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Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong

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Oversized 7-Person VitaSpa Luxury Hot Tub
Dock--water at the end of the dock is 12-15 feet depending on the water table
Outdoor dining
Lake
We had this FAT ladder custom made. It's steps are wide so it's gentle on feet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gainesville, GA
  • Lake Lanier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Basement Bunk Bedrooom

3 Single Bunk Beds

Main Level Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Center Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Corner Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Primary Ensuite Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Guest Bath Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Master/Guest Bath

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Primary En-suite Bathroom Upstairs

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong

Welcome to the Crystal Blue Lake House, an ideal home for families. Please contact the owner to discuss your stay before booking. Massive Remodel Completed 6/10/24.
Best location on the lake (Chestatee Area)--escape the heavy boat traffic polluting the south side of the lake, private cove without neighbors on the opposite side (there are only two coves on the whole lake without adjacent neighbors), safe swimming for children in a no-wake zone, the north side of the lake shallows and narrows so you don't get to enjoy large open waters for boating activities, there isn't enough stores/ infrastructure on the north side of the lake. This lake house is 15 minutes from North Georgia Premium Outlets where you can find incredible deals (Gucci, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Tory Burch, Osh Kosh B'Gosh, Merrell, Vans, Williams-Sonoma, Orvis, BR, Soma, Lucky, American Eagle, Nike, Polo, Aerie, Adidas, 7 for all Mankind, Armani Burberry, Coach, Chico's, Caribou Coffee, Crocs, Gap, Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade) just to name a few. Restoration Hardware Outlet Store is down the street next to Home Goods.
The private dock is ALL yours! Pull your boat right into this party dock, which has cleats on all three sides to accompany multiple watercraft. This lake house is perfect for hosting multi-generational families. The gentle trail down to the dock is the top reason returning families book our home year after year, as most homes on Lake Lanier have multiple stairs, steep inclines, and/or long treks to their docks. Large groups appreciate having 3 King Beds: 2 Primary Ensuites (1 on the Main Level and 1 Upstairs), another King bedroom (upstairs), 1 Queen bedroom (Upstairs), and one huge bedroom with 3 bunk beds (twin over full) in the basement. We also have a twin futon (mattress can be easily moved to add to any of the large bedrooms) in a nook between the second stairway between the upstairs Primary Ensuite and the middle bedroom (king). The open-concept kitchen/living space on the main level has all-new kitchen appliances, making cooking a joy! The kitchen is fully equipped (details below). We also have a second refrigerator and freezer in the basement closet for overflow food and beverages. Relax on the front porch or on the backyard large screened-in porch or deck w/ large outdoor table overlooking the forest and lake. The third (covered) deck off of the ping pong room's double french doors houses a new Weber propane grill. We provide propane, but please tell us if it running low at the end of your stay. The backyard is fully fenced, so you can keep dogs/small children safe. The musicians in the family will appreciate having a piano and guitar available to jam during downtime. We have a second refrigerator in the basement to help accommodate large groups.

Downstairs you will find an extra refrigerator/freezer, pool table, foosball table, entertainment center, game/card table, and access to the fenced backyard, large hot tub, and fire pit. Easy walk down to the completely renovated two-story dock. Take out the three Kayaks, and SUP Board, and/or swim with the inflatables (Body Glove Floating Pad--all water toys are available for a charge of $200 paid via PayPal and signed water safety agreement-- (these can be included at no charge--just ask how) or have a nap in the hammock in our quiet, wake-free, deep water cove. We are one of only two coves on the lake without docks across from our side of the cove which makes it feel like you have the whole cove to yourself. The wake-free zoning also keeps children playing around the dock safe in the water. Plenty of cleats on both sides of the dock for you to tie off your boats and water toys - rentals are also available nearby. Conveniently located near Little Hall boat ramp - less than a 10-minute drive to drop in and only 5 minutes back by boat. Port Royale is a great place to rent boats, which is only a 15-minute drive and 25 minutes by boat. We have more boat rental recommendations, please call to chat so we can help to best accommodate your needs. The home is conveniently located just an hour north of Atlanta off of GA 400 - 10 minutes from the North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall in Dawsonville. Double driveways allow plenty of parking to accommodate your large group or family reunion. We don't allow parking on the street, so all cars will need to park in the driveways. Three cars park without any cars blocking them from behind. Although there is room for six cars, we try to encourage only 3-4.
Please note--our house is a higher-end rental--from the furnishing to the linens and amenities. If you are looking for a party house to get rowdy or sloppy, our house is NOT the right fit for you. We expect our guests to treat our house respectfully! We require a refundable security deposit of $650-$700 (depending on group size and pets) to ensure our house remains clean and beautiful for your group and future guests.

Many nearby North Georgia recreational opportunities include golf, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, skeet shooting, Atlanta Motorsports Park, Go-kart racing, & horseback riding. Enjoy a multitude of autumn festivals and explore the quaint, historic charm of cities like Dahlonega, Helen, Dawsonville, and many more. Lake Lanier Magical Lights and sledding with man-made snow usually run from Nov. 17- Jan. 3rd.

