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Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table

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View of home from the lake
New double decker dock with 2 boat slips on the side;  kayaks on dock
Property grounds
UPPER DECK VIEW
Parking area with stairs to front door and deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dawsonville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    1 min walk
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    6 min drive
  • Chestatee Golf Club
    12 min drive
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    31 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table

Just 45 minutes from Buckhead off GA 400 is our lovely escape on a quiet cove south of the Chestatee in the northern part of Lake Lanier. NEW 2 story dock!!!!Have areas for 2 boats to tie up. It has been a place that our children have enjoyed along with all our friends over 35 years, with so many memories made there. Deep water. Whether it is in any of the change of seasons, it is a warm and inviting home to enjoy, whatever the weather. It has been our happy place! We hope it will be yours!!The house sits on a gentle slope to the lake with a view from both the sun porch and outside deck. The sun porch is enclosed with options to open windows with inside screens allowing for wonderful cross breeze amid the feeling of being in a tree house. Furnishings are comfortable that allow for guests to feel relaxed at this lake setting. The house sleeps 7 including a large king suite and queen bedroom both with adjoining full bathrooms. There is a bunk bed set and trundle with an additional full bath.( 7 is a strict number by the Dawson County rules- absolutely no exceptions except for very small children that sleep in baby beds)The living areas include a vaulted ceiling area with a stonework, wood burning fireplace with wood onsite, wi-fi throughout including TVs in the main area , sun porch and master bedroom. There is seating for people inside as well as 6 seats or more on the porch for dining plus 3 seats at the bar area. Outside table and chairs with umbrella seats 6-7. The kitchen has new cabinets, fully equipped, all linens and towels provided with new large washer and dryer available.The house is located 5-7 minutes from GA -400 with the turn off just above Route 53 and 10 minutes from the North Georgia Outlet Mall. There are multiple restaurants and shopping areas within 5-10 minutes of the house. Sites to discover include Amicacola Falls, Dahlonega, and Helen along with golf courses, hiking trails and vineyards nearby. There is a boat ramp at Thompson’s Creek about 10 minutes away off Route 53. The dock is in deep water for fishing, relaxing, swimming and boating. Two slips are available for boats with new seating area on 2nd story of new dock with 4 recliners and 4 Adirondack chairs. We have new 2 kayaks available on site. We have a child gate for the dock as well. We have a 8 person table on the main floor of the dock as well. There are stairs with handrails leading down to the dock with a gentle slope allowing for an easy walk to the lake. The house has a large outdoor deck with gas grille, an outdoor dining set with umbrella and a lovely view of the lake and yard. There is a fire pit seating area on the grounds as well. Outside the king suite is a seating area that faces the lake and grounds. There can be 4 cars easily parked on a flat area adjacent to the house with only 5 stairs to the decking. Traveling to North Georgia area is a great vantage point to visit historic areas even day trips to North Carolina, Highlands and Cashiers that are a few hours away. Intacart available
We decorate for all Holidays especially Christmas and Thanksgiving.
All linens, kitchen equipment, all tableware, trays, cooking needs etc are provided. New large washer-dryer set
Come to relax and enjoy for a week or a long weekend for a lovely escape no matter what the season!!!!

Property manager

Dorothy Mitchell-Leef

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Within 72 you must have a phone call with owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
NO smoking NO lighting candles - all are battery operated No large events beyond 10 people

