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LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage!

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a window, and a welcome sign.
A covered porch with a table and chairs, a door, and a tree.
A cabin with a porch, steps leading to a door, surrounded by trees.
A room with three large windows offering a view of a forested area.
A living room with a beige sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden paddle on the wall above the TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lavonia, GA
  • Place, Tugaloo State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Hartwell State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage!

2021 full renovation to this charming cottage on Lake Hartwell. Enjoy the privacy of the woods and convenience of a covered boat slip. Property is located in Gumlog and is perfect for fishing, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. The neighborhood roads are privately maintained and a great place for walks and to enjoy nature. Tugaloo State Park is 2 miles away from the cottage and offers trails, swimming, and boat ramp. Boats are available to rent at nearby marina.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2414230vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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

Lavonia

Located in Lavonia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Harbor Light Marina and Chickasaw Point Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Tugaloo State Park. Lavonia Cultural Center and Gateway Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Lavonia, GA

What's nearby

  • Tugaloo State Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lavonia City Park - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lake Hartwell State Park - 13 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Lavonia Cultural Center - 13 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 25 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LAKEFRONT Retreat!
Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! on 26 Jan 2027 start from £397, 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 at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Hartwell and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tugaloo State Park and Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia. Lavonia Carnegie Library and Lavonia Water Works Lake are also within 9 miles (15 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. 57 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location , this is the second time we have stayed here and plan on coming again, other than the lake water so low we had a great time with family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very relaxing month at the lakeside cottage, the area was centrally located for great day trips around the rolling hills of N GA. The cottage had everything we needed and was well maintained, I would definitely go back again
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to access Tugaloo State Park for the triathlon this weekend, Fished from the dock and enjoyed a cup of coffee from the back deck. Lovely sunroom and lake views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay on Lake Hartwell! Owners were very accommodating and communication was great. Would highly recommend and will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and in a good quiet location. Check in was easy. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house, easy access to the lake boat dock Close to tugaloo state park boat ramp
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome stay !!! So cozy and cute and had everthing we needed, we will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is the PERFECT lake get away. They have a beautiful dock and boat slip. The walk from the house to the dock is not far at all! The home is nicely updated. The owners answered all my questions and were very quick to respond! We definitely plan to book here again! I would HIGHLY recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Everything about this place was perfect. The house is well stocked and super cute. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Great, clean house right on the water! everything we needed and comfortable for the 6 of us for weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday retreat

Clean, comfy, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House was perfect and had everything we needed and more. The location on the lake was great. And the owners allowed us to check in early which really helped us make the most of the weekend! We definitely will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Extremely clean, great location. Quiet, relaxing time at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful

Great house on the lake we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT house!

Cutest house on the water! The hosts had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July @ Lake Hartwell

The location was in a great area close to Tugaloo to launch our boat. The house was perfect for our stay, it was well maintained, clean and well stocked. The dock was in great shape for docking our boat for our stay. We would 100% book again to stay next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful and had everything that we needed. And we had the best time at the dock swimming and fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake

Beautiful house. Very clean!! Enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and comfortable!!

We truly enjoyed the peaceful get away. The house is nicely remodeled and on a dead end road which made it very quiet and enjoyable. We are looking forward to getting back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best

Friends and I stayed here for a couple nights for a music festival. It was a blast loved how we were on the water and the view on the dock is priceless
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

We had so much fun on our weekend stay here. The home is immaculately clean, smells wonderful & has the cutest décor! You can see the lake from the living room window - the walk down to the dock is easy & the dock itself is amazing! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Lake Trip

Home was very clean. Location on lake was quiet allowing for swimming and fishing. Boat dock in excellent condition and provided a great place to store our boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient to Tugaloo SP

Most of us camped at Tugaloo SP, and accessed the property via boat and car, which was nice. Property was great for the new moms and babies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and clean

House was cute and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Darrin and Renee Harrelson

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Darrin and I purchased this home in 2021 and have fully renovated the entire home. We have been in the long-term rental business for 8 years and decided to purchase this property for short-term rentals. We hope you enjoy your stay and come back to stay with us again.

Why they chose this property

Our property is lakefront with a dock. Bring your boat or rent a boat nearby.

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