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Game room
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Buford, GA
  • Place, Mall of Georgia
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Buford

On lake.At this Buford vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Lanier and 3 miles (5 km) of Bona Allen Mansion. Buford Community Center and Big Creek Greenway are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Buford Dam Park - 13 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Mall of Georgia - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course - 14 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 17 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Sunset Cove Beach - 17 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 23 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tchin Tchin Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Landshark Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Twisted Oar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonia's Mexican Store, Buford - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Italian Pizza Pie - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake!

Ready for a great time on the lake? Its unique location is made for tons of fun and water sports. Want a grand view of the fireworks? You’ll be able to view them from the dock or take your boat around the corner for a spectacular view. Dock is in deep water and ready for your boat. No need to rent a canoe, paddle boat or kayak. They’re ready for your water fun right here. Refuel your boat or jet ski in a jiffy at Aqualand marina. This lake house is the package you've been dreaming about for a memorable family vacation. Look no further, book with us, because this is an experience your family will remember for a long time.

This 1900 sq ft home has a well-appointed kitchen, family room with foosball, bar and relaxed seating. Picture windows bring lake views to you anytime you'd like. Dining available on the deck as well as outside the back door.
Laundry Room is outside of the kitchen. Sleeping quarters boast a spacious primary bedroom with fresh/clean linens, 2nd and 3rd bedroom, sleeps a total of 8.

Lot’s of wildlife abound. Feed the deer from the front porch. Fish off the dock. Swim in the cove. Lot’s of activities here at the home or a 12 minutes’ drive brings you to Margaritaville for waterpark fun.

Come make memories with your family.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Life At Lanier Buford
Lake Life at Lake Lanier Buford
Lake Life at Lake Lanier Private vacation home
Lake Life at Lake Lanier Private vacation home Buford

Frequently asked questions

How close is There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.2 mi (39-min drive) away from the Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi (15-min drive) from Sunset Cove Beach.

Does There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! to downtown Buford?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Buford.

There’s only one way to tackle life, enjoy a day at the Lake! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for boating! Such a cute place supplied with everything you will need for a getaway. Hostess is very nice and readily available. Deer in the backyard daily was a treat to see. (Momma’s and babies) Bird watchers will love Lanier, lots of different species. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meggan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

We had a wonderful time at this lake house! The location was in the perfect cove; with little boat traffic, making floating in the lake so relaxing. It’s a very gentle and short walk down to the lake (which is not very common on Lake Lanier), so our whole party was able to get down to the dock with ease. Checking in was easy, and the house was very clean. Katie was the perfect host!!! She left us a few staples (snacks/drinks/floats) to enjoy during our stay, was quick to answer any questions and make sure that we were having the best time while staying on the property. My husband had to work and he never had an issue with the wi-fi. The house had plenty of space for all of us to gather to play games and spend time together. We would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deneille F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation Weekend

The place was very clean. Michelle was super easy to get in touch with for any questions I had. She made the weekend extra special for us! Loved seeing the deer in the late afternoon and early morning walking thru the yard! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B., East Cobb, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect weekend getaway!

This is a perfectly sized cabin for a family (or two!) with direct lake access. The host is very accommodating and really just lovely to deal with. The house has great accommodations (Wi-Fi, laundry, fire pit, chiminea, board games, a very nice coffee bar, and so on!), is clean and well appointed, and is near to a lot of great activities and convenient shopping. There are lots of food/delivery options to make your stay as restful as possible. Definitely somewhere well return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay

Highly recommend. Everything you need to enjoy a stay on Lake Lanier. Well appointed, including kayaks and a great dock. Attentive host. Great location. Enjoyed watching the deer from the dining room window. 5 stars all the way!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay on the lake

We were in the Atlanta area for a teen baseball tournament for one week. We wanted to stay by the lake so that we could relax and have fun in our off time. The house was right on the lake. The property was beautiful. We used all the kayaks, paddle boats and canoe in the lake. The house had everything we needed for our stay including everything we needed to cook meals. Michelle was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Lake Access

Super flat, easy and short path to dock and lake. Plenty of space insides d on deck. Couldn’t have had a better host who was highly communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

My family stayed here 3 nights and it was a wonderful experience. We appreciated the quiet neighborhood, access to the lake, and the cleanliness of the property. The paddle boat, kayaks, and canoe were great for our teenagers to spend some energy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

McFee's

Convenient and close to lake

The house fulfilled our need for a weekend stay, while attending an event. The host made sure that we had everything that we needed and the deer were entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAYLOR S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Lake House

If you are looking for a place that your family can stretch out and feel comfortable, this is the perfect location! All the water toys make it a lot of fun to be down at the water and play in the lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and Quiet stay at Lake Lanier

Wonderful cozy family home with Lake views. Appreciated personal touches and thoughtful amenties. Enjoyed the easy access to hiking trails during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for NPFL bass tournament

Great location and property. We had enough parking for five trucks with boats and will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph S., Middleburg Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Week

Property was clean and well stocked. The host was a pleasure to work with. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mia/Michelle P., Stanhope

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family reunion spot!

