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Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities!

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Exterior
Entrance
10 chair dining room table
kitchen bar open to living room
living room with lake view at dusk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
Buford, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    1 min walk
  • Buford Community Center
    10 min drive
  • Big Creek Greenway
    11 min drive
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    26 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bunk Suite

+1
5 Single Beds

Front room/Main level

1 King Bed

Master suite/Main level

1 King Bed

Queem Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bunk Bed bath/ Terrace level

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

Hall Bath/Main level

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

Hall Bath/Terrace level

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities!

Located on the south shores of Lake Lanier, offering 45 easy steps to the dock and lake. This is truly a paradise away from reality. My home offers spectacular views from just about every room, with attention paid to every detail. I want to make sure your stay is care-free! Located minutes from Downtown Buford, Lake Lanier Islands, Margaritaville, the Mall of GA, as well as many restaurants, bars, and grocery stores. Local activities include boating, and I have a canoe & 4 kayaks, 2 tandem & 2 single, fishing, and I provide the gear, all at no extra fee, golfing, horseback riding, zip-lines, water park, state parks, wineries, and just about anything you could imagine. But, then again, you may not want to leave this paradise; as it offers a private swimming pool w/ bar, TV/Stereo, grill, fire pit & hot tub. There's a pool table, a ping pong table, numerous indoor & outdoor games, such as corn hole, volleyball, basketball, ladder golf, and horse shoes; a dock w/ a party top & plenty of seating, a covered boat slip, and floats for multiple people and for singles. And don't forget about the ice cream maker, popcorn maker, and I provide the popcorn, the Best margarita machine, and the fish fryer!
Main floor: *cal king master suite w/ walls of windows w/ breath taking views of the lake, a luxurious bath w/ sep. shower that offers an opportunity to spoil yourself with both an extra large raining shower head & a hand held message wand w/ multiple settings & there's also an oversized soaking tub to day dream about your next lake adventure. Just off this suite there's a bed nook with bunk beds. a full bed on bottom and a twin bed on top. Also on the main floor you have a *King poster bdrm w/ flat screen TV, in fact, all of the bedrooms have TVs except for the Bunk Bed Suite. There is a full bath just a few steps down the hall from the King bdrm. *In the Main Floor, you will also find a fully equipped kitchen w/ all appliances, including a double oven that also offers convection cooking, w pots, pans, glassware, plates, utensils(enough to serve 20+ diners) There's even plastic wine glasses, and plastic frozen mugs to enjoy your favorite beverage pool side or while relaxing in the 8-10 person hot tub! The kitchen also boasts a Keurig One cup coffee maker, a Mr. Coffee Full Pot coffee maker * a party size coffee brewer, 4 slice toaster, Cuisinart Smart Duel Blender/food processor, crockpots, electric griddle, air fryer, electric wine chiller, a party size drink dispenser, a coffee bean grinder, a pasta roller & a generous supply of spices/seasonings, all with paper products included; such as paper towels. And there's bar seating for the non-chefs whose job is to entertain the