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Fall football getaway! Lake view & private dock. Outdoor kitchen. Fire pit

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Aerial view from lake to back of house.
This cove is fantastic! See it from almost every room. Gentle slope from house.
Aerial view of back of house.
Fire ring just below outdoor kitchen. All within eyesight of dock and house.
KitchenAid grill with side gas burner and sink in the covered outdoor kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 112400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    1 min walk
  • Gainesville Theatre Alliance
    10 min drive
  • University of North Georgia - Gainesville Campus
    11 min drive
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    11 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Living Room 1

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Fall football getaway! Lake view & private dock. Outdoor kitchen. Fire pit

House, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 11)

This remodeled Lake Lanier home that we call our Blue Heron Cove house is the perfect spot for your lake vacation. Located on a huge cove, this waterfront property has lake views from almost every room. The house comes with a private dock with party deck on a quiet area of the lake in Gainesville. Bring your boat (or rent one) and park your trailer in the spacious driveway.

The Blue Heron Cove house is well suited for family gatherings, a family reunion, 4 couples or even buddies in town for a fishing tournament or a golf getaway. The property is only a few steps to the dock and lake, and the grassy area gently slopes to the water. The professionally built outdoor kitchen and the fire ring make the outdoor spaces complete and enjoyable in all seasons. The house is convenient to shopping and restaurants in Gainesville. Lake Lanier Islands Resort and water park is about 25 minutes away.

There are 4 bedrooms (see below) and 3 full bathrooms and one half bath. There is one bedroom on the main level and the other 3 are upstairs. Two of the 4 bedrooms open to the upstairs deck and have wonderful lake views. You can watch people tube, ski or fish from the house or dock and enjoy the sunset as well. The main living area has large windows overlooking the lake. The kitchen and the eating area can seat 10 people comfortably for dinner. There is seating outside on the patio as well.

WI-FI is available. There are two flat screen TV's (satellite service); one on each floor.

On the dock, you can sit and enjoy the sun on the upper part of the large party dock or stay below for more shade or fishing. Either location allows for a great view of lake activities. Port Royale is the closest Marina. Balus Creek or Mountain View are the two closest boat ramps. If interested, we have kayaks and paddleboards available for rent.


We are a residential location and cannot accommodate a large EVENT. Family gatherings, couples, mature women or men's groups are fine and welcome. If you have more than 10 or 11 people, please inquire about suitability of space. We strive to maintain our home in pristine condition and have found party events are not in keeping with the vision for our vacation rental. Thank you for your understanding.

**For additional sleeping capacity (3 adults), you can add the guest house for an additional fee, which has a king and queen bed with private bath. Inquire with owner for details.

***For gatherings that call for double or triple the space, check out our sister properties only 1 door down VRBO# 427011 or next door VRBO# 2784449.***

Bedroom Lay Outs

1. King (Ground floor bedroom); private bathroom.

2. King (Upstairs bedroom) - lake view- opens to deck. Shared bath.

3. Queen (Upstairs bedroom) and day bed with trundle in sitting area (2 twins). Perfect views; Opens to deck. Private bathroom.

4. Queen (upstairs bedroom). Shared bath.




Property manager

Joni Tuttle - Owner/Broker of Parkside Realty, Inc.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small breeds up to 25 pounds allowed @ $150 each

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no parties or events. If you want guests other than occupants to be on property for any reason, please message owner prior to booking.
No smoking or vaping in the house, on any covered areas, deck or dock.
Maximum number of vehicles is 6, unless approved. Please let owner know if you are bringing a boat trailer and the length of the trailer.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this vacation home is on the waterfront. College Square Shopping Center and North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Lanier and Elachee Nature Science Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, or check out an event or a game at Road Atlanta. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk
  • Brenau University - 11 min drive
  • University of North Georgia - Gainesville Campus - 11 min drive
  • Chicopee Woods Golf Course - 12 min drive
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Mejor De Michoacan - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect girls’ weekend
This house was perfect for our girls’s weekend - there were 9 of us and we had plenty of bed and bathroom space. The view of the lake was lovely - enjoyed sitting on the dock in the mornings and afternoons - very quiet section of the lake. Saw 3 deer on the property one morning. Very well stocked kitchen - five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake vacation
The property was clean and quiet. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch drinking my morning coffee viewing the lake and listening to and watching the wildlife. Enough room for our family of four generations staying there. Communications with property owner was very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bray Stay
The house was one of the cleanest VRBO homes I have ever stayed at. The house was terrific with a terrific view. The manager was extremely easy to contact and made sure everything went well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

