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1 bedroom3+ bathroomsSleeps 53500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Luxury Lake Front Cottage
Welcome to The Blue Cottage on Lake Lanier! If you are looking for a romantic couple's getaway or a week or weekend with a few friends this is the perfect cottage for you.
Situated less than 15 minutes north of vibrant downtown Gainesville, Georgia and 23 minutes east of downtown Dahlonega, The Blue Cottage is the perfect Lake Lanier vacation destination for your family and friends. Whether you need a long weekend away or a week-long summer vacation, this house will not disappoint!
A quaint little cottage on the outside, you will enter through the front door to an expansive 3,500 square foot home. There is a beautiful eat-in gourmet kitchen with separate wine and coffee bars. The kitchen has been thoughtfully stocked to include all essential items for your home away from home. It includes an induction range with double ovens, or it can be used as one large oven with air frying capabilities. Beyond the kitchen is the enormous, yet comfortable, great room with a 70” inch smart TV, additional dining space and conversation/game areas. A large screened-in porch is accessible from the great room to enjoy relaxing lake views or an outdoor meal.
Downstairs you will find a TV/game room with a pool table/ping pong table and 70” smart TV with a comfortable seating area.
Walk down the gentle path to the two-slip boat dock with party deck! You can rent a boat from a local marina, enjoy the provided water toys, or just relax and enjoy the lake and gorgeous sunsets. If you are bringing your own boat, there is a boat ramp conveniently located just minutes away.
Bedroom is furnished with smart TV for your enjoyment. Plus, just in case you can’t get away from work for the week, there is a desk with monitor for your convenience. Don’t forget to bring any required specialty cables, HDMI to HDMI is provided.
Our family has rented vacation homes for years and wanted to bring elements of our favorite places to this home. We can assure you that The Blue Cottage will be ready for you to relax and enjoy! If you have any issues, we are a call away.
All pictures were taken in November 2022.
We will provide a starter package of paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher pods, dish soap & K-Cups at check-in. Kroger is less than 2 miles away and a new Publix approx 4 miles away for any other needs.
We hope your family and friends love The Blue Cottage as much as we do!
PLEASE NOTE: Jet Skis located in the dock are NOT available for guest use. Jet Skis can be rented at local marinas. Also note that you must go under a low clearance bridge to access the property by boat. Depending on current water level, some vessels may not be able to access the area.
Nightly rate is based on double occupancy. There is a $50/per person, per night charge for additional guests. The number of guests must not exceed the number of guests included in the reservation.
Please note there is an exterior Ring Door Bell (camera) attached to the front porch. Only registered guests are allowed at the property during your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave dirty towels on shower floors.
Please leave dirty kitchen towels in sinks
Please place bagged garbage in large garage garbage bins
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No loud music outside at any time. Any noise complaint can result in removal from property without refund of rental payment.
There will be an automatic $300 additional cleaning fee charged for garbage that is not bagged and removed from house at time of checkout.
The number of guests cannot exceed the number of people in the booking. This rule is strictly enforced. At no time, are more than 5 guests allowed.
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Gainesville
Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Smithgall Arts Center and Gainesville Theatre Alliance are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit College Square Shopping Center and North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 45 min drive - 53.1 km
Getting around
Gainesville Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Waffle House - 10 min drive
Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Quillians Grill - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Lake Front Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Lake Front Cottage?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Lake Front Cottage on 12 Apr 2026 start from £240, 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 Luxury Lake Front Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Lake Front Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Lake Front Cottage?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Lake Front Cottage located?
This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lanier and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chattahoochee River and Chattahoochee Golf Club. Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Smithgall Arts Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This home is amazing! It's super clean, fabulously decorated and equipped with more than everything we needed...and that view! The host was great. Do yourself a favor - rent this home. We will be back for sure!
Billie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2026
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to being able to host you again! Great guests!
This is one of the best properties we’ve ever visited. The house was super clean and the owner was fantastic. She had great recommendations and made our experience unforgettable. We visited the area for some concerts in Alpharetta. She took the time to look up who was in concert and upon our arrival, the Alexa started playing their music. This was an incredibly thoughtful touch. We will 100% return.
Henry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your generous review! We couldn't have asked for better guests and do hope you come back to stay with us again.
We had a wonderful vacation at the Blue Cottage! The home is beautiful and incredibly clean. Every need is considered. Kate was very communicative and answered every question, some anticipated before I could even ask. We would certainly stay again.
Mary C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2025
We are so happy you had a great time, despite the thunderstorms everyday! We love having guests like you and would love to have you stay again!
Our family had a great stay at this beautiful Lake House! Beautiful views of the lake and sunsets! Nice lake deck and use of very nice canoe on the lake was great as well!
Andrew P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your time at The Blue Cottage and thank you for taking such good care of our home!
