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Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, steps from Lake Lanier

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Escape to Blue Heron Cove, a waterfront haven on Lake Lanier with private dock and party deck. Enjoy lake views from almost every room and unwind in the spacious outdoor kitchen or by the fire ring. With WI-FI, flat screen TVs, and seating for 10 in the dining area, this home is perfect for family gatherings or getaways with friends.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit

House, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 11)

Blue Heron Cove is the perfect spot for your lake vacation. Located on a huge cove, this waterfront property has lake views from almost every room. The house comes with a private dock with party deck on a quiet area of the lake in Gainesville. Bring your boat and park your trailer in the spacious driveway. You can also rent a boat from close by marina.

The Blue Heron Cove house is well suited for family gatherings, a family reunion, 4 couples or even buddies in town for a fishing tournament or a golf getaway. The property is only a few steps to the dock and lake, and the grassy area gently slopes to the water. The professionally built outdoor kitchen and the fire ring make the outdoor spaces complete and enjoyable in all seasons. The house is convenient to shopping and restaurants in Gainesville. Lake Lanier Islands Resort and water park is about 25 minutes away.

There are 4 bedrooms (see below) and 3 full bathrooms and one half bath. There is one bedroom on the main level and the other 3 are upstairs. Two of the 4 bedrooms open to the upstairs deck and have wonderful lake views. You can watch people tube, ski or fish from the house or dock and enjoy the sunset as well. The main living area has large windows overlooking the lake. The kitchen and the eating area can seat 10 people comfortably for dinner. There is seating outside on the patio as well.

WI-FI is available. There are two flat screen TV's (satellite service); one on each floor.

On the dock, you can sit and enjoy the sun on the upper part of the large party dock or stay below for more shade or fishing. Either location allows for a great view of lake activities. Port Royale is the closest Marina. Balus Creek or Mountain View are the two closest boat ramps. If interested, we have kayaks and paddleboards available for rent.


We are a residential location and cannot accommodate a large EVENT. Family gatherings, couples, mature women or men's groups are fine and welcome. If you have more than 10 or 11 people, please inquire about suitability of space. We strive to maintain our home in pristine condition and have found party events are not in keeping with the vision for our vacation rental. Thank you for your understanding.

**For additional sleeping capacity (3 adults), you can add the guest house for an additional fee, which has a king and queen bed with private bath. Inquire with owner for details.

***For gatherings that call for double or triple the space, check out our sister properties only 1 door down VRBO# 427011 or next door VRBO# 2784449.***

Bedroom Lay Outs

1. King (Ground floor bedroom); private bathroom.

2. King (Upstairs bedroom) - lake view- opens to deck. Shared bath.

3. Queen (Upstairs bedroom) and day bed with trundle in sitting area (2 twins). Perfect views; Opens to deck. Private bathroom.

4. Queen (upstairs bedroom). Shared bath.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Absolutely no parties or events. If you want guests other than occupants to be on property for any reason, please message owner prior to booking.
No smoking or vaping in the house, on any covered areas, deck or dock.
Maximum number of vehicles is 6, unless approved. Please let owner know if you are bringing a boat trailer and the length of the trailer.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Small breeds up to 25 pounds allowed @ $150 each

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
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
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
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

JULY DATES AVAILABLE! Gorgeous lake view ~only steps to lake.

About the area

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. College Square Shopping Center and North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Lanier and Elachee Nature Science Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, or head to an event or a match at Road Atlanta. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier
    Lake Lanier
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • aerial shot of a circular driveway with a water fountain in the center at a vineyard surrounded by lush green trees, grass and plants at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort in Braselton Georgia USA
    Chateau Elan Winery
    25 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Road Atlanta
    20 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Mall of Georgia
    23 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    29 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
    4 min drive
  • RaceTrac
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    8 min drive
  • KFC
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lanier, Oaks Miniature Golf and Chattahoochee River. Elachee Nature Science Center and Wilshire Trails Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Fabulous views on nice cove! Easy short walk to dock. Outdoor kitchen & fire pit Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 166 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside layout was perfect for the seven of us. Outdoor grill area and fire pit were amazing. Nice quiet location in the lake! Host was wonderful and helped us with firewood.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight J.

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

What a great weekend!

We were in Gainesville for our daughter's wedding, and decided to rent this house with our friends. This is a great house with everything that we needed. The area is quiet, the dock is great, and the view of the lake is outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalies D.

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

Wonderful house and location

Second time staying here- perfect location and outdoor area for swimming and entertaining.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Mark G.

Very nice property. Close to lake. Very well stocked. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

A wonderful place to share Thanksgiving

Joni was a wonderful host and communicated appropriately before and during our 4-night stay. The property suited our family’s needs (a long list) very well. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay

Great location. The house was very clean and as advertised. Would definately stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayna N.

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

Great family home on the lake.

A wonderful spacious floorplan, on an almost level lot. We caught lots of fish off the dock, and enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and grill. Property manager was helpful and attentive to any question. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Great Place to Make Memories with Family

Property just as described. Easy walk to lake, close to marina to pick up rental boat, great communication with Property manager,
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Bray Stay

The house was one of the cleanest VRBO homes I have ever stayed at. The house was terrific with a terrific view. The manager was extremely easy to contact and made sure everything went well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla P.

