Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock

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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 13668.9 sq m

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Flowery Branch, GA

Lake Lanier
‪20 min walk‬
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
‪15 min drive‬
Road Atlanta
‪16 min drive‬
Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Guest bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Guest Bedroom 3

3 Queen Beds

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Kids Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

The property has a beautifully landscaped pond with koi fish and a waterfall, as well as a large heated indoor pool and spa. The large den has a pool table. we are on the lake and we have a boat dock. There is also a fire pit. My husband and I live on the property in a separate apartment (not attached to the house), so we will be here to immediately respond to any needs that you may have during your stay and we look for ways to make your stay special and memorable, while also giving you your privacy. The property is conveniently only 8 minutes from the highway. We look forward to hosting you at Misty Pond - your private resort! Great for flexcations/ ideal work/play destination. Discounts for longer stays. We have a pontoon boat which you can book charter boat rides and Taxi trips to the many restaurants and parks on the lake!
Note: Because of the water activities and fire pit on the property you will be required to sign a waiver agreement of release of liability.

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Missy Bentz

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Event fee for 22 ppl +. Inquire before arrival.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

PA systems must be approved prior to use. No loud

Max cars on the property is 9. If you need more let us know before coming.

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30

Note from host: Event fee for 22 ppl +. Inquire before arrival.

Seniors-only community.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Flowery Branch

Located in Flowery Branch, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Elachee Nature Science Center, while Gainesville Theatre Alliance and Everett's Music Barn 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.

Flowery Branch, GA

What's nearby

Lake Lanier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
Mall of Georgia - 15 min drive - 18.2 km
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
Road Atlanta - 16 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

Gainesville Station - 15 min drive
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪La Cazuela - ‬7 min drive
‪Fish Tales Lakeside Grille - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock have a pool?

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

Is Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Lake Front Home with beautiful Gardens, Pond, Waterfall, Pool, & Dock located?

This family-friendly Flowery Branch holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lanier, New Wave Cable Park and Bobby Bailey Tennis Center. Chattahoochee River is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

12 Mar 2025

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

Peacock Celebration Crew

We stayed here for my daughter’s wedding. The house was the beat place to enjoy some peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle. The kids played in the pool while the adults played pool or sat and relaxed! Watching the deer while drinking my coffee was the best. We even saw a red fox! Missy and her husband we the best. So friendly and inviting. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

4 Jan 2025

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

What an amazing time we had with our large family.

We were able to all get together as a family after Christmas for a few days. The property is spacious, clean, and wonderfully appointed. Not to mention, the grounds are absolutely beautiful. It was a wonderful choice for our family and Missy could not have been more responsive to every question we had. Highly, highly recommend Misty Pond.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

12 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caelan W.

25 Nov 2024

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

Perfect Experience

My husband and I stayed here with our wedding parties for wedding weekend. Missy was so easy to communicate with and incredibly accommodating! The home was beautiful, clean, and well stocked. We could not have asked for a better experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

30 Oct 2024

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

Excellent weekend wedding

We had the property for a four day weekend with a wedding on Saturday. The kitchen was stocked well for all meals on site. The resort is incredible and provided a beautiful backdrop for the rehearsal, wedding, photos, and a relaxing weekend with friends and family. Guests could arrive via boat and automobile. Highly recommend as an event facility!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi R.

21 Sept 2024

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

Family Wedding

The home was perfect for us as we traveled from Louisiana to attend a family wedding. It exceeded all our expectations plus more. propertyThe host thought of EVERYTHING!!! We were NEVER in need for anything. We enjoyed most the beautiful surrounds, waterfall, nature trail, kayaking and the location. The perfect place to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. Would highly recommend as we are looking forward to hopefully getting opportunity to go back❤️

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay R.

8 Sept 2024

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

Perfect!!

Great location. Property was beautiful. Host was super helpful and always answered questions promptly. Highly recommend this place!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

21 Aug 2024

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

Most Amazing Weekend

If i could give this 10 stars we would. Simply perfect in every way. Steve and Missy are amazing and made us feel at home from the second we arrived until we departed. The Misty Pond Resort will hold a special place in our hearts forever.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toshia Y.

