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Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Athens, GA
  • State Botanical Garden of Georgia
  • University of Georgia
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sanford Stadium
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures

Penny Lane Retreat at the Baba Looey Barn is located only 15 minutes from downtown Athens. The barn is located down a 1/2 mile driveway that provides you with peace and tranquility; the only sounds you will hear is that of nature! This is a working barn so every day the property owner is at the barn feeding and watering the horses.

Maximum number of guests is 2- please No exceptions.
Adults only- our minimum age is 25yr- children are not allowed- No exceptions.
We do not allow pets- No exceptions
We do not allow events or gatherings.
We strictly enforce these rules and will ask our guest to vacate the property if these rules are violated. There will be no refund of your rental costs.

This is a 700 square foot space (350 sq ft downstairs and 350 sq ft upstairs) with the bedroom upstairs and full kitchen, bathroom and living area downstairs. This barn is located in the middle of 35 acres that includes pastures, wooded areas and a 1 acre pond with a pavilion.

We have one pony (Tinker) and the famous rescue donkey (Baba Looey) that live in harmony with our two outdoor barn cats, Faye Lou and Lula Belle.

Our wish for you is to recharge both body and soul.

This space is perfect to remind you to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures that give life meaning...

~coffee or tea as you enjoy watching the sunrise
~a walk in the woods
~reading a book by the pond
~journaling about your dreams in the hammock
~feeding Baba Looey an oatmeal cookie
~a glass of wine at sunset talking with a friend
-star gazing at night

Our prayer for you when you leave is that you more deeply realize how loved you are and that your life has meaning.

Property manager

Leslie Parham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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

Adults only
The barn isn’t child friendly for obvious reasons
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
A $500 fee will be accessed for violating policy
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A $500 fee will be accessed for violating policy

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Athens

Located in Athens, this holiday home is in a rural area. Georgia Museum of Art and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Farmers Market and Georgia Square Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stegeman Coliseum or Athens Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Athens, GA

What's nearby

  • University of Georgia - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Sanford Stadium - 19 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Classic Center - 20 min drive - 16.7 km
  • The Georgia Theatre - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • 40 Watt Club - 21 min drive - 16.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria La Parrilla - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cali N Tito's at La Puerta del Sol - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Getaway for Life's Simple Pleasures located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Athens-Clarke County Tennis Center, University of Georgia and State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Dudley Park and Stegeman Coliseum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Peace and Quiet

Super clean and cozy! Beautiful property, great hosts! The animals are so sweet! We will definitely stay again when we come to Athens
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Nice and cozy

We had an excellent stay. It is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

A Unique Experience

My husband and I had the most wonderful time staying in this quaint and cozy barn, next to a pond, surrounded by the property's local residents - 2 cats, a dog, a donkey and a horse. The accommodations and amenties were perfect for us, and we received 5 star service. Leslie made sure we had everything we needed, including leaving "happy birthday" plates for my husband, and setting up a fire pit for us. Penny, the owner, was so welcoming and friendly. It's a 20 minute ride to Athens, and a great value compared to Athens hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Relaxing getaway

Really enjoyed our stay here. The animals were so friendly and Dilbert the dog walked with us to and from the lake as though he knew where we were headed. Super soft bath towels and extra amenities were available just in case you forgot something. They thought of everything! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joli M.

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

Wish We Could Have Stayed Longer

Everything was perfect! Beautiful property - truly peaceful & quiet!! Loved to watch the hummingbirds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah K.

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

The retreat was wonderful, peaceful and tranquil.

This was just what I needed for some peaceful R&R. A wonderful place indeed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

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

Beautiful setting

Very peaceful and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Y.

