10/10 Excellent
melanie j.
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
melanie j.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Athens Area Retreat – Quiet Watkinsville Stay
Holiday home in Watkinsville with patio and fireplace
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Oconee County Welcome Center
- Place, State Botanical Garden of Georgia
- Place, University of Georgia
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Athens Area Retreat – Quiet Watkinsville Stay
Welcome to your Watkinsville retreat near Athens & UGA—perfect for gameday weekends, family trips, or quiet escapes. This renovated 3BR/2BA home sits in a peaceful neighborhood across from Thomas Preserve, just 8 miles from Sanford Stadium, Five Points, and downtown Athens. Walk to downtown Watkinsville & Wire Park for dining, shops, and breweries, then catch every play on the big-screen TV or unwind on the private deck. Modern updates and a calm setting make this the ideal base for your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Watkinsville
Watkinsville is home to this holiday home. Eagle Tavern Museum and Oconee County Civic Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sanford Stadium and Seney-Stovall Chapel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stegeman Coliseum or Athens Arena.
Watkinsville, GA
What's nearby
- Oconee County Welcome Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- University of Georgia - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
- Sanford Stadium - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
- Classic Center - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
- The Georgia Theatre - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
Restaurants
- RaceTrac - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Costa Alegre - 5 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 5 min drive
- The Varsity - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Melissa G.
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Athens/Watkinsville
Melissa G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
E M M.
18 May 2025
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Watkinsville Family Fun
E M M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cecilia A.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cecilia A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Josh Crouse
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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