A firepit, a playground, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11390 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove
This charming lakefront property is the perfect getaway for large families, multi-family gatherings, and group gatherings.
LOCATION: Located minutes from Downtown Buford, Lake Lanier Islands, Margaritaville, the Mall of GA, as well as many restaurants, bars, and grocery stores. Local activities include boating, fishing, golfing, horseback riding, zip-lines, waterpark, state parks, wineries, and so much more. We are approximately 1.5 hours from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, depending on traffic.
HIGHLIGHTS: • Spend your days lounging on the 2-story private party dock, swimming, boating, fishing, or exploring the cove in one of the complimentary kayaks available to our renters. 90 steps from the dock at a 35% incline. • Bring your own boat at our covered slip or launch at the ramp conveniently located at the end of the cove or rent from one of several nearby marinas • Fully equipped kitchen w/ all appliances, pots, pans, glassware, plates, utensils, 2 coffee makers and Keurig, 4 slice toaster, electric griddle & generous supply of spices/seasonings, kitchen island/extra seating for 5 • Dining room directly off the kitchen with large table that seats 10+ and door opening to deck with views of the lake • Open living room with Smart TV, wood burning fireplace, comfortable seating for 8+, and two French doors opening to deck with views of the lake, gas grill, gas firepit, dining table and plenty of seating • Main level TV/game room with Smart TV, PS3 game console, board games, futon, foldout loveseat • Large master bedroom w/ woodburning fireplace, Smart TV, and private balcony w/ views of the lake • 4 additional spacious bedrooms with sleeping accommodations for 9 (2 on main level, 3 on upper level) • BRAND NEW 2022! Beautifully finished lower-level FULL BAR including a beverage fridge, industrial sized ice maker, sink, shuffleboard, (2) Smart TVs, spectacular wine cellar, and panoramic folding doors leading to spacious lower-level deck • Large lower-level deck has tons of seating including a 10-person picnic table and several lounge chairs • Additional lower-level living area w/ foosball table, Smart TV, and comfortable seating • Full laundry room located on lower-level w/ washer & dryer, iron & board, and extra full-sized refrigerator • Multiple gathering areas inside and outside where your group can all be together or separate for different activities • All linens are provided, including towels. • Circular Driveway with parking for up to 6 vehicles • Fast Internet with booster to allow for Wi-Fi at the dock
Note: there are 90 steps to the lake, with incline of 25-30 degrees. If you are planning to use the kegerator you MUST note that upon booking.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: Main Level: • Bedroom #1 – King bed; Smart TV; shared bath • Bedroom #2 – 2 Queen bed; attached bath • Game Room – Futon; Foldout Loveseat; Smart TV; Play Station 3 Upper Level: • Bedroom #3 – Queen; Private Deck; Fireplace; Smart TV; upper shared bath • Bedroom #4 – Queen; Smart TV; upper shared bath • Bedroom #5 – (1) single, (1) queen; upper shared bath Lower Level: • Lower Level Living & Bar Area – (2) Couches; (3) Smart TV; lower ½ bath
CONFIRMATION OF DATES: Please note that we sometimes receive multiple inquiries for the same dates and reservations are ONLY confirmed once payment has been made. Unfortunately, we cannot hold dates.
Keywords: Lake Lanier, Lake, Family, Family Retreat, Retreat, Family Reunion, Reunion, Lakeside, Lakeview, Lakefront, deep water, dock, boat dock, rental, lake rental, Lake Lanier rental, five bedroom, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, kayaking, waterskiing, paddle boarding, tubing, fishing,
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 50 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.
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
If guest is intending to use the kegerator they must request upon booking.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: There is a $150 fee for each pet, include booking
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: High chair and pack-n-play available
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed only outside of the home
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 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
About the neighborhood
Located in Buford, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course and Bear's Best are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buford Fine Arts Center and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Traveling with kids? Consider Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center and New Wave Cable Park. Jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Buford travel guide
Is Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove located?
This family-friendly Buford vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lanier, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Buford Fine Arts Center and Buford Dam Park. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Big Creek Greenway are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Location was perfect! Plenty of space for 10 of us, great dining room table for meals and games. Easy check-in, owner was very responsive to questions. Great food recommendations, too!
House was very clean and everything was incredible. The host was very informative and helped make for a smooth stay. Would definitely recommend to any large or smaller groups!
Very quiet, private spot on a beautiful39k acre lake. Dock and kayaks were great spots. Spent much more time enjoying the water than we would have at the beach. Comfortable, giant kitchen and dining area perfect for our group. Wet bar restaurant caliber. Rented boats and jet skis, fished. Plenty of chairs inside and out.
What a beautiful home! This gorgeous property had everything we needed. Our group ranged from 4 years old to 80 years old.ans we all had a great time and were all comfortable. The location is fantastic and the memories are abundant. Many thanks
Great family getaway! Superb property management communication; great space for fellowship and relaxation. Thoughtful inclusion of lake and house items for fun times, memory makers. Bring your own boat!