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

Wonderful weekend

This property is really beautiful and the barn is so cozy and relaxing. It was very clean and definitely a place that would be nice to return again to one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Perfect little getaway

We absolutely loved this place! The setting is so peaceful and quiet. The actual place is cozy and cute and well-equipped with everything we needed. And the animals are just the sweetest, cutest little welcoming committee❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

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

Visit family

Wonderful experience, great location.. very relaxing and will absolutely book here again. Leslie and Penny were great hosts😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Peaceful, Clean, beautiful property

Wish we would’ve had more time to explore this beautiful serene property. The barn is adorable and fully stocked with everything you could need for a stay. We will choose to stay here again over a hotel when visting Athens. Super clean, cozy, the friendliest owners..and the animals were fun!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Lovely

Just lovely in every way. Perfect place to unplug and relax from the fast lane.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Peaceful and very quiet!

This place was everything we hoped for. Such beautiful surroundings and lovely accommodations make me want to return and spend more time there on a personal retreat. We were away during most of the day we stayed there enjoying the Botanical Gardens and eating out, so I didn't get to relax for hours on end just soaking it all up. Next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., cumming,ga

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

Highly Recommend!

What a great experience!! Excellent communication. Everything you need is provided. Beautiful property to explore! Loved all the animals! Family was SO sweet!! We will be back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F., Brooks

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

Monthly her away

We pick a get away somewhere once a month. LOVED this choice. The absolute best host we have ever encountered. We had an issue with our vehicle and they helped us out! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Awesome place

My husband & I decided to rent this place for an evening when we needed to stay in Athens after a dinner function. I opted for this instead of a hotel. I'm so glad I did! Peace and quiet!! We enjoyed walking the trails, seeing the animals and taking some time just for the two of us. Will definitely recommend to friends & family! We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Peace & Quiet - an Oasis Close to Home

I needed a getaway that was close to home and this delivered! What a beautiful and peaceful location. I felt like I was far away from everything and totally alone--except for the delightful animals. I was greeted by one of the farm cats upon arrival and the horse and donkey came up right away (I think they were looking for treats.) The driveway is nearly 1/2 mile and I saw several deer. It turned out to be a rainy weekend, but that was fine with me because my plan was just to rest, read and relax. There were so many little thoughtful touches--extra toiletries if you forgot something, treats. Everything was super clean and had everything I could possible need for a wonderful weekend. I'll definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

What a piece of paradise so close to Athens

We had a short one night stay at the this location when no hotels were available the night before a UGA game. This property is 5 miles from where I used to live as a student at UGA 30 years ago. It’s much closer to town that I had thought it would be. The barn apartment was beautiful, clean, and the extra touches were everywhere (thank you for the frozen snickers minis). We were greeted lovingly by Lula Belle, the most friendly cat I’ve ever met. The property is quiet, with gorgeous outdoor surroundings, accessible to Athens, and so so worth staying in. The bed was super comfortable. There were lots of magazines and reading material about Athens. The candy machine was a hit and thank you for providing quarters. Everywhere you looked, there were thoughtful and loving touches. So going forward, we are planning to try and book here first rather than a hotel when visiting our daughters in Athens!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Rodriguez C., Athens, GA

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

Found a little bit of quiet

I actually live only 15 miles from this property. I have a busy schedule, 3 wonderful (but loud) little ones, so I rarely have time to just wind down. I was looking for a "mom getaway". I wanted just a couple of nights of stillness and quiet. This place was exactly what I was looking for. The place is peaceful, the barn is cozy, the animals are nice to visit, and the property had wonderful trails for walking (though I did a lot of sleeping in). I was a bit concerned booking a rustic looking barn apartment. I can have issues staying away from home, as I easily get disgusted if my living area isn't very clean (especially the bed). I was happy to find that the place was spotless and the bed linen was very fresh, clean, and comfortable. I was even comfortable walking around without socks or slippers (a big deal for me). I would definitely recommend this place for someone needing a restful retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Naima M.

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

Heaven on Earth !

