Family-friendly vacation rentals in Athens

The Portico Cabin at High Shoals

The Portico cabin, built in the 1870's, is cozy, rustic and carefully preserved. It is ideal for a couples getaway, small family staycation or solo retreat to escape everyday life and connect with nature. Relax on the porch rockers or cozy up by the wood stove, surrounded by books. Enjoy the cabin and surrounding 60 acres, featuring walking trails, fishing pond, a large fire pit, river access with canoes, and historic church, The Portico. Explore the nearby towns of Athens, Monroe and Madison.

Chinaberry Cottage @ Erymwold

A like new 1000 s/f guest cottage sharing 25 pastoral acres with an historic country home. Finest amenities including queen bed, luxury bath, full kitchen* wi-fi and electric fireplace. Additionally, there is a bunk room with two six ft bunks and a sectional sofa for unexpected guests. There's a front porch overlooking a large lawn and larger pasture. Very private. All pets welcome. This home is only four miles from Sanford Stadium making it convenient to any and all UGA related activities.

Full Cup Cottage Horse Farm 5 miles from UGA

Full Cup Cottage is the best of both worlds - stay on a 64 acre horse farm just 6 miles from downtown Athens and enjoy a touch of country in the city! The cottage is a cozy 2 BR and 1 bath with a full kitchen and 2 porches. Warm wood walls, floors and ceiling give this cottage a rustic feel, with retro appliances and décor reminiscent of days gone by. Our two companion properties on the farm sleep an additional 4 guests each. airbnb.com/h/fullcupcaboose airbnb.com/h/sunsetcottageathens

Serene Apalachee Airstream!

Come find rest or adventure in the lush, serene Georgia woods. While here you will truly feel like you've gotten away to a magical grove among the trees. Add a relaxing natural-getaway to your game weekend in Athens, or just stop over for a quick stay when you need a getaway from "normal" life. Whether you're looking to camp without all the mess and discomfort or just hoping to experience the novelty of a space filled with stylish charm, our Airstream is here for you! IG: @goodhopeairstream

Cozy studio apartment, <1 mile to Downtown

Welcome to our cozy studio apartment! We offer a private separate-entrance apartment in our newly constructed house, less than a mile walk to downtown Athens and the campus of University of Georgia! Apartment has private entrance, driveway parking, and kitchenette. It is walkable to downtown restaurants, theaters, multiple parks, Normaltown, and UGA's campus. Please note that you will hear noise from our family upstairs, so if looking for peace and quiet, this may not be your best option.

The Ivywood Barn Too!

We've had so much fun hosting our original, The Ivywood Barn, we decided to add on. Welcome to The Ivywood Barn Too! Our home property came with an old horse barn and stables and a feed room; two rooms under one roof. In 2018, we turned the horse barn and stables into The Ivywood Barn. Now we've converted the feed room into The Ivywood Barn Too! Two private rooms, two private entrances under one roof. So, if you're a party of 2, choose either side. If you're a party of 4, choose them both!

Game Haven Retreat • 26’ Deck • Arcade Room • Xbox

Boredom doesn't stand a chance in this freshly remodeled 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath in west Athens. You'll find entertainment options for everyone, including: - Pool table - Air hockey - Skee-Ball - Marvel arcade - King-size Connect Four - Xbox lounge - Bar with wine fridge Sleeping 12 guests, this private home has everything you need to stay in comfort and luxury. Less than a mile to groceries and restaurants and just 10 minutes to UGA. You're close to everything, but removed enough for privacy.

Athens Retreat • 5 Min to UGA - Sleeps 11

Welcome to Athens Retreat, a private 4-bedroom, 4-bath home in beautiful Five Points, just minutes from UGA. Sleeping up to 11 guests, our spacious, wooded property is an ideal home base for your group. Enjoy generous indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, a koi pond and waterfall, fire pit, and plenty of room to relax. With a 4.98 guest rating and Airbnb’s Top 1% designation, Athens Retreat offers a truly memorable Athens experience.

DesignerCottage-Heart of 5 Points 2BR1Bath+Kitchen

This historic stone guest cottage is located in the heart of Five Points, walking distance to many Athens jewels: The Five and Ten, The Royal Peasant Pub, Condor Chocolates, Jittery Joe's, Earthfare and Independent Bakery, also blocks from UGA campus and the football stadium. Close parking for Georgia Football events PLEASE Do Not Request False Dates - For inquiries, go to "Meet MY Host" and "Contact," without selecting dates.

Southwire Cottage: Downtown Watkinsville

This comfy 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath cottage was completely renovated in 2020. In the main house there are 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths + living room, kitchen, and spacious back patio. Access to bunkhouse with bunkbeds + trundle + full bathroom is available for an additional $50 per night by messaging when you reserve. 4 block walk to DT Watkinsville. 6 mi. to Sanford Stadium: this is the perfect location for rest & relaxation.

Five Points Charming Cottage

Experience one of Athens' most beloved neighborhoods in this charming Five Points cottage. Take a short stroll into the Five Points village to pick up a book at Avid Bookshop, get coffee at Jittery Joe's, or visit one of Five Points' many pubs and eateries. Attend a UGA sports or cultural event without the hassle of parking and traffic. Reconnect with your favorite southern college town!

Atohi Treehouse: Creek View Small Home

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable treehouse escape. Perched high among the treetops, enjoy views of wildlife and a flowing rocky creek. This woodland oasis offers the private feeling of being secluded in the woods, but is located within a quiet neighborhood, 3 minutes from restaurants, groceries and 9 minutes to downtown Athens and UGA.