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A rustic lodge with a wooden bridge leading to the entrance, surrounded by dense foliage and a stone pathway. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
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A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a stone fireplace. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A spacious wooden interior with a staircase, two armchairs, and a view through large windows. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, and a built-in microwave. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort

  • Bellissimo Castle is one of the few homes on Lake Lanier that provides you with 2 Luxury Tri-toon boats, Custom Ordered Wake Boat, 2 Sea-Doo jet skis, Paddle boat, Kayaks and Paddleboards at your own private dock ( additional rental fees apply ) property also provides the entire family with outdoor and indoor entertainment unlike any other home on the lake. Pickleball court, sand volleyball, ping pong, pool table, 12’ chess, bocce court, sauna, pool, karaoke, Golden Tee, 8 person hot tub

    This unique home has 3 levels of living space....8 bdrms, 10 bths,,,the top floor of the home has the largest master bedroom with a king bed and on-suite bath, fireplace, lake view, gym area, desk area and stone stairway up to the star-gazing roof top bar complete with fire-pit table , bar area and refrigerator. The main level of the home has a spacious family room with fire place, open dining area and kitchen with fireplace ( dining for 22 people) bedroom with king bed and on-suite bath and elevator to lower level. Walk out to covered patio and deck area with fire place and fire pit table and beautiful lake view. The lower terrace level provides a game room with karaoke system, card table, chess table, Golden Tee video game, bar area with refrigerator and fireplace and 6 more bedrooms...4 king beds, 1 queen bed and 6 bunk beds. Two of the bedrooms have walk-out doors to the pool area and one of the bedrooms has a fireplace. We provide you with a Side-By-Side ATV to carry coolers, food or guests to the dock area or to the outdoor recreational area located on the property which has sand volleyball, pickle ball court, outdoor chess set, foosball, pool table , basketball and cornhole. The area has several great activities...however, you have so many activities on the property, there is no need to leave ! Do your kids love camping ? We have 2 (4) person tents and 6 sleeping bags for them use if they want to break free from the adults.

    The entire house ! 9200 sf ....lake front on 8 private acres !

    You will be greeted at the home upon arrival by the host or the home owner and the homeowner will be available for any issues that may arise.

    Located on 8 acres, wooded , gated and lake front. Only one neighbor adjacent to the property but private distance

    ATV / Plenty of parking on the property, circular driveway in front of the home can accommodate 10-15 cars, additional parking in driveway adjacent to the house can accommodate 15 + cars

    Please cover your pet deposit, the deposit is per pet and you will be charged if you show up with more pets than posted on the reservation. The home has security cameras at the front gate, the front door and pool area of the home for insurance purposes. If you have an issue with the pool camera, please let us know.
    Security cameras are located at the front entrance of the home and at the boat dock for your safety . Pool has a security camera for insurance purposes but may be turned off if so requested. Front entrance of the property has ponds and waterfalls , children should not be allowed to walk on the rocks or in the ponds or waterfalls. Home is equipped with an elevator and sauna and should not be used without reviewing instructions ...children are not allowed to use without adult supervision. A pet deposit of $300 PER pet is required at booking. Please be honest ! If you show up with additional pets you will be required to pay the additional deposits. Guests will be greeted by David upon arrival. This home is not your typical short term rental home, several unique systems and additions require instruction to ensure a comfortable stay for our guests. Early check-in is not allowed unless required within 24 hours before the arrival date. Our cleaning service arrives at 10 am on check out day.

    PRIMARY RENTER MUST BE 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT THIS PROPERTY

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About the area

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Don Carter State Park, while Smithgall Arts Center and Gainesville Theatre Alliance are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with a group of trees, a pier in the background, and a boat on the water.
    Lake Lanier
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A field of yellow and purple tulips.
    Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
    21 min drive - 20.8 km
  • An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a forested shoreline and a clear sky.
    Mall of Georgia
    50 min drive - 64.7 km
  • An aerial view of a roundabout with a central fountain, surrounded by landscaped areas and parking lots.
    Chateau Elan Winery
    54 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Brenau University
    21 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Zaxby’s Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    14 min drive
  • Longstreet Cafe
    15 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    14 min drive
  • Waffle House
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Lanier and within 9 mi (15 km) of Don Carter State Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club. Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 20 have been renting homes for our family vacations for over 20 years. This home and the hosts made this our number one home ever. The home had everything a large family would ever need. The home was clean and really set up for our size family. The large living room provided a great place to meet and make memories. The kitchen and dining spaces ( inside and out) was large enough for all of us to eat together. The lake, pool and all the other amenities was great. If you are a large family or party this is the place to come to. Thank you Dave and Mandy for everything. We will return Jeff & Betty
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! As a big family with wide ranging ages, it’s difficult to find a place to accommodate all of us. My children found this and we had a weekend to celebrate my 80th birthday. Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms and plenty to do without leaving the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David and his team make sure you have everything you need. Supplies are well stocked. A very comfortable home that’s perfect for large family gatherings. Everyone had a blast and we are looking forward to coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property and host

