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Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries!

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Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries! provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries!

  • Welcome to Dawsonville and one of North Georgia’s most intriguing locations, Lake Lanier. Here you will enjoy beautiful North Georgia mountains, vineyards, outlet shopping, hiking trails, etc. Only an hour north of Atlanta. This quaint studio cottage has all you need for a perfect getaway.
    You will enjoy fully furnished nights with a plush king size bed, fully stocked chef’s kitchen, and a custom designed master bath with a stand-up shower and a beautiful air-bath tub. Comfortably heated floors are included for colder nights and a gas firepit table on the deck.. On warmer evenings you will enjoy sitting on the outdoor porch, overlooking the tranquil garden of evergreens or on the newly added side deck with views of Lake Lanier.(Please know that we are on the lake, but we do not have a dock.)
    This will be a perfect alternative to a hotel stay for you while visiting Lake Lanier, North Georgia mountains, wineries, or Dahlonega. We live right around the corner on the lake with a two story dock complete with lounge chairs on top. We also have two kayaks and a paddle board that are available with access to the lake from our dock. You are more than welcome to hang out on our dock and fish/swim. I also have parking for a boat and you’re welcome to keep it at my dock while you are there. Also, if you would like to rent jet skis, here’s a link to use. https://lanierluxuryjetskirentals.com/index.php

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off the heat or air conditioner, Please put all dirty towels, and robes in the tub
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Dawsonville, this cottage is on a lake. Georgia Racing Hall of Fame and Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and College Square Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Atlanta Motorsports Park, or consider a night out at Tumlin House & Vineyard. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Dawsonville travel guide
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with a group of trees, a pier in the background, and a boat on the water.
    Lake Lanier
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over rocky terrain with lush greenery.
    Amicalola Falls State Park
    35 min drive - 46.5 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Avalon
    41 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    57 min drive - 65.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    9 min drive
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Lanier and within 6 miles (10 km) of Regal Dawson and Chestatee Golf Club. North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Hampton Golf Village are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Lakeside Retreat Lake Lanier-Enjoy fall with amazing hiking and wineries! Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. It was the perfect place for our weekend getaway. Donna is a great host and very accommodating. We will be back for our next fishing trip on Lanier!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled here for hiking and also visiting the Roswell/Alpharetta area. This home was perfect for our stay and was very comfortable. There are many things to do within a 30 minute drive of the cabin and once you come back to the home it is very peaceful and quiet. The property was cleaned very well and the decorations matched the season which was fun to see. The manager is easy to talk to and is very helpful if there are any questions or if there is an issue. I highly recommend visiting this home and will be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary get away

Cozy cabin with great amenities and wonderful hostess. Perfect location to see and explore this beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful little house! We just loved staying there. We were impressed with all the extra little touches that Donna went to that made our stay so memorable. And such a nice woodsy neighborhood with views down to the lake. We will definitely be looking for any excuse to come back…soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little get away space. Clean and comfortable. Donna goes above and beyond as a host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Above and Beyond

Such a lovely place with great decorations and very cozy. Everything was amazing, comfy and more thoughtfulness than any other place we have stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Best Cabin in Dawsonville

From beginning to end, host was very hospitable, checked up on us frequently, and provided many food items and extra toiletries. Cabin was great, views were great, town and surrounding area was beautiful. 10/10 would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Donna (host) was absolutely amazing. She is very accommodating periodically checking in if we needed anything. Unit had all you could ever need as far as amenities go. Would give her 10 stars if possible! We would love to come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

We loved staying here! Very quiet and safe area, but close to everything. Donna was a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy, Cozy, perfect!

The host Donna goes above and beyond to make this little cozy home perfect. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Clean, comfy bed, easy to find, quiet and fully stocked. Great birthday getaway for just the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO we have stayed at

Wonderful experience Donna was the best ,VRBO was decorated beautifully.She checked on us freq to make sure we had everything we needed, we loved it quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I could rate higher. This was one of the best VRBO’s that we have stayed. Donna made everything so special and personalized. The cabin was well equipped , very very clean, and beautiful! We will definitely be repeat customers. Thanks again Donna!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO ever!

Clean and beautiful VRBO - the host is amazing and the cabin was stocked with everything you will ever need! You will love this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short GetAway

Our stay was wonderful! The hospitality shown by the owner was exceptional and the effort she put in to make us feel welcomed is unmatched!! The home was adorable and very comfortable and clean! The location is perfect, kinda secluded and tucked away but still close enough to restaurants and shopping. I definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a getaway for 2
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without a question Donna is the best host/owner my wife and I have ever had. The property is excellent for Two people but Donna adds something special to our normal experience. The house is fully stocked with just about anything you need, including some foods and snacks. And Donna was always available for any questions or concerns we had. We highly reccomend the Host and property. And we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous & Relaxing Getaway

We felt so welcomed when we stayed here! The fridge was well stocked. It was very tastefully decorated and we felt at peace in this home. The furnishings are nice and the bed was comfortable! It’s a nice quiet neighborhood too! The perfect little retreat! Would 100% recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Trip to Dahlonega

Our stay at this property was excellent. It exceeded our expectations. Ms. Donna was extremely attentive to our needs. Cabin was extremely clean and cozy. Can't say enough good things about this location and would rate it above 5 stars if we could.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a little gem! We enjoyed peace and quiet and had a lovely rest at the Lakeside Retreat. We were spoiled by our host Donna who is very caring and her place were fully stock with everything you need. It was very clean and spacious for a couple to enjoy a quick get away for a week or weekend. Donna we will be back, thank you very much for checking on us often to make sure we have what we needed. We will definitely book the Lakeside Retreat again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is great! Donna, the host, was a perfect host. She left supplies in the kitchen for our stay. She asked me in advance what we like to drink. She had drinks and food waiting when we arrived at the cabin. Rooms were decorated for Christmas and clean. We were celebrating our anniversary and she had a card and sign over the bed wishing us a happy anniversary. She made us feel special and we will always have fond memories of our time spent at the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO rental ever!

Our cottage was as lovely as it looked in the photos. It was comfortable, clean and beautifully appointed, with our comfort in mind. The refrigerator was well stocked (and even included the wine of my choice!), and there were fluffy, soft robes provided. Donna spared no detail to insure our comfort and enjoyment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property, Great Hospitality!

This property was just as cute as the pictures. The cabin was spotless and well maintained, the fridge was filled with all of the necessities and then some - and Donna even grabbed a few of our favorite snacks and beverages, a very welcoming touch. Donna's hospitality is top notch, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!!

Such a lovely, clean cottage that had everything we needed! Very thoughtful host that added some extras that made our stay extra nice. Communication with the host was excellent. A very nice VRBO - highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Extremely clean rental, extremely well stocked, great host! This is such a lovely cabin. Everything was perfect! Ms Donna had fresh flowers, a bottle of wine and a sweet goodie bag for us. This is a beautiful area to explore. We had a fantastic time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visiting son

Donna was amazing. She was more than accommodating. The place was beautiful! This was the perfect getaway we needed to end my break.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

Donna was a great communicator. She went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. The cabin was so nice and clean. The location was so quiet. We will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024