Feel the embrace of southern hospitality while staying at this 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental house in Gainesville. This home is nestled along Lake Lanier with a private dock, but you'll be able to rent the watercraft of your choice from a nearby marina for lakefront fun. Downtown Gainesville restaurants, museums, and outlet malls sit within a 20-minute drive of this home. Plan a day trip to the mountain town of Helen 40 minutes north for access to hiking trails in state parks! -- THE PROPERTY -- Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin/Full Bunk Beds A well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of the city awaits at this lovely lakefront home. Boasting 2,900 square feet of living space, a private dock, and a tiered viewing deck, this property is sure to delight everyone in the group. Relax inside on the soft sectional couch in front of the flat-screen cable TV, mounted over the decorative fireplace. The wall of sliding glass doors allow for an abundance of natural light to fill this space while framing the lake views. You'll find a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops in the corner of the living space ready to help you cook up fresh meals. Gather around the banquet-style table, complete with trendy Tolix chairs, to enjoy your home-cooked creation. Show off your competitive side with a game of pool in the furnished basement. Onlookers can turn on the flat-screen cable TV, or head out to the covered patio for a friendly game of ping-pong or cornhole, weather permitting! Another day of lakefront activities merits a restful night's sleep in one of the 3 bedrooms. The king and queen bedrooms come equipped with flat-screen cable TVs so you can watch prime-time favorites from under the covers. -- THE LOCATION -- Soothing sounds of the ripples of the lake are sure to comfort you from this home's tiered viewing deck. Stroll along the dock, which features boat storage and a furnished upper deck. If you didn't bring your own vessel, make your way to one of the marinas within a 15-minute drive. Known as a kayak-friendly body of water, Lake Lanier is the perfect place to cruise the shoreline and explore its many inlets. Irresistible deals are waiting at one of the outlet malls in Dawsonville, a 20-minute drive away. Non-shoppers will be able to visit the Northeast Georgia History Center near Brenau University. Get up close to the Chattahoochee National Forest with a visit to the charming town of Helen. Located 40 minutes north, this town features local attractions such as the Tubing & Water Park, the Arts & Heritage Center, and the well-loved seasonal Oktoberfest! -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- ADDITIONAL DETAILS -- Key Residence Features: - Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, private dock, billiards table, ping-pong table, cornhole, tiered viewing deck, gas grill (propane provided), 4 flat-screen cable TVs, free WiFi, in-unit laundry machines, covered carport, and more - Scenic Gainesville location on an inlet of Lake Lanier close to marinas, 3 miles from Chattahoochee Golf Club, easy access to hiking, kayaking, and fishing, 40-minute drive from Helen with antiquing, heritage centers, and more - Nearest Commercial Airport: Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (~10 miles away) -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - No fireworks - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires stairs to access