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The Historic Holly Theater and Vickery House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and College Square Shopping Center. Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 6 min drive
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 12 min drive
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lanier Escape with 2 story dock, kayaks, seating & dining table located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Lanier and 3.1 mi (5 km) from North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall. Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chestatee Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful lake and woods
We needed a peaceful getaway and that is what we experienced at the lake house lovely lake. The owner is wonderful as well, we will be back. Thank you! Gail
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Father/Son Lake Weekend!
Bottom line, this house was fantastic for a father/son long lake weekend - it's got everything we needed for a comfortable and adventure-filled stay with no need to bounce back/forth to get groceries, etc. (Instacart delivers!) Coming from Milton, this spot was <30 minutes away. The double-decker dock is brand new and in great shape - the Polywood furniture for the sunny top and the shaded bottom was great as was the top-level sun shade; my boys used the kayaks and inflatable tubes all weekend. The kitchen had everything needed for cooking unless you use specific spices, and the house had brand-new Roku TVs that were easy to use as well as an older Xbox for the boys. There are really nice touches: umbrellas on the deck covering the dining area and the grill (two full propane tanks were provided); flashlights and lanterns for evening trips to the dock; a new portable Bluetooth speaker for the lake/deck; a large deck cooler to keep the inside refrigerator for only food, etc.; access to a STIHL electric leaf blower upon request to the owner; washer/dryer that is Speed Queen (i.e., FAST washing and drying) if needed; and all the paper products and cleaning supplies I needed. The enclosed porch was great to enjoy - be sure to crank open the windows to let in a cool morning or evening breeze off the lake. The owners communicated quickly when I had questions, and I will definitely book again as it really simplified how much stuff you have to bring.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Pleasant hosts and nice location but the property needs maintenance
I selected this location because it is close in proximity to Atlanta, GA (50 minutes) and it is also located on Lake Lanier. Another plus is that local grocery shopping and restaurants are only 10 minutes away. Upon arrival, I immediately noticed that the AC was not functioning properly, and the house had a musty/moldy smell. I contacted the Dorothy the next morning because the humidity levels in the house felt extremely high (basically the ac was cooling but not taking the humidity out of the air). Her husband provided two dehumidifiers by lunchtime which helped tremendously but had to be regularly emptied for the course of our remaining four days. Apparently, the problem with the AC was a longstanding problem and a dehumidifier unit (to be integrated into the AC system) was actually delivered the week we were staying in the house. If I had been aware of this problem, I would have never rented the house. Other items to note: Stairs going into the master suite were awkward and did not appear to be up to code, Roku on various TV's did not regularly work and the one in the room with the bunk beds never worked. Overall being on the lake is what saved our vacation. Kayaks were available for use and provided for a fun experience. The walk to the dock was a little longer than I expected and some of the deck boards are rotted and need replacing. The host provided beanie wafers and a bottle of wine which was a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tree house
Loved the beauty of the outside surroundings. The trees with the peeking of the sunlight and water rippling thru. Beautiful !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for family vacation and boating
This was our second time at this property and we loved our stay there - position on the lake and boat dock for our boat is fabulous and the house comfortable and well supplied. My husband and I had the suite on the lower floor and our grandchildren and their parents had the first floor which worked well. I recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chenyang L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatest cabin trip
This is one of the best cabin trips we’ve been on. A lot of water activities to do, the double deck is a perfect place to chill. House is comfortable, spacious and very clean. Host Dorothy, is super nice and will respond to questions very fast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Getaway
House was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura Leigh O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lakefront home
The porch was my favorite spot, though the master suite was beautiful. The owner was very responsive to our questions and needs. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F., Richmond Hill GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Vacation
Great location on Lake Lanier - the two-story deck was fantastic. House was comfortable with plenty of space for our family of six. Owner was very helpful and easy to get hold of. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
The property was great! The walk down to the lake was easy. The double boat dock was perfect for our group to use during the day. We enjoyed the large tables inside the house to use for our meals. Thank you for providing the opportunity to use.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathryn C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing.
The property was located in a perfect spot. We did enjoy the lake. It rained much of the time. The bushes in the driveway were very overgrown. My husband worried about scratches in his new car. The other negative comments would be how there was too many of owners items everywhere. We could barely fit our clothes or bathroom items or kitchen supplies. It seamed like we were imposing on a family’s vacation. I understand the pollen was highly active this time of year, but the outside dwellings were dirty. It just seemed that someone would’ve gone that day to clean and sweep things off. It wasn’t very welcoming! We appreciate you sharing your home. Just expressing my personal thoughts.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T., Covington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Great property will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L., COEUR D ALENE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting
The property owner was very thorough and accomidating with our needs for the stay. Very relaxed environment which we needed after a long wedding production my wife was involved in. Beautiful, and the fish were biting too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property!
Property was clean and well managed! The boat dock was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan M., Pembroke Pines

