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Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly

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Nestled in a charming neighborhood, this family home welcomes you with its cozy screened porch. Unwind in the living room or den, then enjoy meals prepared in the spacious kitchen or try one of downtown's amazing restaurants nearby. With four beautifully decorated bedrooms and two stocked bathrooms, there's plenty of space for everyone.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly

As soon as you walk on to the screened in porch you will feel at home! This house has been in our family since it was built by my husband's great-grandfather and has been so loved and well taken care of. There is a front living room perfect for a relaxing talk and a back den to get cozy and watch a movie. You can enjoy a spacious kitchen with gas range or walk to downtown to one of our amazing restaurants! There is a big backyard, partially fenced in and a grill for your pleasure. The house has four beautifully decorated bedrooms and two stocked bathrooms. There is a stackable washer and dryer with laundry soap provided. We have a regular dining room table that seats 6 and a kitchen table that seats another 4. You will love the house, the space it provides and the area just as much! We look forward to providing you with a FIVE STAR experience.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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:
Gather used towels
Yall paid a cleaning fee so we take care of it all! The only thing we ask is put used towels and wash clothes in the main floor bathroom. (We’ve had some things ruined by wet towels) Thank y’all!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Closest to DOWNTOWN! Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Gainesville, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Quinlan Visual Arts Center and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Lake Lanier. Brenau University and Smithgall Arts Center are also within 15 minutes. Gainesville Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful! Great location!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy, great space for dogs, walking distance to downtown, responsive host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was nice. Check-in and check-out were very simple! Older house but taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia W.

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

Perfect stay for the Holidays

We have extended family in Gainesville and they hosted Thanksgiving. This house was perfect for us, it suited everyone’s needs and 5 minutes from the rest of our family. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area or looking for a staycation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille R.

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

Easy walk to the square downtown

Such a convenient and cute house. Much roomier than the pictures represent, the host had everything there that a guest would need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Quiet

Nice quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry J.

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

Great Find

lovely house, beautifully decorated. Great location..close to everything. Loved sunporch!!! Absolutely loved fenced in yard for my dog. Beautiful plants and flowers.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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

Quaint and cozy cottage home!

I live locally and my family came into town for a wedding. It was the perfect place for them to stay. Situated so close to the downtown area - easy to get anywhere. My father-in-law brought his dog and the back yard was the perfect size and so easy to let him in and out. The beds are super comfortable and the host responded right away when they had called with a question. Lots of places to sit and relax and they loved the front porch!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lynn G.

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

Great House!

This house was exactly as advertised in the listing. It is well appointed and very comfortable. Close to the downtown area, we could have walked if we'd looked at the map better. With two living areas and two dining areas there was plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable and spread out. We enjoyed our stay. Host was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fonda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location we enjoyed the home for our gathering
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lynn G.

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

Great House!

This house was exactly as advertised in the listing. It is well appointed and very comfortable. Close to the downtown area, we could have walked if we'd looked at the map better. With two living areas and two dining areas there was plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable and spread out. We enjoyed our stay. Host was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay,the house was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home with a very responsive ower.I would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck O.

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

Awesome Stay

It is really nice place. It was close to where we were working and other places of interest.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big house, very clean and walking distance to the square.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Lovely house with seasonal holiday decor

Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love the house. Its beautiful. Love the location. Everything is very local to you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great home! Lots of space for large family. Communication with host was immediate. Close to everything downtown, yet very quiet. Super TicTacToe was a hit with all of the adults!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so quick to respond to all communication. She was even able to get us an early check in. The house was wonderful. As so many others, the front porch was very nice. Really nice neighborhood. Already looking to book next year
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darcy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, Comfy and Cozy! Felt like home. Beds were great and front porch was awesome during a couple thunderstorms. Only suggestions would be brighter light in the bathroom and a full length mirror. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Cutest little house with the best porch!

We had a wonderful, comfortable stay here in June 2025. Kate went out of her way to provide toys and fun things for my kiddos, and my favorite part was enjoying the rocking chairs on the screened front porch!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian O.

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

Perfection in Gainesville, GA

Excellent hosts, exactly as advertised! The pictures don’t do this place justice. Room for everyone to spread out and yet cozy. We had a lovely stay and will certainly book here next time we are in Gainesville!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chuck H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place — great porch and comfortable beds, seating, etc. Nicely decorated. It’s really close downtown and Brenau, but you feel secluded, which was nice. The owner was very responsive to questions. The driveway is very steep with a sharp angle between the driveway and street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I want to start by saying that the home is absolutely beautiful. I was visiting for graduation and it was great to have enough space for the family. The home is well appointed with everything that you need. The thing that stood out the most for me was the thoughtful consideration for kids that travel. We had forgotten my grandsons child’s plate and I was so glad to see that there were plates in the cabinets for kids and books/toys as well. The home is ideally situated near Brenau and downtown. It is very clean and quite cozy. If you are in the area I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

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

Great!

Homy, supplied well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024