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Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat

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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A two-story building with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a flagpole.
A bedroom with a large bed, two framed pictures on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a rug.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a sign that reads "let's eat".
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Richard B. Russell State Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Elberton, GA
  • Place, Richard B. Russell State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Richard B. Russell Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Hartwell
    ‪27 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat

The perfect, private lake retreat, less than 1 mile from Richard B. Russell State Park, public beach, boat ramps, golf course and more! Only 8 miles from the charming town of Elberton, GA. Come stay, play and retreat from the every day hustle. Cozy living space, plenty of room to enjoy nature and only a short walk to the lakeshore. Great for couples, families or even a weekend away with friends!

Living space is on the 2nd story, accessed by an interior set of stairs.

Georgia Coldwater Retreat is cozy, clean and quiet. Hardwoods throughout, plantation shutters, granite countertops and new furnishings for your stay. We have a sprawling 3-car garage with a ping-pong table and will be adding more entertainment options soon!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets Allowed: There are no pets allowed on the property or in the home at anytime. Parking: Parking in the garage is not permitted.
Exterior Doors: So that the house can heat and cool please keep the doors to the garage and exterior doors closed.
By renting through VRBO, you are electronically accepting the house rental agreement and liability release provided with your booking request.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2715493vb
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
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

About the area

Elberton

Located in Elberton, this holiday home is on a lake. Elberton War Memorial Park and Hartwell Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cateechee Golf Club and The Diamond Hill Mine. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Elberton, GA

What's nearby

  • Richard B. Russell State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Richard B. Russell Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Hartwell - 27 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Anderson University - 46 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Lake Hartwell State Park - 52 min drive - 62.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪S and S Party Shop - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪cafe nate - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage - Lake Front - GA Coldwater Retreat located?

This family-friendly Elberton holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Richard B. Russell State Park and Richard B. Russell Lake. Elberton War Memorial Park and Town Square are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake was beautiful and the house had everything we needed. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Did not live the stairs, but all in all great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was well equipped, parking was great, we like being off the road, we didn't feel like we had to take fishing equipment in. We had a dining table light go out, texting with the host he got it straightened out.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little house for a getaway!

Great house
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway spot

We loved our stay here. It is such a comfortable cottage. We stayed here because our daughter was playing in a golf tournament at Lake Russell State Park and this could not have been more convenient. It was a wonderful home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2023
Thank you for booking your stay with us! We are glad you got to enjoy the home and your daughters tournament! We’d love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space! Lovely quiet location, great owners with quick response. I love this home. Highly recommend! Very clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2025
Hey Tim! We were so thankful that we got to host you and your family again. We’d love to have y’all stay again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Excellent experience! We had a great check in proccess, the cabin was perfect for a weekend getaway, and the scenery was beautiful! Highly reccomend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2022
Thank you for booking your stay with us! You are a wonderful guest and we would be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice cabin!

Very clean, comfortable house! Love the garage full of activities!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect quiet getaway

We loved this place and the location convenience of it, few miles from a super cute winery. Minutes from the state park, and walking distance to the beautiful lake! We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2023
Thank you for booking your stay with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your trip!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Richard B Russell

The house was beautiful. The fishing was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar, 2023
Thank you so much for your stay! We would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Days

Great Location! Cozy place to relax and enjoy the lake. Host is very pleasant to deal with! This is our 2nd time to stay here and hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2024
Hey Stephanie! We are very thankful that you chose to stay again. We're glad you and your family had a great time at the lake. Looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little property on the river.

Fun quick weekend playing disc golf in nearby richard b russell park, house was perfect. If they ever put a dock on the property it will be amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to kayak

Enjoyed being a short walk to the water and using the kayaks, playing ping pong, roasting marshmallows over a fire, and resting easy on the comfy beds. Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Hey Jessica! We are so thankful that you and your family had a fun and peaceful stay. Thank you for taking such good care of our place. We would love to have you all back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed it

Very quiet location. Lots to do. Very helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

The check in was smooth as butter and the house is super cute. The kids had a wonderful time and watching Bambi and his family graze in the mornings was a plus! The owners were easy to talk to and everything was just what we needed. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2023
Thank you for booking your stay with us. We are so happy to hear that you loved the house! We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Russell

Enjoyed this beautiful property, backs up to Lake Russell. Plenty of space to park boat just mins away from state park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2022
Thank you for booking with us and being a wonderful guest. We would love to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing with an old friend

Very clean, plenty of kitchen utensils, quiet, plenty of room to turn the boat in the driveway.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Lake Russell

Very nice, kitchen well stocked, good parking for tow vehicle and boat. Clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Elberton

The property was exceptional! Very convenient to Richard B Russel state park. All needs were met.
Stayed 39 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov, 2023
Hey Heather! We were so glad to have you all. Thanks for taking great care of our place. We would love to have you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Time

This home was spotless! Very Nice ,furnished well and good location for what we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent there. Highly recommended! Stephanie Willcox
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you all had a great time! You were wonderful guests and we’d welcome you back anytime! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Old friends fishing on Lake Russell

Plenty of room to park our boat. The living area was great, clean, nice refrigerator, the kitchen was supplied very well. Plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr, 2023
Thanks Dennis! We were so thankful to have y’all. Looking forward to having you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

Nice small garage lake home. Like a home away from home it has everything we needed for a few days of fishing. Comfortable couch and beds after all day on the lake. Our second time using the home...... We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

We own property across the road that does not have enough space for our modest family of 16 so we rented this for our children and grandchilden. It was way better than expected! Beautiful place! Thank you! Very clean and modern!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House right next to the state park

Perfect location for spending time in Richard Russell state park. Make sure to check the Nest thermostat and make sure the schedule isn’t set to heat every 3 hours!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2023
Thanks for staying with us Conner. We would love to have you back anytime!

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