Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger!

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A wooden dock with a chair and a table, a bottle, and a glass of water on the dock.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window.
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of a house with a deck and stairs.
A wooden deck with string lights, a fire pit, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.
A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in appliances, and ample natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Lanier

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Smithgall Arts Center and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and College Square Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards - 43 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Avalon - 54 min drive - 70.7 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 56 min drive - 58.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Lakeside Cottage | Sunset Views | Dock | Firepit + EV Charger! located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Lanier, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chestatee Golf Club and Chattahoochee Golf Club. North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall and Regal Dawson are also within 12 miles (20 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. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to stay

This is the second time we stayed at this house- it is a great place- beautiful scenery, everything available that you could possibly need, and very clean. Also, it is close to downtown Gainesville and some beautiful walking trails too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great stay. Only thing we would change is to stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great jewel by Lake Lanier!

My family and I spent a week in this wonderful location. Everything was spotless! Great location, activities and communication from Lara. We shall return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

My family and I couldn't have asked for a better place or experience. Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home/Wonderful Stay

A weekend getaway for just the two of us. This property is EXCEPTIONAL! The care this host took to ensure our stay was perfect is simply unprecedented. We were looking for a romantic getaway and this home was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a wonderful place. Great place to get away and rest. Quiet and cozy for family time. Great gameroom to play in. Relaxing at the dock was great. Whole home was beautiful. So clean. Beds were so comfortable. We loved seeing the wild like in the back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A relaxing weekend on the lake

My wife and I stayed here for the weekend and really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and just as nice as the pictures show. It is located about 15-20 minutes drive from any major development so the area is low traffic and peaceful. The kitchen was well stocked which was nice for us because we cook at home most of the time. I plan to be back in the Gainesville, GA area again in a few months for work and will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exquisite gem

I'm not the best sleeper, but this cottage is quiet, clean, comfortable, and we both wished we had the schedule to stay longer. It's deeply relaxing, bright, beautiful & I wouldn't change a thing. Hoping to return when we have more time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best lake vacation spot! Fish on!

Our family had an absolute blast at Lakeview Landing! The house is beautiful and luxurious! Top of the line amenities, including chef’s kitchen, garage game room and comfy, cozy beds in each room! The outdoor deck was fabulous to enjoy dinner and watching the sunset. Our children enjoyed making s’mores in the backyard fire pit. And to top it off, the dock with kayaks and fishing was so much fun! The fish were biting and kept us reeling for more each day! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2021
Thank you Amanda! We look forward to having you back to Lakeview Landing in the future! So glad your kids had fun in the kayaks and fishing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home!

Wonderful home! We stayed this past week for our Thanksgiving holiday along with celebrating our 20th anniversary with our two children a 16y/o and a18y/o From this start, I could tell this home was a labor of love for the owners, from excellent communication prior to stay to a fully stocked home with all that you will need or all you may have forgotten to bring. This home was a great space to spread out. It was beautiful, clean and modern.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review Heather! We are so happy you enjoyed your anniversary/thanksgiving stay and hope you will come back to celebrate again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT GETAWAY AT A BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY

The property was picture perfect. The inside of the house felt like a cozy cottage and was well stocked with everything you could need. The pictures on VRBO were very accurate. The view in the back yard was amazing. In the morning and at dusk deer would come in the back yard and graze. It was the perfect getaway to disconnect and recharge. We brought our boat and really enjoyed the lake too. Owners were great too! We would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best lake cabin for a relaxing vacation!

Lara and Bill’s lake house is one of our favorite rental homes we’ve ever stayed in. Our family has all ages, and everyone loved the home. Plenty of games and activities for those who want to be active, and it is impeccably decorated and comfortable if you want to relax inside or outside also. We were surprised at how high quality appliances and furniture were in the home, and the house was stocked with all necessities so we didn’t have to go to the store. Lara and Bill left a gift basket for us upon arrival and communicated quickly and provided lots of information about the area. If we are back in the area, we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The most perfect getaway