cook! The Dinning room is formal w/ a table that seats 10+ diners, & there are folding chairs to accommodate the extra folks. You also have a*Full laundry center w/ washer/dryer, iron & board, clothes steamer, and laundry detergent & Fabric softener is supplied. An open living rm w/ a wall of windows overlooking the lake with an entertainment center w/ a TV, Sony Blu-ray disc BVD/DVD home theater system, book shelves w/ some easy reading, a warm fireplace, and comfortable seating. There is a sun deck off the living rm that overlooks the lake w/ a smoker/BBQ pellet grill and pellets are provided; there's also a conversation pit w/ a fire table to enjoy the fireworks on holidays and Full Moon weekends. Upstairs: There's a*Loft, overlooking the Living Room and Lake, with a sleeper sofa w/ entertainment center & gaming TV, wii game console w/ lots of games & exercise discs. There's also a full/queen sized sleeper sofa. Just off the loft, you will find another cal king master suite w/ a poster bed, lake views to die for, a fireplace, sitting area, TV, and an elaborate bath w/ a soaking tub, sep. shower, double vanities fit for royalty. The Terrace level is a whole other house! There's a common area w/ a full kitchen, including a refrigerator w/ ice maker, dining area, bar, pool table, TV, the best frozen drink machine made, an old fashioned popcorn popper, and yes, the popcorn & coconut oil are provided for your enjoyment, an ice cream maker, with Rock Salt provided, an old fashioned hot dog roller, a Smores maker, a chocolate fondue set up, and an extra large fish fryer with the stand and propane regulator and propane tank provided. There's also a Queen sized Safari bdrm w/ a wall of windows, overlooking views of the lake and a shaded patio w/ ample seating to enjoy warm summer nights or you can fire up the outdoor fireplace to take the chill out of the fall night. Here, in the walk-in closet you'll find a poker table top with a full poker set, including multiple decks of card, chips and the whole set up for a great night of bonding with family & friends!There's a Full bath just around the corner. And, you will also find a bunk bed suite w/ 4 twin bunks & 1 twin trundle bed, offering a 5 bed suite with a Full bath. And for the young 'uns entertainment there's air hockey, a giant floor piano, and games & puzzles. High quality towels & bedding, including beach towels, and a lot of hypoallergenic bedding; are provided. And, if needed, I can meet the needs of those who may be highly sensitive or have allergies, when laundering the linens to be provided, just let me know in advance!
Each level offers guests' common areas for gathering, as well as space for private moments, and the party dock, just steps away, provides a hammock for chillin' out, loungers for sun bathing, a table and chairs, and a 10' counter-levered umbrella that lights up automatically at night.
The swimming pool is something you'd find in Vegas w/ 8' tall Greek goddesses holding the base of a beautifully lit fountain; inspiring relaxing evenings, and joyful days. There's also an entertainment bar, with a TV, a gas fire pit, a gas grill for pool side cook outs, bar stools, loungers tables, chairs cushions, and several umbrellas. The 2 car garage can hold your vehicles, or you can make use of the sitting area & ping pong table. Or, you may want to play a game of basketball, corn hole, volleyball, badminton, ladder golf, or simply go for a bike ride and enjoy the bountiful nature that's all around! You could also choose to get in the pool to play a game of Aqua Volleyball. Your choices are endless! As a past guest remarked, "All you need is the desire to have Fun, because Geri provides everything else!"

