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Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Great hall
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
10 bedrooms9+ bathroomsSleeps 301672.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Blue Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Brown Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bunk Bedroom 8

4 Single Bunk Beds

Gold Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Green Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Grey Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Harlequin Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Red Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Swan Bedroom 10

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

9 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Brown Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bunk Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Gold Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Green Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Grey Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Lower Level Black Bathroom

Toilet

Lower Level Yoga Room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Hallway Bathroom

Toilet

Main Floor Laundry Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Red Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Swan Bathroom 10

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

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

About this property

Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier

7-day minimum stay.

In an expansive but private cove overlooking a scenic view of tranquil blue waters of Lake Lanier, there is a luxurious sanctuary where time stands still.
Gated masterpiece ten-bedroom estate instilled with Old World charm is the epitome of elegance and comfort. Extensive grounds are yours to explore, numerous picturesque sceneries such as a fire pit area, and scenic terrace, swimming pool and heated spa.

Entering the custom-made castle doors at the main level, you will find the two-story impressive foyer framed by a curved staircase. An arched entrance will lead you into the two-story grand room crowned by a stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows overlooking an open terrace with breathtaking views of the lake.

In a fully equipped Tuscan-style gourmet kitchen you will find a build-in authentic italian pizza oven, professional-size griddle, and built-in warming trays. Your guests can enjoy picturesque views from a spacious breakfast area or sit down in a more formal dining room at the 12 foot dining table. You can nestle in for a quiet conversation, a good book or a game of chess by a fireplace in the paneled, English-style library or the cozy rustic log-framed family room.

The master suite on the main level provides a private and spacious space with two sitting areas equipped with a wet bar, his and hers separate closets, a massive master bathroom with jacuzzi bath built into a travertine pedestal.

A curved set of stairs will lead you to the west wing of the upper level that hosts a cozy study and five unique luxuriously set private bedrooms, each equipped with its own separate full bath. In the east wing of the house, there is a large game room and an adjacent nautical style private bedroom suite with a separate kitchen, a private bedroom with a queen-size bed and a full bath, as well as another separate room equipped with 4 bunk beds.

The terrace level is an elegant spacious area with exquisitely crafted bar with antique mirrors, a paneled billiard room, poker table, Parisian style salon, and a movie theater that fits perfectly for hosting lavish social gatherings. Through two sets of French doors, the indoor space blends beautifully with the lower terrace area overlooking the lake. A private hallway will lead you to another beautifully appointed bedroom with full bathroom privately tucked away.

With accommodations and amenities that will comfortably meet the needs of up to 30 in-house guests, it can serve as a perfect option for large family gatherings and corporate retreats that will turn into the memories of a lifetime.

the Master Bedroom on the main level, 8 bedroom on the upper level, 1 bedroom on the lower level (designed for elderly). no elevator. however, there is an easy slope to the lower level from the back of the house.

Property manager

Victor

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
early check-in is $50 per hour (confirm availability).

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is on a lake. The Cumming Playhouse and Smithgall Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Countryland Golf Club and Hampton Golf Village. Travelling with kids? Make time for Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, or head to an event or a match at Road Atlanta. With jet skiing, water tubing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 18 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course - 38 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Sunset Cove Beach - 40 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 40 min drive - 40.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 24 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales Lakeside Grille - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pete's Lakeside Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beer Me - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Chateau With Soaring Views Over Lake Lanier located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on a lake, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Lanier, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Oaks Miniature Golf and Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park. Sawnee Mountain Preserve and Countryland Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Another great stay!

This property is amazing and the views are incredible! the house is perfect for large groups/families.This is the second time we have stayed there and would look to stay there a third time if we come back to GA to play our spring break tennis matches.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor S.

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

Amazing experience

We came across this gem while looking for a place to host a family reunion. This house is one of a kind with so much space both inside and outside and amazing views of the lake. This upscale house makes you feel like you are on retreat in Tuscany or South of France. We had a fantastic time. Thank you Victor for accommodating our needs. We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

tim d.

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

Mansion!

