Covered Double Slip Dock - level walk to this huge deep water dock!
Location: Hartwell, Hartwell Lake, Northeast Mountains, Georgia, USA (Under Two Hours from Atlanta and Greenville, SC) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 14)
BOOK YOUR WINTER BREAK HOLIDAY NOW! Spoil yourself at Big Kahuna's -- a retreat created for the ultimate Lake Hartwell experience! This 5BR 3BA luxury home sits in a deep water cove and will offer you and your guests the perfect home base for your vacation at the lake. Located in an upscale lakefront neighborhood near the Reed Creek area of Hartwell, just a few minutes from downtown. By water, we are 10 minutes from Hartwell Marina, 10 minutes to the dam and about 20 minutes to the river channels, truly an A+ location on the lake. Several nearby ramps for easy access launching your boat. If you are looking for two houses in the same cove, there is another rental home (sleeps 8-10 and is pet friendly) in our cove, within swimming distance!
Worried about the kids having not enough to do at the lake? Don't be -- our rental includes the use of a tandem sit-on-top kayak, five person pedal boat and propellor-driven hydrobike, not to mention airhockey, foosball, karaoke, X-Box system and lots of fun games.
Bedding is as follows: Master (king); Guest BR #1 (queen); Guest BR #2 (queen); Guest BR #3 (two twins); Guest BR #5 (bunkroom featuring two twin over full beds - sleeps six kids). All bedrooms and living room (upstairs) and den (downstairs) have ceiling fans for your comfort.
The main level features a large great room with stacked stone fireplace (remote controlled). Living room has 46 inch high def LCD TV (with satellite and blu-ray DVD player), and is open to the gourmet kitchen and dining area.
Master bedroom is on the main level and has a king-sized four poster bed with luxury linens, LCD flat screen TV, spa-like bathroom with French doors, double sinks, deep tub, separate tiled shower and extra large walk-in closet. Light some candles and soak your cares away! Master also has private access to the covered porch...sneak out before everyone is up and enjoy the sunrise and lakeside view with your coffee!
Second bedroom bedroom on the main floor features a queen bed, super comfy mattress, luxury linens and en suite bathroom, as well as a large closet.
The gourmet kitchen makes meal preparation a delight! Granite countertops, all the cooking gadgets you could think of, complete service set for very large groups, and an abundance of counter space to allow everyone to get in on the action and assist the cook! EXTRA FULL SIZED FRIDGE IN THE GARAGE for easy access (for large families/groups vacationing together, a second fridge is really a MUST - most houses on the lake don't have a spare -- it will make your week much less hectic, with less frequent store runs, the ability to have plenty of cold drinks and ice on hand, store extra food, etc., truly a great feature to look for in a vacation rental!!). Dining space is plentiful, with seating for eight at the circular dining table, overflow seating at the island breakfast bar and, if the need arises, even more dining space can be found on the covered porch, which features lake views, a soothing water fountain and it's own ceiling fan!
On the terrace level, we have three bedrooms, the family room/gaming area and a full bath. The first bedroom has two antique mahogany twin beds with very comfy mattresses. The second bedroom has lakeside views and is well appointed, with a queen sized bed covered in luxury bedding. There is a cozy reading chair positioned near the window for curling up with a good book, and an extra large closet for your things.
The kids Hawaiian-themed bunkroom is the third bedroom on this floor. The bunkroom can sleep six and features two twin over full beds, all covered delightfully in Pottery Barn surfer-inspired bedding. Walk-in closet, TV with DVD and X-Box, karaoke, and best of all -- a real long board and "how to surf" books, so your kids can at least imagine what it would be like to catch a wave and hang ten like the Big Kahuna himself!
The family room on the terrace level features a 46 inch LCD flat screen TV, with satellite and blu-ray DVD player. Bookcases hold lots of games and books (some Hawaiian or surfer related (Surf's Up!, Monopoly Surfer Addition, Tiki Mountain, as well as all your favorites), to keep you entertained when you are not on the lake.
The gaming area is NHL-inspired (Go Penguins!) and features a deluxe air hockey table (with an awesome sound/scoring system) and a foosball table. A four person pub table covered in 1980's hockey player cards makes grabbing a snack or playing cards downstairs convenient (and entertaining if you are a hockey fan!).
Terrace level patio features table for four, fire bowl (great for smores) and two chaise lounge chairs for soaking in the lakeside view. Pathway to our dock starts right at the concrete patio -- follow it for about a minute down a shaded pathway to the dock, which is resting in one of the most pristine coves on Hartwell...yes, you can see your toes! Enjoy a nap in the lakeside hammock at nestled in the trees at the shoreline. Bring your boat(s), we have room in our double-slip dock with extra-large swim platform. Hang out all day on our colorful Adirondack chairs and watch the kids have the time of their lives! Our protected cove is just off the "big water" of the lake. We are close to the dam, Hartwell Marina and not too far from the river channels, for exploring. This is the perfect lake location! Local slalom course is just 15 minutes away! Lots of large islands to boat to and explore! You will love this location!!!
We cannot wait to host your family or group get together at Lake Hartwell, and we know you will put Big Kahuna's on your short list for future getaways!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Luxury Linens on each bed. Plenty of plush towels for a large group. Beach towels provided!
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace: Great Room features stone fireplace (propane on a remote). Warms up the entire room!
- Beds
- King Bed: Four poster king bed in master
- Queen Bed (2) : Two guest bedrooms feature queen beds.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Lovely bedroom on the terrace level features two twin beds.
