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Restored Historic House Downtown
Well-appointed, newly renovated, historic house just a half mile walk to downtown Athens' Classic Center.Enjoy all Athens has to offer with excellent proximity to all things UGA and downtown. This home was completely renovated and updated in 2023 with careful consideration of its original history that dates back to the 1940s. 2 bedrooms totaling 1 King and 2 Queen beds, plus an amazing kitchen, front porch, and onsite parking. Sidewalk the entire walk to downtown which is only a half mile away.

Entire 2nd Floor of Historic Farm House
Welcome to our warm and inviting historic farm home. Enjoy a quaint and cozy stay with easy access to Athens, UGA, Madison, Monroe, and Watkinsville. You will enjoy the entire second floor. The space offers two bedrooms with a queen bed in each, a third room with a double bed that can be used as a bedroom or common room, and a full bathroom with an antique claw foot tub and shower. There's no access to the downstairs. You can also relax on the front porch or back deck overlooking 9 wooded acres.

Classic City Cottage: Walk to 5 Points/UGA/Stadium
This bright and cozy 3-bedroom cottage sits in the heart of Five Points, Athens' most desirable, historic, and centrally located neighborhood. The home is steps from shops and restaurants, Milledge Ave., and UGA's beautiful campus. -1.5 miles to Sanford Stadium -2.5 miles to downtown You'll have access to the entire home, including the fenced-in front patio with seating and a gas grill. Perfect for families, friends, game days, and your furry friend! Athens is waiting for you-see you soon!

Greek Revival Farmhouse
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Pierce Farmhouse was built in 1870 as a wedding gift for a son. We have owned it for 20 years and have made another set of renovations to bring it back to its original charm and character while making it more comfortable with modern amenities. The farmhouse sits on 60 wooded acres in High Shoals and guests have access to our pond for fishing and river for canoeing. We are 20 minutes from Athens, and 15 minutes from Monroe and Madison.

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.

Clean, Comfy, Roomy 3BR/2BA Home - 13min to UGA
Clean, spacious midcentury home in quiet neighborhood provides a great place to unwind with nearby pond and wildlife. Lots of room to spread out and relax or prep for an event. A quick 13 min to campus/downtown or nearby restaurants. Internet,Netflix, pool table, coffee, tea, filtered water and snacks. Patio has chairs, umbrella, grill and lights. 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 fully appointed baths. Driveway parking. 2 week+ stays welcome. Contact us about shorter term availability.

A Cozy Athens Stay! Dogs Welcome!
Welcome to our lovely Airbnb in Athens, Georgia! We are experienced super hosts and have a handful of Airbnbs in the Athens area. This home is a classic ranch style house featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a nice living area, roomy kitchen, and a great screened in porch. Conveniently located, we are a short drive to UGA's campus, downtown Athens, Normaltown, and other surrounding areas. For those visiting for UGA football games, we are an easy 14 minute drive to Sanford Stadium.

Newly Built Home near UGA & Downtown Athens
Welcome to this newly built home with endless space and tranquility. Located only 8 minutes from UGA’s campus and stadium, this home is perfect for a getaway to Athens whether it’s for a game, festival , or to enjoy they many eateries around the town. This home is conveniently close to Terrapin Brewery, downtown Athens, and Sandy Creek Park. Guests will enjoy relaxing between outings and during colder months enjoying nights by the fire pit. This space is like no other!

The Garden Home - Steps From UGA Campus in Athens
Our cozy, 1950’s cottage is within steps of UGA’s campus and is perfect for game days, college visits, wedding guests, or a weekend getaway to the Classic City. It’s only a half a mile walk to Sanford Stadium, which makes it the perfect spot for football season. The home is less than a mile from downtown Athens and a mile from Five Points. Complete with stone paths and terraced landscaping, the large backyard is shaded by a canopy of oak trees.

City Dweller's Classic City Retreat
Walk to Bottleworks, downtown, Normal town, or Sanford Stadium from this charming in town home! Located in the Historic Boulevard District, you can enjoy all of the excitement Athens has to offer and then retreat to your own private, quiet space to recharge. With two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a full size pull out sleeper sofa, and a queen size air mattress, there's plenty of space to comfortably relax after a day of fun.

The Music Box - Home near the river, in town!
Welcome to The Music Box. This 3 bedroom house is tucked back in the Forest Heights neighborhood of Athens, GA. The Oconee River is just a quick walk down a wooded hill off the back patio. You'll most certainly see deer roaming the woods! Your hosts are long-time Athenians, Claire & Mike. Claire is a composer and touring musician. Mike is a home inspector. They both love bikes, travel, and most of all, MUSIC!

Walk to DT and Stadium from this Charming Cottage
WALK to downtown and Sanford Stadium from this charming mill cottage located in a historic neighborhood (approximately 15 minute walk to downtown and 25 minutes to stadium). The home is also a short walk to North Oconee Greenway and multiple parks. Come enjoy a football game, restaurants, nightlife, and breweries, just to name a few Athens highlights.
Popular amenities for Athens house rentals
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Camellia Grove

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Luxury pool home near UGA/Athens

SaviePlace: Basement suite with outdoor oasis

DT Home; Brand New Pool & Hottub; Porch; King Beds

Bright Renovated Home. Master on Main. Sleeps 8.

Home on 12 acres only 10 miles from Athens

2BR Suite w/ Pool Near UGA and Downtown
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Nantahala Way Station (A) Historic Blvd District

Game Day Retreat Just Minutes From Stadium!

Firefly -Walk to UGA & DT Athens via FireflyTrail!

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No Stairs, 86” TVs, King Beds & Massage Near UGA

Stylish Home w/ King Master • 5 Mins to Downtown

4br/3ba, Fireplace, Patio, Kitchen, 2 LR, W/D, New

Cozy Athens House walk to UGA/Downtown/Stadium
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Classic City Carriage House

The Betty is Bulldog Ready

Updated 3BR, 10 mins from UGA, close to downtown

Walk to Stadium! Stunning 5 Points Getaway

Renovated Cottage on 5 Acres near Athens!

Convenient, Comfy 4 Bed/4 Bath Athens House

The Storey Place

Historic Private Studio Apt. Behind Athena Studio
When is the best time to visit Athens?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$31,365 GYD | G$35,547 GYD | G$35,756 GYD | G$35,547 GYD | G$52,275 GYD | G$35,129 GYD | G$32,411 GYD | G$37,638 GYD | G$57,921 GYD | G$62,521 GYD | G$65,867 GYD | G$35,965 GYD |
| 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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Explore 930 vacation rentals in Athens

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Athens vacation rentals start at G$4,182 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
710 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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40 properties feature pools

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420 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
920 of Athens vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Athens stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Athens's top spots, include Georgia Theatre, Georgia Museum of Art, and Ritz Theater
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