Family-friendly vacation rentals in Gainesville

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  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 120 vacation rentals in Gainesville

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Gainesville vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ184 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 50 rentals that welcome pets

  • Vacation rentals with a pool

    10 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    80 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    120 of Gainesville vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Gainesville rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    Gainesville stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Gainesville

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Home in Gainesville
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

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!

Guest favorite
A serene view of Lake Lanier is captured, framed by lush green trees and vibrant foliage. The calm water glistens under the sunlight, leading towards a covered dock that extends over the lake, creating a picturesque scene of nature and tranquility.
Home in Gainesville
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviews

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.

Guest favorite
A well-lit bedroom features a spacious bed with a decorative pillow at the center. On either side of the bed, blue lamps provide additional light. Floral curtains frame two windows, allowing natural light to enhance the room's soothing ambiance.
Home in Gainesville
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Closer to Downtown than everyone!

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Located right in the heart of downtown but perfectly placed on the hill so you have plenty of privacy. This home is so cozy with a comfortable back den to cuddle up to watch movies, a front living room for adult time and a screened in porch for rocking in the breeze. We can’t wait for you to create fun memories just like we have! Due to a bad experience we ask that NO PARTIES be allowed, this house means a lot to us and you will see why.

Guest favorite
A spacious living room is presented with a large sectional sofa arranged around a dark coffee table. Decorative pillows add a touch of color. A piece of canvas art depicting trees is displayed on the wall, complemented by a small shelf unit and potted plant in the corner.
Guest suite in Gainesville
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 410 reviews

Positive Place! | Private Suite | Own Entrance ❤️

Our "Positive Place," as we call it, is filled with great welcoming energy and nestled in nature in a safe neighborhood close to everything in Gainesville. We are minutes from Lake Lanier, North East Georgia Medical Center, restaurants, shopping, prestigious local schools, and the downtown square. Also, 23 miles from the Mall of Georgia & 57 to Atlanta. If you're here visiting family, doing a school visit, attending an event, on a business trip, or vacationing, you'll enjoy our positive space.

Top guest favorite
The living area features a blend of wooden beams and stone accents, with a large window overlooking serene lake views. A cozy sectional sofa and stylish coffee table sit beside a modern fireplace, while a flat-screen television is mounted on the stone wall.
Cabin in Gainesville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

Hygge House | Lakefront & Dock | Hot Tub | Gym

Recently named a Top 10 lake house rental in the Southeast & featured on Netflix, the Hygge House was designed as the ultimate Hygge-inspired cabin on Lake Lanier. For a video walkthrough, search YT for: The Hygge House - Video Walkthrough - Lake Lanier - Gainesville, GA Hygge is Danish for acknowledging a feeling, space, or moment as cozy, charming or special and this home embodies that spirit and is the perfect location for guests to relax, unwind, and reset. Your happy place awaits!

Guest favorite
Home in Gainesville
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Lake Lanier-Maison du Lac -Pvt Terrace Level

Sleeps 4 in Queen br and on bunks in library. . $35 pp extra charge for more than 4 guests. Pvt entrance to large and spacious lower level. Private patio and fire pit overlooks the lake. I live on the main level and avail if you need anything. 18 ft ceilings and french doors look onto lake. Large tv area, library, bunk room, pool table and bar. Full kitchen. May use dock, kayaks, canoe, grill. Secluded cove for swimming, fishing. Special situations and longer stays are an option!

Top guest favorite
A tranquil pool area is surrounded by tall trees, providing natural shade. A gazebo sits nearby, offering seating and shelter from the sun. The crystal-clear water of the pool reflects the greenery above, creating a serene outdoor ambiance.
Guest suite in Gainesville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

S & S Hideaway

Your floor is the lower level, 2,600 sq. feet has a private entrance with key pad, laundry, & kitchen. 3 bedrooms, sitting room, bonus rooms, 2 bathrooms. Property owners reside in upper level. Access to pool area ( May 15 - Sept. 5) a wooded back yard creek, firepit, a beautiful wooded neighborhood for leisure walks, 0.9 mile to restaurants, grocery store & gas stations. 6 miles to downtown Gainesville, GA., and within 30 minute drive to Helen, Dahlonega, hiking trails & waterfalls.

