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Hartwell Lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Rear of property
Dock on deep water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hartwell Lake deep water home, family friendly and close to Clemson and UGA

This spacious home is located on beautiful Lake Hartwell in Lavonia, GA. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with fun in the sun this is the place for you. It is on Gumlog Creek just above the Tugaloo River main channel with deep water and open space for boating and skiing. Gather the gang and enjoy swimming, boating, tubing, skiing, and chilling on the dock. Perfect place for getting away from it all and making memories with your family and friends.
This home comes complete with a 2 slip boat dock and a large swim platform. Bring your boat or rent one and chill in the sun of this spacious dock. There’s a paved pathway from the home to the dock and plenty of room to park several cars plus ample space for a boat trailer.
The three story home features floor to ceiling windows in the living and dining areas overlooking the lake. The spacious family area has plenty of room for the family to gather complete with a 52" flat screen TV. Off the living area is a deck where you can rock your troubles away. The inside dining area has a large 14-person table with a great view of the lake and an additional 6 person table for the kids or kids at heart. The kitchen is fully equipped with a 5 burner stove and double ovens for the person who loves to cook. There’s also a outdoor Blackstone propane grill for all your grilling needs.
This spacious lake front home easily sleeps 17 with the master bedroom located on the main floor with a king size bed and a 32" flat screen TV. The master bathroom has a double sink, jetted tub and separate shower. The additional 3 bedrooms are located upstairs. On the left you will find a bedroom with a king and twin beds and a private bath. On the right are two bedrooms, one has a queen size and a toddler bed and the other has two full size beds. These two bedrooms share a bathroom. There are additional sleeping spaces in the basement with two full size beds and a queen sleeper sofa. Our home is perfect for a large family or group. The fourth bathroom is located on the basement level which works great for the basement guests and lake traffic.
In addition, there's a ping pong table, air hockey table and 32" TV for your enjoyment. In the backyard there's a fire pit for chilly nights or making s’mores.
This home is in an excellent location being only 4 miles from Interstate 85 and approximately 3 miles from Tugaloo State Park. Our home is approxmately 1/2 mile from Franklin County Boat Ramp and 1 mile from Harbor Light Marina for fueling boats. The marina also has boat and jet ski rentals. The area is convenient to many restaurants including the famous “Gumlog Barbecue and Fish Lodge” and has ample opportunities for shopping and entertainment. The home is approximately 1 hour north of the Atlanta metro area and 30 minutes south of Anderson, SC. There is a Tanger Outlet Mall in Commerce, GA approximately 30 minutes south from the home. Perfect location for UGA (50 min) and Clemson (30 min) football games.
All linens are provided, ample supply of towels, toilet tissue and paper towels. The kitchen is stocked with spices, plenty of pots and pans and most any gadget you might need. Full sized washer and dryer with all the laundry essentials. We have a pack-n-play and highchair for the little ones available upon request.
You are welcome to bring the children, but pets are not allowed. There are no exceptions to the no pet's rule so please do not ask. This is also a non-smoking home and smoking and vaping are not allowed inside.
This home is perfect to gather the family, guy's fishing trip, ladies get away or any large group. Please feel free to contact us with any addtional questions.
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About the area

Lavonia

Located in Lavonia, this holiday home is on a lake. Harbor Light Marina and Chickasaw Point Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lavonia Cultural Center and Hartwell Arts Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Lavonia, GA

What's nearby

  • Tugaloo State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Hartwell State Park - 12 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Lavonia City Hall - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lavonia City Park - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 25 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

All around great stay

House was awesome, dock was great, awesome water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Great Place

We had a great time, and the place was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome place. Host replied back to any questions we had. Definitely would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Great place

I was unable to attend but my friends said the place was great, great location and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
I’m very sorry it didn’t work out for you to join your friends. I hope you will consider us again. You are welcome anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

Excellent property for a large group gathering

Great property and location for a large group or family. The owners were great and responded immediately to any questions and/or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you for your positive feedback. We have tried to make our home welcoming for large families or groups and it’s nice to see guests feel welcome. Please consider us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora A.

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

Love the location for a treat time at the lake with the family!

Spacious house
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you very much! We are glad you had an enjoyable time. You are welcome again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal B.

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

2025 MEMORIAL DAY FAMILY WEEKEND GETAWAY!

NO COMPLAINTS! EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Awesome place

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

AMAZING

This place is wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you very much! It is definitely a great place to make memory. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal A.

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

Great space for big groups!

Very homey! Great space for families, great communication. Would rent again if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you, we are glad you had an enjoyable time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Second time renting this property and it was even better than the first. Wonderful house/ Dock area

Deep water, beautiful house, wonderful area. It was if staying at a relatives place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for the great review. I think that is the best compliment we have received. Your family is always welcome.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette M.

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

Just What We Were Looking For

The house was as advertised and suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you! I hope you will consider us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

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

Excellent family getaway.

Our parents, children and grandchildren all had a much needed relaxing time here. Very impressed with the cleanliness and hospitality of the Grizzles. We will definitely be coming back as soon as we have the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
We are glad your family had an enjoyable time. Everything was left in great shape and you are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

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

Great family getaway

We have stayed at this property multiple times. Always a wonderful trip. The house is always very clean, and lake access good. Great dock to hangout and swim from or to bring a boat along. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thanks again! Our favorite guest of all time. You are always welcome!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

The Getaway

Very nice property in a quiet area. The home has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet place that can accommodate a larger family + a few friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thanks for your nice review. We are pleased to hear you had an enjoyable stay. We try to make it very family friendly and are proud you found it welcoming. We hope you will consider us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great girls weekend

We loved it! We had a great college girls reunion and the house was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Pease consider us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great weekend!

This was our second time staying at this location. This house is perfect! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Perfect! We love our repeat guests! You are always welcome!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Perfect Stay

I can't say enough good about this property! It was beautiful, homey, clean, and perfectly located. We had a full house, and they had everything we needed! (Even a pack and play and a high chair!). The hosts were kind and receptive and everything went great! Book here! You won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blakeney Z.

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

Perfect for our large group

House was perfect for our large group. The basement was ideal for adult children to enjoy while others were upstairs. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for your nice review. We are glad you had an enjoyable stay and are welcome anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson R.

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

Perfect house and lake access

Every year we get the same group of friends together for a lake weekend and out of all the other years this home was by far our favorite! Plenty of beds for everyone and the lake was perfect. We floated all day by the dock and the water is so clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
We are so pleased you and your family had a great time. You are welcome again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Outstanding house, fun dock!

This house was everything we needed. Had a wonderful stay. The house was very clean, very roomy, and a short walk to the dock. On deep water. We Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you! We are glad you had a good time and are welcome back at anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Review

This is a great property. The home is very clean and well maintained. There was plenty of room for our family of ten people. The table was large enough for all of us to eat together
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
We have tried very hard to make it family friendly and are glad to hear your family had a good time. You are always welcome.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

4th of July week at the lake

I am so pleased with everything about our stay. Communication with the owners was great from the start. We had a large group, with over half of them young children, and found every part of the home extremely accommodating from the play areas to the boat dock and the location on the lake, everthing was perfect. Thank you so much and I hope to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for the excellent review. We are pleased to hear you had a great stay. I hope you will come back again, you are always welcome.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Reginald C.

Very nice lake front home. We had a fantastic time

Very large and clean lake front home that we used for a weekend college graduation celebration for our daughter. The home was perfect for what we needed. The owners were prompt to respond before and during stay. We needed a later check out time, and the owners graciously accommodated. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Great guest. Glad to add them to our lake family.
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