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Hidden Gem on Lake Lanier - North GA Mtns-Book Now & Enjoy Holiday Events Nearby

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Beautiful view of Lake Lanier in a quiet cove with deep water for water activity
A storybook cabin nestled privately on Lake Lanier.
Comfortableness everywhere!
Terrace/patio
Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to make cooking easy.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Dawsonville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Hidden Gem on Lake Lanier - North GA Mtns-Book Now & Enjoy Holiday Events Nearby

If you need more space for your group, I have another lakehouse just as enjoyable and comfortable a few houses down:
VRBO #1032449 Lake Lanier Getaway

***VRBOs local activities map indicates an 18 minute walk to the lake however it is actually a one minute path to my dock on the lake.

***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

Hidden Gem - Chestatee is a beautiful, well-appointed lakehouse cabin located in the scenic North Georgia Mountains on Lake Lanier, just 45 miles from downtown Atlanta. With convenient access to shopping, dining, golf courses, wineries, and outdoor activities, it offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Whether you're here for a vacation, work retreat, or a family getaway, this spacious cabin has everything you need for an unforgettable experience.

Perfect for Remote Work and Schooling:
Hidden Gem is designed for remote work and schooling with fast cable internet, allowing you to enjoy breaks with lake activities, hiking, shopping, or exploring the area. The 3-story layout ensures everyone has their own space, with 4 bedrooms—each with an attached bath. The cabin features a well-equipped kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area with a 12-foot bench wall and large table, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, open to a 3-sided glass sunroom that offers stunning views of the lake. It's the perfect spot for bird watching, relaxing with coffee, or simply taking in the beautiful surroundings.

Outdoor Enjoyment:
Enjoy outdoor dining and relaxation on the large covered porch, upper deck, or in intimate seating areas around the property. A short walk leads you to a private platform dock situated in deep water, ideal for boating, fishing, or enjoying water sports. The secluded cove and clear water, fed by the Chestatee River, provide a refreshing lake experience. For those who enjoy fishing, you’ll love the abundance of bait fish right off the dock. The surrounding woods are perfect for exploring, and the dock area is equipped with water toys for your enjoyment.

Local Attractions:
With local marinas offering boat rentals during the warmer months, you're just minutes away from Gainesville Marina (20 minutes by boat or car) and other options like Port Royale, Aqualand, Holiday, and Bald Ridge Marinas. You can also bring your own boat and easily access Athens Boat Club, only 7 minutes away by boat.

Hidden Gem - Chestatee is within 20 minutes of wineries, hiking trails, waterfalls, and golf courses, with shopping and dining options just a few miles away. Explore the charming towns of Dahlonega, Alpine Helen, and Cleveland, or visit Brasstown Bald, all within 20-35 miles.

Additional Features:

4 flat-screen TVs, wireless internet, board games, and magazines
Washer and dryer for your convenience
Surveillance cameras along the trail to the dock and around the dock area for security
Nearby public boat ramps at Nix Bridge and Toto Creek
Whether you're looking for a family retreat, a corporate getaway, or a romantic escape, Hidden Gem - Chestatee provides the perfect setting for all kinds of events and vacations. If you need more space, I also have another lakehouse just a few houses down (VRBO #1032449, Lake Lanier Getaway).

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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 5 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Regal Dawson and Chestatee 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 Lanier and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park, or check out an event or a game at Atlanta Motorsports Park. 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 - 0.4 km
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 54 min drive - 57.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem on Lake Lanier - North GA Mtns-Book Now & Enjoy Holiday Events Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem on Lake Lanier - North GA Mtns-Book Now & Enjoy Holiday Events Nearby located?

This family-friendly Dawsonville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house for a big family. It had everything we needed. From grilling out to playing games the big table. We had an awesome time!! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house is great for a large group. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Short Vacation

We stayed at the lake house for three nights and everyone loved it. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney W.

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

Cute little spot in Dawsonville

We enjoyed our stay at the Hidden Gem! We were not actually at the house a lot, but it was a cozy home and communication with the host was so easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Marlyn B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great House and location.

Great house and location, fun dock and toys. Needs to be cleaner.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Fun and inviting space

Family was in town for a mid week wedding. The Hidden Gem was a fantastic space and Wendy is AWESOME😁
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray K.

