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A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends

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Living area
Exterior
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace in the background.
Bathroom
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch or lanai

Explore the area

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Athens, GA
  • Place, Georgia Square Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanford Stadium
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends

Welcome to your relaxing home base Idlewilde in Athens, GA — a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends visiting the Classic City. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting living room, a fully equipped kitchen ready for shared meals, and three cozy bedrooms with plenty of room for everyone. The two full bathrooms plus a half bath make mornings much easier, and the shared driveway provides convenient parking without hassle.
Situated in a peaceful neighborhood, this home gives you both privacy and accessibility. You're just 5-8 minutes by car from the University of Georgia campus and Sanford Stadium, perfect for catching a game, concert, or exploring the beautiful grounds. Downtown Athens—with its vibrant dining, shopping, music scene, and nightlife—is about 7-10 minutes away, so you can enjoy everything the city has to offer without staying right in the bustle. Need green space or family fun? The State Botanical Garden of Georgia is around 10-12 minutes drive, and Memorial Park with the Bear Hollow Zoo and walking trails is similarly close.

Whether you’re here for a UGA event, family vacation, or weekend with friends, our home offers the comfort, convenience, and calm you need. Let this be the place where you relax, reconnect, and experience all that Athens has to offer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Shared driveway- ample parking on the street
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4844052vb
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
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

Athens

West Athens, a neighbourhood in Athens, is home to this holiday home. Bishop Park Tennis Center and University Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Demonstration And Teaching Garden and Bear Hollow Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sanford Stadium or Athens Arena.
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Athens, GA

What's nearby

  • Georgia Square Mall - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Athens Arena - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Georgia - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Classic Center - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Sanford Stadium - 15 min drive - 13.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends?

As of 15 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends on 23 Nov 2026 start from £1,007, 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 A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat that’s perfect for families or groups of friends located?

Located in West Athens, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Georgia Square Mall, Demonstration And Teaching Garden and Coggins Park. Athens Arena is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a UGA weekend, short drive to downtown, clean, well equipped. Great communication with the host also. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Athens, home is very clean and just what we needed for the UGA weekend. Walking distance to Locos and across the street from Publix. Extremely convenient to the loop and downtown. Ubers were very inexpensive all weekend to the home. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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Hosted by Don Monk

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