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Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more

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View from the dock of the cove and outward toward the channel.
Boating in the cove at dusk
Relaxing screened-in porch. Overlooks the lake and shoreline.
Main floor living area
A view to the screened in porch and lake beyond.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dawsonville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    4 min walk
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    9 min drive
  • Chestatee Golf Club
    10 min drive
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    34 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Bunk & Single

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs queen

1 Queen Bed

Main floor queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs King

1 King Bed

Upstairs single & bunk bed

1 Large Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main level bathroom.

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more

Lake level is up and at full pool! Spend your weeks or weekends on Lake Lanier fishing, boating, and entertaining on the single slip party dock! This charming 3600 square foot cabin home is deceptively large! Renovated open floor plan concept with Great Room featuring tin ceiling from Peachtree Records in Atlanta! Pot Belly Stove can heat the entire home! Lake Lanier views from three levels including the screened in porch. 4 bedrooms, plus a bonus room and 3 full bathrooms, gives you plenty of room for the entire family and your friends! Quick access to GA 400 means a short ride to shopping, restaurants, and tourist attractions such as Dahlonega, Atlanta Motorsports track in Dawsonville, Cleveland and Helen. Features upgraded gig speed wifi with unlimited data!!!

The home is on the shoreline and nestled in the trees with a view of the lake from all three levels. The upstairs "crow's nest" deck is just off the King Bedroom and offers breathtaking morning and evening views of the woods and lake while you sit and drink your coffee or adult beverage in the covered siting area. The Screened porch off the main level provides views for the entire family, and the covered downstairs patio has seating for 12 around the patio table plus room for more. Stainless steel propane grill is ready to cook anything you imagine. You can also roast up some marshmallows around the fire pit and make up some s'mores for dessert. The home is located between two very convenient lake Lanier recreational parks, each with boat ramps. Nix Bridge to the South and Toto Creek to the North and only minutes away. There are several marinas nearby. You can rent a boat from one the close by marinas, or bring your own, (lake levels permitting)*. We also have a 4 person paddle boat at the dock which guests can use free of charge.

Very easy walk from the home to the lake.

The kids (kids of all ages) can enjoy the pro-level foosball table and the Wii system in the gaming room at basement level. 2 big couches and an ottoman give them plenty of room.

*** Absolutely NO house parties or more than 12 people on premises. Absolutely no pets or smoking. If you and your guests can't abide by these rules, please look for another property. Thank you.

Property manager

Michael
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO HOUSE PARTIES!!
12 people max on the property at any time, not just staying at the property. Name must be on the guest list to be on-property. 5 vehicles max.
Persons who are wishing to rent the pontoon boat MUST have at least 1 year of RECENT experience operating a boat. This is an insurance requirement.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Chestatee Golf Club and Hampton Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame. Travelling with kids? Consider Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 4 min walk
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 9 min drive
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 15 min drive
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lanier Waterfront Cabin retreat. GA mountains, 5Br w/Dock, Grill, Fire pit +more located?

