definitely book again if we make it back to Lake Hartwell!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Great house, awesome dock on beautiful water.

Spacious house, nice dock with deep water. Close to open water and marina.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vijay c S.

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

Lake view

It was a great place and we friends with kids and family had a great gathering. Enjoyed every bit of the House. We were provided with everything we needed. Definetly will visit if we plan to gather again around this area. Thanks to the owners for the beautiful house, well maintained and felt peace
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie D.

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

Perfect

Our family had a great time in your house, it was great Expirience and I would recommend these house to my family and friends
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

AMAZING

This place is wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allyson R.

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

Perfect house and lake access

Every year we get the same group of friends together for a lake weekend and out of all the other years this home was by far our favorite! Plenty of beds for everyone and the lake was perfect. We floated all day by the dock and the water is so clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Great place

I was unable to attend but my friends said the place was great, great location and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

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

Nice location and very spacious!

We had a great time out on the water. Unfortunately the golf carts weren’t working, but we really didn’t need them. The house was spacious and very clean. We enjoyed Our time together at the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tee W.

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

Family vacation 2021

We enjoyed the house and had a great time! The only thing to improve would be to have dresser and closet space for guests in the bedrooms in addition to space in the kitchen cabinets for guest use. The dock is a great asset to the property!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Yearly July 4th Family Vacation 2021

We enjoyed our stay a little stressfull but good the boat dock was unkept it was nasty full of spider webs and spiders... A screw was sticking out of dock in front of boat area 1 of the children tore their foot on this... needing a lot of attention... When we arrived the neighbors was having a party using the boat docking area stating the owners told them nobody was renting the home and they could use it but they did remove the boats... the Golf carts I know was an added bouns... but they would not charge We had to push them back up the hill 2 times so didnt get to use them on the steep climb up the hill.. The shower curtain in the main bathbroom was mildewed... . dont think we would rent this again.. it was roomy for our family ... and we did enjoy the Lake....
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blakeney Z.

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

Perfect for our large group

House was perfect for our large group. The basement was ideal for adult children to enjoy while others were upstairs. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Tugaloo Getaway

We had a wonderful time. This home was so nice and the owners were very accommodating. It was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Nice place

We had a great time at this big rental house.The locations was perfect boat ramp right down the street. Store about 4 miles away.we will stay again if the house is available next year thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Eddie & Rhonda Grizzle

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We are the Grizzle's. We are a retired couple that spend most of our time chasing after grandchildren. We have 3 children and 5 grandchildren, soon to be 6.
We love to travel and decided to rent our home to fund our excursions. This is a win for everyone. You get to enjoy Lake Hartwell and we get to wander.
We hope you enjoy our home and we are pleased to have you.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests