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Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock.

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

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Gainesville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Chicopee Woods Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Brenau University
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

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A family-friendly stay in Gainesville awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be steps from Lake Lanier and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Chattahoochee River. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Gainesville holiday home include Road Atlanta and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of North Georgia - Gainesville Campus - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Chicopee Woods Golf Course - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Brenau University - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 19 min drive - 15.5 km

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock.

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.

Property manager

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Small breeds up to 25 pounds allowed @ $150 each

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. ?

The closest beach to Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. is Sunset Cove Beach (16.2 km).

Does Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. ?

No, Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Summer is better at the lake! Great lake views. Easy walk to dock. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dwight J.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake Place!

It is not easy to find places on lake Lanier like this one that has such easy gently sloping and close access to the dock. And a great view! It was also a wonderful lake cove location, pretty and calm and quiet. We never saw another neighbor. The house is laid out well and very conducive to visiting without feeling like you’re on top of each other.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barrett C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dorsey

Great location right on the lake! House was very accommodating, but could have used a bit more cleaning and spider web removal. Other than that, my folks had a great time celebrating a family milestone. I would use this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayna N.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mark G.

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

10/10 Excellent

carolyn c., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Place on the Lake

We were so happy when we found this home. On the lake, with a dock, and a nice easy slope down to the lake. This is rare as most of them have very steep lake access. It is in a beautiful cove that is just the right size. Not to small and not too big. It is on Flat Creek which is one of the better fishing areas, and the cove is deep out in the middle. Very nice area - quiet and surrounded by woods. We saw deer, squirrels, birds, ducks, geese. The only disappointment on our visit was that we didn't see any fish, LOL. We fished really hard from the dock but conditions were not good for fishing. There is a large fire pit and outdoor kitchen with lots of seating around. The house has an upper deck and lower patio also with great seating. Despite the cold weather we spent much family time outside.We loved the layout of the home. On the main (lower) level is a King bedroom with private bath, plus the kitchen, dining, living areas, laundry room. Perfect for our older couple as they had no stairs to deal with. Upstairs are 3 more bedrooms. One with private bath. The two other bedrooms share a bath. There is also an upstairs den where the family enjoyed games. We were there over NY. We had family in from TX and this home was perfect for us locals to spend time with them. We had our traditional NY southern meal at the dining table which seats 10. This table was also great for family card games.Kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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., Haddonfield, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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, Miami, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

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

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