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Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining!

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Enjoy Holly Hideaway's upper deck views from sun up to sun down!
Upper deck added to Holly Hideaway's dock just in time for the summer season!
Newly added outdoor deck with BBQ grill & dining for 8 people!
Lake Lanier Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 3 Stories
Parking | Garage (1 vehicle) | Driveway (2 vehicles)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 64800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dawsonville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chestatee Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Office 1

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bedroom En-Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining!

Look forward to exploring Lake Lanier on kayak, lounging on the 2-story boat dock 120 steps away, and relaxing on the screened-in porch, all at this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental house with additional sleeping space to comfortably sleep 8! You've found your home away from home at this spacious retreat!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Family-Friendly Cove | 4,800 Sq Ft | Paddleboards + Kayak | Fire Pit

Get away to Lake Lanier for some family bonding and relaxation in nature when you book this spacious home, the ideal spot for your next escape from city life.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin XL Beds | Bedroom 4: King Bed | Bonus Room: 2 Twin XL Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: *Newly added deck for grilling & dining for 8 people, private dock, 2 paddleboards, kayak, Adirondack chairs, covered patio, screened-in porch, patio furniture & outdoor dining area, gas grill, direct lake access, private yard, family-friendly cove (for swimming)

INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs w/ cable, 2 gas fireplaces, ceiling fans, 2 dining tables (each seat 8), desk workspace, books, games, ping pong table, high chair & walkers/bouncy seats for babies and toddlers provided

KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, drip coffee maker (requires flat-bottom filters), toaster, blender, Crock-Pot, ice maker, dishware/flatware, a tea kettle, plenty of pots, pans, baking sheets, bakeware

GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning, linens, towels, complimentary toiletries starter set, hair dryer, keyless entry, washer/dryer

FAQ: Outdoor steps required for access, Ring doorbell (front door and backyard), community golf course access (w/ fee, paid on-site), interior motion detector (part of security system, no cameras or noise detection), firewood not provided, quiet hours (10:00 PM - 8:00 AM)

PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE DAYS: Lake Lanier (on-site), Toto Creek Park and boat ramp (1.9 miles), Lumpkin County Park (3.7 miles), Athens Boat Club (9.6 miles), Big Canoe Marina (25.1 miles), Petit Cove (25.1 miles)

GET OUTSIDE: Chestatee Golf Club (walking distance), Consolidated Gold Mine (12.2 miles), Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville (17.2 miles), Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area (21.1 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (22.6 miles), Burnt Mountain Preserve (30.2 miles), Eagle's Rest (31.0 miles)

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS: Poole's Mill Bridge Park (20.8 miles), Gibbs Gardens (25.1 miles), Feathers Edge Vineyards (31.5 miles), Chattahoochee National Forest (33.8 miles), Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery (35.7 miles), Sharp Mountain Vineyards (39.1 miles)

AIRPORT: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (64.7 miles)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the neighborhood

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Georgia Racing Hall of Fame and Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chestatee Golf Club and Regal Dawson. Consider Tumlin House & Vineyard for a night out or Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park if you're traveling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.
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Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chestatee Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 48 min drive - 64.5 km
  • Chateau Elan Winery - 50 min drive - 57.1 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 54 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger and Shake - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining!?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining! on Jul 26, 2026 start from $389, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront family home w/ private 2-story dock & NEW outdoor deck for dining! located?

This family-friendly Dawsonville vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Chestatee Golf Club and Lake Lanier. North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Regal Dawson are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked, had everything you need
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Collins, is so nice and very responsive. The house is located in a great neighborhood and is very clean and spacious. There were 6 adults and we had plenty of room and it felt like home. It was decorated for Christmas which we loved. It’s stocked with all the dishes and pots and pans that you’ll need. The back covered porch is nice to sit out and look at the lake and watch the deer. I definitely would book this house again and I recommend it.
The ladies at Holly’s Hideaway
Putting together a puzzle
Cooking in the kitchen
Carriage ride in Dalonega
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!!! Quick response from owners on anything we needed.Beautiful community with awesome golf course!!Would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exceptional! Plenty of comfortable bedrooms and living spaces. We loved the kitchen, cooking 2 meals a day for a week, we had everything we needed in the fully stocked. The house also had a dishwasher and washer dryer for Guest convenience. The deck had plenty of seating and deer were spotted daily! Perfect experience from start to finish!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host w great communication, beautiful home had everything advertised and we had a family Thanksgiving with everything we needed, great football watching space, nice neighborhood, comfortable beds. Cold weather prevented us from partaking of the lake and multitude of toys! However the view was lovely. Thank you for making our family event a memorable one.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William Y.

