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Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock

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A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.
A spacious living area with a dining table, sofa, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story house with a garage, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A glass-top table with metal chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by trees.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Lanier
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Buford, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Fourth Bedroom

3 Queen Beds

King Room

1 King Bed

Primary Room

1 King Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Second Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock

Gorgeous renovated (2023) cottage with unbeatable South-Lake location. This house is on a unique sandy shore with huge open water views- not a shallow, stagnant creek/cove- it's perfect for swimming, or just a day in the sun.

Tie up on our private dock, grill out and dine on the deck.

Closest cove by boat to Margaritaville and the Lake Lanier Islands Waterpark- affordable boat and jet ski rentals are directly across the water (this is HUGE!).

This is our only property - we're not a faceless property management company - so we love to go above and beyond to personalize your stay. We love our house... and we work hard to make sure our guests have amazing experiences to remember.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Quick, shallow walk to lake
- TWO home workstation with monitors
- Large back deck with pellet grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2343166vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

About the area

Buford

Located in Buford, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Duluth Historical Society and Elisha Winn House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Buford Fine Arts Center and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Buford, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Perimeter Mall - 50 min drive - 67.6 km
  • Truist Park - 57 min drive - 78.6 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 28 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Twisted Oar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Landshark Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern House - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unbeatable lake location - best marina and unique sandy shore with dock located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps from Lake Lanier and within 3 mi (5 km) of Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Buford Dam Park. Chattahoochee River and Bona Allen Mansion are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife & I spent the first 2 nights alone celebrating our 31st anniversary, then all of our children & grandchildren joined on Saturday. We docked our boat on the lake & had a wonderful time! The lake was great & not crowded...after the 4th. Landshark Landing was just across the lake ..maybe 5 minutes by boat. We all had a great time! The house suited our crew of 11 very well.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and great location

We stayed at this beautiful property for 4 nights over Thanksgiving weekend. It was a great location and plenty of room for our family of 3 to stay, and be joined by my mother and sisters family of 5. Helpful and friendly hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great family retreat

House was beautiful, everything we could have hoped for. Didnt realize we'd basically have our own private beach (im assuming its shared, but no one else used it the whole week). Mitch was great and helpful- highly recommend staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home

This house was great, plenty of rooms and beds for a large group and the backyard is the best! Rented a boat and parked it in the dock that comes with the house, house has access to a small beach that is perfect for the doggies to play! Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful lake house

a week by the lake, of course there's going to be some spider webs around the property but other than that clean. Nicely appointed, very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We needed a place to stay during a major renovation at our house. We live close by and wanted to stay in the same area. Mitch's place was perfect for us! We have 4 kids and needed a place for everyone to sleep. We felt right at home with all the amenities of a fully functional kitchen and laundry room as well. We enjoyed walking down to the lake and the kids loved playing and swimming by the water. I wouldn't hesitate to stay again. Great fit for our family of 6.
Stayed 88 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Our family had an amazing time at this property. We have stayed at multiple other cabins on lakes around Georgia and this was our favorite because of the beach access. There is a nice, sandy area to wade into the water so it is perfect for kids and to be able to float around and hang out (bonus that it’s dog friendly and our golden retriever loves to swim). House was beautiful and clean and the owners were very prompt and helpful with any questions we had. Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Hosts and Awesome Property

We stayed at this property while work was being performed at our home. We were originally only going to be there for 1 month but we had to extend it to two months unexpectedly. We spent Christmas and New Year's there and it was like a home away from home. Mitch and Lana were incredible! They welcomed us in for the 1st month and then extended our stay with no issue at all. The home is beautiful, the view is incredible, and there are many things to do in the surrounding area. Highly recommended!! Thank you Mitch and Lana for being such Great Hosts!!
Stayed 61 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake home!

We had a wonderful stay at this lake house. Everything was as described. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking essentials. There were also plenty of towels and bedding and supplies for the week. The home was very accommodating for 3 family groups. The common areas were set up nicely to spend time together- cooking, board games, movie time, etc, but there was also plenty of space if anyone needed a bit of alone time. The location is amazing! The beach cove was perfect and the home is in a very nice neighborhood. We watched some beautiful sunsets from the boat dock. The owner was quick to respond to any of our questions.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good location

Hosts are fantastic, and I’m sure they would one day like to finish the path leading to the lake with a more landscaped safe feature to enjoy the dock more, and back patio. Lots of trees and spider webs. I swept the back patio for them but could use a good power wash. Right now the path is through ground cover and have to really watch your step to avoid twisting an ankle on large twigs/very small branches. We’re both 60, in very good shape but my husband rolls his ankle easily, so we opted to not take the kayaks down the hill to the shore to avoid an injury. Lovely decor, very comfortable, not a great view from the house overlooking the lake due to so many trees/branches. Location is good with 5-10 min. drive to Buford or Cumming. Thank you for your hospitality Mitch and Lara!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Plenty of space and nice slake access

This house was perfectly situated on the south side of Lanier with a nice beach and dock. We had adequate space though a bathroom upstairs would be ideal. The only challenge was the home is clearly lived in. Many personal items were in drawers and there was no closet space in the master. We met the owner who was very friendly though he showed up on property multiple times. I’d stay here again but for less cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was in great shape. The only thing I would suggest to the host is to spend a little more time cleaning and organizing the kitchen. When we arrived, there was a lot of food left in the fridge and pantry. We ended up wiping down the inside of the fridge and throwing away a bunch of leftover food. Also, the cupboards were not very well organized and there were a lot of random things in various cupboards and drawers. It would be helpful to remove all the non relevant rental items and fully use the cupboards for what renters would need during their stay. I would also suggest providing new kitchen sponges. We ended up buying our own to use during our stay. Overall, though, we enjoyed the house very much and really appreciated the friendliness and responsiveness of the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House on Lake Lanier

House was fully equipped with everything needed for our trip. Plenty of paper products and cleaning supplies and towels etc.... Cable and internet were very good and access to Netflix and other channels was a plus. Great fire pit and hot tub. The track down to the lake was easily manageable for us in our 50"s but maybe difficult for some elderly individuals. The added deck was nice and outdoor lighting was great. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location on Lake Lanier!

Fantastic home. Lovely property owners and easy to work with. Excellent location on Lanier! Has a beach and around the corner from a sunset.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacation Destination

We booked a two week summer vacation here and it was awesome! It's a fantastic property for families with young kids. The private, sandy beach in a very private and swimmable cove occupied our kids for hours. They generously provide ample water toys (floating mats, kayaks), and the proximity to the Lake Lanier Resort marina is really convenient. The house has a nice bonus room that enabled visits by friends and family, their communication was excellent, and they included some other nice personal touches. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

A great family trip. Spacious and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was great!

The amenities were nice and everything was well kept
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mitch

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Lana and I are Atlanta natives who grew up dreaming of Lake Lanier. We love our house, and work hard to share amazing lake experiences with our guests.

We're just a regular couple - not a huge property management company - so we love to go above and beyond to personalize your stay. Our primary residence is about 30 minutes from the house if any issues should arise.

We use a top-notch cleaning service between each stay to completely disinfect everything, and of course provide fresh linens and towels.

Why they chose this property

We truly believe this is the best property available for rent on the lake.

The sandy shoreline, open blue water, and sunset views are very special, and make for an incredible lake experience even for guests who do not bring a boat.

What makes this property unique

- Stylish furniture and original art throughout
- Two kayaks and a paddleboard provided, with paddles and life vests
- Quick, shallow walk to lake
- HOT TUB with lake views!
- Home workstation with monitor

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