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LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage!

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LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 784 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage!

  • 2021 full renovation to this charming cottage on Lake Hartwell. Enjoy the privacy of the woods and convenience of a covered boat slip. Property is located in Gumlog and is perfect for fishing, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. The neighborhood roads are privately maintained and a great place for walks and to enjoy nature. Tugaloo State Park is 2 miles away from the cottage and offers trails, swimming, and boat ramp. Boats are available to rent at nearby marina.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Lavonia, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Harbor Light Marina and Chickasaw Point Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Tugaloo State Park. Lavonia Cultural Center and Gateway Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lavonia travel guide
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GA, Lavonia

What's nearby

  • Tugaloo State Park
    6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia
    6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lavonia City Hall
    13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Lake Hartwell State Park
    13 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Lavonia Water Works Lake
    15 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station
    25 min drive
  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    13 min drive
  • Whataburger
    14 min drive
  • Arby's
    13 min drive
  • LongHorn Steakhouse
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Lake Hartwell, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tugaloo State Park and Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia. Lavonia Carnegie Library and Lavonia Water Works Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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LAKEFRONT Retreat! <br>Escape To Lake Hartwell in this lakeside cottage! Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean house, easy access to the lake boat dock Close to tugaloo state park boat ramp
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday retreat

Clean, comfy, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Extremely clean, great location. Quiet, relaxing time at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

We had a wonderful time. The property is beautiful and had everything that we needed. And we had the best time at the dock swimming and fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

The best

Friends and I stayed here for a couple nights for a music festival. It was a blast loved how we were on the water and the view on the dock is priceless
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

We had so much fun on our weekend stay here. The home is immaculately clean, smells wonderful & has the cutest décor! You can see the lake from the living room window - the walk down to the dock is easy & the dock itself is amazing! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and clean

House was cute and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Times

Our family enjoyed the forest surrounding the house and time on the dock swimming and playing on our kayak and paddle board. The house is updated with a nicely stocked kitchen. We had a relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great boat dock!

Stayed here for a short weekend getaway with our dog. Darrin and Renee were very gracious and responsive to questions. Place is as pictured and had everything we needed. The house is located in a quiet part of the lake, so we enjoyed hanging out on the dock and kayaking in peace without having to deal with a lot of boats. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

The lake property is just what we needed to spent time with my granddaughter before she goes back to school. We had a blast and we dodge hurricane Debby!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Work Buds

Easy process, house was everything we needed. Enjoyed the clean dock and the deep water for swimming. The house seems larger that the footage listed. Master bath was great. Lots of towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Short weekend

It was very clean and easy to get too by boat. It would have been nice to have a table on deck to eat. The one on it was rotten. Big drop from steps to dock. It woukd have been nice to have some furniture on dock and regular grill. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Hidden Gem

The house was the perfect size for just the two of us. We got away while the kids were at camp for a working week. The house was fully stocked with everything that we needed. They even allowed us to check out late since we had the boat with us. A word of caution. If you need to store your trailer at the house while there. Be aware that the roads are small and tight. It took my skilled husband to get it backed into the lot. Other than that. It was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Cottage on the Lake!

We are quite familiar with Lake Hartwell, but mainly on the SC side. This was our first time staying in the Gumlog area of the lake in GA. The owners did a great job on the renovation of this little cottage. It was super cute and super clean! Although the whole place was under 1000 square ft, it was great to have 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The views from the deck were great, as the house is situated on a wooded lot on a quiet cove. The area was very peaceful too! We didn't use the dock this time, but appreciated the owner letting us know about the power issues on the dock itself. We thought it may be difficult to maneuver our large pontoon trailer on the narrow neighborhood roads, but there is ample space. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and in a good quiet location. Check in was easy. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome stay !!! So cozy and cute and had everthing we needed, we will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is the PERFECT lake get away. They have a beautiful dock and boat slip. The walk from the house to the dock is not far at all! The home is nicely updated. The owners answered all my questions and were very quick to respond! We definitely plan to book here again! I would HIGHLY recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Everything about this place was perfect. The house is well stocked and super cute. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Great, clean house right on the water! everything we needed and comfortable for the 6 of us for weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House was perfect and had everything we needed and more. The location on the lake was great. And the owners allowed us to check in early which really helped us make the most of the weekend! We definitely will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful

Great house on the lake we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT house!

Cutest house on the water! The hosts had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July @ Lake Hartwell

The location was in a great area close to Tugaloo to launch our boat. The house was perfect for our stay, it was well maintained, clean and well stocked. The dock was in great shape for docking our boat for our stay. We would 100% book again to stay next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake

Beautiful house. Very clean!! Enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and comfortable!!

We truly enjoyed the peaceful get away. The house is nicely remodeled and on a dead end road which made it very quiet and enjoyable. We are looking forward to getting back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022