Exceptionally spacious and comfortable. Host puts a lot of emphasis on features and guest satisfaction. Great kitchen and dining - perfect for our large group. Equipment, games .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family get away

the property is just beautiful, the home has everything needed for a wonderful week's stay. our family was young adults and older and were able to keep busy all week long. Great space for everyone. truly a great trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Castle

The lake met our expectations. The castle needs some updates and a deep cleaning
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome vacation

This house is amazing. It has everything that you would need to relax and enjoy a family vacation. Each bedroom has their own bathroom and TV. The lake has a beach area that you can lay out and get some sun or enjoy the water. Any problems you can always text or call Nancy or David and they respond right away. I would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific Lake Vacation

We rented this house for a family vacation. Mix of adults, teenagers, and one toddler. We loved it! House is huge and had everything we needed. David was an attentive host and went above and beyond. We rented the jet skis and they were awesome. We took out the tritoon for one day and it was a highlight of the trip. The easy access to the lake made it one of the best lake vacations we have had. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO experience we have ever had

I cannot say enough about our experience. The house was impeccable, everything you could possibly need. Activities everywhere on the property. The house was spotless! Our host was amazing! Communication was great, he bent over backwards to make sure we had the best time. We will most definitely be back and will be bringing more people Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay on a wonderful property!

This was our 10th year doing a reunion trip, and we went big for the occasion -- Castle Bellissimo was a blast!-- ample sleeping arrangements to accommodate 15 adults very comfortably-- 100" TV in the main room with 12-seater wraparound couch ( with all seats reclining ) -- great outdoor kitchen area, next to a huge hot tub and an infrared sauna-- outdoor gaming area ... we played pickleball for hours-- rooftop bar was a hit-- fully loaded boat dock ... we took the pontoon boat out for a cruise on a beautiful Saturday afternoonThere's so much to do on property and we certainly didn't get to all of it in our four-day / three-night stay. Guess we'll have to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Family Reunion

After a long, private and rustic driveway from the road to the house, we were treated to a visually unique and stunning estate setting inside and out. Incredible outdoor waterfall system with color changing lights. A night time marvel. (Built by the Owner, Dave) Very large, well equipped house, many amenities and plenty of space for large family gatherings and numerous private sitting areas for relaxation or small get togethers. The house stonework and woodwork (inside and out) is just amazing. Actually more of a private resort feel with a beautiful view and direct access to the lake. We had 16 family members from infants, toddlers, pre-teens to grandparents with plenty of room and plenty to do. Dave was very attentive and personally checked in with us daily to see if there was anything we needed. Dave continues to work on improving the property and adding new amenities. This was one of those unique and special family/location experiences to be remembered and talked about for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and charming castle! The grandkids loved the atmosphere and we had lots of fun with the boat and tube. The waterfall is beautiful lit up and the dragon is a great addition. Dave was very responsive to all our needs and requests!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Bellissimo Castle. We rented the tritoon for the week and it was so convenient having the boat right there so we could go out on the lake at any time. The outdoor kitchen area was amazing and we really enjoyed grilling and eating outside. David was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family trip this location is 10/10. David was a great host responsive and able to help when needed. We rented the pontoon and also drove our wake boat up plenty of space for boating and great lake, swimming and activity with the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very accommodating and responsive. The property was very unique and had all the fun toys for our large group to enjoy! Very cool experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle was an absolute delight, as were the hosts. Very clear communication, very responsive and accommodating (especially given our large family), and a wonderful retreat right on the like. Would certainly recommend to any families in the area, and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect corporate retreat location for our small company team. David, the host, was welcoming and super responsive to any questions. House is both palatial and interesting with the castle decor. Built-in karaoke setup was awesome and a huge hit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Hosts were great. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had our family reunion there and it was awesome. We all enjoyed ourselves and there was plenty of things to do for everyone. Amazing experience and would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

Great place to hang out with friends and family. Something for for everyone to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like a private resort.

Everything was great 👍. Dave was a great host! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great holiday weekend

Went we a large group of friends with our kids, had an awesome time!!! House was great, dock was awesome, I highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Thanksgiving ever

Had the best Thanksgiving ever with my family! We will definitely be coming back this summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

This is a really cool property and a fun place to celebrate my 13 year olds birthday with friends. The on property boat and jet ski rentals made it very easy. David was available with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

georgia trip

excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023