Escape to Dock Holiday, a beautiful lakefront cottage perfect for families and friends. This inviting retreat offers a dock and lakefront firepit, private hot tub, patio area for gatherings and cookouts. Inside you'll discover wood accents, rustic decor throughout the cozy living room with comfortable furnishings surrounding a wood-burning fireplace.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6136 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room
Dock Holiday
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An idyllic waterfront escapade awaits at this family-friendly cottage! Dock Holiday is a beautiful lakefront cottage equipped with all the comforts of a home and out-of-the-ordinary amenities, including a dock and lakefront firepit, a private hot tub for a dip or two in the evening, and a patio area for cookouts and more of life's moments.
Upon entering this air-conditioned cottage, you will discover wood accents and rustic decor throughout, which will genuinely make you feel at home and away from city life. The inviting living room is the definition of comfort, with comfortable furnishings surrounding a wood-burning fireplace and a large TV. Stream the season finale of your favorite series while snuggling up by the fire. The chef of the group will fall in love with this kitchen. Equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a full-size fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and dishwasher, you will have everything needed to prepare the most unbelievably delicious meals. A coffee station off of the kitchen will delight the coffee enthusiasts of the group. It's appointed with plenty of cups, several coffee makers, and an electric milk frother. High-speed internet and a washer/dryer round out your home's essentials.
Your home is located near attractions like the Towns County Park and the Chatuge Dam Trail for scenic sights and adventure, as well as Hamilton Gardens at Lake Chatuge. Anderson Music Hall is also within 10 miles. Enjoy golfing about 13 miles away at Butternut Creek Golf Course or drinks at Grandaddy Mimm's Distilling Co. Roughly 20 miles away, Brasstown Bald Visitors Center provides unique sights and experiences.
THINGS TO KNOW Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access.The private dock is a located on a private drive Lake is lowered in the winter. Dock is for swimming off of. No Boats allowed during shallow water.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 1.
Dock details: usable late may through End of August. DOCK IS TO SWIM OFF OF ONLY
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Next to a golf course
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Table tennis
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
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
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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 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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Hiawassee, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and Hamilton Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Victoria's Center and Union County Farmers Market. Rollins Planetarium and Peacock Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby. Visit our Hiawassee travel guide
Is Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room located?
Situated in Hiawassee, this golf cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Chatuge Lake, Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest. Boundary Waters Marina and Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Lakefront cottage with private dock, hot tub, fireplace & game room Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
House was as described. nice open floor plan with plenty of room to space out. The house was nicely equipped and updated. we enjoyed the outdoors space all weekend.
Nicholas W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rasa D.
30 July 2024
Beautiful and cozy
Our family enjoyed this beautiful and cozy home. The location, décor and game room were all big hits with our family.
Rasa D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
6 Oct 2024
Review of Doc Holiday Home
This is a very cozy home, beautifully decorated and a great view of the Lake.
Bed was very comfortable, living area and couch were cozy and relaxing, kitchen is beautiful. Great place to relax and stay.
Stayed here with friends. Very clean and plenty of space. Great view from the front yard.
Cameron B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
18 Aug 2024
Relaxing Waterfront Retreat
House was very comfortable, clean, and right on the water. Several large screen tv’s and the kitchen was very well equipped with new appliances and everything needed for cooking meals.
There is a review about the water being too low so it was difficult for a jet ski, however, it was perfect depth for our kids!!! We had a blast!
ashley e.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sara D.
6 May 2024
Great little lake house
House had everything we needed and kept the kids entertained. Everything is very up to date inside. Super quiet spot - we had the lake to ourselves.
Sara D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve or Christie G.
31 Oct 2023
Beautiful house
House was decorated beautifully. Enjoyed the hot tub. The huge windows in front were perfect for watching the geese on the lake.
Steve or Christie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
21 June 2024
Relaxing Lake Trip
The house was not a house, it was a home. From the jacuzzi to the potato peeler, it had everything you need and then some. Comfy beds, boat dock and the coffee bar was my favorite. Hope to visit again real soon!
Amy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Maria S.
21 July 2024
Lovely home, shallow cove
We loved the simplicity and cleanliness of the house. The hot tub and garage made for wonderful spaces to spend our time. There is no ladder on the dock to get in and out so don’t expect to swim from the dock without cutting up your legs to get out. This home was very clean and well kept.
Game room was fun. Bed were nice. Lots of blankets.
I requested they add pencils.
Chelsea J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
13 Nov 2023
Comfortable home
This house was clean, comfortable, and homey. It was the perfect stay for our out of state weekend wedding. Their attention to detail was a plus, whether it be hand soap, shampoo or dish detergent. They had us covered. While we did not have time to use the hot tub, it looked like new and well kept. The garage game room was perfect for a little fun time to kill. Last but not least, the check in and out process was simple!
Christine S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Merritt W.
9 Oct 2023
Stunning Lake House
This home has been totally renovated. From the hardwood floors to the bathrooms to the beautiful kitchen. The view of the lake is spatactular from the many oversized windows. The sunrise over the lake is spectacular. Brand new appliances and professionally decorated. The beds and linens were better than home. We have already ordered the fabulous pillows they have. Worth every penny!
