
Waterfront vacation rentals in Gainesville
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Explore 40 vacation rentals in Gainesville

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Gainesville vacation rentals start at G$23,040 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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40 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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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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Top-rated waterfront 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.
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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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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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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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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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Modern Treehouse on Toccoa with Waterfall +Hot Tub
Tucked away on two secluded acres along the scenic Toccoa River, River Rock is a one-of-a-kind treehouse retreat where modern comfort meets nature. With thoughtfully curated interiors and expansive outdoor space, this home offers a serene blend of comfort and quiet luxury. Wake to soft natural light, enjoy the sights and sounds of the river, or unwind by the fire beneath the stars — all surrounded by nature’s beauty, especially magical in winter. We’d love to host you — book your stay.
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Lakeside Retreat - Perfect Getaway for Couples
Lakeside Retreat is a cozy cabin perfect for couples on Lake Lanier. It is located in Dawsonville, Georgia with close proximity to numerous wineries, downtown Dahlonega, outlet mall shopping, wedding venues, and so much more. The kitchen and bathroom are stocked with most anything you might need while traveling. You will love the jetted tub as well as the comfy king bed. (You will have the entire place to yourselves as the basement portion is currently being used as storage.)
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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
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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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Lakefront Apartment near Lanier Olympic Park Venue
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River romance apartment on the river !
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Norcross/Atlanta:Entire Unit H,FASTWiFi, FreeParkn
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The Hooch Hideaway
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Beautiful private pool, basement apartment
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Top floor
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This Must be the Place! Lake Lanier!
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Waterfront house rentals

Wahoo Hideaway Cottage-Lakefront Retreat on Lanier
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Yellow Brick Road - 6 Bed House on Lake Lanier
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Stylish Lake House Getaway w/Dock in Peaceful Cove
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Pet-Friendly Lake House with Private Dock
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Lake view, great sunset view off dock, 3 bedrooms
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Beautiful Creek and Waterfall for Your Summer Stay
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A Cozy Retreat with Jacuzzi- Your Nature Get Away
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Gatsby Luxury Lake Lanier
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Waterfront condo rentals

Chattahoochee River House 2
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Bulldog Bungalo 5 star Flat
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Mountain Lakes Retreat
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Newer Cabin/Condo-Directly on Toccoa River No Pets
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Riverside Bears Den - Central Location
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RiverLife on the Chattahoochee, Downtown Helen, Ga
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Chickadees Lake Lookout | Big Canoe, Lake View
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Rivers Edge 802
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$51,317 GYD | G$51,317 GYD | G$49,851 GYD | G$56,135 GYD | G$58,439 GYD | G$63,675 GYD | G$59,696 GYD | G$56,344 GYD | G$51,527 GYD | G$52,365 GYD | G$51,317 GYD | G$52,574 GYD |
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