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Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 15650.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Lanier Olympic Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Brenau University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 8

1 Single Bed

Living Room 11

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 5

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

Bathroom 5

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

Bathroom 6

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck

"Sweet Tea on the Dock" offers the ultimate getaway. Our 7,000 sf luxury lakefront home offers 6 private sleeping rooms with king/queen beds and multiple indoor and outdoor living areas to comfortably fit your entire group! It sits on 2 acres of beautiful landscaping and gives complete privacy while offering access to everything you need.Spend your days on the expansive deck or dock, swimming or boating, fishing, kayaking, and creating lifelong memories together. Kayaks, paddle board and more included for free. Located just minutes away from great restaurants, shopping, hiking and more, Sweet Tea has it all!

The minimum night requirement ranges from two nights to five nights, depending on the season, and our seasonal pricing varies. Our minimum booking age is 30. When making a booking request or inquiring, please include the following information:

• Your age, and the general age ranges of adults & children in your group.

• The maximum number of adults and kids that you will have (even if you don't yet have final numbers).

• Please note that day guests are not allowed at the house.

• A little bit about the purpose of your visit to GA. What brings you out, what are some of the activities planned?

HOUSE DETAILS:

• Well equipped for groups of adults and children.

• 5.5 total bathrooms.

• 7,000 sf

• Huge dual-level dock with free Kayaks, paddle board, and more.

• Massive deck with covered area. It feels like being in a huge treehouse!

• Multiple inside gathering areas where your group can all be together or separate for different activities.

• Beautiful landscaped yard with many imported plantings.

• Downstairs activity area for foosball, ping pong, pool table, games, TV, and comfortable seating.

• Spacious covered exterior areas with plenty of seating.

• TVs in all living areas.

This home is located north of Atlanta on the north side of Lake Lanier in Gainesville with direct access to the lake.

LOCATION:

• This house was chosen for its location to everything!

• We are minutes away from lakeside parks, hiking, shopping, restaurants and more.

• We are approx. 30 minutes to Lake Lanier Islands Resort and Margaritaville waterpark.

• We are 30 minutes to the N. Georgia Mountains.

• We are 1.5 hours from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (normal traffic times).

This home is ideal for families, multi-family gatherings, corporate retreats and group gatherings. If you are looking for an incredible Georgia lodging experience, you’ve just found it. Come be our guest!

House parties and having day guests are strictly prohibited, and are grounds for immediate eviction and additional fees. Day guests are any guests beyond those paying to spend the night.

Smoking outside only and absolutely no pets.

Property manager

Kevin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children allowed
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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
No day guests are permitted.
No parties are allowed.
Parking for 5 cars

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

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and Regal Hollywood - Gainesville are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and Frances Meadows Aquatic Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Oaks Miniature Golf and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lake Lanier Olympic Park - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Brenau University - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lanier Technical College - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Chattahoochee Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Longstreet Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Lodge with Dock - 7 Private Sleeping Areas and Huge Treehouse Deck located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River and Lake Lanier. Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

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. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Nice place

Clean comfortable place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanie B.

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

Short But Sweet

This place is absolutely gorgeous. We (10 plus 3 kids) were here for a wedding. Beautiful btw.. Spacious accommodations made our stay so pleasant.Clean and comfy !!! Thank you Sweet Tea. We didn't get to enjoy the outside things this time. Will have to make a return trip if possible...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

courtney h.

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

Weekend Retreat

The house is everything you see in the pictures! It is spacious to host a large group, and everyone be comfortable! The house was so clean, and had the refreshing smell of clean when you arrive. The location and scenery is beautiful. It’s our favorite place to stay when we travel to Gainesville!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry G.

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

Valentines Day Couples Retreat

Beautifully spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

60th birthday celebration

Great location; clean and spacious! Plenty of room for our family/friends! Property manager was quick to respond to any questions that we had! It was a great time celebrating my husband’s 60th birthday! It’s a fantastic property with lots to do! Would definitely recommend and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Always an amazing stay!

