[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70270000/70263100/70263097/w908h683x58y0-1bb11fe2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70270000/70263100/70263097/w905h683x60y0-f2515b85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70270000/70263100/70263097/w906h683x60y0-a6421622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70270000/70263100/70263097/w905h683x60y0-c43857ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70270000/70263100/70263097/w905h683x60y0-99dce9a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Overlooking Lake Hartwell, Happy Place Lake Hartwell offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Enjoy breathtaking views from the screened porch, take a dip in the lake or paddleboard from the spacious dock. Inside, unwind in the large recreation room with movie and game areas or lounge on one of three levels. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated Create lifelong memories at this bright, updated, Craftsman-style lakefront home located on Lake Hartwell & convenient to I-85, GA & SC. At Happy Place Lake Hartwell you'll enjoy the best Lake amenities- a spacious, deep-water dock, great fishing, beautiful views, screened porch w/dining & lounging areas, spacious rec room with movie and game areas, and room to spread out over 3 levels. Close to dining, North GA mountains, Happy Place is the perfect year-round getaway for 1-2 families. The space Accessibility: The main level of the house offers a king bedroom with bath, kitchen, living area, and covered porch overlooking the lake. Access to the terrace level and second floor requires stairs. The panoramic views and deep water mean that the dock is accessed via a steep paved path and stairs. \*\*Older adults may find the walk to and from the dock difficult.\*\* Overlooking Lake Hartwell within a picturesque neighborhood with rolling hills and tree-lined streets is Happy Place at Lake Hartwell. Convenient to Greenville, Clemson, Athens and Atlanta, our house is perfect for family vacations and gameday get togethers. Sunny days at Happy Place are spent boating, fishing, paddle boarding and kayaking, lounging, and visiting with friends and family on the screened porch and dock. When you are ready for a break, head inside to enjoy a movie, games or foosball in the large recreation room, or lounge on the covered porch. The fun starts at the spacious dock on 24 feet of water at full pool. There you will find a paddleboard and kayak to explore the lake. Spread over the aluminum and Brazilian hardwood dock are two hammocks, a covered area with a table and chairs, and two chaise lounge chairs. Boats can be tied to the cleats along the side of the dock or use the shorter 14 foot jet ski slip. Low-key nights are enjoyed watching the string lights of the dock sparkle as they reflect on the ripples of water. Inside the front door of this craftsman-styled house you will find the laundry room and a half bath. Also on the main floor is a spacious primary bedroom with a king size bed, and a private bath with double sinks. Just beyond the bedroom is the open great room with vaulted ceilings housing the fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, eating area, and living area. The dining table seats seven with three additional seats at the adjacent kitchen peninsula. The living area features a reclining sofa, loveseat, chair and 65 inch Roku TV. French doors lead from the great room to the screened porch overlooking the lake with beautiful views. The porch offers both dining and lounging areas. Upstairs you will find two additional spacious bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with twin beds. Both have small Roku TV's. These bedrooms share a full bath in the hallway. Take the steps off the main floor to the terrace level where you will find a LARGE RECREATION ROOM, bunk room and full bathroom. The movie-themed rec room offers a game area with foosball, ping-pong, table and chairs, and a movie/lounge area with a leather sectional, 75 inch Roku TV and a PS4. The extra large TV is great for movies and sporting events. Beyond the rec room is a bunk room housing two sets of bunk beds and another lounge area with a futon and 50 inch Roku TV. Outside the rec room is a patio housing the gas grill and additional outdoor seating. Thoughtful touches abound throughout the property for your comfort and convenience including: real beds in bedrooms for all guests (no fold-out couches, futons or air mattresses included in the bed count), charging stations, high-speed internet with Mesh Wifi system, motion-sensing front door light so you don't arrive in the dark, path lighting to the dock, and straightforward Roku systems on all TV's. C & E Marine (706-889-2182) delivers boats and jet skis to the nearby Tugaloo State Park boat ramp and we have received positive feedback regarding their prices and service. Harbor Light Marina has a wide selection of boat rentals (1476 Harbor Light Marina Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553). It is about a 15-minute car or boat ride from the house. PETS: Unfortunately we are not able to accommodate pets. There are local vets and groomers who offer boarding and even a kennel operated on a 52 acre ranch in the county. ## 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 - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Kayak - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Unit size: 2,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116161500/116161497/03c37284.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LAST MINUTE DEALS 15% OFF,Lake Hartwell,Private Dock, Fire Pit,Screened Porch Lavonia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=116161497&PinnedHotelID=116161497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79900000/79891600/79891553/22c472bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly furnished beautiful cabin with an access to Lake Hartwell Lavonia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=79891553&PinnedHotelID=79891553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75690000/75689600/75689592/a028d31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront home for 12: pets welcome, covered deck, boat slip, beach area, grill Lavonia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=75689592&PinnedHotelID=75689592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70100000/70098700/70098648/f23f4e99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LAKEFRONT Retreat!
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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Spacious Dock Amenity Rich Lakeside Family Retreat ## About the area Located in Lavonia, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Harbor Light Marina and Chickasaw Point Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Hartwell and Tugaloo State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Lavonia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Lavonia.dx124603) [View more Vacation homes in Lavonia](https://www.expedia.ca/Lavonia-Private-Vacation-Homes.d124603-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.49814%2C-83.09307&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SkxmNUbUEWpameLLPUbUzG7a6O4=) Lavonia, GA ### What's nearby - Lake Hartwell - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia - 5 min drive - 4.1 km - Tugaloo State Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km - Villas at Foxwood Hills - 27 min drive - 30.0 km - Clemson University - 60 min drive - 65.8 km ### Getting around - Toccoa Station - 24 min drive - Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 72 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Premium Lake Retreat, Large Deep-Water Dock, Rec Room, Updated located? > This family-friendly Lavonia vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Hartwell and Tugaloo State Park. Lavonia Water Works Lake and Georgia Visitor Information Center - Lavonia are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? 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