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

Great time and place.

Our family had a great time. It is a very nice place and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAY A.

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

Wonderful visit

The property was beautiful, from the little furry critters, to the deer herd that crossed the property every evening. Neighbors were friendly and the house was perfect and gave us all enough space to relax at our own pace
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Family Weekend Away

Beautiful and clean home, very comfortable and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Beautiful, relaxing home

The property was just as listed. Beautiful furnishings, comfortable beds, excellent quality linens and fully equipped kitchen. We enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch. The host was very helpful and good communications. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great week with family

The house was wonderful and the owners were amazing with quick communication
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Y.

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

Relaxation Station

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was lovely and the lake was refreshing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Relaxing family vacation

Very comfortable with plenty of room for the six of us. Could comfortably accommodate two additional adults
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALTONIO J.

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

Great getaway.

The property was stunning and very spacious. My family loved everything about it. We only wish we had more time to relax there. The host was great and very helpful. The checkout process was straight to the point, clear and simple. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyzz M.

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

Quiet Lake Lanier Family Spot

Collins and her family have an amazing house on the north side of Lake Lanier. The house is comfortable, well equipped, and very clean. The location to stores and restaurants is convenient. Close to Cleveland, Dahlonega, and Helen for many adventures. Highly recommend! Collins is one of the best most informative hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Best Stay Ever!!

The host was absolutely great! Communicated so much from start to finish, this was very helpful. Had all the info for everything around the area and more! The house was beautiful and so clean, had tons of games, floats, paddle boards, and more for our kids! I would stay there again and reccomend for anyone else that has a family!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

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

Great house in a beautiful neighborhood

We are six friends from high school and this was our annual "girls' trip." We loved the house because it was perfect for our group with plenty of beds and bathrooms. We liked that the house was on the lake and the views were very nice. The neighborhood was fun to walk through and we were just a short drive from area shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Fully Equipped

This is a beautiful, clean, fully equipped house. They had everything we could possibly need in the kitchen, and more! Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

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

Family Thanksgiving Trip

We had a great time the house is beautiful and in a very quite neighborhood we saw deer every day. It’s very close to all the stores and activities. I did alot of cooking and the kitchen is well stocked with appliances and pots and pans. The views were Awesome and we had fun playing ping pong and roasting marshmallows everything was perfect 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Highly recommend! Fantastic host!

Amazing house in a beautiful neighborhood. I loved the screened in porch for coffee in the mornings and evening hangout. We saw lots of deer, babies, mommas and bucks. Ping pong games were fierce to let off some energy! The dock was a fun place to spend the day, paddle boards, kayak and floats.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Worth It!

The house was perfect. It had everything we needed to have Thanksgiving. There was plenty of hot water for 8, the beds were comfortable and plenty of places to relax with a cup of coffee and watch the wildlife or a read a great book. There is plenty to do inside and around the home. We stayed a week. We rented a boat for a day, played golf at the local golf course which was really nice, did a winery tour in Dahlonega and played tennis/pickleball. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

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

Family Trip for a Wedding

A group of us stayed at this incredible house (8 adults total) for a family wedding and the house surpassed expectations. The house was laid out really well, the house was fully stocked with everything needed to have a great trip, and the house was located in a beautiful vacation. Unfortunately, it rained our entire trip but any pockets of sunshine and we went for runs around the neighborhood, paddleboarded on the lake, or just hung out in the super comfortable house (full decorated for Christmas, which was lovely!). Couldn't say enough nice things about the stay and for Collins, who was quick to respond and help us make the most of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn m.

