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 G$10,461 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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    Over 7,130 verified reviews to help you choose

  • 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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A spacious luxury home is set within a lush wooded landscape, surrounded by tall trees. A large driveway leads to the entrance, highlighting the stone and wood exterior. The garage is visible on the left, complemented by manicured gardens and outdoor seating areas.
Home in Gainesville
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

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!

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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
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 433 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.

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Home in Gainesville
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 153 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!

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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
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 130 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.

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The outdoor area features a private, circular above-ground pool surrounded by a wooden deck. Lounge chairs are positioned nearby, with a pink inflatable float resting beside the pool. The house stands in the background, framed by trees that provide a lush green backdrop.
Cottage in Gainesville
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Charming Lakehouse w Pool, Sauna & Boat Dock

Retreat with everything you need. Fully furnished and tastefully designed 3 bedroom home on a quiet 1 acre private property, with a short 5 min walk to a shared boat dock. Home has all the conveniences for a perfect getaway. Enjoy our New barrel sauna(extra Fee applies), campfire in the evening or just enjoy wildlife site seeing. Rent a boat and explore Lake Lanier or relax by the pool. Great for families and those looking to get away to recharge. * POOL CLOSES END OF SEP, OPENS IN MAY!!

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A shaded dining area features a large table surrounded by six comfortable chairs. A blue umbrella provides coverage, complementing the vibrant colors of the nearby poolside loungers. The pool, with clear water visible, is situated in a spacious backyard adorned with greenery and decorative plants.
Home in Gainesville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

House with private pool nr Lake Lanier

Bring the whole family/friends to enjoy this comfortable home nr Lake Lanier with lots of room for fun. The home sits on a hill with private wooded lot across the street from the lake with seasonal lake views. Enjoy a private pool/backyard with plenty of seating and gas grill for cookouts. Large basement with lots of gaming options, workstation, and outdoor fire pit off the back deck. Pet friendly home. Port Royale Marina is 5 min away and close enough to dining options in Gainesville area.

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The A-frame cabin showcases a striking black exterior, complemented by large windows that invite natural light. A stone chimney adds character, while the surrounding trees provide a serene backdrop. A stone pathway leads to the front entrance, enhancing the welcoming appeal of the space.
Home in Gainesville
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

A Cozy Retreat with Jacuzzi- Your Nature Get Away

Looking for a quiet, cozy retreat? You’ll love this beautiful A-frame cabin, surrounded by trees & nature the perfect getaway for couples, families, or friends. Sip your favorite tea or coffee on the wraparound deck, sit around a crackling fire pit, unwind in the jacuzzi, or nap in the hammocks beneath the trees. Take a stroll to the lake or explore nearby hiking trails. This peaceful area offers true relaxation and you’re only 20 minutes from some of Georgia’s best wineries and vineyards.

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Guest suite in Gainesville
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 150 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.

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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
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 189 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?

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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, 302 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.

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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, 234 reviews

Treeview Terrace (Workspace - Deck)

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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A charming exterior view of the home is surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees. A stone pathway leads up to the entrance, where a spacious deck with seating overlooks the forested area, inviting relaxation among nature.
Home in Gainesville
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

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

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