We had a great stay at The Blue Cottage. The house was stunning and had everything we needed for a week by the lake. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with anything you could imagine. It was so much less stressful after traveling from afar to arrive at a home with all of the basic essentials already available. We were able to focus entirely on relaxing, and this was the perfect place to do just that. Kate was a tremendous host - very responsive and really went out of her well to ensure we were comfortable. She thought of everything! This was among our favorite rentals, and we have rented at many different locations. Really terrific.
Jeffrey O.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and thank you for the thoughtful review! You were such wonderful guests and hope we can host you again in the future.
The property was perfect for our stay. Two families with teenagers. It was a perfect size and very beautifully decorated. Great Lake toys as well! Would definitely recommend.
Erica M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
We are so happy to hear your families had a good time! We know you had many houses to choose from and appreciate you chose to stay at The Blue Cottage. You also left the house in immaculate condition which is always such a treat to walk into to at cleaning time.
Blue Cottage is everything you want in a lake vacation. The home is beautiful and location on the lake is fantastic. Super relaxing! Great dock! The porch is my favorite place for morning coffee.
You really feel at home at Blue Cottage.
Maria S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your time at The Blue Cottage! Thank you for taking such good care of our home during your stay!
We had a wonderful week spent on the lake and the house had everything one would need. During a few rainy moments, we kept busy playing Connect 4, ping pong, etc. Kate was an exceptional host and provided top notch hospitality. Highly recommend!
Marne F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review. You and your family were amazing guests and we hope we have the opportunity to host you again.
The house was beautiful - high spec decor, fully stocked kitchen and comfortable beds. The position on the lake had perfect views and was really accessible with the kids. The games room, kids outide play area and access to the rowing boat were a huge bonus and meant the children were never bored! The host is attentive with immediate responses to any questions about our stay, we will certainly visit again!
Helen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024
You are so happy your family enjoyed their stay! You were wonderful guests and we would love to host you again.
This beautifully appointed home is designed for memory making with your loved ones, and includes so many thoughtful items, like the games, yummy smelling soaps, and luxurious bedding. Kate is an incredible hostess and had the house fully decorated for Christmas and holiday music playing on our arrival. We are already discussing future visits!
Dacri Ann O.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. You and your family were wonderful guests and we hope we can host you again in the future!
We stayed at The Blue Cottage over the Thanksgiving holiday. I’ve stayed in many Vrbos, but never has one been this well equipped! It was amazing. The house was beautifully decorated for the holidays, and the view of the lake was gorgeous. Honestly, the only thing that would have made it better is if it was my house!
Brenda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review and choosing our home for your holiday get away! You were wonderful guests and we would welcome you back anytime!
The host has left nothing out of this rental. I have stayed in many homes but this one is one of the cleanest I have ever stayed in. The host has also provided everything you could ask for in amenities (and more)! It is so nice they allow people to use their kayaks and provide life jackets. The coffee pods were a nice bonus ! I would definitely recommend this home!
Leslie V.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for the lovely review and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. You were wonderful guests and we hope we can host you and your family again in the future.
This house is fabulous. It’s better than the pictures show it so welcoming and clean. There was everything imaginable that you would ever need for a lovely vacation. We had a marvelous time and would love to come back to this house. It’s in a great area as well many things to do very close by. Kate was great to deal with and very generous with things that she left for us. Thank you again.
georgia c.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2024
Thank you so much! You were incredible guests and took amazing care of the house! We hope you do come back again!
Blue Cottage is a beautiful home that does not feel like a rental at all. The property is well cared for, very clean and each detail has been well thought out. We had every single thing we needed and even things we forgot to bring.
Communication with property manager was quick and clear.
We will absolutely be back! Highly recommend this adorable home.
Anne P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
We hope you do decide to return to The Blue Cottage! You were wonderful guests and welcome back any time!
We had a great time at Blue Cottage. So many activities to keep everyone entertained. So clean and spacious! The kitchen was well equipped for family dinners. The dock space was the hot spot for swimming, fishing and sunning. We caught 8 nice fish during our stay! That blackstone grill was a nice bonus. We even used it for a big family breakfast.
Kate and Rich are very cordial and attentive owners. They couldn’t have been nicer to work with.
Lynn S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Lynn,
We are so happy that you and your family had a great time. I think you chose what turned out to be the hottest weeks of the summer to get out of the Florida heat!
Also, thank you for treating our home like it was your own. I can't tell you how much that is appreciated! We hope to see you again!
Kate
This property is one of our favorite places that we've ever stayed. It was very peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. The house is absolutely gorgeous and the owners have thought of everything! The coffee bar and the game room were a nice touch, and although it was just my husband and I, we had a ton of fun playing pool and ping pong. My only complaint is that the house isn't mine and we don't live there! :)
Heidi T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
We are so happy you had a great weekend! We could not have asked for better guests and hope that you come stay with us again!
About the host
Hosted by Kate
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests