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Classic City Retreat in Five Points, Athens GA | Theater | Hot Tub | Christmas

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Luxury Red Room Theater!
Go Dawgs!
Oversized Windows with so much natural lighting
All in one Private Patio 
👉 Hot Tub 
👉 Outdoor Dining
👉 Grilling
Games room
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic City Retreat in Five Points, Athens GA | Theater | Hot Tub | Christmas

Ninety minutes from Atlanta's FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, Classic City Retreat is Athens' premier large-group mansion — a 4,600 sq ft estate in the heart of Five Points with a private hot tub, theater room, and space for 15 guests to spread out in luxury. Whether you're here for the World Cup, a UGA game day, graduation weekend, or a family reunion, this is the house that makes the trip unforgettable.

"Our family had a great Thanksgiving — many said it was the best one ever."
"This VRBO was FABULOUS… Impeccably Clean."
"Extraordinary location played a pivotal role in creating cherished memories."


THE SPACE

This isn't a vacation rental — it's an estate. The main floor opens into a grand living room with a 7-piece sectional, gas fireplace, and 65" TV. Downstairs, 1,500 sq ft of dedicated entertainment space houses a full game room (pool table, ping pong, foosball, air hockey), a private theater with plush seating for 8, and two secluded bedrooms. Step outside to a private gazebo with a large hot tub, dining area, firepit, and propane grill — surrounded by bamboo and Georgia pines.


THE BEDROOMS

Master Suite — King bed, luxury blackout drapes, jet tub, double sinks, walk-in shower
Bedroom 2 — Canopy queen, TV, private bath
Bedroom 3 — Double queen, blackout curtains, ceiling fan
Bedroom 4 — Queen bed, TV, private bath
Bedroom 5 — Full bed + 2 bunk beds, sleeps 6, private bath

All rooms feature Malanni fine linen bedding, blow dryers, and hotel-grade toiletries.


WORLD CUP 2026

Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts 8 FIFA World Cup matches June–July 2026, just 90 minutes from your front door. Classic City Retreat sleeps 15 — perfect for fan groups traveling together. We're the largest and highest-rated private home in Athens for groups this size.

FIFA Match Days at Atlanta Stadium:
· June 15 · June 18 · June 21 · June 24 · June 27
· July 1 (Round of 32) · July 7 (Round of 16) · July 15 (Semifinal)


UGA GAME DAYS

Two miles from Sanford Stadium. Walk the Georgia Pines path through Five Points directly to the stadium. No parking hassles, no rideshare waits — just walk. We host the best game day experience in Athens, period.

2026 Home Games: Sep 5 · Sep 12 · Sep 26 (Oklahoma) · Oct 3 · Oct 17 (Auburn) · Nov 14 · Nov 28 (Georgia Tech)


THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Five Points is Athens' most beloved walkable neighborhood — coffee shops, restaurants, Avid Bookshop, and Jittery Joe's all within a 10-minute stroll. Five minutes to downtown Athens, UGA campus, and the Classic Center.

· 0.75 miles to Five Points shops and dining
· 2 miles to Sanford Stadium
· 3 min drive to UGA campus
· 90 min to Atlanta FIFA matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium


PERFECT FOR

· FIFA World Cup fan groups (sleeps 15)
· UGA football game day weekends
· Graduation and family celebrations
· Wedding parties and reunions
· Corporate retreats


HOUSE NOTES

· Pet friendly — 2 pets welcome
· Free parking on premises
· Self check-in via smart lock
· 1 Gb WiFi throughout
· Triple-insulated walls for privacy
· Professional cleaning crew before every stay

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About the area

Athens

Located in Athens, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Bishop Park Tennis Center and University Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Farmers Market and Georgia Square Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Bear Hollow Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Sanford Stadium. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Athens, GA

What's nearby

  • Bear Hollow Zoo - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Georgia - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Stegeman Coliseum - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Georgia Museum of Art - 6 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Root - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Parilla - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cali N Tito's - ‬3 min drive

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. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

