Hartwell Heaven & the Surf Shack - Cottage and Carriage House Hartwell, Georgia Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 43885

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Location: Hartwell, Hartwell Lake, Northeast Mountains, Georgia, USA (90 miles from Atlanta, Ga. 25 miles from Anderson, SC .)

Accommodations:  House + Carriage House, 4 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-15)

Aloha and welcome to Hartwell Heaven and the Surf Shack! FALL SPECIALS! CONTACT US FOR DETAILS! This house is the most charming, cottage-style, lake home on Lake Hartwell! Comes with a detached carriage house (our super groovy Hawaiian-themed Surf Shack, complete with TIKI BAR, air hockey and foosball). Truly unique!! Perfect for family vacations and celebrations. A covered dock with a 26 ft. slip rests just outside the back door - perfect spot for your boat, or we can help you arrange a pontoon delivery from a nearby marine center - right to our dock! Less than 10 minutes by boat to Hartwell Marina for refueling.

NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR SUMMER 2010 - book now and get 2009 rates!

Four-person pedal boat and three person Grumman canoe included in your rental! High-Speed Internet connection, 6Mbps (connect three ways: wireless G, USB and ethernet (network interface card)). Bring your laptop and check your e-mails after your ski run. Two exterior decks on either side of the house, and a large screened-in porch overlook the lake - a great way to begin or end the day. Both decks have seating areas, one has a propane grill.

Our quiet, emerald-colored, no-wake cove is perfect for protected swimming and for the avid fisherman. The adjacent cove is large enough for water sports - and stays smooth (the little ones can learn to ski and tube here) when the rest of the lake is choppy! Stone/timber walkway to the dock, new bumpers on the dock, light pole and water supply at dock. Beachy fire pit area with split log seating. Tree swing (make your kids push you!).

MAIN HOUSE - 3BR/2.5BA. Bookshelves in the foyer are stocked with games, puzzles, books, magazines, etc. Spacious master features king bed, walk-in closet, cable TV/DVD, private tiled bathroom with tub/shower) and Company Store bedding.

Two additional bedrooms have connecting full bath (with large shared closet area) and feature queen beds (with designer bedding and hypoallergenic mattress toppers) - both open onto the screened porch with exceptional lake views. Kitchen features ample cabinet space, plenty of tableware, flatware, blender, and microwave.

Family room (lake view) features woodburning "Buck" stove, sleeper sofa and two recliners; sunroom (lake view) features two sofas (one is a sleeper sofa), and two lazy boy recliners -- everyone will have a place to curl up and relax, plus TV with cable, DVD/MP3 player!

Half bath adjacent to the kitchen area. Huge laundry area. The cottage is complete with everything a family needs, and more. Dock is about 50 paces (very gradual grade) from the deck (very close corp line!). Excellent swimming off the dock -- expanded side area with colorful adirondack styled chairs -- plenty of space to bring a cooler down and set up for the day. Very little boat traffic, so the kids stay safe while swimming and you won't get sea sick from the dock moving all day!

THE SURF SHACK - Our Hawaiian-themed detached carriage house sleeps 5 people in beds (3 singles and a full futon). Approx. 700 square feet of heated/air conditioned living space. The surf shack has two levels -- main level has living area with a surfboard-themed futon, a kitchenette featuring an over the top "tiki" bar, sink, mini fridge, microwave/toaster oven; game area has air hockey, foosball, wall mount tv/dvd, loads of cool retro hawaiian touches like vintage posters, mid-century bamboo furniture, carved tikis, surf boards, all of which will have you feeling like you are on the Big Island!!

Upstairs is a Hawaiian themed full tiled bath (lake views) and a very fun sleeping area with three twin beds done in comfy PB Wahine bedding, complete with grass bedskirts. Sleeping area has another TV/DVD, this one with a gaming system. A second story deck off the back of the Surf Shack completes the picture -- perfect to walk out and enjoy the view as you plan your day of fun at the lake (check our the REAL surfboard mounted on the side of the Shack)!