We went to celebrate my grandmother's 93rd birthday(she lives nearby), and had the added bonus of having many different family members that are disbursed throughout the east coast come together here. The kitchen size was great for many people to be in helping cook a meal, lots of seating inside and outside for our bunch, and the amenities are a fantastic bonus. Swimming and fishing off the dock, kayak and paddle boat trips, taking pictures on the water at susnset. Its close to lots of things including Margaritaville which was a fun day trip. The main bedroom bed was very comfortable, as was the day beds in the den. The water pressure was great, which is important for me at the end of the day. The laundry room was spacious, and the coffee bar was nice to have. Host was very responsive and great to communicate with. Lots of nice decor/plants, it definitely felt homey. All of my family loved the house and property and made several comments about how great it was that I found it for our occasion. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time on the lake

We greatly enjoyed our stay. The house is well decorated, and has everything you need. I appreciated the ceiling fans in each room and the easy to operate central air that kept the house cool in the Georgia heat. The kids enjoyed the foosball table. It was so nice to have everything we needed provided to enjoy the lake. The paddle boats, canoe, kayaks, noodles and floaties made it easy to get out and have fun. I was thankful to not have to pack those things or rent them. The host Michelle was very nice, responsive and attentive. I would stay here next time I come to Lake Lanier.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S., North Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Unwind

House was in a great location; a quiet waterfront home just minutes from shopping and dining. The house was just what we were looking for in a weekend getaway. There were deer roaming everywhere which the kids loved. We would gladly come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Lake Lanier! Michelle was the best host! she was sweet enough to accommodated our flight schedule, beautiful house and view off the dock! Super nice porch sitting. The Lake house everything we needed to make our stay completely comfortable! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time!!

We loved sitting on the dock in the evenings. Kids swam, used the paddle boats to explore, deer would come and eat every morning and evening! Great location and kids loved the Foosball table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake House in Great Location

We have stayed in several lake houses on lake Lanier and this was by far our best experience. The house is in a great location close to shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed swimming and using the paddle boat and 2 Kayaks. One of the best things that separates this house from others is the very easy walk down to the dock. This was the first lake house where my In-Laws (in their 80’s) have been able to walk to the dock and enjoy the view. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun place

This property was very comfortable and was a unique getaway. Plenty of seating for my family of six plus 5 more visitors. Well stocked with supplies and a great location! Michelle was a great host and we hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Weekend at Lake Lanier

This was a fantastic stay. Excellent property and communication. The house is perfect for a relaxing weekend. Located in a safe area. Although we did not use, there are alot of amenities on site. The house was clean, comfortable and simply perfect for our needs. We will return when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay and Great Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our host could not have been more helpful and thoughtful. This is a wonderful house that I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobin W., Noblesville, IN USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Property

Wonderful property in a great area. The lake is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JANINE G., Palatine,il

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic month long summer stay

Michelle’s place is a quiet cove that opens to a body of water perfect for water sports before getting to “big water.” We waterskied, wake boarded, tubed, canoed, paddle boarded, and floated in the lovely warm water! Jet skied up to Gainesville! Ate, drank at Pirates Pete, fish tales, pig tales, twisted oar. Went to dueling pianos in Buford. And we went to Margaritaville! Every morning, I sat up on the dock with Cup of coffee on her comfortable chaise lounges. No biting bugs up there and best view!Most of the time it was like our own private lake! Her house was nicely air conditioned, spacious for 8 to play games in her living room. The fosse ball was fun! The kitchen was plenty big and well equipped. The blender rocked for great drinks! The washer dryer were really big. The extra fridge was great! Beds were really comfortable. We tubed the chatahoche, biked the beltline, did the trolley tour of Atlanta, got the city pass ( coca come museum, civil rights museum and Aquarium. Golfed x3! I recommend it all! We had our 3 adult 20 something year old kids snd few friends. We made great memories and really maximized our stay! The location for all the things were great. Plus we had hardly any rain. Any store you might need is 20 minutes. Thanks Michelle!!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darla N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Weekend Getaway

Michelle is an amazing host and the house met all of our needs! She has lots of little touches that makes you feel at home. The property is in a quiet little cove and the deer will come out daily to say hi! My friends and I will be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022