CV T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ample parking and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and close to everything..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. Everything was as advertised. All beds super comfy. Our only disappointment is the house is already booked during parents weekend. Host was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BrianAndJeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend stay. The house was very clean, well stocked with everything we needed, and in a great location. The host was responsive and easy to communicate with, which made the stay even better. We would absolutely recommend this property and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great weekend stay and that you found the home clean, well stocked, and in a great location. We truly appreciate your kind words about communication — we always want guests to feel supported and taken care of throughout their stay. It means a lot that you’d recommend the property, and we’d be absolutely happy to host you again anytime you’re back in Athens!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in a word amazing. The location is wonderful. Easy access to all things UGA and Athens. The space is far greater than the pictures represent. Plenty of places to sleep, lounge, relax, and enjoy. The owners are very accessible and the property is well maintained. Honestly, i would go as far to say the property is under priced. We will always try and stay here when visiting Athens.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house with excellent hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much! We truly appreciate the kind words and are so glad you enjoyed the house. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re in Athens!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House worked great for a big group. Great neighborhood and proximity to UGA and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much! We’re glad the house worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the neighborhood and the proximity to UGA and downtown. It’s always great hosting groups who take advantage of everything Athens has to offer. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of us stayed here because we needed some extra. room to celebrate Christmas with our family and it was PERFECT. We had 4 young kids & the game room, bunk room, & theater provided all the entertainment they could need. It was extremely spacious so we were very comfortable. Check in/out was also very easy... Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad the home was the perfect place for your family gathering and that everyone — especially the kids — enjoyed the game room, bunk room, and theater. It’s great to hear the space felt comfortable and roomy for your group and that check-in and check-out were smooth. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for providing a fantastic venue for our gathering. Great hosts! Family and pet friendly and plenty of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad the home worked well for your gathering and that you found it comfortable for both family and pets — that’s exactly what we aim for. It’s great to hear the parking and space added to your experience as well. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

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

Great location!

Amazing location on a quiet street. The theater room is INCREDIBLE! Plenty of space for a large group and within walking distance to great shops and restaurants. Cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you loved the location and that the theater room was a highlight — it’s definitely one of our favorite features too. We’re glad the space worked well for your group and that you enjoyed being within walking distance of the shops and restaurants nearby. We’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much. We had a great time visiting our daughter for game weekend. The house worked perfectly for our group and was as advertised. Close to campus and in a nice rural setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so glad the house worked perfectly for your group during game weekend — those are such fun and memorable visits. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting while still being close to campus. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to host you again the next time you’re in town visiting your daughter!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E M.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay, great accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
We loved hosting you and your group! Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Golf trip

Boys had a great weekend in Athens! Super fun house
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Love it — thank you! We’re glad the guys had a great golf weekend in Athens and that the house added to the fun. It’s always awesome hosting groups that come to enjoy everything the area has to offer. You’re welcome back anytime for the next trip! ⛳️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Latosha A.

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

Another amazing stay...

This was our second time staying here and its been tremendously improved on an already amazing space. The added details took it to the next level. The additional parking makes this an easier stay for large groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for coming back to stay with us again — that truly means a lot! We’re thrilled you noticed and appreciated the improvements and added details; we’re always looking for ways to make each stay even better than the last. It’s great to hear the additional parking made things easier for your group as well. We’d love to host you for a third stay anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete W.

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

beautiful home and great location

Family reunion
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much! We’re glad you enjoyed the home and the location, and we’re honored you chose it for your family reunion — those gatherings are so special. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Family Reunion in 5 Points

This lovely home in Five Points was the perfect place for us to have a family reunion with our Athens Family. Kate and Luke were outstanding with communication and clear instructions about the check-in process. The home was perfect with the many bedrooms and living space for our family to hang out and visit. We were able to have several family dinners at the large circular dining table. We come to Athens every couple years to visit family in the immediate area and look forward to staying at the Classic City Retreat again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We’re truly honored you chose our home for your family reunion in Five Points — gatherings like that are exactly what the house was designed for. It’s wonderful to hear the bedrooms and living spaces gave everyone room to relax and connect, and we love that the large round dining table got put to good use for family dinners. We really appreciate your kind words about communication and the check-in process — we try to make everything as smooth as possible so you can focus on enjoying time together. It would be an absolute pleasure to host your family again the next time you’re back in Athens. We’ll be ready for you at Classic City Retreat!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Children’s paradise

Wonderful visit to athens to visit family. Loved the house. Very fun and comfortable for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We love hearing that the home felt like a children’s paradise — that’s exactly what we hope for when families stay with us. It’s wonderful that everyone, from kids to adults, felt comfortable and had fun during your visit to Athens. We’d be thrilled to host you again the next time you’re in town visiting family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn G.

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

Wedding weekend

We loved this property. Walking distance to Little Five Points. There is plenty of parking for a big crowd and lots of room to spread out. The yard is great as well
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re honored you chose our home for such a special wedding weekend. We’re glad you enjoyed the space, the yard, and the convenience of being within walking distance to Five Points — it really is a great spot for groups to gather and celebrate. We’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

2024 UGA Graduation

House was perfect for our Family to spread out and all stay in the same place. Location was great and we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad the home was a great fit for your family to spread out and celebrate such a special occasion together. It means a lot that you chose our place for your graduation stay — that’s a big milestone, and we’re honored we could be part of it. We’d love to host you all again anytime you’re back in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pompano D.

