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~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description

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Welcome Home!
New Landscape, New Front Deck, New Everything!
Ultimate Open Concept & Entertainment Living!
Dining
Dining/Entertainment Area, seats up to 12.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 202100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Athens, GA
  • State Botanical Garden of Georgia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of Georgia
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Stegeman Coliseum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Athens, GA (AHN-Ben Epps)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Common area 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Futons

Downstairs Bedroom 4 (The "Dawg")

2 Double Bunk Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Futon

Upstairs Bedroom 1 (The Arches)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2 (The Stadium)

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3 (The Athena)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description

UGA & Athens Inspired Split-Level Home! Located in a well-established Athens neighborhood, less than 4 miles to the UGA Stadium & downtown Athens! Plenty of space to go around, and can sleep up to 14, or even 20 with provided blow-up Queen air beds! This was truly a labor of love and we thank all the early bookers that enjoyed & praised our efforts in the home! That being said, while they say pictures are "worth a thousand words", let me also paint a picture for you with words....As you drive up to this cozy split-level home you will have 2 driveways to choose from. Your main driveway leading into a 2-car garage, PLUS a secondary 100ft. long side driveway that can easily accommodate at least 2 full-size RV's! Walking up to the house, you are greeted by an enormous (18x12) front porch party deck with relaxing patio set that is mostly shaded under a giant oak tree! Perfect for a morning cup o' joe. Walking inside you are welcomed with a total Open Concept Kitchen & Dining Space. Sit at our oversized table in front of a cozy fireplace that can easily seat 10+ people. Want to watch the game while you're eating or playing games? No problem! We've added a 55" flat screen above the fireplace that can be viewed from anywhere on that floor! The kitchen area boasts an XL 9ft. Island that can seat an additional 3-4 people! All white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances & granite throughout! Gorgeous fall night outside? Stop by the bar station complete with built-in kegerator to accommodate your favorite brew! Then make your way through the sliders to an even larger (14x22) party deck out back! This backyard oasis would not be complete without a comfy seating & separate outdoor dining space; a propane fire table to keep you warm; a separate grill pad off the deck; and rounding out in our grass area where you can play a rousing game of cornhole (game included)! Got a little dirty from your friendly competition, or after coming home from the game? We have a large laundry room, equipped with laundry sink and pantry storage for all your extra groceries! Too cold or wet to relax outside? Come on down to the lower level where we offer a full sectional (equipped with Queen pullout bed) centered around another fireplace & 55" flat screen TV! Games and books flank either side as well, to tickle your intellectual senses! Tired after a long day of fun? Or maybe you want to send the kiddos to bed? Downstairs we offer their own separate "dawg" inspired sleeping quarters that includes TWO, 3-person bunk beds, so you can easily sleep 6 (weight limit to 1 kid atop ea. & 2 adults below each is recommended). For those midnight trips to the potty, we included a large, no-fight, 2-sink adjoining bathroom! Finally ready to call it a night yourselves? Unwind on our 3rd level in one of 3 bedrooms. The "Stadium" Room & "Athena" Room both offer Queen size beds and a shared bathroom, again with the no-fight, 2-sink convenience. Our "Arch" room is also the Master Bedroom, complete with King size bed & private (2-sink) Ensuite! All bathrooms boast the same cabinetry & matching granite as the kitchen! And, of course, all linens, toiletries, and kitchenware are included so that no matter what team you're rooting for, all you need to bring is your clothes, supplies (don't even need to bring your toothbrush!), and most important--LEAVE YOUR STRESSES BEHIND!
**NOTE**
1. The "Property Damage Protection" is offered by VRBO/HomeAway, but is NOT required. Nor can it be substituted in lieu of the "Refundable Damage Deposit" that is required.
2. The No Pet Policy is strictly enforced. Any evidence of a pet, from the walk-thru at check out, will automatically require a forfeit of 15% - 100% of the Damage Deposit.
3. Please no parking on any grass or dirt areas. Only use the 2 driveways on either side of the home. If addt'l parking is needed for extra guests, please [ONLY] park along the street, in front of the empty lot, across from the house. Thank you!

Property manager

Kristine & Mark Mahaffey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
IF smoking outdoors, please use Cig-Pots Provided!
BUNKBEDS: Weight limit of 140lbs. in Top Bunk of each Bunkbed, and 240lbs. in Bottom Doubles of each Bunkbed.
OUTDOOR: Please vigorously wipe off shoes on provided mats before coming inside. If shoes are extra muddy, removal before coming inside is preferred!
MAKEUP: Please use provided BLACK washcloths to remove makeup instead of linens CHAIRS: Please NO leaning back on any chairs, it may loosen/break them

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Athens

Located in Athens, this vacation home is in the city center. Sanford Stadium and Seney-Stovall Chapel are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Farmers Market and Georgia Square Mall. Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum and Demonstration And Teaching Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water tubing, and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Athens, GA

What's nearby

  • State Botanical Garden of Georgia - 4 min drive
  • University of Georgia - 5 min drive
  • Sanford Stadium - 8 min drive
  • The Georgia Theatre - 8 min drive
  • Classic Center - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kelly's Jamaican Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Falls Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Molly’s Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Butt Hutt BBQ - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ~ 9 Min. Drive to STADIUM ~ UGA Inspired Home + RV Parking--See Description located?