5 Aug 2024

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

Wedding

We booked this house for our micro wedding. Siblings stayed in the house with us and our other guests visited during the day. The large space of the house allowed the two sides to spend quality time together in comfort. We totaled 23 people and the kitchen had enough supplies to cook and serve that many people. The two dishwashers were critical. Our ceremony was held on the dock overlooking the pond and the host offered us folding chairs to use for the service. Everything was beautiful. We were worried about the weather in July in Georgia, but it happened to be raining off and on that week and day, giving us just enough time to do a quick ceremony and the rain made it cool enough. The host had arranged for landscaping to be done in preparation of our wedding day! This included spraying for mosquitos, so there were no mosquitos during our wedding! One thing to note is that the house and the grounds may be difficult to navigate for anyone with mobility issues. If you are doing a similar wedding and can afford it, I highly recommend planning to check out two days after your ceremony, rather than the next day. Having one full day at the house after the big event let everyone (including the bride and groom) relax before packing and traveling. We booked the house for 5 nights, which ended up being just right for our purposes. Our guests really enjoyed the house as well.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

1 Aug 2024

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

The Best

Wow. Our family has done reunions at rentals for years and there is no comparison to this estate. Missy and Steve have set a standard beyond dreams. Look at the pictures and trust me it is even more gorgeous. If you're lucky enough to to find an open date, grab it.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

8 July 2024

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Tranquility at its finest

The pictures don't prepare you for how amazing this property is. We've stayed at a lot of places and i can honestly say, this home was the most stocked. They have thought of everything. If thats not enough, the hosts are extremely flexible and available for questions. If we find our way back, it will be in this home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

18 June 2024

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Exactly as advertised

Our family greatly enjoyed our stay at Missy and Steve’s home. The house and property are beautiful and they did everything to accommodate us. If we go back to Lake Lanier we will be staying at their house again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy R.

9 Mar 2024

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Daughter’s Sweet Sixteen Getaway!

The property is perfectly located near shopping and lake side entertainment and dining. Steve and Missy are the most incredible hosts and you will not be disappointed!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

FARAH A.

24 Feb 2024

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

Slice of paradise

We recently stayed at Misty and her husband's beautiful property with a group of 10 friends, and it was an absolute paradise. From the serene personal front yard lake complete with a tranquil waterfall to the luxurious indoor pool, the home offered everything we could have dreamed of for a relaxing getaway. The house itself was tastefully decorated and impeccably maintained, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Misty and her husband were incredibly warm and hospitable hosts, ensuring that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Their positive vibes added an extra layer of magic to the entire experience. We couldn't have asked for a more blissful retreat and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a slice of paradise

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerka S.

5 Feb 2024

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

Amazing house, wonderful hosts!

We had an absolutely magnificent experience staying at this breathtaking property. House is huge but everything is well organized and easy to find (kitchen even has labels on each drawer!). Having an inside pool was a nice bonus - kids enjoyed it and were entertained for hours:) We couldn't have a more perfect celebration of my husband's and kids' birthday parties!!! Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blackman's L.

22 Jan 2024

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A most perfectly secluded oasis, conveniently located.

Steve & Missy thought of everything when they created this stunning get-away. Situated close to the interstate and Lake Lanier Islands, this gem is nestled in quite perfectly. Upon entering the grounds, you are welcomed by the beautiful pond with waterfalls. Driving over the bridge gives you the distinct feeling that you have pulled off the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. The house is generously appointed with great attention to detail. The kitchen is a chef's dream. Every room opens into the pool and spa area. There is an endless amount of private space outdoors including the fire pit, walking trails, separate decks, the pond, as well as the dock. What an amazing space! We have already made plans to book again in several weeks.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M., Gay, Ga

21 Jan 2024

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

Amazing Place that Made for an Amazing Retreat

We chose this place for our team to have our annual retreat. It was large enough and looked beautiful. The photos didn’t do this property justice. Everything was perfect and the hospitality was unmatched to any other property I’ve ever stayed. Missy really went the extra mile. The kitchen was fully stocked and very easy for the chef we hired to maneuver. The dinning room table was the perfect location for the ten of us to have our daily meetings. All of the beds were super comfy and the landscape of the property was beautiful. Definitely would want to come and stay again. This place is highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith W.