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Loved our stay in Dawsonville. The house was even better than described, very comfortable with all the amenities. Close to restaurants and shops. 40 min drive to Helen and 20 min to Dahlonega. Will look to stay here in the summer as the double decker boat ramp looked inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial tribute
Had a family memorial on the 1 yr passing of my wife of 55yrs & stayed here 4 wonderful days. Dorothy was extremely sensitive to our ceremony by providing additional leeway in areas not normally given - check in & check out.Very responsive to any questions. The home is stocked with EVERYTHING you’d find in any normal home, it has a real comfortable & relaxing feel to it both indoors, the outdoor fire pit area & the double decker boat dock.All type of instructions are available as to using electronics etc etc. plus everything works as they should. This is a REALLY GREAT rental to be considered if you want easy lake access. Dorothy, Thanks for all your courtesy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
Really enjoyed our stay and owner was great do interact with. Great part of the lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Lake House
We enjoyed this property very much and would definitely rent here again! This house was equipped with everything we needed and has plenty of space for a family The brand new boat dock was perfect for our boat and we enjoyed floating around in the cove and kayaking!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and restorative
After several months of unrelenting challenges and transitions, our famiky was blessed to spend a long weekend at this property. The abundant trees surrounding the house gave us a feeling of seclusion, but we loved being so close to stores and shopping. Having lake access and the use of kayaks allowed all of us to spend time in and on the water, and we enjoyed relaxing in the sunroom each evening. Dorothy made the check in process seamless and communicated clearly. The only things to be aware of are a tricky front door knob, steep steps downstairs to the master bedroom, and quite a few stairs to the lake with an older ladder off the dock. We felt rested and relaxed after our weekend here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Asaad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply amazing
Definitely had an amazing time. Peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. Will definitely book again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!!
We had a wonderful trip with the family for Father’s Day weekend. The house is cozy and perfect, fully equipped and in the best spot on the lake AND sooo close to 400, 53 and all the shopping centers. Everything was wonderful and if that alone wasn’t enough, add to that the owner Dorothy, was so sweet and helpful and accommodating. We will definitely be back, we are all excited to try the new dock when it arrives! Thank you for a wonderful, memorable weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B., Pinecrest Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Life
After very busy graduation festivities, we retired to the lake house in Dawsonville. The house was very comfortable for my husband and myself. My daughter, son in law and most of their family joined us for meals. They live 2 doors away in a much smaller house. The weather was beautiful for the weekend so all was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B., Elberton, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend!!!
Our weekend was very close to perfect. The only thing that would have made it better was more time in this beautiful home! We were out of town for baseball and the way the games fell didn't leave us enough time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wallis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the woods/ on the Lake
Cozy comfortable lake house with just enough to do. Gracious host. Awesome checkin and communication from owner. Lovely setting. Felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing lake house
We had a really nice time on Lake Lanier, with easy access to the North Georgia Mountains for hiking and kayaking on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dorothy Mitchell-Leef

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We have enjoyed our Lake Lanier home over 30 yrs with our 2 sons and so many of our friends. Whether it was swimming, boating, water skiing or just lounging on the dock and in the house, so many memories have been made here. Our oldest son built a new large deck and an lovely sun porch that everyone has truly enjoyed. The view is lovely during all seasons. We are happy to share this 'Escape' with all who decide to visit and come to relax and enjoy in all seasons of the year!!!!! May it will be your happy place as it has been for us!!

Why they chose this property

This property is an easy trip from Atlanta and surrounding areas. The house is only 5-7 minutes off GA 400 and close to restaurants, grocery stores and outlet shopping.
Whether you want to come for a business retreat, private meeting area or just a weekend away this is the perfect place.The parking is generous for 4 cars on a flat driveway. There are only 5 steps to the decking and into the house. The home is comfortable and relaxed for an enjoyable time. The walk to the dock is gentle and has stairs with dual handrails. There are 2 slips for boats or jet skis.During the Fall we have a firepit on the grounds, a wood fireplace in the main sitting area and the sunporch has screens for a great cross breeze. We provide the wood for the firepit and fireplace.
The kitchen is fully equipped with new cabinets and equipment. Linens and towels are provided.
There is a washer and dryer available. There are TVs on the sun porch, living area ( large screen for movies and game watching) and in master bedroom and queen bedroom with wi-fi throughout and HD. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 baths - one king, one queen and one bunk bed set with a trundle.
The view from the deck and sun porch are enjoyable with seating for meals in each area.
The closeness to Atlanta with only a 45 minute drive has made this very enjoyable for all of us. The development of restaurants, shopping, etc. through the years has made it very nice to enjoy the lake and not worry about forgetting anything we might need. Our sons have enjoyed hiking in the area beside the water sports and boating.

What makes this property unique

Over the 30 plus years we have had this home, we have enjoyed gardening, finishing off the grounds, adding a new deck and sun porch as well as installing the stairs to the lake for easy access along with a new 2-story deck on the dock coming July 2022! The firepit in any season is wonderful. Firewood is provided.
The furnishings are comfortable throughout and many times there are people staying in the sun room especially enjoying the panoramic 'tree house' view of the lake. The deck with the seating area for meals is a special place for gathering at all times of the day. The gas grill is frequently used for all the outdoor cooking. During the early Spring, Winter and Fall the wood burning fireplace is a hit along with the firepit outside.
The cove is quiet and wonderful for swimming, fishing, lounging on the dock, kayacking or boating and skiing. The walk back to the house is only minutes away.
Whether you would like a few days away from the city with your friends or family, or want to spend a week relaxing and enjoying the north Georgia countryside, this is a special place that will allow you to escape to a special retreat. My sons remind me it is a great place for their friends to gather and truly enjoy themselves all seasons of the year.
Can go to www.dawson.org for visitors guide

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