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: House and Shack have separate A/C units. Three hot water heaters (two in main house, one in Shack).
  • Washer
  • Dryer (2) : we put another dryer in the room under the house - perfect for throwing damp towels, suits from the lake!
  • Linens Provided: Designer Bedding -- Company Store, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren and Pottery Barn. Plenty of plush colorful towels.
  • Off Street Parking
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Our driveway is very long and has a bump-out parking feature.
  • Wood Stove: Plenty of cut firewood too!
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed (3)
  • Convertible Bed (3) : two sleeper sofas in main house; futon in Surf Shack
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV (4)
  • DVD (4)
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • Video Game Console
  • Video Games
  • CD Player
  • Foosball
  • Air Hockey
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: set up for large groups -- we have plenty of everything
  • Refrigerator (3) : Full-sized fridge in kitchen, additional full-sized fridge in basement room (great for keeping drinks cold and for extra space when you are entertaining a group); mini-fridge in the Surf Shack bar.
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave (2) : One is in the Shack's tiki bar
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Propane grill.
  • Deck/Patio (3) : two decks on either side of the house; one deck on the second floor of the Surf Shack; plus a screened-in-porch with lots of seating and ceiling fans! Another patio in front of house with built-in bench seats and a hammock!
• View/Location
  • Lakefront: One house from point, water is visible on on both sides. There is a wonderful view of the water from almost every room. It's pretty! Wonderful Dock. Very close to big water and the dam. Also close to Hartwell for shopping -- the best of both worlds. Truly a A+ location on the lake.
  • Ski-In: Drop your skis, or jump from the tube to swim into our cove from the bigger cove right next to it -- great excercise.
  • Ski-Out: Kids can start their ski or tube run in the larger cove adjacent to our "no wake" cove -- within viewing distance of grandma and grandpa on the dock!
• Communications
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your laptop and check e-mails after your ski run!
• Other Amenities
  • Our detached carriage house THE SURF SHACK is a unique spot. Young and young at heart will adore it and find plenty to do when not on the lake. Decorated in vintage Hawaiian style, with board games, leis, hawaiian shirts (all sizes) and skirts (have your own family luau!). Air hockey and foosball table provide loads of fun. Authentic tiki bar (with complete barware for mixing up the perfect island drink!) Hawaiian-themed transfer tatoos for the kids! Classic Grumman 17 ft. canoe and four person pedal boat included in your rental - great exercise! Basketball and Goal provided, stainless steel fire pit, tree swing, hammock, life jackets, flotation devices, floats, fishing rods, hair dryer provided, No Pets Please, Bedding, 1 King, 2 Queens, two Sleeper Sofas (main house), three twins and a full futon (Surf Shack), sleeping mats for overflow; new fish cleaning station (with water supply) at the dock
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: Your kids will find so much fun and distraction in the Surf Shack that they will NEVER utter the dreaded "I'm bored" while on vacation. Mom and dad will have peace and quiet (even on a rainy afternoon) because the kids will have so much to do and a place of their own. Kids love to dress up in the Hawaiian shirts, leis, hula skirts and beachcomber hats we leave out for them. Great memories are made here!
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Must be 25 to rent.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: Absolutely NO SMOKING on the premises, including screened porch.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Great "themed" venue for special birthdays or anniversaries!! Have your own family luau! Antiques, Canoeing, Waterfalls, White Water Rafting, Flea Markets

