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Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf

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Our custom, three-level home encompasses indoor and outdoor spaces for everyone
Ahhh. Breathe deep. Enjoy the sunshine on our main deck off the living area.
Open dining allows effortless flow - plenty of space for group meals.
Dining
Ahhh. Spacious deck off the main level immerses you in natural beauty.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13286.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Buford, GA
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf

Three levels custom home will enchant families and groups! Tucked in a quiet forested cove, Dandelion Lane offers cozy comfort with 5 bedrooms. Gather the family or meet up with friends! Water park, sandy beach, boat rentals, find dining, all minutes away! Then head back to the house to gather at the fire pit or cozy up by the fireplace. Conveniently located with plenty of night life, tons of seasonal events too. Wedding venues, historic Buford Main St., kids' museum, CoolRay baseball park, Mall of Ga, Michelin Raceway, zip-lines, theaters and more.

With four living rooms, there's plenty of space for everyone. Roast s'mores from our complimentary stash at the fire pit! Spot deer while enjoying outdoor living on the large deck with gas grill. Enjoy the luxurious main suite with romantic balcony and spa-like bath. Kids love the "Hideout" under the stairs, while the unique indoor porch swing queen bed is a favorite with everyone!

-Large, well equipped chef's kitchen with double oven, gas stove
- Fire pit overlooking forest and lake cove
-Cozy, stacked stone gas fireplace- no mess, just flip the switch!
-Large main level deck with gas grill
-Sleeps 13 -five comfortable rooms, plus two sofa beds in separate living areas
-Three floors each with bathrooms and separate living areas- space for everyone!
-Screened-in porch with 65" TV
-Kids' "Hideout" under the stairs
-Unique indoor swing daybed (queen size)
-Large 65” smart TVs on every level
-Primary suite with romantic balcony, spa-like bathroom
-Super fast internet (one gig fiber), with whole house wifi
-Lake access behind house, two adult kayaks and one child kayak provided
-Gated boat ramp .3 mi away, complimentary access!
-4 mi. -Lanier Islands Resort, snow park, golf course, spa, events
-2.5 mi. -Buford historic main street, restaurants, theater, events
4.7 mi. - Bradford House & Gardens
-6 mi. -Ashton Gardens
-10.2 - Coolray minor league baseball park
-16.4 mi. - Michelin Lanier Raceway
-14 mi - Chapel on McEver

On the main level the well-appointed kitchen opens to sitting room, dining area with French doors to the large deck. Sit quietly and you’ll spot several families of deer that meander through the yard every day – including fawns! Off the dining area is a cozy room with stacked stone gas fireplace (no mess, just flip the switch for instant crackling fire). Through the glass doors is the screened-in porch, with its own TV, perfect for watching the big game. The indoor porch swing queen-sized daybed is steps away from these main living areas – perfect for a quiet moment with a book, afternoon nap or close the doors and float to sleep for the deepest sleep of your life!

Upstairs there is another media loft with 65" TV, as well as the primary bedroom and two secondary bedrooms. Enjoy the romantic balcony off the primary bedroom, or indulge in the spa-like en suite bathroom. The two secondary rooms share a bathroom with separate pocket doors for privacy.

The finished basement has a large "forest" living area for movies or groups to gather, plus the large bonus room with king bed and a desk for a quiet, dedicated work space if needed. Step out the French doors from the basement and gather at the fire pit, perfect for s'mores and tall tales. Don't miss the magical kids hideout under the stairs!

Also out your back door, explore the wooded, pristine nature preserve next to the house with a picnic or walk down to the lake cove where you can use our complimentary kayaks. Put your boat in just down the road at a gated boat ramp, with complimentary card access.

Excitement is minutes away at Lanier Islands water park, golf course and the resort's Tranquility Spa. Discover Buford's historic downtown or enjoy a night on the town at the theater or Main Street's night life.

Perfect for reunions, traveling groups, out-of-town wedding guests, and family getaways.

Let Dandelion Lane delight you!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs and outside retaining walls not childproof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours 10pm - 8am.

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Buford

Located in Buford, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Everett's Music Barn and The Cumming Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Buford Fine Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Georgia Sewing & Quilting and Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buford, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mall of Georgia - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Perimeter Mall - 37 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Emory University - 41 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 22 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico's World Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Diesel Tap House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tchin Tchin Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Over the Top Burger Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Off The Rails Mexican Cantina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf?