This family-friendly Dawsonville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Lanier, and within 6 mi (10 km) of North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Chestatee Golf Club. Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Thanks for the hospitality and comfortable stay. Great place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to make memories!
What an amazing place to celebrate our 50th anniversary with our family. The property was just as portrayed in the listing. It was clean and provided all that we needed. Check in and out were painless. Best of all was the host, Michael. He answered every question promptly and gave us lots of information about the area. We would definitely recommend it! Made wonderful memories there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Lake House
Rented it out with a group of friends for 4th of July weekend. House is not massive but also not too small, its just the right size for a small group at a reasonable price. The dock is also nice. We enjoyed our stay and the deck with the mosquito netting is great that way you can enjoy the outdoors at night without getting massacred by the mosquitoes. They also provide you with a binder with instructions on what is where in the house and how to use certain features, so you don't fumble around the house like a stranger. Owner was easy to talk to and is reasonable if your transparent with him. He even gave us an earlier check-in and check-out time that was originally agreed, which was great. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO that I’ve stayed in
The place was exactly as described. Suoer clean. Owner is very friendly and went above and beyond the call to make my stay comfortable. Extremely quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Will likely stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on lake
Plenty of beds, lots of indoor and outdoor seating and large kitchen table. Great location on lake and cabin is near any shopping you could want.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Lanier getaway, easy and affordable
We booked Michael’s charming lake house for a group of family and friends and not only and a great time but the house had all that we needed. Plenty of space to spread out with 2 back porches (upstairs screened in for mosquito magnets like myself) and a porch downstairs by the grill. The bedrooms were also spacious. The dock was a short walk from the house also had a rooftop area to hang out. The town is just a few miles away so I frequented the shopping areas (outlets!) and restaurants. Really a great location, to have both the lake and the things to do in town so close. Thank you Michael, for making sure we were taken care of and your thorough information about the house including all the little touches that made it so charming. (the flameless candles were nice in the evenings)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
We really didn’t spend much time at the property, just a place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Choice
We have stayed here multiple times and will definitely be back. The hosts have thought of everything you could possibly need or want. The location could not be better. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, and yet in less than 10 minutes you are in the midst of everything. This property is perfect for any group from 1 to 12. There is absolutely nothing negative to say about either the property or the hosts. You will not be disappointed if you choose this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin on Lake Lanier
Very easy to find. Clean with all amenities necessary to meet your vacation needs. Easy to contact host. Access to pontoon and lake a plus if you have boating experience. Easy access to restaurants and grocery stores. Highly recommend this wonderful vacation destination!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesseca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing communication!
Loved Michael and Nikki’s home! Perfect for our yearly vacation! House was big, cozy and clean! Will rent again if it’s available!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skyla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Cabin
It is a great spot. Plenty of space for kiddos. The dock is in a nice quiet cove.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dawsonville Lake House
We found the house and property to be just what we needed to have terrific family time. We felt at home there and it was so quiet and peaceful. The beds were comfortable and the layout fit our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape to the lake!
What a great couple of days at the lake! We were in town for a few days for a family golf weekend. House was very clean with a new front deck and new approach down to the boat house. Plenty of parking (we had 4 cars and two smaller SUVs). Ice-cold AC in all rooms. The house was very close to restaurants, outlet mall, golf courses (Chestatee and Hampton Golf Village), grocery stores, etc. Michael was a gracious host and very available for any questions we had before, during and after our stay. He made our trip very enjoyable and hassle free. We would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ursula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin with a nice lake.
Cozy cabin with everything you need to make your stay comfortable. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful. Michael the owner, was so thoughtful and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Our family had a great experience!👍🏻
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great layout for families
The layout was perfect for three families, one upstairs, one downstairs, and my wife and I on the main floor!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake house you need! Dock, firepit, and space for everyone
We attended a wedding at Swan Lake Overlook (<15min from the house). Dollar General is also nearby for any forgotten items. This house was the perfect location for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael H., Huntsville, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Great house to have 9 guys base out of for a weekend of golf, food, and watching football!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High Expectations Exceeded!!!
We had high hopes for this trip and it was better than we hoped...what a fantastic stay on Lake Lanier, I need more stars for this review. Mike the house/boat owner did a fantastic job of communicating before and during the stay...the best of any rental I have had and it's not even close. The house is beautiful inside and really functional. You will love the screened porch and the large gas grill. We had 9 in our group which the house easily accommodated. If you have boating experience you will want to rent the pontoon. Mike does a great boat orientation and the boat is very nice and a far better value then any rental place on the Lake. Our whole group loved the property and the stay and we all want to return!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at the Lake
Our stay at this lake property was amazing. We stayed for 4 nights with 11 people - there was plenty of space for our group. The kids had a great time fishing, paddle boating and catching fireflies! The adults enjoyed evening out on the screened in porch. We took advantage of the pontoon boat available to rent and had two great days tubing on the lake! Mike made sure we were prepared for the lake. There were plenty of towels and beds and the kitchen was pretty well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L., Irmo, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lanier lake house
Easy check-in/checkout process, and the accommodations were perfect for all 12 of us. Michael was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