The house is huge and fun. 3 game rooms. Great space for 20 people to gather and relax. We did see a few Palmetto bugs during our stay. We would do it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard C.

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

Family visit to Georgia

Property photos looked amazing and had everything a large family get-together needed. Pool was nice with limited seating with four lounge chairs and one table and chairs for a large group of 20+. Carpets were dirty/stained, palmetto bugs found continually throughout the house. Fire ants all around house/walkways and bees nest in front entry. Wallpaper peeling off, sauna tubs with mold. House needs a refresh. All information was shared with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Great place to stay!

Great property. Hoat was quick to reply to any questions and our stay was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Family annual gathering

We love the property and location. We enjoyed interacting with the host. Our only frustrations were related to the cleanliness of the kitchen and appliances. The outdoor furniture was also in need of updating or repairs. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

A great stay

Amazing house. A bit dilapidated but nothing to make us not want to rebook for next year. Had some group members complain about the worn out mattresses when we arrived, I told Victor and he showed up the same day and with 2 new mattresses. That is great service! Pool is fantastic but the surface can rough up your feet, highly recommend water shoes. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Big Family Vacay

30 family members had a wonderful time and plenty of space. The pool, hot tub and other outside spaces were well used. The house was more than spacious enough. Could use some updating but was clean. Would suggest having more cold storage. A full size refrigerator/freezer would be great downstairs and maybe a mini fridge in the bunk room kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Beautiful Home in a beautiful setting

The home is amazing and it was such a great place to bring a large group. As other reviews have said, it could use some updates, but we thoroughly enjoyed the place and will comeback next year! The property is not in Buford and it was listed as such. It is in Gainesville on the backside of the lake. Hopefully VRBO corrects this. The owner was great to work with.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mark L.

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

Good venue for big family gathering

Our family of about 30 enjoyed a week here at the end of December. The house is so big, it is almost disorienting at first! Our people loved the large bedrooms with baths; the play spaces inside and out; the short walk to Bethel Park with 3 great foot trails and boat ramp and beach access; the commercial quality kitchen with a griddle big enough for 15 pancakes at a time and real commercial pizza oven. And the spaces you could go for a bit of quiet. The owner met me at the check in, which I really appreciate. And he responded quickly when the Jacuzzi was not working on day one, getting a repair person out same day which is great. But overall communications with owner were sparse and not very responsive in the 10 or so months between contract and our stay. He only communicates through the vrbo app. So, he responded when I really needed him to. Several mattresses (7 of 10) need replacement, some very badly. If you have a group with sensitive backs, this is deal breaker. As others have noted, there are some mice in the pantry (so put food in tubs). I wish we could have gotten the fireplace in the library working. It was ideal fireplace weather, and that is a beautiful retreat. Also, we had one game table that was already broken collapse while there. We took pictures and notified him and the owner was good about not having issues with it. Thanks for an excellent stay with great memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Shari H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Awesome house but need major TLC!

The house is huge & accommodates many people with lots to do but it needs major updating & a better cleaning service. We had to run straight out for cleaning supplies to clean mold off toilet seats & get Drano for many sinks that wouldn’t drain. The pool table had sticks with no tips so my husband fixed those. We never got the fireplaces working & it took quite the effort to get the hot tub running. They need new couches all through the house. They should be embarrassed by the wear & tear of them!!! The kitchen is large & great for space but was a challenge to cook thanksgiving dinner in. They need new appliances badly. Bring extra bath towels & paper products if you choose to rent here. Also.. it’s lake view but not lake access. We didn’t realize that. Great view though! So overall we just felt like for the money we spent to rent this house it should have been updated & felt nicer. The kids all felt like we were in a run down castle. It was kinda sad really! But our family time was still great and we will rent another big house again.. just not this one.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat and Tom E.

