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Gainesville vacation rentals start at G$22,964 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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40 of Gainesville vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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lake lanier lakefront, dock, kayak, king bed, pet
Beautiful lakefront home in Gainesville, GA with private 2-deck dock, kayaks, and life jackets for guests. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a finished terrace with extra sofa beds. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, washer & dryer, sunroom, free wifi, and smart TV in every room. Relax outdoor with fire pit or BBQ area overlooking the lake. A long driveway for boat trailers and free parking. Just 3 minutes to the boat ramp at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. Closed to local attractions. Pet Friendly.
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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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Yellow Brick Road - 6 Bed House on Lake Lanier
Nestled in the woods of a 50-acre property, Yellow Brick Road is a secluded lake house with dock access to Lake Lanier. Pet friendly with a grand fenced patio and several seating areas, including a tanning patio and fire pit. Fully renovated home that can accommodate multiple families. There is something for everyone here! Enjoy the calm waters at the tip of Lanier with fishing and water sports. Hike through 50 acres with a barn, horse ring, and huge field with wildlife like deers and turkeys.
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Hotub/ pontoon Boat/JetSKI Rental, 2 story dock
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
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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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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.
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Modern Luxury Lakehouse w/ Private Dock on Lanier
Get ready to do the lake in style! Nestled on the south end of Lake Lanier, this luxury residence awaits you and your dear guests. The house has 5 spacious bedrooms and accommodates 13 people. Enjoy lake views from every corner, kick back on a plush couch, or entertain in the stunning chef's kitchen! Whether you're ready for a lake-filled summer getaway or prefer to cozy up by the stone fireplace in the picturesque colder months, our home is prepared to accommodate the vacation of your dreams.
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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!
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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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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!
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Mt Plattmore on Lake Lanier Terrace
Lakeside with 3 Bedrooms 2 baths. 2 secure entries including a private rear entry. Beautiful wide views of the Lake, clear deep water, great fishing. Upscale resort-style double boat slip dock with huge 32x32 upper sun deck 20 ft up from water surface. The private apartment has a full kitchen, open living space, fireplace, patio and a gated deck with hot tub. Also features a large rock patio with fire-pit & access to sauna & fitness room on main level. Theatre room available upon request
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White Deer Lodge on Lake Lanier, dogs welcome!
Bring your boat & family to this great place w/lots of room for fun on Lake Lanier! Although lakefront, you can’t see the lake very well from cabin, & dock is about 200 yards from the house, down a gradually sloping wide path to get to dock/lake. Dogs welcome w/$100 fee per dog. One king bedroom is above the garage. Also, the upper level of our dock is now permanently closed, but the lower level is usable with an empty slip for your boat, & deck space to sunbathe & relax.
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Waterfront apartment rentals

The Hooch Hideaway
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River Suite For Two
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River romance apartment on the river !
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Lakefront Apartment near Lanier Olympic Park Venue
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Dachgeschoss
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Beautiful private pool, basement apartment
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Escape to Pond Creek north of Athens
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This Must be the Place! Lake Lanier!
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Lake view, great sunset view off dock, 3 bedrooms
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Spacious Family Lakehouse*Lakefront*Firepit
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Vista Lanier Getaway with lake access
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Rustic Cabin with Party dock and game room
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Cozy Lake House w/ Firepit, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Dock
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Fall. Relax. Repeat. European Designed Stay
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Stunning views, private dock, gorgeous home
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Pet friendly Modern Lakefront home with Dock
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Waterfront condo rentals

Overlooking the river Easy walk to Helen
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Chattahoochee River House 2
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Newer Cabin/Condo-Directly on Toccoa River No Pets
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RiverLife on the Chattahoochee, Downtown Helen, Ga
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Bulldog Bungalo 5 star Flat
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Downtown Helen Riverfront Condo 1BR 1BA 2nd Floor
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River's Song Condo- Convenient for Walking
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Riverside Bears Den - Central Location
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| Avg. price | G$51,148 GYD | G$51,148 GYD | G$49,686 GYD | G$55,949 GYD | G$58,246 GYD | G$63,465 GYD | G$59,498 GYD | G$56,158 GYD | G$51,357 GYD | G$52,192 GYD | G$51,148 GYD | G$52,400 GYD |
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