This home was the perfect place to spend our Christmas holiday! The number of rooms and bathrooms more than accommodated 8 adults. There are multiple decks as well as a two story dock where we could enjoy beautiful views of the lake. The large kitchen was well stocked and the layout was great for multiple chefs. We loved the huge dining table which had more than enough seating for meals and games. One of the highlights was the full bar which opened to a screen porch. Overall, this is a great home with wonderful common areas but many places to escape for some alone time. The owner was super responsive and a pleasure to work with!
This was an amazing lake house! We booked it for 7 days bringing with us our kids,grandkids and other family members! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there! We enjoyed the downstairs bar area,fire pit and the spacious decks! We brought our boat and the dock area was great, it was a beautiful lake! It was an incredibly clean house which is so very important to me!! We all loved it and would definitely come back!
We were thrilled with the property. It was beautiful and spacious for my husband and me, our two sons and their partners and our grandbaby. What a treat to spend time on the lake, play games, rent a boat and share my birthday together.
Good lake rental property. Hike down to the lake is a good little elevated walk workout when coming back up to the house! Owner easy to communicate with.
We had such a fantastic week at this house! Everything we could have needed and more. Location was great. The deep water cove was perfect. We floated everyday, all day. Thank you for such a wonderful family vacation!
The house was great, we were very comfortable. There was plenty of room for the six of us. It was fun, relaxing and had what we needed, we didn't need to go anywhere else. We loved the kayaks, fuse ball, entertainment space and proximity to the lake. We'll be back!!
The house was great and very comfortable. The property manager answered questions promptly. The only issue was the knives didn't cut very well and could be replaced.
Ultra clean (didn't even challenge my allergies!), spacious interior, great location for us, fully updated with very nice appliances, greatly appreciated the under-counter ice maker, 3 levels to spread out, loved the 2 story dock with 2 boat slips and 2 floating jet ski docks, same-cove boat ramp is very convenient, generous parking. Deb was immediately responsive and helpful. The home has everything we needed and more! Most likely will use again next year.
Just completed our family vacation and we must say that the property does not disappoint. Very well maintained older house with several rooms updated to current standards. Plenty of space to accommodate a large party. The new addition screened back porch is the star of the property. We spent a lot of time in it after spending a day of fun and sun down on the dock. Kids loved the kayaks and floating pads. If i was to give a negative, it would be the 70 stairs down to the water. Grandma made the trip once but it was a good workout for the rest of us. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a lake get-away.
7th time visiting the lake - have had several dif houses to stay in.. loved location and the close access to the boat ramp since we bring our boat. Circular driveway accommodated our 4 vehicles. Neighborhood equally nice and very walkable! The house is dated - could use update on bedding. Kitchen was ok - big sink but no garb. disp and wasn't installed well so didn't drain as well. Side by side fridge was a bit crowded but lower fridge helped. Lots of spices but had to buy garbage bags, paper towels, salt & pepper, pens, and plastic containers - also bought a few small bowls and left there since there were only 2. Large kitchen table was nice for our family of 7 adults and 3 kids and high chair was helpful. MANY smart tvs everywhere but confusing on all the remotes and which ones went where - need to be labeled and also some batteries dead so had to buy new ones - should have extra available. Upstairs are 2 small bedrooms and one master(?) but only 1 small bathroom with one sink. We missed not having a master bath.. Stairwell is tricky and had to use wall switch to light the way! Nice additions- Ice maker at bar, packnplay, screened in porch, lily pad, Extra baby toys & games, quick response from owner - IMPROVEMENTS - doors to decks (very difficult to open), Over 100 steep steps from dock to inside house and landscape really needs work, really don't have view of lake, could use keurig coffee maker instead of 2 of same kind, smoke smell indoor FP. Still enjoyed our stay!!
This lake house was absolutely perfect as the home base for our family reunion. The property was extremely clean, host was very helpful and responsive, the kitchen was well equipped, and it had plenty of space for us to hang out. The lower level bar was a fun perk as we watched the World Cup together, and we all enjoyed swimming, kayaking, and fishing off the dock. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay and we hope to return in the future!
The only 2 things I would mention is a railing at the front steps would have made it easier and safer for older guests. And the bed in the front first floor bedroom is very high. A step stool would have helped. Otherwise it is an outstanding place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
kim r.
21 September 2025
Loved this home! Spacious and convenient. Would recommend to anyone
We really enjoyed our stay! The house was great, and was able to accommodate our family and friends of all ages. Host was excellent at communicating!There are quite a few stairs to get down to the dock, so just something to keep in mind should stairs be an issue. Highly recommend this home!
Our group of 9 adults had an outstanding time at this beautiful, spacious home!! Our host(ess) Deb was the best with her quickly responses, courteousness and overall enjoying hospitality! We would highly recommend!
We had a fantastic time at this beautiful home on the lake! Perfect home, perfect spot! Owner was great, very responsive. We will be going back, hopefully soon!