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

Wonderful time with family in a beautiful setting!

This property is well maintained and the very convenient to shopping and restaurants. The view is amazing and we enjoyed some beautiful sunsets. It was an unforgettable week for celebrating my husband’s 50th birthday! We hope to make it an annual tradition.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn B.

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

Lake vacation

The property was clean and quiet. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch drinking my morning coffee viewing the lake and listening to and watching the wildlife. Enough room for our family of four generations staying there. Communications with property owner was very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Location, Location, Location

We have stayed in this home once before and found the home to be well maintained and perfect for our growing family. Ideally located very near where I grew up so that our family can use the spillover space at the rental to ease some of the hosting our Mom used to have to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista & Gerald D.

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

Fantastic home on Lake Lanier

Wonderful stay during Christmas time. House perfect for our family of 5. Beds very comfortable, and all our communication with the host was informative, quickly answered and friendly! 5 stars!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Perfect girls’ weekend

This house was perfect for our girls’s weekend - there were 9 of us and we had plenty of bed and bathroom space. The view of the lake was lovely - enjoyed sitting on the dock in the mornings and afternoons - very quiet section of the lake. Saw 3 deer on the property one morning. Very well stocked kitchen - five stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

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

Late Aug getaway

Terrific getaway during week. Quiet, few boats around. Fantastic renovated home on long quiet cove facing sw. Has everything, close to grocery stores, excellent ac, kitchen, outdoor bbq. Easy to work with property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Great vacation on Lake Lanier

Wonderful, relaxing vacation! Great time with our adult children. Great location, very easy access to shopping and entertainment. Lake access was just steps outside the back door. We rented a boat one day and enjoyed kayaking and floating the other days. Joni was very responsive in answering questions. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana V.

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

Awesome loxation and view

The house was perfect for our girls trip. It had more than enough room for 5 ladies (6 were planned). We loved the lake view and spending time outdoors on the dock, front and back patios, and at the firepit. The owners even left us firewood with a starter log. Gainesville is close enough for anything needed (restaurants, groceries, etc.). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

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

Great Lake Property

This house and neighborhood really fit our needs. We always have a family Thanksgiving in Gainesville and this is the best house we have stayed in. The double ovens are great for Thanksgiving cooking needs, the half bath in the laundry room comes in handy too, and the big dining table was perfect for our family to gather around for the big meal. Joni was very easy to communicate with and the view on the lake was beautiful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Lake Lanier House

The house is as described and everything was in very good condition and very clean. The dock is very close to the house and also in nice shape. While we were there we had very little boat traffic. Joni was very quick to respond to questions. We had a great time and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mercy

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

Family vacation.

We were a family of 10 (from 70 to 3 years old) gather for the holidays on this beautiful lake house. Property was clean and spacious, kitchen well equipped, the bedroom on the first floor was perfect for us, the oldest, while the youngest stayed upstairs, everyone enjoy the house and the beautiful backyard, nice firepit and very beautiful sunset. Location is great, very close to supermarkets, restaurants and church, but once you get to the house you feel like you are far away, in a very peaceful place. Good communication with the host, easy check in and check out. I will love to rent this place again in the future, perhaps in summer time to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Divine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is our second year staying at this property to attend the Divine Conference hosted by Free Chapel and it was again, a wonderful experience and stay. Joni is a fantastic host and immediately answered any questions we had. The house has direct lake access, which was very peaceful because of the house's location. Sitting outside with a coffee in the mornings and a glass of wine in the evenings was so lovely and tranquil. We also took advantage of the firepit as we enjoyed the weather and watched the stars You will not be disappointed with the property!! Thanks Joni for a great stay... we will see you next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carolyn c.

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

Best Place on the Lake

We were so happy when we found this home. On the lake, with a dock, and a nice easy slope down to the lake. This is rare as most of them have very steep lake access. It is in a beautiful cove that is just the right size. Not to small and not too big. It is on Flat Creek which is one of the better fishing areas, and the cove is deep out in the middle. Very nice area - quiet and surrounded by woods. We saw deer, squirrels, birds, ducks, geese. The only disappointment on our visit was that we didn't see any fish, LOL. We fished really hard from the dock but conditions were not good for fishing. There is a large fire pit and outdoor kitchen with lots of seating around. The house has an upper deck and lower patio also with great seating. Despite the cold weather we spent much family time outside.We loved the layout of the home. On the main (lower) level is a King bedroom with private bath, plus the kitchen, dining, living areas, laundry room. Perfect for our older couple as they had no stairs to deal with. Upstairs are 3 more bedrooms. One with private bath. The two other bedrooms share a bath. There is also an upstairs den where the family enjoyed games. We were there over NY. We had family in from TX and this home was perfect for us locals to spend time with them. We had our traditional NY southern meal at the dining table which seats 10. This table was also great for family card games.Kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake house for any getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home that is well-kept and well-equipped. The host could not have been more responsive. Our family group of 5 all agreed we hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home in a beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025