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Belle Haven Cottage, Lake Lanier Waterfront, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 11

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 112500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

With a stay at this vacation home in Gainesville, you'll be on the waterfront, a short 3-minute walk from Lake Lanier and within 3 minutes by car from Chattahoochee River. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Lake Lanier Olympic Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mall of Georgia - 29 min drive - 31.2 miles
  • Chateau Elan Winery - 31 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 35 min drive - 30.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Mac Gainesville - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Senor Fiesta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Belle Haven Cottage, Lake Lanier Waterfront, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 11

"Like staying in your own private resort — the owners thought of truly every single thing." — Ellen M.
That's what our guests say. Here's what that means for your weekend...

Some Lake Lanier rentals give you a view of the water. Belle Haven Cottage gives you the dock, the cove, the hot tub under the stars,a cozy fire circle and a house that's actually built for your whole group to spread out. It's one of the most complete lakefront rental experiences on the lake — and it fills up fast.

Planning ahead? Many guests save Belle Haven Cottage to easily find it again when finalizing travel dates.

Property overview
Guests: 11 | Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 4.5 | Waterfront: Yes — private dock on a no-wake cove
Location: Gainesville, GA — 10 min to downtown, 1 hour from Atlanta

Outdoor features
— Private dock with direct no-wake cove access (swimming, canoeing, fishing, paddleboarding)
— Boathouse sky deck with elevated panoramic lake views
— 10-person hot tub (outdoor, open sky)
— Fire pit circle with seating
— Gas grill + charcoal grill + outdoor griddle
— Multiple outdoor dining and lounge areas

Indoor features
— Terrace-level game room with custom bar, full-size refrigerator, and 65" smart TV
— Chef's kitchen with coffee bar, multiple brewers, full spice pantry, and all cookware
— Multiple smart TVs throughout
— High-speed WiFi

Sleeping arrangements
Suite 1 (main level): King bed, en-suite bath with soaking tub, shower and step-free access
Suite 2 (main level): King bed, en-suite bath with multi-jet spa shower, step-free access
Suite 3 (terrace level): King bed, fireplace, private mini coffee bar, spa shower, private deck to hot tub/firepit
Bunk room: Queen bed + three twin XL bunks, smart TV, locker-style closets

Ideal for
Bachelorette parties — Birthday celebrations — Family reunions — Friend group weekends — Guys' trips — Corporate off-sites and retreats

Location and nearby
Belle Haven Cottage sits on a quiet cove on Lake Lanier — Georgia's largest lake and the Southeast's most visited — just minutes from everything you'd need. Downtown Gainesville is 10 minutes away with restaurants, breweries, and shops. Day trips to Dahlonega wine country, the mountain town of Helen, and Dawsonville are under an hour. Atlanta Hartsfield is approximately 1 hour south.

Availability and booking
Peak season (May–September) and holiday weekends book well in advance. If the dates are open and the fit is right, we recommend reserving sooner rather than later. We respond to all inquiries quick as a wink and are happy to answer any questions about the property before you book.

House rules summary
No smoking indoors. No unauthorized events or parties beyond the listed guest count. Quiet hours after 10 PM out of respect for the cove. No Pets
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

636186

Belle Haven Cottage, Lake Lanier Waterfront, Dock, Hot Tub, Sleeps 11 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t say enough good things about Belle Haven Cottage! The house is amazing and the host has put so much thought into all of the little details to make your stay perfect. Our family had the best time and we will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was incredible! We made a ton of memories and enjoyed each other’s company! Thank you to the hosts for thinking of everything :)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blaine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. Well maintained with all the amenities advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elysa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were in Gainesville for a family wedding, so several family members stayed at this amazing lakefront retreat. We all agreed it was the most fabulous VRBO we've ever stayed in! It was so accomodating with comfortable beds, fully stocked bathrooms and kitchen with wonderful snacks and drinks provided. The coffee/hot chocolate/apple cider/tea station was a huge hit! The downstairs was incredible. My 3 grandchildren loved it! There were games, movies, plenty of hot tub towels and even a fully stocked pirates chest! The icing on the cake was THREE bedrooms with a king bed and ensuite bath in each! Hot tub and kid's bunkroom were certainly a bonus too! The Christmas decorations were charming and made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you Annette!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zacharia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate property that exceeded our expectations in almost every way! Amazing host who was incedibly helpful from booking throughout our entire trip. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

This rental is a MUST!

