
Waterfront vacation rentals in Gainesville
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Owl Creek Chapel
This unique and peaceful stained-glass chapel next to a creek will make you feel like you're staying in an enchanted forest right in the heart of Alpharetta. Recline in the hot tub or relax around the firepit before taking a short stroll across our tree bridge. Escape the Atlanta heat by reclining in the soaking tub or lounging on the comfortable bed under a cedar shingle ceiling. Newly built in August 2022, this space was dreamed, designed and built with the ultimate guest experience in mind.

Lake Therapy | Hot Tub + Private Dock Retreat
PRIVATE DOCK + HOT TUB + LAKE ACCESS 🌅 Escape to Lake Therapy Retreat on Lake Lanier — a peaceful lakefront experience designed for adventure and relaxation. Enjoy a private dock, hot tub under the trees, kayaks, paddleboards, fishing, swimming, BBQ grill, outdoor shower, and fire pit. Unwind by the water while deer pass through at sunset. Perfect for couples or small families up to 4 guests. 🚤 Ask about pontoon boat & jet ski rentals during your stay. Gear & life jackets included. No pets.

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.

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!

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.

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!

Lakeside Lodge (hot tub & sauna)
Enjoy lake and mountain views in this updated oasis amongst the trees. Whether you're looking for an outdoor adventure or a rejuvenating escape, we have it all! Situated on a five acre lake, enjoy the private dock and use of our two paddle boards and canoe. After a day of hiking, decompress in the hot tub and sauna. Tons of space to gather both indoors and outdoors, we hope you'll enjoy all the modern amenities while reconnecting with nature. Just 12 minutes to downtown Ellijay!

Waterfront Cabin w/ Hot Tub
This rustic cabin has one master bedroom and a second separate sleeping area downstairs. There’s a dock w/ deep water and tons of outdoor space. Enjoy the fire pit, hot tub and lake view. Just a short walk to the dock & ideally located mid lake. Duckett Mill Boat ramp is minutes away. Easy access to both Port Royal Marina with Pelican Pete's & Gainesville Marina with Scooggies. 20 min to 400 & 985 Well behaved dogs are welcome with a $110 non-refundable pet fee. Limit 2. No ca

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

Lakefront Property | Pool+Jacuzzi | Sleeps 13
Elegant modern lake home w excellent views of Lake Lanier. Three Master King bedrooms, two overlooking the lake. Two queen beds with garden view. Enjoy coffee w view of private pool, hot tub and lake. Equipped Smart TVs throughout the home. Two complete kitchens w everything + full outdoor grill + bar. 5 bedrooms + bunk room. Please read house rules. Pool heated for a fee & Hot tub included free of charge Dogs allowed with fee. Fee for dogs based on size
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Athens Retreat

Lake view, great sunset view off dock, 3 bedrooms

Beautiful Creek and Waterfall for Your Stay

Gatsby Luxury Lake Lanier

Modern Luxury Lakehouse w/ Private Dock on Lanier
Waterfront condo rentals

Chattahoochee River House 2

Bulldog Bungalo 5 star Flat

Mountain Lakes Retreat

Newer Cabin/Condo-Directly on Toccoa River No Pets

Walkable 2BR Riverfront 2nd-Floor | Balcony

RiverLife on the Chattahoochee, Downtown Helen, Ga

Chickadees Lake Lookout | Big Canoe, Lake View

Overlooking the river Easy walk to Helen
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ900 | ﺩ.ﺇ900 | ﺩ.ﺇ874 | ﺩ.ﺇ973 | ﺩ.ﺇ944 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,047 | ﺩ.ﺇ988 | ﺩ.ﺇ903 | ﺩ.ﺇ918 | ﺩ.ﺇ900 | ﺩ.ﺇ922 |
| Avg. temp | 7°C | 9°C | 13°C | 17°C | 21°C | 25°C | 27°C | 27°C | 23°C | 17°C | 12°C | 8°C |
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