This is the 4th year we have rented this home for a 10-person friends weekend. Every year, we have been delighted with our accommodations, cleanliness of the home, proximity to stores and Atlanta, and the overall retreat feel of the house and surroundings. This was another 10/10 year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Wonderful Executive Retreat

2nd time booking! This spacious home sheltered us during a very cold strategic planning retreat. The layout of the home ensured our comfort and satisfaction throughout our stay. The well-appointed rooms provided space for corporate planning as well as private rooms to relax after a day of productive discussions. We also enjoyed playing pool and ping-pong. This home left a lasting impression on our leadership team.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M. G.

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

Christmas Getaway

Huge home. I concur with other reviews that you can visit with a large group and everyone will have their own space to hang if they wanted to. TV on deck was a great addition if you want to get some fresh air while watching a game or show. Gas “fire pit” was also nice. Rooms were nice and master bathroom is amazing. Other bathrooms a little outdated, but not dirty or anything. Large living areas on each level. House is definitely a fun maze for adults and kids. Dishes should’ve been through the dishwasher once more perhaps, but you have to expect that occasionally with home rentals and it’s minor. Only real con is you can’t bring pets!There are a lot of rules/instructions, but they’re pretty reasonable. This was a great stay for a family get together over the holiday with 10 people. I can imagine this is great summer stay with a lot of privacy (already pretty private) with the trees being full and the various screened patios. Great communication from hosts as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

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

Amazing

This property was perfect for our Friendsmas! It was big, beautiful and had a lot of great amenities. The hosts were very responsive. Definitely booking again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Always our Favorite Place for a Work Retreat

This is our third year using "Sweet Tea on the Dock" for our work retreat. This house is perfect for what we need, it's perfectly located, and it accommodates a large group very well. We love it so much we keep coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Wonderful for group retreat/ stay.

The property is a wonderful layout and perfect for building memories with great friends or family. The hosts were so accessible and helpful. We have rented many many homes from retreats but this one is a keeper. The amenities and the location too were such that we wished we could stay longer. Thank you again for such a great spot to host magic memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Family Memories

Amazing house for large get together. Inside & outside had plenty of space. Beautiful view. Rooms look like pictures. Close to great day trips. Would highly recommend ❣️
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Paradise at the Lake

We enjoyed our stay at Sweet Tea! The dock had toys and fishing that kept our entire group entertained. The home is spacious and clean. Nestled in the woods there is an abundance of wildlife - notably a white squirrel visits daily. There is lots of space everywhere! We spent lots of time on the deck and downstairs in the game room. The hosts responded quickly with any issues we had and we will definitely visit Sweet Tea again. Our group was a family of ten - 2 years old all the way up to 85 years old. The walk to the dock was long tho the elderly were able to do it twice a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Lake House for Families

This property was perfect for our family of 11. We had plenty of room to accommodate our large family vacation week. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of items to cook. Location was close to many stores. The dock was stocked with fun items and had space for lunches on the top deck. I highly recommend this place for families looking in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Enjoyed the luxurious home and the lake. Had a great family vacation with a very well equipped home.

Great location with everything we needed for a weeks stay. Enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board. We brought our pontoon boat and had fun on Lake Lanier. Saw several deer in the back yard. There were cobwebs in several of the rooms but other than that the home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

The BEST vacation home we have stayed in!

We have rented through VRBO for about 6 years and have stayed in some nice homes, Sweet Tea is definitely one of the best! Very well maintained, clean, accommodating to our needs, quick to response, the furniture and beds were very comfortable. We loved the large deck space it has, we saw deer, raccoons, the first white squirrel ever, and chipmunks! The boat dock was very user friendly for boaters and we enjoyed the paddle boarding, Canoeing and paddle boat that was available to us at no extra cost. Thank goodness, they had extra lifevest for us to use. The house was stocked with everything we needed, from toiletries to kitchen supplies. I also want to brag on the property manager he was amazing, very kind and very helpful. It never took him more than 5 minutes to answer. He went out of his way yo make this a enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Roomy, Comfy and Cozy