If could give this property 100 stars, I would. It was so perfect for our family of eight. Small things, like having the wifi info in big print multiple places...that was huge! My kids did not have to ask me once for the info. There was a snack basket and water when we arrived. Of course, the kids loved that. The house is so comfortable and has so much space. There are coffee nooks all over. We had family movie night in the basement. So, so comfortable. The dock had fishing, swimming, sunbathing. We had jet skis delivered to us for a few days, thanks to a recommendation of the owner. The location is close enough to everything, but far enough away you feel you are getting away. My husband and I love to cook, and the kitchen had everything we needed, including and outdoor grill where we were able to do a hibachi night. We will absolutely be back. The best lake vacation experience and it would not have happened without this amazing rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack J.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate P., Buford, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t wait to come back!

The pictures are beautiful but truly do not do this property justice. It is impeccably decorated, extremely comfortable, an absolutely beautiful home on a lovely property. The owner seems to have thought of literally everything! We had a wonderful day and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maja B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas 2024

We absolutely loved staying here! The cottage is very welcoming, beautifully decorated and fully stocked with everything you may need, including coffee, toiletries and fire wood. Great experience overall!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista O., Lakeland, Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

This beautiful home was perfect for a relaxing girls trip recently. It's beautifully and thoughtfully appointed; we loved all of the little touches like the well stocked coffee bar, the toiletries, even the fire wood. Annette was wonderful to work with! Like most homes in the area, it's a steep climb down to the dock/lake, but as we were there in November, we enjoyed the views from the deck, patio, and the hot tub. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Getaway, Quick Drive From Atlanta

Hot Tub + Fire Pit + Canoe = Great Outdoor Family Fun. Lots of s’mores and lake activities got all our teenagers outside and off their screens for a bit with all the comforts of home. What a nice break!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Lanier Stay

This property was clean and well maintained. The kitchen had all we needed to have home cooked meals and snacks as needed. It is kid friendly with various toys and activities and a playground for them too. The dock area was clean and ready to go, as was the hot tub. We would recommend it to anyone with a medium sized family group. It is easy to reach from Gainesville with handy grocery stores and nearby restaurants that please families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Want for nothing!

We had an amazing time at Annette's place. She was absolutely wonderful to work with. The house is stocked with everything you could possibly want or need for a vacation at the lake. She goes way beyond what you usually find in a rental property. The house is clean and comfortable and we watched the fireworks over Lake Lanier on July 4th from the dock. We fit two families comfortably. I highly recommend this home for anyone looking for a lake getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber H., Cumming

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Our stay at Bell haven was perfect. The house was beyond beautiful and had so many cute details. The owner was quick to respond and very helpful. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sensational Stay

Belle Haven is outstanding. Being there is like staying in your own private resort. The cottage is clean and modern with high-end amenities and appliances, but feels like a secret country house surrounded by flowers and butterflies. We enjoyed special seating spots for coffee or conversation and larger areas for gathering for games or a meal at the dining table which seats ten. The charming décor and special touches make the space feel posh but also cozy and relaxing. Beds were comfortable and had plenty of pillows. It is a lovely property nestled into beautiful landscape but also near grocery and restaurants. The cove is secluded and offers wonderful opportunity to swim and play in the water. The owners have thought of truly every single thing (games, fluffy towels, kitchen necessities, coffee/tea/cocoa bar, books … the list goes on) to make a trip fabulous, and they went above and beyond to make our family trip amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

This home was above our expectations. House was clean, modern, clean and exactly as it is advertised. Annette is great. She has thought of every thing in regard to what you need in a rental home. All the bedrooms were spacious and the beds comfortable. Kitchen has every thing you will need. Her coffee station is amazing! You can not go wrong if you are thing of renting this home. We will again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Trip

Our annual family Christmas Trip Was amazing. I have never stayed at property that was so well stocked or had more accommodating hosts. Everything was fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023