[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier Family-friendly vacation home in Gainesville ![Smart TV, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914900/103914811/7a27b3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914900/103914811/ee7f9b20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914900/103914811/ca82d5f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914900/103914811/e3941ad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914900/103914811/a15f39e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier Welcome to Happy Valley Hideaway – Where Family Lake Adventures Begin! Calling all fun-loving families! Happy Valley Hideaway is the ultimate lake escape where everyone—kids, parents, even the dog—can unwind, explore, and make unforgettable memories together. Whether you’re grilling on the deck, roasting s’mores under the stars, or paddling out from your private dock, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat has everything you need for a stress-free vacation that feels like home (but way better). Lake Life, Upgraded Want to rent a boat or jet ski? We’ve partnered with local friends to offer deep discounts on pontoon boats and more. After booking, you’ll receive our digital guidebook with all the local tips—and your exclusive rental deals! Perfectly Located for Family Fun Just 15 mins from Lake Lanier Olympic Park Chattahoochee Golf Club is right down the road Explore shops & restaurants at nearby Gainesville Square Grocery run? Less than a mile away! Space for Everyone to Relax Main floor: 2 king bedrooms (yes, with Smart TVs!) Huge spa-like bathroom + laundry right where you need it Fully equipped kitchen with lake views Cozy open-concept living and dining with direct access to the deck, grill, and hammock naps! Kid-Friendly Hangout Zone Downstairs is where the fun happens! With 5 total beds, it’s a sleepover dream for kids and teens. Plus: Smart TV on wheels (indoor or outdoor movie night, anyone?) Extra fridge and dining space for snacks & sodas Game room with foosball, board games & custom wet bar for the grownups Outdoor Fun for All Ages Short, easy walk to your private dock with free kayaks & paddleboards Roast marshmallows around the fire pit Chill on the covered patio while the kids play nearby Watch wildlife and enjoy sunsets right from the deck Yes, We’re Pet-Friendly! Furry family members are welcome—just keep them leashed as the yard isn’t fenced. Safety First We have outdoor cameras and a Ring doorbell for added peace of mind. Easy Arrival & Parking 2-car carport (fits a boat!) Max 4 cars in the driveway Heads up: the driveway is a little tight near the neighbor’s fence—backing in is easiest! A Note on Vibes This is a peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood—no parties, please! Quiet hours are 10pm–7am so everyone can get a good night’s sleep. Happy Valley Hideaway is more than just a lake house—it’s your family’s new favorite tradition. Book your stay today and get ready for lake days, game nights, and memory-making moments you'll talk about for years to come! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Foosball table ### 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 ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92280000/92272100/92272005/153b9a5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront with 2-Tier Dock & Jet Ski Dock, Boat Lift, Pool Table, Kayaks, Tubes Dawsonville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=92272005&PinnedHotelID=92272005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103370000/103362100/103362019/ed7d50d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Lakehouse with Dock and king bed Gainesville Gainesville - 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We do have strict quiet time hours of 10pm-7am. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=34.370075,-83.84716&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:axxpEvkw%7EN%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%40S%40QBS%40QBQBSBQ%40QBQDQBSDOBQDQDQDQDODQFQDOFQDOFOFQFMHQFMFOHOHOFMHOHMHMHOJMHKJMHKJMJKJMJKHKLMJIJKLIJKLIJILILILGLIJGLINGLELGLGNELGLENELENCLENELCNCNCLANCNANCNAL%3FNANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40L%3FNBN%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLBNDNDLBLDNDLDNFLDLFLFLDNFLHJFLHLFLHLHJHLHJJLJJHJJLJHJJJLLHJJLHJJLHJJLHNHLHLHNFLHNHNFNFLHPFLFPFNDNFPFNDPDPDNDPDPDPBPDNBRDPBPBP%40PBRBP%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%3FR%40P%40R%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPARAP%3FRAPARAPCRAPCPCRAPCPCPEPCRENCPEPEPEPENEPEPGNGPENGNGPGLIPGLGNININGLINILILINKLIJKLIJKLIJMLKJIJMJKJKHMJKJMHKHMHMFMHMHKFMHOFMDMFMFMDOFMDODMDMBODODMBOBOBM%40OBO%40O%40OBM%3FO%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAM%3FOAOCOAOCMAOCOCMCOEMEOCMEOEMEMGOEMGMGMEOGMIKGMIMIMGMIKIMIKKMIKKKIMMIKKKKMKKKMIKKMIKKMIOIMIMIOGMIOIOGOGMIQGMGQGOEOGQEOGQEQEOEQEQEQCQEOCSEQCQAQCQCSCQAQCSAQASAQ%3FSAQ%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Z40Cx_v3dzIMx85mLaFHUkD4Z5Y=) Gainesville, GA #### What's nearby - Chattahoochee Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.4 km - Brenau University - 11 min drive - 9.3 km - Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 14 min drive - 10.5 km - Lake Lanier Olympic Park - 16 min drive - 13.2 km - Lanier Technical College - 17 min drive - 15.0 km #### Getting around - Gainesville Station - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bluefin Hibachi & Sushi - ‬11 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Waterfront with an easy walk to party dock and pet friendly home on Lake Lanier located? > This family-friendly Gainesville vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lanier and Chattahoochee Golf Club. Chattahoochee River and Quinlan Visual Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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