29 Nov 2023

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Wonderful spacious home!

Our family selected this property for space and location for us to be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving getaway! We truly had the best time whether it was baking in the kitchen, working puzzles and playing games at the large dining table, watching football or the Thanksgiving parade as we swam in the wonderful indoor pool. We could not have had a better experience. The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays and absolutely perfect for our time away.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

22 Nov 2023

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

Wedding

The property was beautiful. The home was everything we needed. Our event was perfect. The property managers were helpful and greeted me upon arrival. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chachi P.

14 Oct 2023

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Exceptional

The place is huge. Full balance of peaceful to nature with a little luxury added in.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasen W., Atlanta

10 Oct 2023

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Second stay. Great time. Would stay again

Great hosts. Great experience. It’s a really tough place to beat.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

GAIL L.

5 Oct 2023

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

THE BEST TRIP EVER!

Our large family trip to Misty Pond Resort was fantastic. Actually, everyone in the group agreed it was the best trip ever! This property has everything a large family could want. We had a religious retreat with just 12 of us on the property with devotions every day and lots of fun afterward. The pool was amazing. We loved the waterfall. The kids enjoyed feeding the fish and turtles. We saw deer while rocking on the porch and hiking the grounds. The lake was nice for paddle-boarding. All three grown daughters learned how. Our hosts were wonderful bringing flowers, chocolate from Switzerland and turning on the pool heat for our arrival. The driveway was easy to navigate. Not one flaw in this place, very peaceful and relaxing and so much to do. Everything you need in the kitchen and baths. We hope to return again one day.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john D.

27 Sept 2023

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

Better than Home

The property was simply outstanding. We had plenty of space for everyone to sleep in. It is a great place to relax after a day out. Very calming and quiet surroundings that made relaxing easy for our group. The place is well kept and lives up to all its photos. Highly recommended to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thais F.

6 Aug 2023

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Great time!!!

We stayed for 1 week and it was perfect! Missy and Steve are super helpful and proactive when needed. House is fully equipped and ready to go. Highly recommended!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

30 July 2023

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

Family Vacation

Our first impression was WOW! Misty Pond is a little piece of paradise. Missy and Steve Bentz were wonderful host and we enjoyed their presence on the property very much. We had coffee each morning enjoying the water fall from the front porch and at sunset watching the deer taking a cool drink. The fishing was great, many large strippers were caught, and we enjoyed taking a swim off one of the many island in crystal clear Lake Lanier. I enjoyed the beautiful flowers and landscaping of Misty Pond. What a wonderful week!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Missy Bentz

Steve and Missy Bentz- We are the owner/operators and we live in the carriage house on the property. We had a furniture repair business for 30 years and were ready to retire from having a larger business with employees to doing something with less stress and more fun! We hope to be able to bring peace, restoration, and fun to families and friends at our beautiful Misty Pond Resort.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I fell in love with the property and had to have it! We also wanted to share its beauty with others, so the perfect way to do that was by short-term rentals. We had the idea to make it into a private resort for families and friends to come and enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of nature and of being together having fun! Come and enjoy wildlife, gardens, forest, water activities, and so much more!

What makes this property unique

This is not just a home- it is a resort property packed with things to do such as swimming, kayaking, nature trails, basketball, and much more! We also feel that having us on the property is a benefit because while we give you your privacy we can also be available if you need anything or have any special requests. We try to do little things throughout your stay to make it more special. Never hesitate to let us know how we can make your stay better and memorable so that you will want to come again and again!

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Guest bedroom 1

Guest Bedroom 3

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Master bedroom

5 bathrooms

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Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

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