Located in the heart of Athens, this vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from State Botanical Garden of Georgia and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from University of Georgia. Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to downtown Athens
Wonderful home for Dawgs vs Tennessee football. weekend for a group of friends and our children. very clean, updated property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staceylyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alumni Trip
This rental is 10/10! My group consisted of 14 total adults that planned an alumni trip back to UGA for the weekend. The property was clean, spacious and even better than the pictures show. The kitchen/living room was big enough for our whole group to hangout together and tons of space to cook for the crowd. There were 3 full bathrooms with multiple sinks and plenty of linens. Although we didn't take advantage, the back porch was also very large. Plenty of parking was available in the two driveways. The property itself was less than ~10 min from campus and a little further to downtown, with plenty of Ubers available for transportation. Only thing I would note is the top bunks of the two bunk beds are only sturdy enough for a child or very small adult - which the description says and wasn't an issue for our group! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wedding weekend
This house was perfect for hosting a 30 person rehearsal dinner (with permission)! Plenty of room for parking off street and for gathering inside and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Property was perfect for our football weekend! Very clean and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House
The property was as advertised. It was sufficient for our reunion. We liked it enough to do it next year as long as new mattresses are placed in house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Was very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation weekend
Everything went great was very pleased with the property would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Thank you.!!
Stayed 24 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable family Oriented Home
We visited the Athens area for an extended weekend for a family wedding. This home was a perfect setup for our extended family. It’s comfortable and conveniently located to multiple parks suitable for kids of all ages, to the UGA campus, and to Athens downtown area. Thank you for a great stay Kristine!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas
Our stay was just as described. We had a great experience. The house had lots of sleeping and gathering space for our family. The property manager was prompt with answering questions and giving instructions. Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Nice place to stay for a game
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property
Perfect quiet neighborhood. Was great to stay here for a game. It was quiet when we needed it, and easy to get to downtown Athens for the game environment
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice property
The house was in the perfect location. The only issue was that the house slept only 8 people instead of the promised 16, so we had to buy a few air mattress
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kyle w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like home
I rented this house for me and two coworkers and it was leaps and bounds better than a hotel. We had three adults and could have accommodated two more comfortably. Great host communication. Enjoy the new Costco!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carri V., Cumming, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house!
Absolutely fantastic UGA house!!! Perfect place to celebrate a graduation or a football game or just a stay in Athens!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Alma, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OLE MISS SOFTBALL 2022
I was there for the 2022 Ole Miss @ UGA softball series. My group enjoyed time together between games with spacious living area. The back deck has a gas grill and fire pit. Seating for 10 to 12 people. The dining room has seating for 12. This is my second time renting this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UGA dream house
Great location. Great for a group!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic locale with great features
We really enjoyed our stay at the Rhodes House and really enjoyed the openness and great features of the home. It is conveniently located within minutes of the UGA Campus as well as many other services and places of interest. It is a great place for a big family and offers plenty of comfortable sleeping arrangements. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing and fun-filled time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David P., Statham,ga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay.
We stayed 2 weeks and really enjoyed our stay. Great place to stay. Plenty of parking, and house was stocked with everything you need. Communication was great with host. Check in and out was a breeze. Would stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

M H M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Women's Senior Golf
House was great and location was excellent for playing Jennings Mill and The Georgia Club, as well as, to Five Points for restaurants. Had inquired before going about grill, and was told it was propane. The tank was empty and could not be remedied until the next day, which was unacceptable. Property manager suggested I go get it filled or to use the broiler. There was no broiler pan in the house. Only one kitchen towel was provided. Also, one of the gals spilt a bit of water, grabbed a paper towel to wipe it up and it came up black. We all new not to go barefoot as the flooring was filthy. On the positive note, coffee was provided and toiletries were plentiful, plus paper towels and toilet paper. All said the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

June O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding and Christmas celebration.
Great place to stay with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Retreat
Kristine was awesome. Easy checkin and check out. I recommend this property for future guest
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keegan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Athens Stay
This was a great house in a great location. The owners were super helpful and communicative and I would 10/10 recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laverne H., Winder

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really love the house it was a few old ladies just want to get together for the weekend .
The property was very clean and well kept . Everyone loved it Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
The house is a very relaxing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kristine & Mark Mahaffey

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Why they chose this property

All UGA themed, without being Tacky! Go Dawgs!

What makes this property unique

Designed for large party entertaining with large decks, Open Concept Living, and Extra RV parking!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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