Free high-speed (strong signal) Xfinity WiFi internet, cable TV, and Xfinity 24/7 Security System with exterior cameras that we can arm and disarm at any time a guest requests.

We require a copy of a driver's license, state ID, or passport before we grant access to our property (with ID numbers blocked out for your protection). Failure to provide a valid ID will result in forfeiture of rental fees in accordance with VRBO's booking time requirements. Please send a copy of your ID at the time of booking.

We take cleaning measures seriously. We clean ALL linens in Tide with bleach and wash and dry them on high heat. Our washing machine and dishwasher both have steam cleaning features that sanitize items at 212 degrees. Our cleaning crew uses Clorox Disinfectant Wipes on high-traffic surfaces, including doorknobs, light switches, faucets, etc. The house also has two 5-inch Hepa filters in HVAC that are changed every 4-5 months.


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Property manager

JoJo Bennion

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis with approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking ONLY allowed outside.
The reservation is not final until the pet is approved by the owner. $50 for each additional pet (pet #2 and #3).
We require a refundable security deposit of $650-$800 depending on number of guests/dogs. We need a copy of the primary guest's driver's license.
We don't allow day guests unless permission has been granted from the owner. The number of guests on the rental agreement is the final count.

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

About the area

Gainesville

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Lanier and Sawnee Mountain Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame. Travelling with kids? Consider Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and Oaks Miniature Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gainesville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lanier - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Chattahoochee Golf Club - 21 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands - 47 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Blue Lake House--Private 2-story Dock-Deep H2O, Hot Tub, Pool, Ping Pong located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Lanier, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall. Countryland Golf Club and Regal Dawson are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michelle p.

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

Had a great weekend

We enjoyed our experience, lots of room to hang out together or be by yourself. The owners were very helpful with any questions we had. I would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Nice Getaway

Our family enjoyed the property and all of its amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Great house on Lake Lanier

We rented the house for 4 families. There was plenty of room in the house and LOTS of room for parking cars. The bedrooms are large the basement bunk room was perfect for the 5 kids. The house had great activities with the ping pong table, pool table and foosball table. The kitchen had all of the essentials for cooking. The multiple decks were awesome for just visiting. The kids had a fantastic time on the dock. I wish we had been there in summer to enjoy the water. I really dont have anything negative to say. It is clear that the owners have tried to make the place homey and comfortable. We had a fantastic family reunion!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

john h.

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

Lake Lanier House

Once I booked the house it was very easy to communicate with the owner. We had 10-12 people and it was very comfortable and spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Weekend

Nice property! Very Clean! It looks just like the pictures! I would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

Nice hide away

Very nice home, comfortable and clean. plenty of room. You can park about 5 vehicles safely in the driveway if you have guest visiting you. It's on a long curvy road use your gps for sure. nice place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Y.

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

Fun & easy city family weekend getaway

We live in the city, and this was a perfect driving distance for us to get some outdoors without the hassle of traveling with little ones. It’s got all the amenities we needed, and lots of space for everyone to eat, play, and gather! The families that we shared this house with had a great time as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Boban I.

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

Perfect home for any stay!

The property itself was amazing. Everything was placed neatly and organized. All instructions were clearly stated for the check-out process on the fridge. Game room is perfect for night time fun with the family and/or friends. Walk down to the lake and enjoy the awesome 2 level boat dock - perfect for tanning, swimming, or boating! If we had more time and were staying longer we would've rented a boat, for sure. The fishing and boat rides seem like a trip in itself. Location of the home is really nice - not too far from shopping centers or major highways; talking less than a 10 minute drive. When driving the area be aware of the hills. Make sure to not overwork your car because it can overheat. Definitely recommend this house. The owner was very cooperative and easy to get a hold of. Responded very quickly whenever we reached out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wade B.

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

Fall Lake Weekend

Fantastic long weekend at the lake with friends and our kids. Plenty of room, nice dock where we kept our boat, really nice amenities. Couldn’t ask for a better place to have fun and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Dream lakehouse

We've rented several lake houses over the years with friends, and this was by far the best! The house was spotless, beautiful and spacious, with tons of thoughtful amenities: a two-story private dock, well-equipped kitchen, high-efficiency washer/dryer, multiple TVs with Xfinity and Netflix, amazing entertainment options (including ping pong, foosball and a pool table), jacuzzi tubs in two bathrooms, outdoor hot tub and fire pit. The location on the lake was also perfect - not too far from a marina and about 30 minutes from Margaritaville, where there's a public pavilion/picnic tables and sand volleyball court nearby. We can't recommend this house enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris D., Bluffton

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

Much needed lake getaway & perfect setup to do it!

Can’t say enough good things about this place!!! Perfect. We had 5 families & kids who had a blast at this Lake Lanier property. Owners were awesome. Answered texts immediately when I had a question. We rented a boat & docked it there for couple days. Easy quick access to the lake. Kids had a blast jumping in off the landing. Playing pool, ping pong, & football kept them busy as well. Thank you for letting us use your beautiful house & amenities. Will definitely recommend & come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Teal Hunt M.

