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Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat

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Exterior
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Reviews
8.4

Very good

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Athens, GA
  • Popular LocationClassic Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Georgia5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanford Stadium7 min drive
  • AirportAthens, GA (AHN-Ben Epps)11 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Main Room

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat

Relax in our quiet townhouse retreat.
*note that the bathroom is on the second floor.

Downstairs has a dine-in kitchenette with microwave and toaster oven, a living area with a large screen t.v., sofa bed (mattress size is full but short), and a queen-sized bed.

Upstairs is a large, tranquil bathroom for pampering, as well as a listening area. Use our turntable or hook up your own media. Don’t forget to feed the squirr-I mean, birds!

The space
Don’t let your pup or kitten suffer from separation anxiety. Bring your fur babies along! The yard is completely fenced and there are treats waiting inside. Please leash your pet when not inside the gate, as there are many neighborhood cats afoot.

The pet fee isn’t automatically charged. Please pay upon arrival.
Dog Pet Fee -per pet/per visit:
$25 for 15 lbs. or less
$35 for 16-75 lbs.
$50 for 76 lbs. or more.
Cat Pet Fee $25
(Additional cleaning fee may be charged, if necessary. Please let me know you’re bringing a pet so I’ll use a dog friendly cover on the bed.)

We use almost all the cash apps, or cash! Details are posted on the fridge.

No smoking inside the house, please. There are ashtrays outside, but please be considerate and empty them in the trash can.

We have a toaster oven and microwave in the kitchen. Help yourself to soft drinks and water from the fridge. The storage area in the kitchen has chair cushions for the outdoor patio.

Play any albums you like in the listening area, while being respectful of the vinyl.

Don’t be alarmed if you hear a thud in the night- it’s those silly squirrels! We’ll be happy to remove the bird-feeders, though, if you’d like.

Enjoy your morning coffee outside or have a nightcap by the chimenea. There’s a barred owl right above you, and his call is beautiful!

Arches - 2.4 mi
Sanford Stadium- 3.5 mi
Coliseum - 3.6 mi
College Square Parking Deck- 2.7 mi.
State Botanical Gardens- 5.7 mi
Bishop Park Farmers Market - 0.5 mi
Dudley park - 3.8 mi
UGA Vet Teaching Hospital - 5 mi.

Guest access
There are stone steps from the driveway to the gate and then to the apartment in the backyard. The entire downstairs of the apartment is yours. Upstairs, the white partition closes off the studio space, which is off-limits to guests. Bands don’t practice when you’re there! We only use that area when we don't have guests.

Your pets are welcome anywhere in the backyard. They can’t hurt the monkey grass, so don’t worry! You are responsible for making sure gates/doors are closed and cleaning up after your pet. Use the blue poop can near the gate. Please quiet barking dogs or bring them inside. The neighbors thank you!

The pet fee isn't automatically charged by Airbnb. Please pay upon arrival.
Dog Pet Fee -per pet:
$25 for 15 lbs. or less
$35 for 16-75 lbs.
$50 for 76 lbs. or more.
Cat Pet Fee $25

(Additional cleaning fee may be charged, if necessary. Please let me know you’re bringing a pet so I’ll use a dog friendly cover on the bed.)

We use almost all the cash apps, or cash! Details are posted on the fridge.

GLITTER FEE: $50
Glitter is awesome and really sets a fun mood. But you’re gonna pay me $50 to clean it up.

PATCHOULI FEE: $50
Please don’t burn incense or sage the apartment. Some guests are sensitive to odors.

SURPRISE FEE: $50
So you almost bled out under the fridge or you spilled marinara on the bed, it’s understandable! But please tell me!

Property manager

Sharon McDearis

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 10 total
$25 -15 lbs. < $35 -16-75 lbs. $50 -76 lbs. +

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
GLITTER FEE: $50 Glitter is awesome and really sets a fun mood. But… PATCHOULI FEE: $50 Don’t burn incense or sage the apartment.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Athens

This holiday home is located in Athens. Taylor-Grady House and T.R.R. Cobb House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Seney-Stovall Chapel and The Georgia Theatre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sanford Stadium or Stegeman Coliseum.
Map
Athens, GA

What's nearby

  • 40 Watt Club - 4 min drive
  • The Georgia Theatre - 5 min drive
  • Classic Center - 5 min drive
  • University of Georgia - 5 min drive
  • Sanford Stadium - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min drive
  • Cookout - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 10 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat on 24 May 2024 start from AU$239.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Backyard Studio Retreat located?

Situated in Athens, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Farmers Market and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from University of Georgia. Landmark Hospital of Athens and Piedmont Athens Regional - Diabetes Education are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and Charming
We have stayed in quite a few rental homes, but this is the first one that has been a guest home located in the homeowners backyard. While we felt a little awkward at first parking in their driveway and walking through their side gate, once you enter the front door, you instantly feel welcomed. There were so many nice touches by the owner from having your names on a chalkboard, to supplying snacks and drinks and even dog treats and dog toys. This is the most welcoming to place to pets we’ve stayed at with dog bowls, towels and even a whole fenced yard to yourself. But the nice thing was, you couldn’t tell any pets had ever stayed there. It smelled clean and I didn’t find fur anywhere and the furnishings are very nice. It’s decorated so cute with art and little antique touches here and there. There is a squirrel and bird feeder by the window you can fill up. The yard is shady and has lots of seating and lighting. There were even large deer jumping the fences one night to visit! There are fans, games, a record player, art books. It’s a cozy, charming space that I wouldn’t hesitate to visit again! Thanks for welcoming us in!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a quiet, convenient, fun place to stay. We didn't meet our host but it was very easy to stay in touch with her, and she responded to our questions right away. It was a bit of a walk (downhill) from our car to the cottage, located in the owner's backyard. Also, the bathroom is on a second floor, which might pose a problem for guests who have difficulty navigating stairs. Still, we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly s., Cumming

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place To Stay w/your pups
We had a lovely stay this weekend - we were there for our Parents Weekends at the UGA. The place was just as described, and the yard was awesome for our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house with great host
Sharon is a wonderful host, has prepared a custom welcome message for us when we arrived at the house. Had few snacks and drinks prepared as well. The house is very nice, beautiful art on the walls, and the garden is marvelous. Our pups loved everything as much as we did! We'll certainly be back, thank you, Sharon, for hosting us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dinah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hip Athens
This carriage house embodies the artsy quirkiness of Athens. My UGA college child was over-the-moon when we were able to bring the family dog for the visit as well. Great back-yard space for dogs and humans. There was even a French Vouvray available in the fridge for an honor code purchase. You could slice Sharon's (the owners) Southern hospitality with a knife, so thick it was for all living creatures. Will now always be my go-to stay for Athens, GA.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

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Hosted by Sharon McDearis

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