My husband surprised me with a little weekend getaway and I was thrilled to find out that this property is on +30 acres, with lots of beautiful and kind animals. First, there is Dilbert aka "Duracell", when you will meet him, you will see that the nickname fits him very well, he has a very cute little brother ( so sorry I forgot his name). Then we have Baba Looey the gentle donkey, Chili the beautiful horse that loves cookies, Tinker the sweet little pony, Faye Lou and Lula Belle the beautiful cats that followed me, stayed with me the whole time when I went for a walk in the woods. All of these beautiful creatures made our stay so meaningful. Last but not least, Leslie and Penny are two very nice Ladies, they welcomed us with so much kindness. They went above and beyond to make us feel right at home. We left this place this morning but we already plan on going back because we left a little piece of our hearts in this fabulous place. May God bless you abundantly Leslie and Penny, we are blessed and happy to know you and hope to see you again very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

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

A heavenly vacation

I can’t say enough good things about Penny Lane Retreat. Starting with the hosts - Leslie and Penny are both lovely and so accommodating. They’ve done such a wonderful job including small touches that make a big difference, from a binder of information to makeup removing wipes. Leslie even brought us a picnic blanket when we mentioned wanting to stargaze in the field. The only thing cuter than the barn itself is all the animals on the farm! We had so much fun snuggling with the cats, playing with the dog, and feeding the ponies and donkey. They are all so sweet and added a really fun element to our vacation. The property is so beautiful. We were really needing a peaceful place to relax for the weekend, and Penny Lane retreat more than provided that. The pastures, the ponds, the trees - all of it is so scenic that you can entertain yourself just by staring out the window all day. We were shocked to find a place like this so close to Athens. You would never know you’re only a few minutes away! We will be recommending this place to all of our friends and family, and we will be coming back as soon as we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

Best Calm Quite Restful Stay Available in Athens...Period!

Graduation Weekend in Athens. I cannot imagine even game days in Athens to be more chaotic, crowded, no parking, packed, etc. We first looked at hotels downtown - good luck with that unless you book for graduation weekend a year in advance. So...other than some $700+ per night options, I decided to 'take the road less traveled'. And boy, did we hit a HOME RUN!!! Just 15 minutes from downtown, you would think we had traveled an hour and 20-years back to a beautiful horse (and donkey!!!) farm. A very nice 1 BR, 1 Bath 'condo' on the opposite side of a working barn with all the modern conveniences! If you are not into rustic settings and the smell of nature, this is not for you. But if you are this person, you will not find a better place to escape the ever-growing metropolitan style-of-life that Athens has become + all the stress/anxiety that comes with it. Peaceful walking trails along the creek into a pristine forest lead you to a beautiful pond and pavilion with rockers and swings only a short 1/4 mile walk from the barn. Circle another mile or so on the private walking trails (or biking if you bring them) No sounds other than nature. Snacks for the horses (and Baba Looey of course) are provided along with all the essentials of home. Even the 'human' snacks were a welcome surprise for us on arrival. Only one TV - honestly, I never watched it! I was in the hammock or enjoying the quiet and never missed it! Thank you Penny Lane!!! Signed, Well Rested
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint H.

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

Weekend getaway

Love it beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Peace and Quiet in Georgia

The owner was very accommodating and the property was just gorgeous! It was so peaceful! The pasture with the miniature donkey and pony was an added bonus! ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Athens bliss

Quiet farm house location 15 minutes away from downtown Athens. Good spot to visit son at UGA. Bed was comfy and location quiet with farm animals. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Parham

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Penny, the property owner and Leslie, the property manager both have homes on the 35 acres. We have a passion for caring for the 35 acres so that those that retreat here can enjoy the beauty of the property.

Why they chose this property

I am excited to share my property of 25 + years with those looking to find a retreat from everyday life.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy the many trails on the property for walking, running or biking. There is a pond with a pavilion for spending time enjoying nature. A hammock hangs next to the barn for relaxing and viewing the countryside.

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English

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