Dockside Retreat on Lake Lanier • Stay, Swim, Ski - Gainesville

11 guests
4 bedrooms
3.5 bathrooms
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About this place

Spend your mornings loading up the boat, your afternoons cruising or pulling skiers, and your evenings retreating back to the house for fireside conversations, game nights, and relaxed family time. Inside, the spacious layout is ideal for families or multi-family groups, featuring a cozy stone fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and a recreation room packed with games for all ages.

Your tranquil lakeside retreat awaits—discover the details below!

★☆ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & LANDMARKS ☆★
.☛ 2.4 mi – Little Hall Park (Public Boat Ramp)
.☛ 4.6 mi – Gainesville Marina & Boat Sales
.☛ 7.5 mi – Longwood Park
.☛ 7.6 mi – Wilshire Trails
.☛ 7.9 mi – Downtown Gainesville (shops and restaurants)
.☛ 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 (Main Level): 1 King Bed • Ensuite Bathroom • Smart TV
• BR2 (2nd Floor): 1 Queen Bed
• BR3 (2nd Floor): 1 Queen Bed
• BR4 (Basement): 1 Queen Bed + 1 Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed

🛋️ Additional Sleeping
• 2 Twin Mattresses

🛁 Bathrooms
• Half Bath – Main Level
• Full Ensuite Bath – Connected to Master (BR1)
• Full Bath – 2nd Floor
• Full Bath – Basement

★☆ LIVING ROOM ☆★
After a full day on the lake, relax in the inviting main-level living room featuring a wood-burning stone fireplace, large Smart TV, plush sectional seating, and a cozy reading nook. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring in natural light and wooded views—perfect for movie nights, morning coffee, or winding down after sunset.

★☆ 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 + bar-height counter seating

A favorite hangout for kids, teens, and competitive adults alike.

★☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆★
The fully equipped kitchen includes full-size appliances, cookware, utensils, coffee maker, and plenty of prep space—ideal for fueling up before lake days or grilling nights. The dining area features a spacious wooden table with wooded views, perfect for family meals, game nights, or post-boating dinners.

★☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆★
Step outside and enjoy multiple outdoor areas designed for both relaxation and adventure:
🚤 Private dock with upper deck
⚓ Deep water access—great for boating, tubing & skiing
🛥️ Small boat slip (8' x 24') + 2 Sea-Doo ports
🌲 Wooded setting just off the main lake
🪑 Deck & balcony seating
🔥 Wood-burning fire pit (Starter firewood provided)
🍔 Gas BBQ grill
🚗 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
📶 High-Speed Wi-Fi
🖥️ Dedicated Workspaces
🧺 In-Unit Washer & Dryer
🍳 Fully Stocked Kitchen
🎮 Game Room with arcade, ping-pong & foosball
🔥 Indoor fireplace + outdoor fire pit (BYO firewood)
🚤 Private deep-water dock with boat slip & Sea-Doo ports
🚗 Private driveway parking for 3+ vehicles
📍 Close to marinas, parks & Lake Lanier 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

★☆ Your Lake Lanier adventure starts here—book now and enjoy the perfect mix of water sports, family fun, and comfortable lakeside living! ☆★

Sleeping configuration

Room 1

1 king bed

Room 2

1 queen bed

Room 3

1 queen bed

Room 4

1 queen bed, 1 double bed, 1 single bed, 2 floor mattress beds

Living Room

What this place offers

36 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Fire Pit
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
TV
Smoke Detector
Carbon Monoxide Detector
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Nearby activities

1 Activity
Ping Pong Table

Property Suitability

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No children allowed

No events allowed

No smoking allowed

Parking Included

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Member Since
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Location

Lakefront

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
3PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
Flexible
Standard
Max Guests
11 People
Including infants
Min Age
18
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Pets • Smoking • Parties

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