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

Great treetop house

Overall the property was perfect for our family. We were in the area for a family wedding. The house was warm and comfortable with plenty of bedrooms and a great treetop view of the lake. Rustic, well equipped, and very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Perfect!!!

Our family stayed here for a wedding. We had plenty of room and the house had everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Teri K.

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

Beautiful and Serene

We loved this house! It was so quiet, but still close to anything you could want (restaurants, shopping, etc.) and easy to get in and out. The owner was very helpful and communicated well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Met all expectations

Really enjoyed the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

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

Family Lake Time

We had a great weekend at the lake! Plenty of room and water toys to enjoy. The sunroom was my favorite to enjoy morning coffee. We fished and caught 2 catfish and several brim. We paddled around the lake using the kayaks, paddle boards and paddle boat. It was a great stay. The path to the dock had several stairs, (some slick with rain) so we def. got our workout in but it was worth it. Will rent again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina h.

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

Weekend

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gardner S.

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

Owner

I could not have a more pleasant trip Wendy was wonderful to communicate with. Everything about the accommodations exceeded my expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Cute House

Cute house, nicely decorated and clean. Owner was really easy to work with. Spent most of our time in the 3 season room (nick named The Treehouse). Grand daughter loved watching the bird feeder. Sorry about all the finger prints:) Thanks for sharing your house!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Shawn A.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Issues

Undisclosed problems. Not VEBO quality.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Perfection

Like being in an episode of Dawson’s Creek. Host, Wendy, could not be more kind and responsive. The house is truly a home. The Sun room and its view of the lake is impeccable. The master bedroom and bed makes it hard to wake up because you could sleep forever. Beautiful home, views, private dock and most importantly quiet and serene. Would have paid for another week if someone else had not reserved it. Will absolutely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Great house to wind down and rejuvenate

We rented this house for a week. It was clean. The furniture and appliances were up-to-date. The closed porch is amazing. Beautiful view, comfortable - so relaxing. It is a very busy time of year so we had to drive 30 minutes to a marina to rent a boat for the day, but we sat on the house dock and enjoyed the water. The only thing we struggled with was the TV. We wanted to watch Netflix or Amazon, and couldn't figure it out. The TV has cable which may be enough for some. we just watched on our computers/ipads.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Montre S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE HIDDEN GEM IS JUST THAT - A JEWEL OF A HOME WELL OUTSIDE OF THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE AND EXACTLY THE GETAWAY WE WERE LOOKING FOR - WE'D LOVE TO BRING THE KIDS AND GRANDKIDS (YES, THERE'S ROOM FOR EVERYONE!) DURING SUMMER. WE WERE THERE FOR THE FALL VIBE AND THIS PROPERTY AND THE GORGEOUS WEATHER MORE THAN DELIVERED. LOVE THE SUNROOM/READING ROOM OVERLOOKING THE LAKE
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wendy has a beautiful clean and inviting home, The really low water level placed a damper on any water activities, but we still enjoyed our stay. The driveway down to the house can be intimidating to some.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Pet and kid friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for vacation or over the weekend. We just needed a place for a few days, and this worked out great. Host has provided everything you could imagine for your dog and kids, especially the lake activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a a wonderful trip! This home is so cute and clean...a perfect fit for our family with plenty of space for everyone. The welcome bag was such a nice touch! The dock and all the toys were a hit with the kids...they are now paddle board pros! The host Wendy was very quick to respond to my messages and so friendly. Thank you so much for everything...I will miss your beautiful sunroom!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Truly a hidden gem

This is our second time staying here. We absolutely love it. There’s so much for kids to do and I love that the dock is tucked away a little bit. House is well stocked. Perfect place to relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Fun lake time

Great house with lots of room. Proximity to lake the best with all the water toys. Nice grill for cooking out. Kitchen well equipped. Host very receptive. Power went out for a bit and she had someone bring us ice. Very thoughtful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 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, I love 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 favorite unique features of Hidden Gem is the sunroom with wrap around windows 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 private sloping driveway gives a feeling of privacy. There are many more unique opportunities to find.

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