Everything was so cozy, clean, & perfect for our little family. Loved the game room/garage & was grateful that the neighbors let us use their dock since the lake is low/property’s dock was not usable. The way the “fun stuff” (hot tub/game room/lake access/fire pit) is laid out makes it perfect for everyone to do their own thing but still be together. Beds were cozy & the location is perfectly quiet so we all got a good night’s sleep each night. Appreciated the huge washer & dryer (especially since we visited from Asheville and haven’t had water here lately) & all the little touches in the very well stocked kitchen (stocked with small appliances/essentials for cooking).
My only feedback for a better experience would be to include a photo of the private side road where you turn to access the house. We arrived after sunset and had a really hard time finding our way to the driveway.
Kristen T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Debra F.
4 Sept 2024
Cute house - convenient location
We enjoyed the house itself, it was an older home that had been recently updated and was very cute inside. The location felt very safe and was convenient to several restaurants. We had read previous reviews that the lakefront wasn’t very accessible, due to the dock not extending into deeper water. Those reviews were accurate. We were not able to get into “swimming” territory, since you’d have to wade a long way through a squishy, clay like bottom to get out to deep water. If the house had been equipped with kayaks or some type of inflatable water toys, then maybe we could have gotten out on the lake. So, bring your own kayaks or floats if you have them. One other item to note, although it wasn’t a problem for us, but we noticed - is there are 4 motorhomes set up on a neighboring property. You pass them coming and going from the house.
Perfect home and furnishings - boat trip dock fail
The home is absolutely adorable, well furnished and comfortable. The location and proximity to the lake is perfect for those who want a lake vacation. The views in the area are stunning and the manage communicated quickly.
Everything about this stay was perfect except the dock and the wifi, which were mentioned by other reviewers.
Based on those reviews we looked at the photos and how high the present lake levels were and we thought we would be pretty safe. Unfortunately, that was not the case and we were not able to dock our boat. If we had a pontoon boat we may have been fine, but with our small crownline it wasn’t possible.
The other issue with bringing the boat, and not being able to dock, is that the road to the house is a very narrow dirt road. We were able to pull our boat there on the trailer, but if it had been any bigger we would have been hard pressed to turn it around.
Again-the home itself was absolutely delightful and we would stay here again, but if we wanted to rent a house we could dock our boat at every night, this would not be the one.
Shannon G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Selena R.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Wonderful home but dock almost unusable.
The home itself was beautiful, clean and comfy. There are a few things that should be noted though. We brought our jet skis up for the weekend and at full pool water level the dock is in such shallow water you basically have to stand in the muck to tie off, etc. and there is no swimming right around the dock. It would be WONDERFUL if the dock were extended to a usable depth. One plus is that there is a ramp right around the corner though. Also I think due to recent rains the garage with the “extras” was full of standing water the entire stay rendering the other amenities difficult to use because of the standing water and the grass in the front yard was tall and hadn’t been cut in some time. I think this was also due to recent weather. The corn hole boards were covered in mold and most of the darts are broken so those both could be replaced. Lastly, the vacuum didn’t work either.
The home itself is beautiful and comfy though with a great view. It just didn’t provide the usability we were looking for.
Selena R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
John B.
20 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great Location / Property contents need updating.
At first glance the ranch style home is inviting with an obvious “lake” theme. Nicely located in a side cove, the dock is short and does not extend past the muck/mud and does not have a ladder to climb back up if you choose to swim in or float on the lake from the dock. Docking a boat, shallow. The hot tub was lovely and comfortable for 4 adults.
We cook and found the kitchen to have good appliances but was lacking in serving bowls, silverware needs to be updated (no grown up forks or serving spoons), some of the skillets just need to be thrown out and bring your own sharpened knives if you plan on cooking. Only 2 trash bags are provided and when we arrived, the outside trash bin was full until trash pick up on Tuesday. The grill needs to be replaced as the bottom it is very rusted as are the burner covers and flame up hazardously.
The bathrooms are good sized but bring your own toiletries as 1-1 oz shampoo and cream rinse for each bathroom with 4 people lasts 2 showers. Each bathroom was stocked with a set of towels (2 bath, 3 hand, 3 wash cloths) and a floor mat but only 2 rolls of TP. No beach towels are available, bring your own.
The main bedroom was spacious with a dresser and large closet. Sadly, none of the mattresses in any of the bedrooms were comfortable. Neither of the two non-main bedrooms had dresser storage. Caution with the sunken living room, the BIG step down can be a trip/step down hazard for short, children, or physically impaired people.
It's a beautiful house, and it has great access to the lake with a dock for your boat (in season). The game room/garage was very popular, and the hot tub was hot and ready.
A few negatives:
Internet was horrible when we first arrived. We had no working internet for the 1st half of our 4 night stay. The management tried to help, but bless their hearts, they're not IT. Between my bro-in-law and myself, we got it working "good" (not great). Evidence suggested that it is a bad CAT 5 cord, or bad port on a router. The wifi needs a serious, and much simpler, hardware upgrade. Some form of restitution should have been offered as it compromised school work, and business for some of the guests.
2) The road that gives access to the house is different from the street address, and was confusing/hard to find. It's also in a state of disrepair, but perhaps that's a city council issue.
3) The cleanliness of the property was compromised by pet hair. Strange as it is not a pet-friendly rental. The cleaning crew needs to pay more attention to corners, and under furniture, as pet hair would find it's way out from those areas. There was also lots of pet hair on the 2 chairs in the living room. They would "shed" on our clothes. There was also pet droppings littered across the lawn. One of the guests stepped in some, and it was a nuisance. Not sure how this happened, but please look into it.
I might stay here again, because it was a nice house w/great lake access. Just a lot to consider.