- Bunk Bed (2) : Our Hawaiian/Surfer inspired bunkroom features two twin over full bunk beds (and a real surfboard!) -- sleeps six!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : TVs in Master, kids' Bunkroom, upstairs greatroom and downstairs den.
- DVD (4)
- VCR
- Video Library: Best collection of B movies on Lake Hartwell! Just kidding, plenty of great flicks some in BLURAY
- Video Game Console: X-Box
- Video Games: All your kids' favorites!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: hours of old time rock and roll
- Foosball
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Large open kitchen features huge island, with cooktop facing family room (watch your favor Food Network show as you whip up dinner). Quality cookware, crockpot, griddle, blender, Wolfgang Puck panini press, loads of serving dishes, storage containers, set up for large group, you'll feel spoiled!
- Cooking Utensils Provided: We have enough of everything so you don't have to do the morning dishes so you can serve lunch! We know -- you're on vacation!!!!
- Refrigerator (2) : Two refrigerators are a must when vacationing! Our full sized spare is in the garage. Big Kahuna likes to keep it stocked with cold beverages, extra desserts and bags of ice for filling coolers for the dock and boat, but you can keep whatever you want in there!
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Great Weber grill with side burner for grilling up some good eats after a day enjoying the water!
- Deck/Patio: Lower level patio features table for four, propane "fire bowl" perfect for making smores, and two chaise lounge chairs for enjoying the lakeside view.
- Lanai: Covered porch off great room, with lake views and ceiling fan. Seating for eight!
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Very flat, shaded one minute walk to our dock!
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Tandem kayak, five person covered pedal boat and Hydrobike are included in your rental! Lots of floats, noodles and several fishing rods provided.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Your kids will love Big Kahuna's Hawaiian-inspired bunkroom! They will have loads of fun playing airhockey and foosball when not swimming in the clear waters off the dock. Neighborhood is great for bike riding (bring yours!) and for animal watching (turkey, deer, herons, to name a few).
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Please be 25 or older. No house parties permitted.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- WE OFFER YOUR FAMILY USE OF THE ONLY HYDROBIKE ON LAKE HARTWELL! FANTASTIC WAY TO EXERCISE AND ENJOY NATURE. If you like water recreation, or cycling, you will love our Hydrobike. With little effort you can maintain a cruising speed of 4-6 miles per hour, and you can accelerate up to 10 mph. On Hydrobikes you're comfortably seated upright for great viewing as you cruise by canoes, kayaks and paddle boats! FEATURES: Peace and quiet: Hydrobikes are engineered for silence. It won’t disturb wildlife habitats- or fishing holes. Strong, fast, and light: Hydrobikes pontoons were scientifically developed by a professional canoe designer for optimum buoyancy, speed, and maneuverability. That means you will have a smooth ride even in choppy water. Steady and sturdy: Stable enough to dive from, Hydrobikes can also handle rough water conditions, including five foot ocean swells (not that you'll have to worry about that in our coves!). Propeller-driven for the fastest performance!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2010 Peak Season - May-Sep .. $2300/week (includes tax!!)
2009-2010 Off-Peak Season ........ $1600/week (includes tax!!)
YES Prices include all taxes.
Weekend Rates are available, please inquire
Cleaning Fee is additional: $150
Rates incl. linens, starter supplies, use of kayak, pedal boat and hydrobike
Refundable Security Deposit: $500
Major holidays may have a 10% surcharge.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Hartwell
We decided to leave the hot sun and sand of beach vacations behind us. We love the peace and traquility found at the lake, the water clarity at Hartwell is amazing. We love our location, near the "big water" and the marina, for convenience. Hart County is beautiful - pastoral, with fields of sunflowers and grazing cows in the pastures. The warm country breezes and the clear sparkling waters of the lake have a way of taking the stress level down to zero.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our location can't be beat. Close to town for shopping, close to the marina for gas, close to the big water of the dam for that "wow" factor. We also are not new to renting. Although this house is new, our other lake property has been renting since 2005 and we know what folks want and need when they are vacationing. We make it very easy to drive up, unpack and have everything you need at your fingertips to maximize your lake vacation. Providing the canoe, hydrobike and pedal boats allow even those not bringing a boat the ability to get out and explore the coves. Gordon's Marine is closeby and makes adding a pontoon rental to your stay very easy. The upscale neighborhood is a pleasure to stroll through on an evening walk. The entire experience at Big Kahuna's is one of spoiled luxury and indulgence -- and really, don't we all need that when we are vacationing!
Owner's Map of Hartwell
That's our daughter, catching some air out on the Lake, which has become our favorite spot in the world! We have created so many wonderful family memories here, and we know you will too!
Property Photos
- Covered Double Slip Dock - level walk to this huge deep water dock! - Vacation House on Hartwell Lake with a Gas Fireplace, a Double Slip Dock and Swim Platform!
- Living Room Upstairs - Vacation House on Hartwell Lake with a Gas Fireplace, a Double Slip Dock and Swim Platform!
- Welcome to the Lake! - Vacation House on Hartwell Lake with a Gas Fireplace, a Double Slip Dock and Swim Platform!
- Gourmet Kitchen - Seating for 11 inside and six more on the covered deck!
- Luxurious Master Suite
- Guest Bedroom #1 with en suite bathroom
- Family Room Downstairs with 46" 1080P TV and Blue Ray DVD
- Surfer Themed Bunkroom Sleeps 6!!!
- Guest Bedroom #2 - enjoy lakeside views
- 1 of 2 twin beds in our "Twins" bedroom
- Game Room (Foosball not pictured)
- Covered porch has seating for eight!
- Hydrobike Included in your rental!
- Tandem Kayak and Pedal Boat (not pictured) included in your rental!
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