Dockside Retreat on Lake Lanier • Stay, Swim, Ski

Hosted by Chad

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Your tranquil lakeside retreat awaits—discover the details below!

★☆ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & LANDMARKS ☆★
.☛ 2.4 mi – Little Hall Park and Boat Launch
.☛ 4.6 mi – Gainesville Marina & Boat Sales
.☛ 7.5 mi – Longwood Park
.☛ 7.6 mi – Wilshire Trails
.☛ 8.0 mi – Downtown Gainesville
.☛ 8.3 mi – Country Land Golf Course
.☛ 9.7 mi – Frances Meadows Aquatic Center
.☛ 10.5 mi – Athens Boat Club
.☛ 11.4 mi – Atlanta Botanical Garden (Gainesville location)
.☛ 12.5 mi – Lake Lanier Olympic Park
.☛ 18.1 mi – Don Carter State Park

★☆ BEDROOM & BATHROOM ARRANGEMENT ☆★
🛏️ Bedrooms
• BR1 (Upper Level): 1 King Bed • Ensuite Bathroom • Smart TV
• BR2 ( Upper Level): 1 Queen Bed • Smart TV
• BR3 (Upper Level): 1 Queen Bed
• BR4 (Walkout Basement): 1 Queen Bed + 1 Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed

🛋️ Additional Sleeping
• 2 Twin Floor Mattresses

🛁 Bathrooms
• Half Bath – Main Level
• Full Master Bath - Upper Level
• Full Bath – Upper Level
• Full Bath – Basement

★☆ LIVING ROOM ☆★
Settle into the inviting main-level living room featuring a large Smart TV, plush sectional seating, and a cozy reading nook. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring in natural light and views of the peaceful tree line, creating a relaxing setting for movie nights or morning conversations.

★☆ RECREATION ROOM ☆★
Head downstairs for nonstop entertainment in the fully equipped rec room featuring:
🎮 Classic arcade machine
🏓 Ping-pong table
⚽ Foosball table
📺 70" Smart TV (use your own logins)
🎲 Board games & playing cards
💺 Large sectional seating + counter seating

This is the perfect indoor hangout spot for game nights, kids’ playtime, or watching the big game together.

★☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆★
The fully equipped kitchen includes full-size appliances, cookware, utensils, coffee maker, and plenty of prep space. Enjoy shared meals in the adjoining dining area with a spacious wooden dining table, surrounded by large windows overlooking the wooded landscape—great for family dinners, game night setups, or morning brunch.

★☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆★
Step outside and enjoy multiple outdoor areas designed for both relaxation and adventure:
🚤 Private dock with upper deck and sunshade
⚓ Deep water access with 2 jet ski ports and open 15' x 24' boat slip
🌲 Peaceful wooded views
🪑 Balcony & deck seating areas
🔥 Wood-burning fire pit (bring your own firewood)
🍔 Gas BBQ grill for outdoor cooking
🚗 Driveway parking for 3 vehicles

Ideal for morning coffee, lakeside relaxation, or active water days.

★☆ KEY FEATURES ☆★
🔐 Easy Self Check-In
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms • 3.5 Bathrooms • Sleeps up to 11 guests
📶 High-Speed Wi-Fi
🖥️ Dedicated Workspaces
🧺 In-Unit Washer & Dryer
🍳 Fully Stocked Kitchen
🎮 Recreation/Game Room with ping-pong, arcade & foosball
🔥 Indoor fireplace (No fires)+ outdoor fire pit (Guest has to bring their own firewood)
🚤 Deep water dock with boat slip & sea-doo ports
🚗 Private driveway parking for 3+ vehicles
📍 Close to popular parks, marinas & family attractions

★☆ HOUSE RULES/THINGS TO NOTE ☆★
⏱️ Check-In: 4:00 PM | Check-Out: 10:00 AM
🔞 Primary guest must be 25+ to book
🚭 No smoking
🐾 No pets allowed
🎉 No parties or events
🚫 No unauthorized guests or visitors
🔇 Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
⏰ Early check-in or late check-out must be pre-approved
🌡️ Thermostat must remain at 68°F or above
🔥 Bring your own firewood/fire starter for fire pit and/or fireplace
💸 $500 fee per rule violation + cost of damages

★☆ Make your next lake escape one to remember—reserve now! ☆★