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2010 - $950 - $1850/wk 7 nts - Shorter Terms available - Inquire
Rates Include Taxes!  Cleaning $150 additional
Weekends and Daily Rates - Please inquire - Based on Avail.
$250 Security Deposit required (fully refunded if no damage).
Snowbirds - Inquire for Special Off-Peak Pricing on Longer Stays
Holiday rentals subject to rate increase, please inquire.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 08/02/09
  Positive Rating
  Stu & Cathy Green , Snellville, GA
  • Our whole family had a great time here! Our 3 granddaughters were wild about the surf shack and all of the adults were so pleased with the accommodations, cute decor and comfort.We cooked every night in the great kitchen, fished, swam and sunned on the dock. A great place to stay with lots of different areas to relax outside!
• 07/22/09
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  Stephanie , Dallas, GA
  • We spent a week here and loved every minute of it. The house was wonderful and the kids all enjoyed the Surf Shack! The beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of pillows, blankets and towels. We rented a pontoon for the whole week and the kids all learned to ski. The dock and cove were great for swimming! We will definately be back soon!
• 07/13/09
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  Stephanie , Dallas, GA
  • We stayed at Hartwell Heaven this past week and we had a wonderful time! The house is very well stocked with every thing we needed. We cooked almost every night and the kitchen was well equipped. We rented a boat from Gordons and the kids all learned to ski! We would recomend this house to anyone looking for some fun and relaxation. The dock was awesome!
• 07/01/09
  Positive Rating
  , Tampa, FL
  • My family of four and two grandparents just spent a wonderful week vacation at Hartwell Heaven and Surf Shack! Everything was provided and it was such a comfortable house. Lots of places to lounge around. The lake was great, renting a boat was a great option but not needed since a canoe and paddle boat were included. We all had a great time and hope to return in the future!
• 06/12/08
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  , Simpsonville, SC
  • We spent 3 days at this lake house and loved every minute of it. The house is VERY nice and well maintained. It is also very well stocked - every kitchen gadget you need, lots of "water toys", games to play with, movies to watch, linens, and much more. We had 4 adults and 9 children and had plenty of extra room. The cove was the perfect place for the kids to ride on the paddle boats, canoe, and other water toys while waiting for their turn on the jet skis we brought. Jet skis were loads of fun as there is a calm cove next door that was perfect for the kids to learn wakeboarding and to enjoy tubing, then a great slalom course close by, and Hartwell Marina was only a few minutes away (They only charge $5). We could not have had a more perfect 3 day vacation - and the owners of this lake house are very thorough and made every effort to ensure that we enjoyed ourselves. Thank you - we plan to return (and hopefully for a longer stay next time)!!
• 04/27/08
  Positive Rating
  Glenda Pruitt , Rossville, GA 30741
  • Our family had the most wonderful 4 day weekend!! It was the best and so well needed... This home is by far the most warmest for family gatherings!!! It is BEAUTIFUL!!! Lisa, thank you again for sharing your home...this past weekend will be very memorable for our family. We look forward to our stay at your home again!!! :)
• 04/16/08
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  Susan , Hartwell, GA
  • I had a large gathering of friends from Chicago come down for a visit and they enjoyed this comfortable home. The home has a lot of natural light and very comfortable for a few or many friends. The screened porch is a great place to spend an evening.
• 04/07/08
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  Rhonda Cornell ,
  • This home is truly a home away from home. It is beautifully decorated, very clean, and a very relaxing getaway. All the amenities are wonderful! The view of the lake from the sunroom is gorgeous and the home is very spacious. We would definitely go back.
• 03/03/08
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  Laurie , Alpharetta, GA
  • WOW! What a fantastic vacation home! We went in early March for one our first "spring" weekends. The weather was warm and sunny during the day and colder at night -- which alloed us to sun ourselves on the dock and then roast marshmallows at night! The home is decorated perfectly - you will feel like you are in a boutique hotel, but one where you can still put your feet up! The furnishings are comfy and very cute. The floorplan is perfect for kids and families - we loved it and can't wait to go back!
• 09/16/07
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  Bonnie , Alpharetta
  • We truly had a wonderful stay at Hartwell Heaven. I can be a fairly discerning customer (read: picky) and I was really impressed with everything. The owners really think of everything to make your stay comfortable. The beds are super cozy, the kitchen is VERY well equipped (the best I've seen for a rental)and the "extra" amenities are endless -- canoe, fire pit, gas grill, you name it & they have thought of it. And of course, the kids really loved the Surf Shack. It made them feel like there was something there just for them! In addition, the owners are very organized and friendly and make everything very easy. All in all we would highly recommend Hartwell Heaven.

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