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Cozy and serene fishing cabin, Family Traditions, private dock and lake views.

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A wooden deck with a railing, large windows, and two planters.
A room with large windows, wicker furniture, and a glass coffee table.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two glass wine glasses on a glass table, and a view of trees through large windows.
A wooden cabin with large windows, surrounded by a forest.
A forested area with a bench and a picnic table near a body of water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Gainesville, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

With a stay at this vacation home in Gainesville, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Lanier and Regal Hollywood - Gainesville. .This vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Chattahoochee Golf Club and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Smithgall Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 27 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Mall of Georgia - 43 min drive - 29.4 miles
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 45 min drive - 29.0 miles
  • Chateau Elan Winery - 49 min drive - 27.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lanier Diner - ‬10 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.

Cozy and serene fishing cabin, Family Traditions, private dock and lake views.


**Autumn Leaves & Holiday Traditions – Cozy Lakeside Charm at Lake Lanier**

Trade the hustle for the harvest this season at **Family Traditions**, a vintage lakeside retreat where the air is crisp, the coffee is warm, and the memories are legendary. Nestled in a peaceful cove on Lake Lanier, this is the ultimate spot for an cozy fall getaway or a holiday home base that actually feels like home.

**Fall Into Lake Life**
* **Front Row Seats to Fall:** Watch the trees turn to gold and crimson from your sunroom or two-level deck. It’s the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or afternoon cider.
* **The Great Horseshoe Tournament:** Take advantage of the cool autumn air with a family horseshoe match in the backyard—bragging rights included.
* **Crisp Cove Adventures:** Paddle through the quiet, glass-like water of our private cove in the provided kayaks, or enjoy a sunset from your private single-slip dock.

**Holiday Magic & Hearty Feasts**
* **Grandma’s Kitchen (Legacy Included):** Our fully stocked kitchen is ready for your secret stuffing recipes or festive holiday cookies. The sunroom dining area has plenty of room for the whole crew to gather.
* **Cozy Fireside Legends:** When the sun sets, retreat to the wood-burning fireplace. We provide the firewood—you provide the stories (and try not to burn the marshmallows!).
* **Holiday Movie Marathons:** Curl up in your PJs for a binge-session with our library of family movies and games, designed to turn a rainy day into a family legend.

**Winter Lake Access**
The dock isn't just for summer! It's your headquarters for quiet winter fishing or simply judging the ducks' synchronized swimming. Plus, your booking includes our digital guidebook with local discounts for boat rentals if you’re planning a holiday cruise.

**Room for the Whole Crew (Sleeps 9)**
* **Main Floor:** King master with private deck access—perfect for a peaceful escape.
* **Upstairs:** A mix of Queen and Twin beds to accommodate the kids, the teens, and even the cousin who snores like a chainsaw.
* **Basement:** Extra full bath for quick post-lake rinses.

**A Note for a Stress-Free Stay:**
* **Parking:** Limit to 3 cars in the driveway (no grass or street parking).
* **Quiet Hours:** 10 PM – 7 AM (the ducks appreciate the peace!).
* **Safety First:** No fireworks or firearms allowed. Per county law 9 folks max at all time and Primary renter must be 25+.

**Start your newest family legend this season. Book your fall or holiday escape at Family Traditions today!**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

County law states minimum age 25 to rent and quiet hours are 11pm-7am

Per federal law, no fireworks, firearms, or any other explosives on the property.

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
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
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

Cozy and serene fishing cabin, Family Traditions, private dock and lake views. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BOBBY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing trip with my boys. Got to fish a lot and spend some time together. Easy walk to the dock and lake. House was well equipped for the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

E O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just wonderful! Beautiful views, had fun playing horse shoes and spending time with family we haven’t seen in a very long time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised. No real issues. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

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

As advertised

Everything was as advertised and the host was wonderful!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan Shaffer

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host could not have been more responsive and helpful before our trip, and she assured us she'd be available if we needed her while we were there. The house was spotless! The driveway is quite steep as is the walk to the dock, which is in a quiet cove. There are plastic chairs and a table to use on the dock, and the view from there across the lake at sunset was gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

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

Beautiful peaceful home

First of all the property owner is super super nice! She answers questions very fast and helps you out anyway she can! The home was very clean and so peaceful on the lake! It's very roomy! We had 2 kids under two and the high chair and playpen came in very handy that was at the property! We will return to this rental again if we are in this area.we enjoyed your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Will H.

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

No courtesy

The check-out time listed in the instructions is 11:00 AM. At around 10:15 AM, while we were outside getting ready to leave, a white VW convertible driven by a woman circled the cul-de-sac. She left briefly, then returned a few minutes later and parked directly behind our truck and boat. She didn’t say anything—just waited there until we pulled away, all before the official check-out time. The whole situation made me feel uncomfortable, as if we were being pushed out or evicted. It felt completely unprofessional and disrespectful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025