Family-friendly vacation rentals in DeKalb County

Archimedes’ Nest at the Emu Gardens

Nestled in the trees, Archimedes’ Nest at the Emu Ranch is the dreamy, romantic escape you’ve been searching for. 
This custom-built getaway was designed for relaxation and self-indulgence, complete with special amenities to make your stay comfortable and treetop and garden views from every window where you may catch a glimpse of the emu, turkeys, swans, and peafowl roaming below. It's quiet and private, yet walking distance to East Atlanta Village- one of the hottest neighborhoods in Atlanta.

Stone Mountain Oasis

Welcome to our cozy 2-level townhouse in Stone Mountain, perfect for up to 6 guests! Recently renovated, this property boasts 2 spacious bedrooms on the top floor, each featuring a comfortable queen bed and en-suite bathroom. The lower level offers a well-equipped kitchen, living room, dining table, laundry room, and a convenient half bathroom. With 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this townhouse provides ample space for relaxation and comfort. Enjoy our beautifully appointed home away from home!

In the Woods near Emory / CDC / VA

In our Southfarthing Suite, you'll find the perfect combination of centrally located peace and quiet on a wooded private drive. Come home to a spacious walk-in apartment with all the things you need and some nice extras. The suite occupies the ground floor only with a separate entrance, as shown in the photos; the hosts occupy the rest of the home. We are close to Peachtree Creek trail, the VA hospital. Emory & CDC are 6 minutes away. Aquarium, World of Coke & Decatur are easy via car or MARTA.

The Peabody of Emory & Decatur

This unique first floor unit has a style all its own. Located in the heart of Decatur, you will find that all major hospitals and business centers are an easy commute. Relax after a long day of work or pleasure in this spacious one bedroom, one bathroom apartment in a quiet community. Start your day at the local bakery steps away from the apartment, work from the electric stand up (or sit down) desk, and wind down at one of the local restaurants or breweries that are an easy walk or Uber away.

Beautiful Treeview Cottage - walk to Decatur/MARTA

Enjoy our cozy carriage house apartment nestled among the trees & filled with gorgeous natural light. This 2nd story apartment was built in 2021 with dark oak floors, bright quartz countertops, and a mixture of modern and vintage furniture. Art throughout the apartment was created by picture book illustrators. The appliances are all new including a dishwasher and a combo washer/dryer unit. Abundant street parking is available and this home is located just half a mile from downtown Decatur.

Decatur Haven, Private 2 BR House

Whole house - 2 BR/1 BA Private haven in quiet Decatur neighborhood. Beautiful Decatur with privacy, personality and easy access to Atlanta. Why stay in a bland, expensive hotel when you can have your own private space with free parking, private BR’s, WiFi, deck and yard, and a full kitchen for much less?! Enjoy the professionally designed interior, a screened in porch with Adirondack chairs to enjoy your coffee, and private back yard with deck, firepit, lush greenery & comfy adieondack chairs

Peaceful Alpaca Getaway & Lush Garden Cottage

Your Alpaca Cottage® is an Alpaca sanctuary on a private urban farm offering a safe space for you to relax, rest & restore. • We are honored to be among the Top 1% of Airbnbs worldwide! • Our rescue & adopted Alpacas love their forever home, a well-maintained field just 20 steps from the cottage. • During your stay, you'll visit the Alpacas at the field gate & feed carrots we provide you. • 70% of our guests are local to the Atlanta area. All are welcome & we look forward to hosting you!

Cozy Decatur Bungalow 10 min from downtown Atlanta

The Cozy Decatur Bungalow : 3 bedrooms/2 baths ➤ LOCATION: ★ 5 miles from Downtown Atlanta ★ 5 mins to East Atlanta Village & Downtown Decatur shops/restaurants ★ 5-minute Uber/drive to the Decatur Train Station ★ Short drive to Emory, ATL Zoo, CDC, Stone Mountain ➤ LAYOUT: ★ Hardwood floors, granite countertops, & smart TVs add a touch of luxury to your stay. ★ Open floor plan for relaxing & spending time together ★ Eat-in kitchen ★ Private Back Deck & secluded Backyard with Bamboo trees

Walk to Decatur Square - Private Garden Apartment

LOCATION! 16 minute-MARTA to FIFA WORLD CUP. Walk to Decatur Square: for pubs, restaurants, coffee, and music. One block to Marta for World Congress Center, CNN, State Farm Arena, and Mercedes Benz Stadium. Marta to airport. Free shuttle to Emory/CDC. Dekalb Farmers Market nearby. Walk-in glass shower, 11' ceilings, skylights, kitchen, private deck entrance, cable & more. Includes one bedroom (queen bed) and additional futon bed (full size) in the LR. Private deck with tree-filled view.

Vagabonds, Walk to Decatur, Eddie’s Attic & MARTA

Independent suite that evokes an exotic destination. Walk to Downtown Decatur shops, restaurants and the Marta station which connects you to the rest of Atlanta. One free parking spot with extra free parking on the street. Peaceful setting and across the train tracks from Agnes Scott College. Atlanta is an easy drive and the interstate is about 10 minutes away. Repeat guests, please ask for a 5% discount! From a guest, July 28 2023 “This sanctuary was full of just what I needed.”

Alpaca Treehouse in the Bamboo Forest

Celebrated on Netflix’s “Worlds Most Amazing Vacation Rentals” & “Love is Blind," we are a working rescue farm. Watch llamas and alpacas wander; hear roosters crow, from 15 up, in Atlanta. You will be living in the middle of the animals, in the bamboo, in the treehouse. We book film, weddings, photography for SPECIAL RATES. Check out our beautiful Cottages too, on airbnb. NO KIDS UNDER 12-safety first. No pets as we provide them! Please make sure you read our cancellation policy.

The Hillside Treehouse

Welcome to The Hillside Treehouse at Ramsden Lake, our newest accommodation. Designed to bring you closer to nature with floor to ceiling window, the Treehouse features a king size bed with luxury mattress, indoor vented compost toilet, kitchenette, large slipper tub, outdoor soaking tub and outdoor shower. This accommodation stays cool in the summer with AC unit, and stays warm in the winter with a wood burning stove. has shared access to the lake and shared use of a canoe.