Property manager

Geri Chastain
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

Events

No events allowed
Please, contact owner for specific info.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outside in designated areas.
Hall Co. has strict noise ordinance. As with most resorts, outside amenities close at 11pm, such as the pool/ hot tub.

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, contact owner for specific info.
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

Buford

Located in Buford, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, while Everett's Music Barn and Gainesville Theatre Alliance are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, or head to an event or a match at Road Atlanta. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Buford, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk
  • Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Mall of Georgia - 14 min drive
  • Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - 16 min drive
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 23 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Di Folco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Breeze - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Over the Top Burger Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Twisted Oar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities! have a pool?

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

Is Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Party Dock, Kayaks/Canoe! Incredible views & Unsurpassed Amenities! located?

This family-friendly Buford holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lanier and Bona Allen Mansion. Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Georgia Sewing & Quilting are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake Property
We had a wonderful time at the lake house! Geri was great and made sure we had everything we needed. The dock was amazing with the kayaks and canoe. The teens enjoyed fishing and we rented a boat for some extra fun on the lake. Great house for multiple families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lou D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family vacation
very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda N.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed in the house!
First of all I don’t want this to seem to be an attack on the host. As she seems to be a nice person. With that said. Our experience with house was a little well maybe a bit more than a little disappointing. This house is in need of major TLC from professionals. I will give you a few of the issues we ran into. First the HotTub was inoperable. The electrical in the house was well maybe an unqualified person redid the electrical. Lights flickered, switches didn’t control anything, lights on ceiling fans wouldn’t come on, but the most scary problem is that in a closet was exposed wires. That is just to name a couple of electrical issue we ran into. Then there was the garbage disposal that didn’t work and the sink leaked a lot. The decking around pool and deck needs bunch of attention. Rot is most of the issue. Even to the point I stepped on a step heading to the pool and the board snapped through. The upstairs AC in the afternoons couldn’t keep up to keep the house cool. Climbed to a comfortable 76 degrees if that is what you like on a hot summer day. The entire house is in need of a pressure washing. It’s really bad. The refrigerator upstairs make sure you don’t put much in there it won’t keep it cold. Don’t forget the ice machine doesn’t work either. Despite all the issues we only brought the disposal to the host attention. She asked to put a pot under the sink. Later telling me she would give us a 300.00 credit for that inconvenience. Still waiting on that. Good Luck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Great house for large group. Owner tries hard to satisfy all your request.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacay 2024
This property was wonderful. Plenty of room for 3 couples, my 23 year old son, and two young grand children. There are various areas for family togetherness as well as space to retreat when necessary:) the location is great. Somewhat remote (in a good way) but close to so many things to do. The dock area and lake were amazing. We watched the Margaritaville fireworks from the 2nd story deck on July 4th and 5th. Everyone enjoyed the hot tub, pool, and well appointed kitchen. Geri, the owner, was very helpful and accessible. True southern hospitality. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property manager was friendly & attentive
Geri was very responsive to our needs, even buying a new ice cream maker when we couldn't find a part to the one on property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
A Retreat Feel
This house is definitely a home away from home! So serene and comfortable. The owner thought of everything and truly make you want to stay there forever. The house is listed as 7 bedrooms but it is only 5 bedrooms. The loft should not be considered a bedroom nor the closet that has beds in it. All in all, I would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jameka B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, manager accommodating
Our family gathered at this property for our Thanksgiving holiday and we enjoyed our stay. Property manager, Geri, was hospitable, communicated with us as often needed and was very accommodating. Property was spacious and lake view relaxing. I highly recommend this property for your next vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Road Atlanta
A group of 11 of us traveled to Atlanta to witness the Sealmaster Lexus win the championship. The house is an easy drive to the track and was setup really well. We all enjoyed our stay and Geri was a wonderful host! We will definitely rent this house again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice big place
Everything we wanted was there and the hostess was especially nice and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susanne R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lake Lanier
The house had multiple spaces for sleeping arrangements for family groups with children. The pool was a big hit with the younger kids. The boat dock was able to fit a rented tritoon. Lake is great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friend Meetup at the lake
Great location, and a big house. We had all adults, so some sleeping arrangements were a tad tight, but totally comfortable. Some great rooms for families with kids as well. Deck and lower patio off the back of the home are GREAT views and very comfortable most of the day (sun rises at the front of the house). Location on the lake is convenient to a few marinas for boat rental. 2 kitchens is super helpful, and there are LOTS of kitchen tools. Host is very responsive and quick to help with any questions or issues. 3 private rooms, 1 semi-private room (would be great for family with young kids) and one bunk room, as well as some couch (sleeper) and floor space. Overall a very pleasant experience - some projects ongoing, would be happy to visit again and see some of the results!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer O.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
