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Deluxe Romantic Retreat inside Big Canoe - hot tub
"Evermore" is a unique Treetopper designed for couples who desire a little more. Located in the gated resort style community of Big Canoe, "Evermore" sits on a hillside overlooking beautiful Lake Petit and McElroy Mountain. The interior features a plush King bed, large shower with rain shower head, heated tile floors, remote gas fireplace, remote controlled window treatments, smart tv, open airy kitchen with beautiful finishes. The hot tub is only a few steps away on the private terrace deck!

Lakefront Lodge w/ Dock & 7 Private Sleeping Areas
"Sweet Tea on the Dock" offers the ultimate getaway. Our 7,000 sf luxury lakefront home offers 7 private sleeping rooms with king/queen beds and multiple indoor and outdoor living areas to comfortably fit your entire group! Spend your days on the expansive deck or dock, swimming or boating, fishing, kayaking, and creating lifelong memories together. Kayaks, paddle board and more included for free. Located just minutes away from great restaurants, shopping, hiking and more, Sweet Tea has it all!

Lanier Cove House 🚤 Waterfront Lakehouse with Dock
This charming home on Lake Lanier is ideal for those looking to relax and unwind! Spend your days boating, swimming in a secluded cove, fishing, reading, making s’mores and enjoying lakeside fun. The home has a private dock with direct lake access and is just five minutes by boat to Gainesville Marina. The house is fully stocked and features high-speed wifi, smart tv, popular board games, wood-burning fireplace, and back deck dining with gas grill. Or enjoy an outdoor fire under the lights!

Charming lakefront cottage on Lake Lanier w/dock
Our charming Kampa Cottage on Lake Lanier is a ideal location for vacation getaways for Families-Couples-Friends. The house has 3 bedrooms/3 full bathrooms and comfortably sleeps 7-8. It offers big unobstructed panoramic views of the lake, year round deep water and a large covered private dock. You can lounge on the dock, fish, swim, kayak, boat, visit Margaritaville/ Lake Lanier Islands, dine at Park Marina, rent jet skis and paddle boards, hike, picnic and much more for a fun filled holiday.

lake lanier lakefront, dock, kayak, king bed, pet
This lovely lakefront home with private dock, only 2 minutes to boat ramp at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. one long driveway can park a trailer. free parking up to 5 cars, home with keyless entry, TVs, Free Wifi, computer desks, full kitchen with everything you need, laundry available, outdoor BBQ Grill and fire pit, big backyard, extra sunroom & game room for family fun. Beds from baby travel crib to king size. Kayaks, paddle and life jackets are available to use. pet friendly. minutes to all.

Secluded Luxury Cabin in Wine Country Dahlonega
Escape the hustle of every day life with a stay at Tipsy Toad Cabin, a secluded woodland retreat in the wine country of Dahlonega. Completely surrounded by nature, it’s perfect for sipping local wines, hiking nearby trails, or fishing in the river right on the property. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, a peaceful escape, or a cozy base to visit loved ones, this charming cabin offers tranquility and adventure. Relax, recharge, and discover the allure of the North Georgia mountains.

Ursa Minor Waterfall Cabin
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Relax listening to the creek and waterfall. You will feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, but you are less than 10 minutes from downtown Clayton. The charming city has shops, coffee, restaurants, a brewery and Wander North Georgia. Explore a bit farther out to Tallulah Gorge, Black Rock Mountain, Lake Burton and Tiger. Cabin has 1 bedroom and a loft with more beds. Full kitchen and laundry. Check out our Instagram @ursaminorcabin.

The Retreat at Fall Branch Falls
Welcome to the Retreat at Fall Branch Falls! Nature abounds in this whimsical forest retreat. Surrounded by rhododendron, ferns and endless forest views, and filled with the soothing sounds of the creek, the wilderness is right at your back door. Enjoy a short hike to the Fall Branch Falls waterfall. Soak up the sounds of the creek as you sip your morning coffee on the porch. For more of our story or for any questions unrelated to booking, find us on insta @retreatatfallbranchfalls.

Tiny Treehouse by the Creek
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Perched high among the treetops, enjoy views of wildlife and a flowing rocky creek. This woodland oasis offers quiet natural respite, and located 3 minutes from restaurants, groceries and 8 minutes to downtown Athens and UGA. We are both architects, we designed this treehouse to share our love of Athens, nature, & design with you :) Our family also lives on the property and will be available if you need anything during your stay.

Lakeside Retreat - Perfect Getaway for Couples
Lakeside Retreat is a cozy cabin perfect for couples on Lake Lanier. It is located in Dawsonville, Georgia with close proximity to numerous wineries, downtown Dahlonega, outlet mall shopping, wedding venues, and so much more. The kitchen and bathroom are stocked with most anything you might need while traveling. You will love the jetted tub as well as the comfy king bed. (You will have the entire place to yourselves as the basement portion is currently being used as storage.)

Luxury Escape on Lake Lanier
Think cabin meets lake house. Come enjoy a private jacuzzi surrounded by forest, or relax on the party dock overlooking a perfect sunset. If you're the outdoor type, enjoy a swim or boat ride on the calm Northern Lake Lanier waters or spend the day fishing. We have a Big Green Egg, a firepit, and plenty of kid toys. This immaculate luxury 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features luxury finishes & is fully equipped. It is set up as a true second home, not a bare-min airbnb rental

Lakeside Retreat on Lake Lanier
Relax, unplug, and enjoy beautiful Lake Lanier in a secluded country setting surrounded by rolling meadows and protected woodlands. Our 2nd floor, garage apartment is perfect for your next lake vacation. We welcome our guests to enjoy the tranquility of our apartment space on stunning Lake Lanier. Easy access to GA 400 offers shopping, dining, and activities; there's plenty to do for every guest. We'd love to show you around and share our lakefront property with you!
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RiverLife on the Chattahoochee, Downtown Helen, Ga

Chickadee's Lake Lookout

Happy on the river 2 master suites
When is the best time to visit Gainesville?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $249 | $240 | $254 | $265 | $257 | $279 | $285 | $269 | $246 | $271 | $276 | $275 |
| Avg. temp | 44°F | 48°F | 55°F | 62°F | 70°F | 78°F | 81°F | 80°F | 74°F | 63°F | 53°F | 47°F |
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Gainesville stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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