The house is large enough for a family of 10 to spread out, and also be in the same room together to watch TV or gather around the dining table. Enjoyed the double deck dock for socializing, board games, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and use of a paddle boat. However, it was a trek to go down to the dock and back. It would've been helpful to have known the distance from the house to the lake beforehand, as well as, the layout of the house. Layout: - upstairs= one queen bedroom attached to small bathroom and loft area open to downstairs with 1 twin - main level= 1 king with ensuite bath isolated from other areas of house... another king bedroom that shares LARGE, renovated jack-jill bath with access door to a queen bed in tiny bedroom. -lower level= additional living, dining and game room with ping pong and fuse ball tables... king bed with small dedicated bath... 2 king beds that share hall bath. -1 bathroom next to laundry room is nicely renovated ... all others are dated, with the exception of the ensuite.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

A Tranquil Haven for a Productive Retreat

This picturesque home served as the perfect backdrop for our strategic meeting and team-building activities. The attention to detail in every aspect of the home was evident, ensuring our comfort and satisfaction throughout our stay. The spacious and well-appointed rooms provided a luxurious retreat after a day of productive discussions. We also enjoyed friendly board games on the patio, ping pong and foosball competitions. The lake was lovely and watching deer walking along the path added to the overall charm. This home left a lasting impression on our leadership team.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delvecchio P.

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

Can't wait until next time

This property is absolutely amazing. The home is kept well. It was comfortable and homey. There was plenty of room for my group of 13. We had a wedding at the property. We had enough space to host the wedding and everyone was in awe of the setting. There were great views of the lake and the forest. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy G.

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

Best place on vrbo

If I could give this place 100 stars I would. We were in town for a race, we had 9 adults and 1 child and had plenty of room! The house was definitely home away from home!! Julie and Kevin were very accommodating with EVERYTHING!! They go above and beyond. If we are ever back in the area this the only place we will stay!!!! Thank you again for opening your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

stacey J.

Liked: Communication, location

Large home

This home was large and had plenty of room to spread out. The view was beautiful. The hosts did allow us to check in early based on our timing with our son’s wedding events. None of the tvs would connect to the internet. So we were unable to watch football on Saturday afternoon with our entire family there. Which was one of our reasons we rented this home. We communicated with the host/owner several times about the problem and she was quick to respond with instructions. Her suggestions ultimately didn’t solve our problems and we had no TV all weekend. The home is in need of updates and minor cosmetic repairs. The master water closet smelled of urine. When checking out there are a LOT of instructions on how to leave the house. (Not just starting the dishwasher and taking out the trash) It took us an extra hour to make sure that the pre cleaning was done. We paid a cleaning fee with our rental and feel that we shouldn’t have to pre clean to this extent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

crystal j., Alpharetta

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

Huge house!

We had a lovely stay and really enjoyed all of the space - it’s just like the photos. Beds were comfortable, linens and bathrooms were very clean. The house was stocked and we appreciated the garbage bags, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, shampoo/conditioner, and hand soap being provided. The owners were quick to reply to any questions. We hung out on the dock one day and rented a boat for another day. Our stay was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rares R.

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

Beautiful place and great location! We enjoyed this place .

Love the place ! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel and Karen M.

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

Sweet Tea on the Dock Rocks

We come to the lake every year for our family vacation and this was year number 14. The house was amazingly accommodating for our family with teenage grandkids. The boys shared the downstairs bath with two king bedrooms, our son stayed in the private suite at the other end. While our daughter and son in law took the master suite on the other side of the house, our granddaughter felt right at home in the "penthouse." My wife and I, of course stayed in the master suite with the locker room shower. There were two rooms we didn't use and had plenty of room the spread out. The decks and patios are spacious and plenty of areas to read and relax or get together for our evening game nights. Fully equipped with all you need for an amazing family vacation. We had no trouble with any aspect of the house. And once we found the dimmer switches for the kitchen lights, everything was perfect. The owners were available and responded to the few questions we had. We highly recommend Sweet Tea for your vacation, except for the week we want it again next year. Thanks so much for letting us stay. We love your house and Lake Lanier!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Excellent Place

Had a great time with family! Clean, great communication, accommodating lake house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kevin

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English