No more VRBO
Geri is helpful and easy to get in touch with if problems arise. We are a large group who likes to stay up late. Learning that there is a strict noise ordinance upon arrival was disappointing. That should be clearly noted in the property description. The neighborhood is lovely but the houses are very close together.The pool is quite nice but after the storm it quickly developed an algae bloom and we were unable/unwilling to swim for the rest of our stay. Geri did contact us and gave updates about the situation but it never resolved. Geri does all she can to maintain the property but it is need of serious maintenance, as mentioned in previous comments. The checkout procedures are in a binder and not on the VRBO website That’s when you discover you can be charged large fees for not closing up the property. We did our due diligence but that should be disclosed before booking the property. Overall we were disappointed with our stay and we won’t be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Coppell, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
We rented this place because of all the amenities listed to keep the kids happy. The kayaks were the biggest hit, along with the huge water float, the pool, piano, pool table and popcorn maker. This place has every gadget you can imagine. I also appreciated that the owner supplied things like paper towels and napkins and garbage bags and spices galore for cooking. If you are older (I am 76) and have trouble walking, you might find the walk down to the dock challenging. The kids did just fine. The stairs up or down inside the house are steep, so I only navigated those once a day and stayed on the main floor. We also had deer walking down the road and feeding at the house across the street, and in the morning, coffee on the upper deck allowed you to watch the bird activity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
There were ten of us, 6 adult couples and 4 teens/young adults. The house is right on the water, and the kids enjoyed fishing from the dock most days. We had amazing weather! The house worked well for our needs, with 3 king bedrooms as well as 3 others. The two kitchens came in very handy for a large group. Geri was a fantastic host— very responsive to all our needs. All in all we had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
The house was very convenient to Road Atlanta. It was great for cooking and entertaining. The smoker was like new and did a great job. Gerri was a great hostess!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dave B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Plumbing Ruined the Entire Weekend
Plumbing backed up Sat night and owner refused to call in emergency service for plumbing to fix problem. Owner tried to fix herself and at 1 am, after many hours of her plunging and snaking plumbing, we had to ask her to leave since she wasn't getting plumber in anytime soon. She did get toilet on 1 lever fixed, but not on other 2 levels. We could not flush toilet or shower without it backing up into showers and tubs. Multiple families had to leave and go to a hotel and many had to cut trip short and went home early. Also.... Pool was listed as heated, but wasn't heated. Fire Pit on main lever deck was out of propane and we had to seek out and change tank. We had to put BBQ together to use it, making our big Sat dinner late and frustrating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for a family vacation!
We really enjoyed our stay. There was so much to do and Geri, the owner, was very accommodating. We enjoyed the pool and the lake, and there is so much to do in the area. We had an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Great trip. Gerri is helpful and there to assist however is not over bearing. House was everything we needed. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room to spread out
Any chance to be together with our children and our grandchildren is another opportunity to make precious memories, which we did. This is a beautiful house, and there is ample room to all be together or to find space for privacy. The swimming pool and the lake provided much entertainment, and the fishing was good, as well. Our host was very helpful and attentive to us. Thank you, Geri.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Geri is a fantastic hostess…property has multiple “hang-out spots” including a gorgeous pool and great dock. Plenty of toys available. Easy trip to Buford which has everything you might need for your stay food/alcohol needs. Great grill/smoker as well. We were easily able to host 15 or more people. Could probably use a few updates but that’s a very minor issue. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Lanier Vacation
Everything worked as expected and the owner is next-door to address any issues. Do not bring anything but a fun time. Everything you need is there in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Fun for All
A very comfortable house for all ages. Lots of lake “toys”. Canoe, kayaks, and floats. Easy distance to other places we wanted to go. Grandma, daughters and grands had a wonderful week together. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray G., STREATOR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
My family of 12 was visiting for a wedding and we decided to rent a house for a week. This was the first time I have used VRBO . The house was great and Geri is a wonderful person. If we needed anything, she was right there. Kids always had something to do and the house is located in a cove. Big windows to view the water and it was nice waking up with such a great view. There was plenty of room in the house. We really enjoyed the pool and dock. My siblings were jealous because their houses that they rented were crappy. So next time we visit Georgia, they want to rent this house. I would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our group!
The place was perfect for our lake weekend! We enjoyed dock access for our boat as well as time by the pool. Plenty of sleeping options.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Geri Chastain

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We built this home about 20 years ago, with the lake being the focal point. We are constantly making improvements and upgrades.
We're from the area, and can help our guests with information on anything they may need to know.

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because of the location! We're literally minutes away from the best parts of the lake & Historic Downtown Buford. The access is an added bonus. The atmosphere of the area is inspirational and relaxing!

What makes this property unique

This resort offers many unique options that few can compare to. Location, location, location. As well as the unmatched amenities! Bring Your Desires & Expectations & We will Exceed Them All!

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