As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$727, 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.

How much is parking at Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Forest Retreat- Lake Access, Close to Beach, Water Park, Venues, Golf located?

This family-friendly Buford holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lanier, Buford Fine Arts Center and Bona Allen Mansion. Georgia Sewing & Quilting and Sunset Cove Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hospitable and warm home in an incredible location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julio M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing. The attention to detail and comforting home and scenery was amazing! Thank you and looking forward to future stays. We saw deer from our window!! I would recommend this home to anyone looking to stay in this area!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brenda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice. Host was quick to answer any questions. Home was just what we needed for our family Thanksgiving!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was beautifully decorated for the holidays. The location was convenient for our family and we had plenty of room to play and relax. The complimentary S'mores and hot chocolate bar were really appreciated! When some changes on my part were evident, the host, Monica was helpful and quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, welcoming communication from the host. The property was beautiful, with living areas on each floor for gathering. Our friends enjoyed the s'mores fixings, thank you! We'd love to gather there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisol E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy checkin! The house was spacious and charming. There was so many places to hangout and sleep afterwards. We enjoyed our stay. Would recommend to all!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Perfect house for family

The house is well decorated and the space was perfect for our family Thanksgiving. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great place stayed multiple times

I bring people down for work and this particular home has enough room where people can socialize or get away. We have fun in Buford and even in the colder months this place has the room to spread out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

lori m.

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

Amazing property

This property was amazing! We enjoyed our time there. Loved kayaking and watching wild life!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James U.

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

What a fantastic stay

What a great stay. House is beautiful, just as listed, plenty of room to spread out even with a large group. Owners very accommodating. Great Lake Lanier location. Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chaun M.

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

The was Beautiful

Love the home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocio V.

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

Great experience

It was a nice place Nice owners and very flexible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Wish we could have stayed longer

We needed a comfortable place to stay for just a few days to visit family nearby. Turned out Dandelion Lane was so fabulous we didn’t want to leave. Wish we could have stayed longer!! Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lan W.

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

Very good!

We had a good time with family and friends there! The place was very clean and spacious! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

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

Fabulous comfy get away

This is a beautiful property with space to spread out and relax, play games, enjoy a meal, etc etc. Everyone loved their comfy beds and the indoor swing was a favorite ready nook
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Superb

Excellent in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evan p.

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

Amazing

Monica was so great! She went the extra mile & arranged everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Business meeting

Went for a week of meetings. The place was so nice invite group from work over to cook for them and sit and relax. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

High school friends reunion

Dandelion Lane was the perfect place for our reunion. We had an event in Flowery Branch, within easy driving distance. The house is three levels, with conversation area on each level. The outdoor space is beautiful and well-appointed (firepit, grill, seating), with a beautiful view of lake, woods and sunrise. The perfect place to spend days of quiet with friends or family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Whitney F.

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

Fantastic House

Wonderful house! Spent a weekend there with 3 other families and 4 teenage boys. The separate bedroom and basement area was perfect for them ( and for the 3 couples who stayed in each of the bedrooms upstairs!) they loved doing smores around the fire at night too! They were a little disappointed that the cornhole beanbags were ripped and torn, making the game unusable. Great communication from Monica! Very quick and helpful responses anytime I reached out. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars was that the description of lake access was slightly misleading and could’ve been clearer in that the property is at the very end of the cove with very shallow water ( not enough to swim in or float in really ) and no access for a boat to pull up. We ended up keeping our boat overnight at the very nearby Holiday Marina so it worked out in the end but definitely were surprised when we arrived. Monica went out of her way to try to help us find a place to moor our boat overnight, so that was much appreciated. Overall still had a fantastic time and would recommend the house fully as long as you’re not planning on swimming or playing in the water right behind the house and you can dock your boat elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Beautiful home in a peaceful setting

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Monica M. Mears

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Hi there! We are long-time residents of the area and this is our vacation home away from home. We love hosting and hope you will love Dandelion Lane as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is incredibly quiet and private. We love that it feels cozy and remote and yet is so close to historic Buford, Lake Lanier Islands resort and event venues.

What makes this property unique

Dandelion Lane's location, whimsical decor, porch swing and incredible forest views combined with soft beds, well-stocked kitchen and plenty of common areas for family and friends to hang out make it the perfect retreat!

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