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A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and large windows.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Eastman, GA
  • Place, Dodge County Courthouse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Dodge County Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Middle Georgia College Aviation School
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hope House - Christian Retreat

Genesis House & Revelation House are also available on the same property.

Hope House is a new addition to Bethel Village Christian Retreat. Hope House is nestled among pine trees in a quiet, secluded setting. The perfect place for honeymoons, anniversaries, celebrations, couple reconnecting, and small families. We have everything you need to feel right at home. There is a 3 1/2 acre pond, a walking trail, and so much more! The grounds are beautiful with trees, shrubs, and flowers. Fishing, paddle boating, cycling, and walking trails are available!

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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
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
12+ people (children included) Pay to Host. $200
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Remove sheets and pillowcases from beds. Put them and towels in laundry area.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Put only sheets, towels and pillow cases in laundr

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2527299vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: 12+ people (children included) Pay to Host. $200
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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

Eastman

Located in Eastman, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawkinsville State Park and Hawkinsville Veterans Memorial Park, while Hawkinsville Opera House and Telfair Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Eastman, GA

What's nearby

  • Dodge County Courthouse - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Dodge County Golf Club - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Middle Georgia College Aviation School - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Little Ocmulgee State Park - 36 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Southern Pines Water Park & Regional Park - 45 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Macon, GA (MCN-Middle Georgia Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Rancho Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hope House - Christian Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hope House - Christian Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hope House - Christian Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hope House - Christian Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hope House - Christian Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dodge County Hospital, Dodge County Courthouse and Dodge County Golf Club. Middle Georgia College Aviation School is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very pleasant and wanted to ensure we had all we needed. We were in town for a funeral and wanted a quiet place for our family to gather. The modest rates were a blessing with significant unplanned travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms and well supplied.Peaceful house in the pines retreat.Brenda and George are wonderful hosts; thoughtful and friendly. We appreciated the check ins.Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorelie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hope House was the perfect place to stay during our visit from out of state for a family funeral. From the moment we pulled on to the property it was a welcoming, beautiful and restful space. All the comforts of home and more in a scenic, peaceful location. Wonderful Host, would love to return someday in happier times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hope house is a great place to stay! Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hope House was so charming, clean and comfortable. Everything needed and more was provided and well appointed in all areas. The property was beautiful and serene with outdoor seating areas, including swings to enjoy the lakeviews and grounds. The house has a sweet screened in porch attached to enjoy morning coffee or evening breezes. We were two couples that stayed there during the Peaches to Beaches event, and Hope House was convenient to shopping and dining, though you can certainly make your own meals with everything you need to do so, and it was a relaxing place to come back to each day. Brenda was prompt and gracious with communicating with us and she even checked with us during our stay to see if we needed anything. We would definitely stay there again when we need a place to stay in the area or just for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Thank you so much Kathy for your kind remarks concerning your stay. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca C.

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

Nice, clean, quiet place

The place was even better than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

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

Weekend getaway for Mothers Day

Amazing property. Very relaxing. No distractions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Peaceful anniversary trip!

A quiet peaceful place to relax after shopping at Peaches to Beaches yard sale. Awesome property and Brenda & George are super hosts, always hospitable and accommodating. Hope House has everything you need! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hope House is absolutely amazing. The host goes above and beyond and really makes you feel at home. I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house is absolutely wonderful. The owners are attentive and friendly, and it has everything you could want for a quiet, relaxing, unplugged stay. It really was rejuvenating. We are looking forward to our next trip there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

Loved the serenity of the nights and all of the sounds of nature. Gorgeous and peaceful with tons of time for you and your party you vacation with. Amazing amenities!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Amazing Getaway!

This little Gem was perfect for us! So peaceful and quiet! Mrs. Brenda and her husband were the best! Very friendly and accommodating! Even gave us a tour of the other house on the property! We can't wait to bring the kids up to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Peaceful Retreat

The Hope House was exactly as advertised. Two senior couples enjoyed this spacious place. Plenty of trails to explore & enjoy the landscape and lake. Brenda & George are excellent hosts and they make sure you have everything you need...great communication!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

reid e.

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

Central Georgia

Perfect retreat to remove the clutter and hassles we encounter. Brenda and George are excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Tranquility

Our family absolutely loved staying here. Tranquility only begins to describe this beautiful place. The grounds are amazing and the Hope House is a showpiece. Everything you need for respite and renewal is there and you will not find better hosts than George and Brenda anywhere. We will definitely be returning. The only reason I rated this experience as 5 is because “7” was not an option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

This is such a beautiful property and truly is a place of solitude.