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

Family vacation

What a perfect place to gather our family and celebrate a chance to be together. With ages 1 to 85, our 22 member family enjoyed all the wonderful space and comfort of this expansive home! Places for work meeting when needed and lots of tables for puzzles and games. Great gathering places everywhere and rooms for movies, basketball, ping pong, etc - no end to the activities availability. Bedrooms and bath choices to accommodate everyone in comfort. Lots of cooking with an amazing pizza oven and large griddle plus the “normal” kitchen. A pantry filled with many sizes of cooking equipment and various electric appliances. Oodles of dishes and silver. Perfect for a large group. Of course, the pool was busy every day and the hot tub a nightly past time. Lots of visiting on porches and the beautiful views of Lake Lanier - a few days with a boat rental and fishing added to all the fun. All in all - a perfect place. Thanks to Victor for his timely attention. Thanks for a great week!! Tom and Pat
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Thelma L., Ebensburg

Liked: Check-in, location

Large home

It was very roomy. Many broken parts and outdated decor. Two tv's working with apple for the whole house. Pool was great as well as location. Not spotless. Toilets clogged easily. Many ants by the pool. Landscaping was not optimal. Loved the pizza oven. Ice makers didn't work anywhere but the laundry and it was small for a place that could sleep 30. Sleeping that many required sofa beds. Absolutely great entertainment....chess, roulette, poker and pool table, badmitten, volleyball, theater room, dance room, some pool toys, hot tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea V.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Room for all

This house is amazing. It is huge and has so many great places to gather. The large kitchen with pizza oven was perfect for feeding a crowd. I will say, the house does need some updates but you can not beat the view!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Amazing views!

Took a group of high-schoolers and adults. Great stay! Great area. Loved pool and hot tub! Lots to do without having to leave! Spacious and well supplied!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger D., Roswell Georgia

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

Annual Family Get Togather - 15 members

We loved the property - only one hour from our home. Easy access to all family members. Magnificanat facility. Lots to do on site - we did not leave the site. We hiked, played all the games available at the facility and even laid out a pickleball court on the drive way. We did all our meals there - used the pizza oven, green egg and the large stove grill. Two members of the family are great cooks - they enjoyed using the facility.. It did take us one day to get the thermostas adjusted properly (there were so many) Our trip was in January, - a summer trip would have allowed us to use the pool and spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

AMAZING property with enough room for everyone!

This property is really spectacular. There are so many rooms and almost all of them have their own full bathroom! The Kitchen is large enough to host and cook multiple meals at the same time and the dinning space is large with a long table. They also offer additional folding chairs and tables for a nominal fee and they were in great shape. Worked well for our large group! The house is a little older so scale your expectations. There were a few little things like a doorknob that fell off and a kitchen drawer that was broken upon arrival, but that is too be expected on a house this age and of this size. It was not a big deal at all. The Kitchen was stocked with a bunch of utensils and the pantry had pots and pans. Most of the pans were not usable, but they did have a set of HexClad pans that were AMAZING! They should replace the pots with those too and they will be all set (people tear up the teflon stuff so quick). The Theatre room was spacious and comfortable and had cable and the option of viewing Netflix if you signed in. Hulu was not supported on that TV. Perhaps it just needs an update? We especially enjoyed the real fireplace in the main living room and purchasing wood from a local vendor through Facebook Marketplace was easy. The Outdoor pool and hot tub were also a hit! However, the hot tub controller is really tricky and can make it difficult to get the heater working. Would love to see another style option like a simply "push button" that turns on the heater. It took a while, but by day #2 we had it on and hot. I would suggest turning that on the moment you arrive so it's ready when you want to use it. There were a few bugs that showed up, but again, this is a huge house that backs up to the woods so expect that. I would just make sure you put the food away so you don't attract anything. The only real negative was communication with Victor. He was great, but it took forever for him to reply which made it hard to plan sometimes (as we were trying to get more info in advance). Overall it was a wonderful experience and we definitely look forward to coming back to this amazing house!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Cheryl T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Sad