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

Well appointed Lake House with quiet North end dock

We had a wonderful family retreat at the Holly Hideaway. The house has everything you would need to enjoy the lake even if you do not have a boat. We love the quieter north end of Lanier and were able to enjoy wake boarding, tubing and paddle boarding safely with our 6 year old twin grand kids. The adult kids were also very pleased with the amenities. If you love golf this would also be a great place to stay. I was not sure what to expect and overpacked. Just add your suitcases and groceries and you are all set. We will recommend this property to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Family Gathering

Opportunity to get the family together, which had not happened for a while. We gathered firewood in the woods, made a fire, had smores and a lot of fun! Enjoyed great dinner in one night (Dump & Bake recipe) and had a riot with Connect-4 game with the 7 yr old ending the night as the champion. Went to Suwanee to watch the kids soccer games and enjoyed an evening dinner at Montaluce Vineyard. Did some retail therapy at the outlet mall followed by Kani's Hibachi dinner. Enjoyed the screened in porch and all home spaces. In all, great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wende B.

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

Luxury @ Lake Lanier

Absolutely perfect property for our family lake vacation. From a great layout (kids in the basement) to very comfortable furnishings, the house and property met and exceeded all of our expectations. The homeowners were very helpful and their app for the property was awesome! The bedding and linens were exceptional (I even checked the sheets for the brand to buy for home) and the kitchen was well stocked with every appliance and accessory we needed. Really LOVED the two story dock and played with the kids for hours tossing a football around in the water. Rented a boat one day and got full use of the boat slip and lake… to include fishing and tubing. The location was perfect with Publix and Walmart only 10 minutes away. Beautiful neighborhood with peaceful evenings. Would definitely stay here again when returning to Lake Lanier!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is more like visiting a friend's home than a vacation rental. It was immaculately clean and well maintained, with kitchen appliances that look brand new (We loved the bright blue oven!) There were welcoming touches everywhere, from the salsa and chips, to the toiletries in the bathrooms, to the cozy throws for cool nights, to the supply of games on the lower level. We are a group of old friends who get together every year or two, and we loved that there are plenty of places to play games or just sit and reminisce. We particularly enjoyed the screened porch overlooking the lake which has a comfortable sitting area as well as a pub table for games or meals in the fresh air. We didn't take advantage of the lake, but there is a room with everything imaginable for kids to have fun playing off of the dock.The neighborhood is quiet and feels isolated, even though it is just behind a beautiful golf course and a few miles from a major shopping area. We enjoyed watching the young deer running through the back yard in the mornings.Collins is a very gracious host. She contacted me to talk about everything we needed to know, and was very responsive when I reached out with questions. We are already making plans to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Collins Foster

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I am a Georgia native who spends 97% of my time watching my daughter play softball, washing softball uniforms, planning softball team meals, and avoiding being asked to manage GameChanger stats at softball tournaments! The other 3% of the time I manage my private practice as a Licensed Master of Social Work and try to sneak away to the lake with my husband, daughter and Labradoodle as much as our schedule allows!

My family has been spending long weekends on Lake Lanier for the past 14 years! It started with renting a boat, then buying a boat, and then we lucked upon Holly Hideaway in the spring of 2021. Until we can make Holly Hideaway our full-time residence, we enjoy sharing our home with guests who have traveled as far as Texas and Oklahoma to spend time in North Georgia!

Why they chose this property

Holly Hideaway is a cozy, yet spacious, home located in the Country Place neighborhood tucked in the back of Chestatee (a separate community) located directly on GA 400, 5 miles north of the North Georgia Premium Outlets. Guests enjoy a quiet, family-friendly lake retreat with a private dock in a low-traffic cove.

What makes this property unique

Guests of Holly Hidaway have access to our private dock, kayak, paddle boards, game room with ping pong table, and several board games for non-stop entertainment! To ensure our guests are comfortable, we deliberately furnished three of the 4 bedrooms with king-size beds. The fourth bedroom and additional bonus room each have two (2) twin XL beds which makes sleeping arrangements easy! Because we are parents, we know how cumbersome traveling with allllll the baby equipment can be. Therefore, we have stocked Holly Hideaway with all the essentials including a Pack n' Play, highchair, walkers, stroller (for walks; not for car rides), and more!

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