Vacation rentals in Athens

This was a fun & relaxing vacation for us, our kids and the grandkids. We really never left the place except to take the boat out. The kids and grandkids had a blast in the water and the shallow water was perfect for the young ones - they especially liked the water trampoline! The house is very spacious so we never felt crowded and my daughter was able to ‘work from home’ there utilizing the desk upstairs and the picnic table on the deck one day. The kitchen offered us everything we needed for food preparation so we didn’t have to go out to eat. We would recommend Karen’s place to others.

Where do we even begin? From the moment we arrived, it felt like staying with long-lost relatives who actually like you. The place was spotless, beautifully decorated, and stocked with thoughtful touches that screamed, ‘We’re overachievers, but in a good way.’ The hosts went above and beyond in ways that felt almost suspicious. We opened the fridge to find bubbly waiting for us (are we royalty now?), and there were chocolates on the counter like they somehow knew our love language. As if that wasn’t enough, we spent an unforgettable evening soaking in the hot tub while it snowed, overlooking the most serene lake view we’ve ever seen. It was like being in a Hallmark movie but without the small-town drama. Every detail was so thoughtful, from the cozy blankets to the recommendations that made us feel like locals. This wasn’t just a stay; it was an experience we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re considering booking, do it. Just don’t book the weekend we want to come back, okay?

Charming house with enough room for our family of six with room to spare. Fenced yard for the dogs. Hot tub was great. Walked to lake to see beautiful sunsets. We decided to drive but town can be walked to also. John was very accommodating when we had to switch our house from another area the DAY BEFORE to John's house. We would come back.

Great spot with a wonderful view. Good place for an extended stay.

The house was beautifully appointed. The kitchen was well outfitted with dishes, glassware, cutlery and pots and pans. There were even some spices! Great coffeemaker. Lovely open floor plan and all the beds were super comfortable! When we first arrived there was soft jazz playing on the living room tv—a nice touch! We had a great weekend!

Great location with an easy drive to many different activities. Home was well taken care of, private, easy to get to, and had everything we needed for a great weekend on the west side. Would stay here again.

Christi made our visit back to our gramma’s house very special. So many fond memories were made in this house many years ago. This summer we created new memories as we reconnected with family. The cottage was well maintained with all the amenities. It was spacious, the outdoor space was great for our cookout and sitting by the fire pit! Christi was great about checking in to see if we needed anything and answering any questions. I would highly recommend this property if you’re looking for a cozy home, close to town and the beach!

This home is nice. Has 4 bedrooms, kitchen, nice back yard with fire pit. You can walk into downtown which we did one day but it is as easy to drive. he has a nice wagon you could use for the beach that folds up. one bedroom on first floor with king bed. one bathroom/shower on first floor with same rook as laundry. upstairs has three bedrooms. two with king beds and one with two full size bunk beds. one bathroom with bath upstairs. dining room table easily seats 8. huge tv on main level