I’ve throughly enjoyed staying at this property a number of times over the last couple of years. It truly is amazing but… it’s starting to fall into some disrepair. It’s not as clean as it use to be … some of the bunk beds are broken … one of the pull out sofas didn’t have a mattress … I enquired about additional sheets for the sofa beds during our last stay and was told to look in closest … there weren’t any … had to pull top sheets off of other beds to try to make due. There not enough towels when you have over 20 people staying in the house. And last but not least …. The bugs. I understand that this property is on a nature reserve and not pesticides can be used outside but the amount of spiders and roaches inside were just too much this time. The pool, hot tub and view at this house are incredible. Landscaping needs a lot of attention.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Family Wedding Visit to Lake Lanier

Fantastic property for family in area for wedding. 26 members of all ages from infant to 60 y/o, plenty of space to relax, enjoy others, converse, play, go hide on your own, etc. Great Time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah K.

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

Fun family time

There were lots of activities here for all ages. The pool and hot tub were fantastic. We had lots of water volleyball games with the net and volleyball we found in the outdoor game storage room. Victor was very responsive with a few issues we had. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

A Large Family Delight

This property is stunning as soon as you drive up to the gates. Interestingly, the VRBO address given on the site is wrong, as has often been pointed out by previous reviewers. Fortunately, the property manager/owner was very specific and helpful in his instructions, so we found it with no problems. That was the first of many ways in which he was extremely helpful and responsive! Just wonder if the erroneous address ever results in potential guests deciding not to book, thinking the location doesn't work for them? At any rate, the house was perfect for a large family reunion such as ours, with 30 people from 3 to 74. We really enjoy enjoy getting everyone under one roof and this was the biggest roof we've ever seen. In truth, there are very few properties we've found that can accommodate our group, which continues to grow with each reunion. We never felt crowded, inside or out, with plenty of space to be together or apart. The outside spaces provide so much enjoyment, from the fantastic pool and spa to the areas for basketball, badmitton, chess and smores around the firepit. We even striped a court for pickleball, which was an absolute hit for many in our group. That alone gives you an idea of the outside space as we had a dozen cars but easily enough space for pickleball! We also saw deer, fox and many birds on the property and the kids were able to fish at the local park just a short walk away. To top it off, the views of the lake were always spectacular! While we've most always had beach or lakefront for our reunions, we didn't miss that at all and there's no way to get waterfront for a place this size for anything near this price! Victor was an excellent host, responsive and willing to offer suggestions if you ask. He doesn't live on site but is always available by email. We've had 8 reunions and enjoyed our stay here as much or more than the others and if we don't outgrow the listed occupancy, we're sure to return! The location is easy to travel to and there are plenty of things in the immediate area around Gainesville.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Pipit W.

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

Family Vacation

My family had lots of fun during our stay. The house needs a real good thorough cleaning and a new cleaning company. It also needs a more reliable garbage pickup company. Overall a enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John F., Rancho Murieta, CA

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

More space than you can imagine

Thank you Victor for allowing us to stay in your home. We had a group of 26 adults flying in from California for my daughter's wedding. The space is absolutely enormous. There were times where it was hard to find someone else in the house. There were places we could gather and play games, and quiet alcoves you could sit and relax. I woke up every day to the beautiful view of the sun rising over the lake. Every room is huge. Every bedroom feels like a master bedroom, and the actual master is bigger than a small home. On one rainy day, we set up a games decathalon in the various rooms (pool, foosball, ping pong, and poker are all different rooms). The pool and spa were a big hit with the spa seating more than a dozen people at the same time. Having the space to spread out was amazing. Victor's check in and check out guidlelines were very clear and we had no issues following them. The house was clean and well kept (a loose knob or faulty fixture here and there, but c'mon this house is HUGE). We had an amazing time and the house exceeded all of our expectations. Thank you again, Victor. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

3rd time here!

This made my third return to this property…. It’s an amazing house with lots of space. We always have such a great time when we are there. Never a need or a want to leave. Victor is great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adriana M.

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

Wonderful experience!

Our one-week stay was full of magical and unforgettable moments, with sunrises seen from the living room, walks with the songs of the birds, breakfasts on the balcony , talks around the fire pit, videos in the movie theater and number of meetings in every corner of this enchanted palace.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Victor

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Languages:

English