The Hope House is a beautiful property. Truly a wonderful place to get away and connect. Brenda has so many special details throughout which just makes you feel welcomed . We have stayed at many properties from the city, country , treehouse etc. and I can say without a doubt the Hope House is the best property we have stayed at. Truly a special place. We can't wait to go back for a longer visit. Do not hesitate on booking this special place. You will leave refreshed and renewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2022
Jennifer thank you so much for this wonderful review. I look forward to seeing you when you come back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Home was as advertised beautiful. I read that is was for four adults and two pets under 20 lbs and other than a one year old child that is what we had. We arrived about 6:30 pm. I was impressed by the land and the inside of home. I had some personal business to do on internet but it was down. We kept trying but no go. Then the next morning still no internet called owner they came down and called internet company but not fix. Father’s Day husband and son went on paddle boat but wasn’t working properly owner looked at it and said needed parts. Then owner has three dogs that were down by the lake My daughter in law and I and the baby and her little dog about 14 lbs went down to the lake her dog was attacked by German Shepherd by Gods grace she survived. We called the owners they immediately came to the house offered a vet but was closed. They said if I would have marked pets they would have kept theirs locked up. The one dog German Shepherd is very protective of the other two. To say the least the whole trip was then messed up daughter in law very upset and me all I can see is that small dog in Shepard mouth. In closing clean home , excellent host but those dogs should not be on that side when someone is renting, what if it was a child.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
The guest did not indicate on the booking that she was bringing pets. When there are other pets we let the guest know that we have outside pets and tell them to let us know when their pets are outside. If theirs are out we keep ours in the pen or at our house in the breezeway. We are so sorry this happened because we all love our pets and do not want them harmed in anyway. We immediately responded to the situation, called our vet whose office was closed. We offered to go to another emergency clinic 45 minutes away but the guest declined the offer and decided to wait until they got back home. We've been hosting for 5 years and take our responsibilities of making sure things like this do not happen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MISSY H.

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

Home away from home

What a cozy, lovely home! Larger than the actual vrbo pictures ; ) Loved the deep tub with the Dr. Teals foaming bath gel...was able to relax and light the aromatic candles ; ) Also loved the complimentary frozen pizza, apple juice, o.j. and waters. Elextric fireplace, Christmas tree, and Christmas decor were charming! Confirms Brenda goes that extra step for her guests. My grandbaby really enjoyed the swings and nature trail ; ) We sat by the pond drank coffee and just took nature in....also enjoyed the screened in porch in the back of the house. Told my daughter this is the place to go when you need a break away from the city. Thanks so very much Brenda!!! Hope to be back soon ; )
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

reid e.

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

October getaway

Brenda and George are wonderful host. The property is beautiful and always maintained. The property is an Island of serenity with any needs within 3 miles reach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ute S.

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

A real Gem!!

We were so happy to have found this place. The owners are super friendly and helpful, and the house is equipped with all the necessities and then some. Additionally, there are outside toys and a small lake with. It is so peaceful. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudette L.

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

Our family Mini Vacation

Our trip to Bethel Village Christian Retreat was a wonderful experience. We are from Florida and rented off of VRBO, not knowing what to expect. Once we arrived we were amazed at how beautiful this place is. There is so much to do and it is all in a safe environment. Mr. & Mrs. Smith, our host are amazing people! What a wonderful place for families and their children to come play and relax. I can’t say enough how beautiful and relaxing this place is, the Smith’s did a wonderful job at making this place for what it is. I did not want to leave. We will definitely come back. Tom & Claudette
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

The Best! Thank you so much!

Everything was amazing for our stay here. Beautiful place, so relaxing and peaceful. The home was spotless and had such a welcoming feel. There was so much thought put into making sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable. Great fishing at the lake, and even a swing set for the our grandson when he came to visit. The hosts checked on us regularly. We would love to stay there again or at any place they host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

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

Relax in serene environment

The house was new and beautiful. The hosts were so hospitable and the property is very relaxing. My son enjoyed fishing while the rest of my family relaxed and enjoyed the view of the small lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Smith

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Why they chose this property

Hope House is a new addition to Bethel Village Christian Retreat. Hope House is nestled among pine trees in a quiet, secluded setting. The perfect place for honeymoons, anniversaries, celebrations, couple reconnecting, and small families. We have everything you need to feel right at home. There is a 3 1/2 acre pond, a walking trail, and so much more! The grounds are beautiful with trees, shrubs, and flowers. Fishing, paddle boating, cycling, and walking trails are available!

Hope House is an open floor plan with two (2) bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms. It has a wrap-around porch for you to sit and enjoy the property and nature.

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