Guest favorite
The exterior of a charming two-story house is shown, featuring a white facade with black accents. A well-maintained lawn surrounds the property, and a paved driveway leads to a two-car garage. A fenced area and trees provide a sense of privacy.
Home in Gainesville
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Viking House

Enjoy The Viking style House unique experience!! This family friendly house is located close to Downtown Gainesville, Northeast Georgia Hospital and Brenau University is near by and plenty of restaurants around, This gorgeous, house invites you to enjoy romantic evenings in a peacefully atmosfere relaxing on the chaise by the fireplace and 65inch TV or on the patio watching the birds and deers. You have the opportunity to stay in a sparkling clean cozy hause at an affordable price.

Top guest favorite
The living room features a comfortable seating arrangement consisting of a gray sofa, a blue accent chair, and a chaise lounge. A rectangular coffee table rests on a soft area rug, with a potted plant centered on it. Natural light comes through windows, highlighting the warm wooden flooring.
Home in Gainesville
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

Convenient 3 Bedroom 2 Bath house

"The house is cute, clean, well stocked, nicely remodeled, and conveniently located. The beds are super comfortable. The listing is just as described and pictured!" - Kristina This home is a perfect stay for anyone looking for a short or long stay in Gainesville. The home is conveniently located 5 minutes to Northeast Georgia Medical Center & 3 minutes to the Lake Lanier Rowing Venue. Why stay at a cramped hotel when you can relax at a spacious house with all the comforts of home?

Guest favorite
A charming 1930's brick home is presented, featuring a covered front porch with arched entries. The pathway is lined with greenery, leading to the welcoming entrance. Ample windows allow natural light to enhance the inviting façade.
Home in Gainesville
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviews

1930s Beautiful Gainesville Home, Great Location!

Make this your home away from home! Whether you are in Gainesville for a getaway, conference, or visit to a local prestigious school you are sure to love staying in this charming 1930's home in the heart of town. Located on the desirable Riverside Drive it is ideally located to take advantage of everything Gainesville has to offer. This rental is for the main floor, two bedroom home which is beautifully decorated and comfortably furnished. Ideal location for traveling nurses.

Guest favorite
A modern kitchen corner features a coffee maker and neatly arranged white mugs on wooden shelves. Natural light enters through a double window, illuminating the clean tile backsplash and countertop. A sleek faucet adds to the contemporary feel of the space.
Home in Gainesville
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Cozy, RENOVATED home in ❤️ of GVL • Golden Moose

A 1950s home, with a 2019 complete remodel + upgrade. Brand new custom kitchen, brand new bathroom, updated lighting, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. This home was designed as a peaceful and comforting place. Perfect for travelers coming to Gainesville for work, leisure, or any occasion. You’ll feel cozy and enjoyable in my home. That’s my goal. I also live in the house next door, where I’ve had 100+ 5star Airbnb guests. If you need anything, I am close-by and ready to help.

Top guest favorite
A cozy bedroom features a spacious king-size bed with white bedding and two decorative pillows. Natural light enters through two windows adorned with wooden blinds. A full-length mirror is positioned beside the doorway, and a wooden nightstand holds a lamp, creating a balanced and inviting space.
Apartment in Gainesville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Treeview Terrace (Workspace - Nespresso)

Come stay in our private apartment located on the terrace level of our home. With comfort in mind, this one-bedroom apartment is the perfect retreat for your stay in Gainesville. The apartment boasts a full kitchen, king-size bed and dedicated work area. You will love the spa-like bathroom with walk-in shower. Enjoy a morning Nespresso or an evening glass of wine while spotting for deer on the private deck. While we live on the upper level your entrance and space is private.

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