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Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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9 bathroomsSleeps 159200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Gainesville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet

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Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort

Bellissimo Castle is one of the few homes on Lake Lanier that provides you with 2 Luxury Tri-toon boats, Custom Ordered Wake Boat, 2 Sea-Doo jet skis, Paddle boat, Kayaks and Paddleboards at your own private dock ( additional rental fees apply ) property also provides the entire family with outdoor and indoor entertainment unlike any other home on the lake. Pickleball court, sand volleyball, ping pong, pool table, 12’ chess, bocce court, sauna, pool, karaoke, Golden Tee, 8 person hot tub

This unique home has 3 levels of living space....8 bed rooms,,,the top floor of the home has the largest master bedroom with a king bed and on-suite bath, fireplace, lake view, gym area, desk area and stone stairway up to the star-gazing roof top bar complete with fire-pit table , bar area and refrigerator. The main level of the home has a spacious family room with fire place, open dining area and kitchen with fireplace ( dining for 22 people) bedroom with king bed and on-suite bath and elevator to lower level. Walk out to covered patio and deck area with fire place and fire pit table and beautiful lake view. The lower terrace level provides a game room with karaoke system, card table, chess table, Golden Tee video game, bar area with refrigerator and fireplace and 6 more bedrooms...4 king beds, 1 queen bed and 6 bunk beds. Two of the bedrooms have walk-out doors to the pool area and one of the bedrooms has a fireplace. We provide you with a Side-By-Side ATV to carry coolers, food or guests to the dock area or to the outdoor recreational area located on the property which has sand volleyball, pickle ball court, outdoor chess set, foosball, pool table , basketball and cornhole. The area has several great activities...however, you have so many activities on the property, there is no need to leave ! Do your kids love camping ? We have 2 (4) person tents and 6 sleeping bags for them use if they want to break free from the adults.

The entire house ! 9200 sf ....lake front on 8 private acres !

You will be greeted at the home upon arrival by the host or the home owner and the homeowner will be available for any issues that may arrise.

Located on 8 acres, wooded , gated and lake front. Only one neighbor adjacent to the property but private distance

ATV / Plenty of parking on the property, circular driveway in front of the home can accommodate 10-15 cars, additional parking in driveway adjacent to the house can accommodate 15 + cars

Please cover your pet deposit, the deposit is per pet and you will be charged if you show up with more pets than posted on the reservation. The home has security cameras at the front gate, the front door and pool area of the home for insurance purposes. If you have an issue with the pool camera, please let us know.
Security cameras are located at the front entrance of the home and at the boat dock for your safety . Pool has a security camera for insurance purposes but may be turned off if so requested. Front entrance of the property has ponds and waterfalls , children should not be allowed to walk on the rocks or in the ponds or waterfalls. Home is equipped with an elevator and sauna and should not be used without reviewing instructions ...children are not allowed to use without adult supervision. A pet deposit of $300 PER pet is required at booking. Please be honest ! If you show up with additional pets you will be required to pay the additional deposits. Guests will be greeted by David or Nancy upon arrival. This home is not your typical short term rental home, several unique systems and additions require instruction to ensure a comfortable stay for our guests. Early check-in is not allowed unless required within 24 hours before the arrival date. Our cleaning service arrives at 10 am on check out day.

PRIMARY RENTER MUST BE 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT THIS PROPERTY
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security cameras are located at the front entrance of the home and at the boat dock for your safety .
This home requires daily yard maintenance, work on the yard, pool, hot tub areas may be necessary on a daily basis but will not interfere with guests
Wedding ceremonies are not allowed on this property....the county will not permit for a wedding venue

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 39
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Don Carter State Park, while Smithgall Arts Center and Gainesville Theatre Alliance are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Road Atlanta - 39 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 42 min drive - 58.1 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 48 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 53 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Longstreet Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort located?

This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lanier, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Don Carter State Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club. Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David and his team make sure you have everything you need. Supplies are well stocked. A very comfortable home that’s perfect for large family gatherings. Everyone had a blast and we are looking forward to coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Hosts were great. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had our family reunion there and it was awesome. We all enjoyed ourselves and there was plenty of things to do for everyone. Amazing experience and would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bellissimo Castle was a fun weekend retreat for our team outing. The house had many gathering spaces, inside and out, that made our time together enjoyable. The large kitchen with multiple refrigerators and double dishwashers made food & beverage prep & cleanup easy for our large group. Lake Lanier was calm and perfect for boating. Owner was very responsive and friendly. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house & grounds are amazing. We (16 4) enjoyed our annual family reunion here (during Thanksgiving week).We all loved the accommodations & made use of the pickleball court & sauna. It was great having two refrigerators & dishwashers (for our large group) & being able to all sit together for our dinners. Golfers all enjoyed the two nearby golf courses. Mandy & Dave were great with communication. The pool & grill area looked fabulous, though it was too chilly for us to use--definitely perfect for summer use. We've stayed at 22 places for our reunions & this is one of the top choices. This house had everything supplied (which was greatly appreciated). Highly recommend for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique property! Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms (all our guests did not have to share a bathroom- which is hard to find). Kitchen and outdoor grills (several) worked great. Lots of kitchen, pantry space and 3 very large fridges for main food storage. Check in was easy. Also to have lakefront with a beach and flatter topography was much appreciated.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Great property and host

Exceptionally spacious and comfortable. Host puts a lot of emphasis on features and guest satisfaction. Great kitchen and dining - perfect for our large group. Equipment, games .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anshe J.