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

Enjoyed our stay in Athens

House was exactly as described. The location could not have been better. Our family had a great Thanksgiving, many said it was the best one ever. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We are thrilled to hear that our home provided an incredible time especially during the holidays! That makes us so happy. We hope to host you and your family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy m.

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

Lovely home

This is a beautiful home in a very quiet neighborhood. The house has great spaces for large group gatherings for eating, playing, watching tv/movies. Very conveniently located near UGA. The owner was excellent at communicating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re really glad you enjoyed the home, the quiet neighborhood, and the gathering spaces — we designed it to be a place where groups can comfortably spend time together. It’s also great to hear the location near UGA was convenient for your stay. We truly appreciate your kind words about communication, and we’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Amazing location in Athens!!

5 stars across the board! Stayed w/our entire family (4 adult kids partners) for UGA grad weekend. The house met all expectations for space, layout, cleanliness and location. Accommodated a grad party and afforded plenty of quality family time upstairs; downstairs in the game room; and out side. Super convenient walking distance to 5 points (restaurants/bars) and quick/easy drive to town/campus. Highly recommend this location for football/sports weekends, graduation, etc. Kate & Luke were attentive highly communicative and attentive hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for such an incredible review! We’re honored you chose our home for such a big milestone weekend — UGA graduation is always a special (and busy!) time in Athens, and we’re glad the house delivered on space, layout, cleanliness, and location for your whole family. It’s great to hear you were able to enjoy time together throughout the home, from the game room to the outdoor areas, and that the walkability to Five Points made things even more convenient. We truly appreciate your kind words about hosting and communication — it was a pleasure having you. You’re always welcome back anytime for future celebrations, game weekends, or family trips!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Great house you never want to leave

Our extended family came for a UGA game. The house is laid out well and very nicely appointed with lots of extras. Plenty of parking. A 10 minute walk to Five Points and less than two miles to Sanford. Plenty of space for our dog. Kate was timely in responding and terrific to work with. We will stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We’re thrilled the home worked so well for your extended family during your UGA game weekend — those are some of the best weekends in Athens. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the layout, the extras, the parking, and the easy walk to Five Points and proximity to Sanford. We’re also glad your dog had plenty of space to enjoy the stay too! We truly appreciate the kind words about communication — it was a pleasure hosting you. We’d absolutely love to have you back for the next game day! 🏈
Verified

6/10 Okay

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The number of bedrooms and entertainment space was the main selling point for me, to which it lived up to. However the house is in need of maintenance which I found inconvenient. The heat in the lower level wasn't working, to which the owner promptly addressed within 24 hours, which was great. Other issues included; The power in several outlets in the kitchen didn't work, which appeared to be due to a popped circuit breaker. The built in microwave didn't work. While a temporary microwave was provided. It wasn't in an area that had a plug, thus I had to move furniture to find a place for the microwave to work. One of the bedrooms only had 1 working power outlet, which was connected to the TV. Thus, you had to unplug the TV in order to charge a phone. While ice and snow doesn't happen very often in GA, no salt was provided to treat the ice. I requested salt from the owner, who said it would be delivered the next day, but it never arrived. 2 of my guest slipped and fell on the ice. I had to go out and buy my own salt and spend hours breaking up and removing the ice. For the price paid and associated liability of icy walkways, this should have been addressed prior to my arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2026
The primary reason Timothy booked our home was for its size and entertainment space, and those key features were delivered as advertised, which is exactly what the property is designed to provide for large groups. From the time of arrival, Timothy communicated dissatisfaction with minor items but did not engage with us on proposed resolutions. When a lower-level heating issue was reported late the first night during a rare Georgia cold front, a licensed HVAC technician was contacted and dispatched, resolving the issue the following morning. The kitchen is fully equipped for large groups, including multiple refrigerators and microwaves. It also contains numerous functioning outlets; one outlet was reported, which is a standard safety outlet with a reset button and did not impact overall use of the space. This stay coincided with an unusual winter weather event in January for the entire east coast. Our cleaner checked multiple local stores in an attempt to locate ice melt, but supplies were sold out throughout the area due to demand. Temperatures warmed shortly after, and the snow and ice melted within a few days, which is typical for the region. Exterior walkways include standard safety features, and all stairwells have guard rails. When unexpected issues arise, our approach is always to respond quickly, communicate clearly, and resolve matters professionally. We remained responsive and available throughout the stay. We take pride in delivering what is advertised, which is reflected in our consistent history of 10/10 reviews on Vrbo and other platforms. While we’re sorry Timothy felt dissatisfied, we stand by the condition and representation of the home.
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