EDEN J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute lake cabin
Wonderful getaway for fishing and relaxing! Landlord was amazing and very helpful! Enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic , Clean and Comfortable
My family of 11 and I stayed in this rustic 3 level lake home for my son’s wedding in nearby Dahlonega. The owner was awesome! He responded to each message promptly. Check in was convenient and easy. We received a text each day to make sure we had no needs and that our stay was comfortable. He even came over when my niece accidentally unplugged the internet modem and we had trouble getting it to reset- turned out we just didn’t push the plug into the outlet well enough! The kitchen, living room area, and screened porch was beautiful and spacious as was the lower level game room. The young men in the family enjoyed the fooseball table and the Wi. Ladies enjoyed the kitchen which had everything needed. The only inconvenient thing about the home was the bathrooms. There is only one bathroom on each level of the home. The main level bath is in the bedroom, so it was uncomfortable for guests not occupying that bedroom to use it. The bathroom on the lower level and the upper level were Jack and Jill bathrooms meaning there was a door from each bedroom into the bathroom and the door locks stuck or did not lock at times. I felt there was a lack of privacy and it was inconvenient to not have a “guest” bathroom that anyone could use on the main level. With that said, our family made it work. The carpet on the stairs to lower and upper levels could use some cleaning but was satisfactory. Recommend keeping upper king bedroom lights off as several small flying insects were attracted to the light and somehow got into the room despite glass doors never being opened. Recommend lower level for those who are hot because it was very well air conditioned. Upper level was quite warm, but ceiling fans and portable fans in the home kept it comfortable. The walkway to the dock was very nice. The dock and party deck were nice and well maintained. Sadly our family did not get to spend much time there due to wedding festivities. The neighborhood where the home is located was excellent, quiet and felt safe. Overall, the house was great and met our family’s needs. The host owner was just the best and nicest ever. I would highly recommend this home and would consider staying there again if we return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefest 2022
This is the third year in a row that our group has rented this home from Mike & Nikki. Great accommodations, super clean, outstanding hospitality and easy access to the lake. Having the ability to rent the pontoon is icing on the cake. Just perfect. We'll be back again next year. If your family or group of friends is looking for a lake getaway, look no further than this property. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela R., Woodstock, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed...
Had a wonderful time with my kids and grand kids. Everyone enjoyed the lake and swimming in the cove. The house suited us well, plenty of room for everyone. Michael was a wonderful host and made everything very easy. A great time was had by all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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Living on the lake and have enjoyed it so much that I felt strongly that others should also have the opportunity to experience this lifestyle. With this in mind, I purchased a nearby home from the original owners and upgraded key areas while leaving the lake charm intact in others.

Why they chose this property

On the lake but only minutes from civilization! Outlets and major grocery stores only 10 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

The country charm, along with nearby city amenities and shopping make this an ideal location. The "Crow's nest" covered balcony / nook allows for a chance to get away from city life, but you are still connected via the Wifi and Direct TV satellite provided. The screened porch is big enough for everyone to enjoy. The house has stained glass windows through out, cedar paneling through out and the tin ceiling from the old Capitol records building in Atlanta. Extras include a thermo-electric wine cooler, a George Foreman grill, coffee maker & electric tea kettle. Full set of dishes and silverware for 12. Microwave, Stove, Refrigerator, dishwasher, washing machine & dryer. Central heat and A/C along with a Cast Iron Pot Bellied stove which can keep the entire house warm on those cold N. Georgia nights.

Fresh bedding with allergy protection covers on every mattress. Plenty of towels.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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