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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 112400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Gainesville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Chateau Elan Winery
    ‪33 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, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Lanier and Oaks Miniature Golf. .This family-friendly vacation home is 17.7 mi (28.4 km) from Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Chattahoochee River.

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 26 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Mall of Georgia - 28 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 30 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Chateau Elan Winery - 33 min drive - 19.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬8 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.

Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit

House, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 11)

Blue Heron Cove 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 and park your trailer in the spacious driveway. You can also rent a boat from close by marina.

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.
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.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Small breeds up to 25 pounds allowed @ $150 each

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
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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake house for any getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family vacation. The house was very clean and has a nice yard that leads right to the lake. Has easy access to the property and is close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside layout was perfect for the seven of us. Outdoor grill area and fire pit were amazing. Nice quiet location in the lake! Host was wonderful and helped us with firewood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home in a beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home that is well-kept and well-equipped. The host could not have been more responsive. Our family group of 5 all agreed we hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing stay

Spent a long weekend at this beautiful lake house. Location was perfect and home was well cared for and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! We stayed here with family from out of town and it was perfect! The house is a perfect floor plan, clean and assessable to any and everything you need. The host communicated so well. You will love staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property

We rented the house the week of July 4th. The house was great and Joni was great to work with. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake House

Awesome views of the lake. We docked a boat easily and enjoyed the fire pit and outdoor space! The host was very responsive. We highly recommend and would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrea d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake life

Beautiful and peaceful home....kitchen pretty well stocked but i brought my supplies as well as we are all foodies! The outdoor space is wonderful for eating and grilling. We all loved it and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful place to share Thanksgiving

Joni was a wonderful host and communicated appropriately before and during our 4-night stay. The property suited our family’s needs (a long list) very well. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Love this place!!

This was a great property. It was clean, updated, well kept, and a great location on the lake. We really enjoyed staying at this property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwight J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great weekend!

We were in Gainesville for our daughter's wedding, and decided to rent this house with our friends. This is a great house with everything that we needed. The area is quiet, the dock is great, and the view of the lake is outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mark G.

Very nice property. Close to lake. Very well stocked. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joni is very prompt responding to questions. The home is a great space. We had 9 family members ages 8-88. The house has such great views of the lake and great outdoor spaces to enjoy the lake. Outside grill was handy. Stores are conveniently close by for anything you might need. Kitchen is spacious and you get to enjoy the views while working. The family is in agreement we want to plan a spring trip. We made good memories on our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Big, Spacious, clean house

It was a great place to stay while spending the days at Road Atlanta other friends and family. A great place for four couples to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Lanier

This home worked perfect for our group. Total of nine occupants. Six adults, three children under six. The location gives you that remote lake atmosphere but if a grocery run, shopping, or wanting to eat out is desired, your within ten minutes of about anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home on the lake.

A wonderful spacious floorplan, on an almost level lot. We caught lots of fish off the dock, and enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and grill. Property manager was helpful and attentive to any question. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As pictured

We had a great stay. Beautiful home with a great view of the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

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