casity b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake House
Great location and house on the lake! Easy to rent a boat or bring your own. We enjoyed our stay! Kitchen well stocked too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eve H.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Family
Day 1 was not good in that we were told we could check in at 2 pm, but shortly after the landlord/realtor arrived to come inside and take pics of broken shades. Then the lawncare crew arrives. Extremely loud and asking my parents to go inside so they can blow the grass they are edging around the property. This should have all been done prior to our arrival. I then had to clean a pile of trash off the shoreline, busted floats, alcohol bottles, a tampon....gross. We informed the realtor to be sure the grill was fiull of gas, it was, but it hadnt been cleaned in years, it took us an hour to take it apart and clean it before we could light it and then when we tried the stove inside there was no propane. The stove didnt work at all. The next morning we called the renter and they said they were aware the propane was low & switched the reserve tank on for us. That also should have all been done before arrival. Last thing we did not care for was that the renter said they own the house next door and it was vacant so her family decided to stay there & it truly felt as if we were being babysat on our vacation that we spent a lot of money for. The property is beautiful and this cove & dock are perfect for a great time on the lake. The following days were very enjoyable and I would recommend renting this gorgeous property, I would just ask the rentor to have these things managed better and ensure the rentee does not have all of these frustrations on day 1. arrival. s e
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time with family in a beautiful setting!
This property is well maintained and the very convenient to shopping and restaurants. The view is amazing and we enjoyed some beautiful sunsets. It was an unforgettable week for celebrating my husband’s 50th birthday! We hope to make it an annual tradition.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annalies D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and location
Second time staying here- perfect location and outdoor area for swimming and entertaining.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Make Memories with Family
Property just as described. Easy walk to lake, close to marina to pick up rental boat, great communication with Property manager,
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times
We had a blast. The house was fabulous and the host was even better. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location
We have stayed in this home once before and found the home to be well maintained and perfect for our growing family. Ideally located very near where I grew up so that our family can use the spillover space at the rental to ease some of the hosting our Mom used to have to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home and property
We really enjoyed our stay! My grandmother called the house a mansion. My mom said if she could own the house, she'd never leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Great location. The house was very clean and as advertised. Would definately stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation.
We were a family of 10 (from 70 to 3 years old) gather for the holidays on this beautiful lake house. Property was clean and spacious, kitchen well equipped, the bedroom on the first floor was perfect for us, the oldest, while the youngest stayed upstairs, everyone enjoy the house and the beautiful backyard, nice firepit and very beautiful sunset. Location is great, very close to supermarkets, restaurants and church, but once you get to the house you feel like you are far away, in a very peaceful place. Good communication with the host, easy check in and check out. I will love to rent this place again in the future, perhaps in summer time to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista & Gerald D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home on Lake Lanier
Wonderful stay during Christmas time. House perfect for our family of 5. Beds very comfortable, and all our communication with the host was informative, quickly answered and friendly! 5 stars!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake Property
This house and neighborhood really fit our needs. We always have a family Thanksgiving in Gainesville and this is the best house we have stayed in. The double ovens are great for Thanksgiving cooking needs, the half bath in the laundry room comes in handy too, and the big dining table was perfect for our family to gather around for the big meal. Joni was very easy to communicate with and the view on the lake was beautiful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Divine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is our second year staying at this property to attend the Divine Conference hosted by Free Chapel and it was again, a wonderful experience and stay. Joni is a fantastic host and immediately answered any questions we had. The house has direct lake access, which was very peaceful because of the house's location. Sitting outside with a coffee in the mornings and a glass of wine in the evenings was so lovely and tranquil. We also took advantage of the firepit as we enjoyed the weather and watched the stars You will not be disappointed with the property!! Thanks Joni for a great stay... we will see you next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome loxation and view
The house was perfect for our girls trip. It had more than enough room for 5 ladies (6 were planned). We loved the lake view and spending time outdoors on the dock, front and back patios, and at the firepit. The owners even left us firewood with a starter log. Gainesville is close enough for anything needed (restaurants, groceries, etc.). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Lanier House
The house is as described and everything was in very good condition and very clean. The dock is very close to the house and also in nice shape. While we were there we had very little boat traffic. Joni was very quick to respond to questions. We had a great time and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late Aug getaway
Terrific getaway during week. Quiet, few boats around. Fantastic renovated home on long quiet cove facing sw. Has everything, close to grocery stores, excellent ac, kitchen, outdoor bbq. Easy to work with property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation on Lake Lanier
Wonderful, relaxing vacation! Great time with our adult children. Great location, very easy access to shopping and entertainment. Lake access was just steps outside the back door. We rented a boat one day and enjoyed kayaking and floating the other days. Joni was very responsive in answering questions. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Great time had by all, this house is great for our family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Joanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Lake Retreat
Property was great for our large Family gathering. Awesome Lake views and double decker dock on a quite cove. Great outdoor kitchen and fire pit with gentle slope to dock. Plenty of parking with well maintained grounds. Comfortable bedrooms, nice bathrooms and open seating areas. Loved the large dining table, adjacent kitchen and laundry room. Worked out great for our Family and would definitely recommend to others. Would book again next time we come back to Lake Lanier.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue House
We have stayed at this location many times. It is a favorite of ours! Beautiful lake views. Good family spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic !
We did a staycation with our family - Most of us live within 40 miles of the property. PreThanksgiving week here was a perfect choice for our family -We had plenty of room and the outdoor fire pit allowed us to hang out as well - The house is at the end of a dead end road so it stayed really quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Thanksgiving
The house and location was perfect for our large family over Thanksgiving. We rented the main house as well as the guest house, which accomodated our large family. Close enough to visit Dahlonega, Georgia State Parks, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and of course several grocery stores. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joni Tuttle - Owner/Broker of Parkside Realty, Inc.

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Retired-- time to own a place at the lake.

My daughter-in-law, Joni Tuttle, manages the property.
Joni holds a real estate license in the state of Georgia.
GaRE License #252950

Why they chose this property

This house was the perfect location on the lake for me ~ close to my son's lake house. When all the family and grandchildren are in town we can all gather right there together on the lake for a fun time. The lake views in this house are wonderful and the walk is extremely gentle to the dock.

What makes this property unique

The view is absolutely fabulous and one of the main reasons for my purchase. The short walk to the dock is also nice.

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