When booking a place to stay on Lake Lanier, we wanted a beautiful retreat where we could relax, unwind, and enjoy family time. This house exceeded our expectations in every way. It is even more beautiful in person. Every detail is thought of - from the spacious gameroom and board games to the well-stocked kitchen to the breathtaking outdoor patios, fire pit, and dock. The beds so comfortable, and the space is just perfect. We barely left the house because we were just so happy there. My husband and I loved it, and so did our kids who vary in age from 6 to 16. The hosts are thoughtful and easy to reach. If you’re looking for a quiet lakeside getaway with all the luxuries you can imagine, this is your place. I look forward to returning again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and easy access to surrounding areas

The house was more than we expected. It was clean, beautifully appointed, and filled with everything we needed for a quick weekend away from the stressors of day to day life. We loved using the dock and kayaks, just a short walk down to the lake. The games in the garage were a lot of fun, especially ping pong and the poker table. And, the front yard was a perfect location to throw the football or play bocce ball. The kitchen had great pots and pans (a frequent issue at other rentals), so cooking meals was easier. The beds were comfy with super soft sheets and amazing black-out window treatments. If we had to point out any cons, the 2 things that came up are creaky floors above the master bedroom and close proximity to neighbors. But, those issues were so small compared to all of the great things the house has to offer. Hope to be back soon! Thanks, Lara, for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Home

This is the best rental we have ever stayed in. It’s beautifully decorated. All the little details That most rentals overlook were added by the owners to make our stay pleasant from the water in the fridge to the s’mores kit for the fire pit. They’ve thought of everything. It’s definitely a gem on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and property!

The house was gorgeous and very clean, as well as having all we needed! Such a beautiful view as well and a fun game room! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

Lakeview Landing Lanier provided the most perfect escape for our family. It was a welcome reprieve following our long drive south from MI to visit family. Our group included 3 young kids ages 3-6, a set of grandparents as well as the husband and myself. We all agreed this was one of the best trips we've taken together. The house is perfectly stocked, oh so comfortable and beautifuly decorated. The kids (and adults) LOVED the game garage, kayaks, fishing, enjoying the sunset from the huge deck and dock. During our 3 day stay we were able to hike the Amicalola falls, spend a day on the lake (rented a pontoon boat from Gainesville Marina) and get downtown Atlanta to visit the Georgia Aquarium and other hot spots. The back deck is perfect for an outdoor movie so bring your projector and screen! My only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer. I can't recommend this place enough, you're in for a real treat here. 💗
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies Weekend

Beautiful home…gorgeous views. Good friends stayed for the weekend and it was perfect for the six of us. Kitchen had everything we needed and more. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Loved everything about this rental. We throughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be renting again! We fit two families (8ppl) very comfortably. Lara is a great host and has thought of every detail, and is quick to respond if you have any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

Great place on Lake Lanier truly a 5 star experience…stop looking & book. If you need a boat or jet ski call Captain Watersports. Jamie the owner was superb he delivered the boat to the dock & picked it up the next day it was seamless. Check out Gainesville it has plenty to eat & drink and take a drive to Helen to do some river tubing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Last Summer Trip ‘22

We had an amazing experience staying here on Lake Lanier! The home was beautifully decorated, perfectly equipped, and very clean! The hosts were very responsive to any questions we had and were great on suggestions for things to do and places to eat in the area. We loved our week on the lake and will definitely be back! Thank you so much for being awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Couldn't have asked for more! We had an amazing time at this beautiful property. The views are idyllic. Lara is an amazing host and was so responsive with questions. It was the first VRBO we have stayed at that we felt nothing was missing. The kids loved the game room and it kept them occupied when we weren't on the lake. Lara recommended a boat rental company that delivered right to the dock. 5 stars and we will be back! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home !!

We were fortunate enough to stay at this amazing home for 4th of July weekend. The house is immaculate and the decor is stunning. Everything you could have needed was provided! We had 2 families of 4 and there was plenty of room. The kids (and adults) enjoyed the gameroom and being able to swim right off the dock. We look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return Visit

We've been renting houses along Lake Lanier every summer since 2014 (all good experiences), but this is the first house we have returned to. The layout is great, the house has a great vibe, the short walk to the dock is easy, and our favorite part is the deck in the back. I started every morning reading a book and just enjoying the outdoor from there. The host was great and responsive to any question or request we had. 10/10 recommend this house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

The perfect spot for a visit with our granddaughter! The house is beautifully decorated and furnished with everything we needed and more. We loved spending time outside at the dock and on the decks. Very quiet and peaceful area, still close to restaurants and shopping. We would definitely come back for another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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