Pack your bags for an escape where Athens energy meets tranquil Georgia living! This 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental in Watkinsville sits 5 miles from downtown Athens, letting you catch live music or top restaurants with ease. Movie nights and board games make downtime a pleasure, while the patio and covered porch are perfect for sharing stories after a day of work or adventure. Family fun with a side of 'me' time is just a click away!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 California king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 king bed - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed - Sitting Room: 2 queen futons
OUTDOOR LIVING - Private porch, telescope, chairs - Patio w/ dining area, charcoal smoker - Spacious yard, wooded area
INDOOR LIVING - Smart TVs, cable/satellite, DVD player - Board games, books - Fireplace (decorative only) - 2 desk workspaces - En-suite bathrooms, rain shower, standalone jetted tub - 2,800 sq ft
- Easy access to University of Georgia excitement and scenic Georgia escapes - 12 miles to Sanford Stadium - 13 miles to downtown Athens shops & eats - 6 miles to Harris Shoals Park - 9 miles to State Botanical Garden of Georgia - 13 miles to 40 Watt Club & Georgia Theatre - 26 miles to Historic Watson Mill Bridge State Park - 75 miles to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story home requires stairs to access - The fireplace is not available for guest use - The homeowner is occasionally on-site in a completely separate mother-in-law suite and may be present on the property during your stay. The suite is not accessible to guests - Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is on the deck overlooking the driveway, and 1 camera is on the front of the house facing the front entryway. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. They record video and sound when activated by motion, starting when motion is first sensed and ending 30 seconds after motion is last detected
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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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Watkinsville
Watkinsville is home to this holiday home. Sanford Stadium and The Georgia Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include State Botanical Garden of Georgia and Bear Hollow Zoo. Ware-Lyndon House and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum are also worth visiting.
Oconee County Welcome Center - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
Eagle Tavern Museum - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
Harris Shoals Park - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
State Botanical Garden of Georgia - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
University of Georgia - 20 min drive - 18.8 km
Restaurants
Peppino's Pizza - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 16 min drive
Wendy's - 16 min drive
Beef 'O' Brady's - 17 min drive
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 12 mi to UGA, yard, jetted tub?
As of 5 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 12 mi to UGA, yard, jetted tub on 6 July 2026 start from AU$553, 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 12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 12 Mi to UGA Campus: Spacious Group Getaway! located?
Situated in Watkinsville, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Oconee County Welcome Center, Eagle Tavern Museum and Oconee County Library. Harris Shoals Park and Bell Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great spacious home- perfect for our group! Thanks so much!
Danielle L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
You are welcome! So happy you enjoyed your stay. Be sure to come back, we are glad to host your group again, and again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious rental with lots of entertainment area- ideal for a family visit or getaway.
Andrew
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Author on 25 May 2024
From the owner: "We are pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to sharing new entertainment sites on your next visit. Thank you."
An excellent house, super comfortable, excellent location. We all enjoyed the vacation, especially 86-year-old grandmother, a very beautiful experience
Merwil S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2024
From the owner: "We love our cozy home and happy you did as well"
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Luci
11 Oct 2024
Lovely home
We had a great time at this house! It was a great space for friends from out of town getting together for game day. The hosts made sure everything was clean and comfortable with us. We hope to stay again!
From the owner: "Teresa, we are happy you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Doug
13 Nov 2023
Quite stay
Big spacious house off the beaten path
Doug
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
From the owner: "Doug, thank you, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and the fish tank! We look forward to hosting your next vacation."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gail W.
12 Apr 2024
Stay in Watkinsville, GA
The property was nestled back in a wooded area. It was very quiet. Local grocery stores and activity were convenient. The property was clean and very well maintained.
Gail W.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing our property for your memorable vacation spot. We look forward to hosting your next visit."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia M
13 Apr 2024
Clean and cozy
Check-in was easy and straight forward. Keyless access was beneficial and conveniently located. We had a question about bedding and the owners gave us a solution in minutes. They were friendly and very helpful when we needed them.
Cynthia M
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2025
From the owner: "Thank you and we are happy you enjoyed your stay."
We stayed in Watkinsville for our daughter’s graduation weekend from UGA. The property was spacious, lovely and the setting could not have been more pleasant! Up a long drive into a gorgeous wooded setting! It had all we could need for all of us! Frederick could not have been a better host! Cordial, friendly and extremely helpful! I will give a bit of a head’s up that Waze and Google Maps did not direct us properly to the house (plus the other family members that drove were also misguided), however Fred came and found us and got us there! All in all I would recommend and stay with Fred and his wife Beverly again. They were onsite but in a separate residence which was nice when you needed help! Thank you for hosting us in your home!!
Michele T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
From the owner: "Hi Michele, thank you so much for your thoughtful review and kind words about your stay. We’re so glad the property worked well for your family during such a special weekend, and it was truly a pleasure hosting you. You're right about the GPS issues, unfortunately, signals can be spotty in our area, so we always recommend printing directions ahead of time when possible. Congratulations again on your daughter’s graduation! We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re in Watkinsville."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert B
28 May 2024
Quiet and very enjoyable stay
We needed a quiet and comfortable place to stay over - to celebrate the life of a loved one who passed. We made an excellent choice! We had no problem with the long driveway. A couple ruts - easy-peasy. A simple, slow-n-easy drive made the stay that much farther from the hustle and bustle of the roads and related noise. Just bird song and a horse's neigh every now and then. The house was clean and nicely spread out. Bigger on inside than appeared from the front/outside view. The beds were comfortable and sheets/towels were clean and nicely put out. Enjoyed the deck. We really had no real problems or complaints. Instructions (rules/notes/instructions) were straight forward - recco you to read them. I would suggest you coordinate with the owners if you need extra sheets or towels in advance. That should not be a problem as they were very responsive. Found texting the best for us. Our great Nieces and Nephews loved the play house set but, as the owners state, kids should be supervised at all times! We are planning another trip down there and we know where we are going to stay again. Highly recommended.
Robert B
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2024
From the owner: "Thank you.
It was a joy meeting you and your family
We look forward to your next stay!"