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

Best Thanksgiving ever

Had the best Thanksgiving ever with my family! We will definitely be coming back this summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Property

Great place to hang out with friends and family. Something for for everyone to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Like a private resort.

Everything was great 👍. Dave was a great host! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joey F.

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

Masters Magic at the Castle

We had an absolutely phenomenal stay at the Castle. Sam, the property manager, was flexible about initial check-in and was attentive and helpful. The property is gorgeous and there was so much to do. This is the perfect option for families and adult weekends alike. Couldn’t be happier with the process, honestly the online pictures don’t do it justice. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley D.

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

Great holiday weekend

Went we a large group of friends with our kids, had an awesome time!!! House was great, dock was awesome, I highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Did need just a little work. Our bedroom ceiling in the bathroom must have had a leak. Didn’t leak anymore but ceiling hadn’t been repaired. One of the dishwashers needed a repair of the soap dispenser. David was a great host helping us use the boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna e.

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

family get away

the property is just beautiful, the home has everything needed for a wonderful week's stay. our family was young adults and older and were able to keep busy all week long. Great space for everyone. truly a great trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

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

Great stay

This is a really cool property and a fun place to celebrate my 13 year olds birthday with friends. The on property boat and jet ski rentals made it very easy. David was available with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Most amazing Family vacation

This was the first time both mine and my husbands family vacationed together and we all enjoyed the entire experience. Any issues we had Dave and Nancy were fast to help! Thank you for letting us stay in the castle!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

georgia trip

excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene H.

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

Lake Lanier Vacation

We had an amazing time at the Bellissimo Castle! Our extended family of 14 came for a week and loved the space in the house as well as the incredible property. Boat, pool, hot tub, floats, etc. Our 5 kids were busy all week and the adults had a great time either on the boat, porch or just hanging out inside playing games. Dave the owner was super responsive and was quick to take action on anything we needed. We would definitely return and are already checking out his other property. I highly recommend this place for any large group that wants some outdoor fun with a very unique house to call home for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

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

Family Gathering

My family (14 of us - mixed ages) had a great time during our recent stay! The house and property has a ton of activities and things to do - we were not short of options. This part of Lake Lanier was quiet too, which was nice. The owner and property manager were friendly and responsive during our stay. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Artie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Castle

The lake met our expectations. The castle needs some updates and a deep cleaning
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

First Class Fun!

From the moment we arrived, we knew we’d found the perfect spot to celebrate our company’s 20th anniversary! Tons of room, so much to do, something for everyone! The owner, Dave Norris, spared no expense and attended to every and any need anyone could possibly ever have! First class all the way!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Great stay on a wonderful property!

This was our 10th year doing a reunion trip, and we went big for the occasion -- Castle Bellissimo was a blast!-- ample sleeping arrangements to accommodate 15 adults very comfortably-- 100" TV in the main room with 12-seater wraparound couch ( with all seats reclining ) -- great outdoor kitchen area, next to a huge hot tub and an infrared sauna-- outdoor gaming area ... we played pickleball for hours-- rooftop bar was a hit-- fully loaded boat dock ... we took the pontoon boat out for a cruise on a beautiful Saturday afternoonThere's so much to do on property and we certainly didn't get to all of it in our four-day / three-night stay. Guess we'll have to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Terrific Lake Vacation

We rented this house for a family vacation. Mix of adults, teenagers, and one toddler. We loved it! House is huge and had everything we needed. David was an attentive host and went above and beyond. We rented the jet skis and they were awesome. We took out the tritoon for one day and it was a highlight of the trip. The easy access to the lake made it one of the best lake vacations we have had. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burt H.

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

Awesome place

Our family had an amazing vacation at Bellissimo Castle. We loved our outings on the boat watching our grandchildren tube and swim in the water. The kitchen was awesome and fully stocked with two ovens and two dishwashers. Location was great and near to a grocery store. So many fun things for everyone to play on in the water. Loved watching the deer with our morning coffee! We did not want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thankful for lots of space in the house and outside with the pool, beach, renting the boat, the gardens, getting to use a golf cart, and the hot tub. There were disappointments with the house. It feels like it is not being kept up with the floors, dirty windows, convection oven not working correctly, pool heater not working, projects on site. Host David was responsive and accessible to variety of issues of rain leak, filling up boat with gas, locked room with no keys, trampoline deflated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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