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

Lake Lanier 2019

Enjoyed the house, the location, and the dock area. The owners were very responsive to some of the issues we had at the house. I would recommend they get some more trash cans because we had to make several trips to the dump with 14 people in the house. We also had plenty of parking with 6 different cars that were there. Loved Lake Lanier overall!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

JOY B.

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

great house for a family reunion

Our family loved this house. It has both a pool table and ping pong table which our competitive members. Cooking we be going on in the kitchen, one group would be watching something on the video screen, and a wild ping pong game would be going a few feet away.. We particularly enjoyed the dock. The Cove is very private and quiet, but the water is very deep. We could float together for hours in little groups, just catching up on family doings over the last year. And good water skiing was just a hundred feet beyond the dock. It was perfect. A perfect vacation. A perfect location. A perfect family. Thanks for making this home available to us! The borra family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Perfect For Families!!

This house was absolutely perfect for our big family vacation! 6 adults, 5 kids, 2 babies and 2 dogs. The basement area was absolute heaven for the kids when we weren't out on the lake. There was plenty of room upstairs for everyone to gather at mealtime. All bedrooms were large and extremely comfortable. The kitchen was large and fully equipped with every type of utensil we needed, pots and pans etc. We especially enjoyed the dock area...swimming, fishing, feeding ducks, etc. The home is tucked away in a quiet cove which provides shelter from boat traffic....everyone enjoyed hanging on the dock EVERYDAY!! My sister-in law who lives nearby was able to pick us up by boat each day for wakeboarding, wake surfing, pulling little ones on floats and more swimming in the middle of the lake. We have visited this area many other times but this is the first time we have rented a house in lieu of hotel or staying with family. We will be reserving this house again ... every time we come!! It felt like our home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

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

Good ace to stay

Well organized, plenty of space and well equipped. A nice covered boat dock in back is nice for fishing or relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

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

Very nice house

Nice roomy house with a nice dock.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

shelia f.

Family gathering

Great house on the lake. It was perfect for our family get together. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Lacey S.

Weekend trip

Overall, the property was very nice and spacious. Everything was clean and well-maintained. The hosts were very nice and accommodating. The only thing we felt was lacking were the minimal number of items provided to us. We travelled from California for a 5 day trip and therefore did not pack a lot of things. With how much we spent on the booking, it would have been nice for the house to be stocked with more than 2 trash bags, a couple single use dishwasher packs, and one roll of toilet paper per bathroom. We had to go out on the first day and buy all of those things. Additionally, we found it strange that there was no Tupperware or other food saving items in the house. Finally, leading up to the trip was frustrating as the owners previous bad experiences with other renters led them to continually panic about our upcoming trip. All in all, wasn't a bad experience, just a little strange.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Relaxing weekend!

Wonderful well equipped lake house with a great dock. Definitely would do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marlena K.

Perfect for groups

All of the amenities (ping pong, foozball, pool, hot tub, grill) and the big kitchen made for a great weekend despite the poor weather. I imagine it is even better when the dock can be enjoyed fully (love the two story set up!). The cove is quiet and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

William S. W.

A Great Time

We can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed this home. We regularly use homeaway and this is by far as good a place as we’ve stayed. Grant & JoJo’s home is set up beautifully and satisfied everyone’s needs from my 9 year old niece & her friend to my 31 year old Daughter & Friends to this Grumpy 58 year old guy. There is plenty to do and plenty of places to hang. The Dock was great along with the Kayaks and we even rented a Pontoon boat nearby, docked it overnight and had a blast. All around great time and we’ll be sure to go back to this home again in the future. Thanks again Grant & JoJo. Scott Walker
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scot S.

Outstanding!

Great Lake house with everything you could want for entertainment and relaxation. Hosts were wonderful and very responsive and accommodating. Will definitely be looking to rebook this place in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Wonderful lake house!

Three families spent a fabulous weekend at this awesome home. So many things to do for children of all ages (grown-ups, too)! The two-story boat dock was a great place to relax and play games. The hot tub was brand new and had speakers and lights to boot. Plenty of space to sleep and the cutest bunk room downstairs for the kids. The house was spotless and the owner was so nice to work with. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniela S.

The best home away from home and Very Relaxing

Our family was so happy here! We stayed a little less than a week and enjoyed every single day outside and inside! Home is well equipped with everything you need in bedrooms, laundry, kitchen and games! I highly recommend this house - we’re coming back soon as we’re able! Thank you Grant & Jojo!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

jo h.

Excellent. Lots of Amenities!

Everyone in the family enjoyed this home. There is lots of toys for the teens and little people. The owners were very friendly and answered inquiries promptly.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by JoJo Bennion

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Greetings! We are a family of four and live an hour south of the lake in Marietta, GA. We frequently go to our lake house for personal use and to entertain friends and clients. So, you will find the home well maintained with all the comforts of home available.

Why they chose this property

My wife, JoJo, and I both come from big adventure sports families. So, when it came time to buy a lake house, we wanted to make sure it was big enough for large families, reunions, groups to enjoy many forms of indoor and outdoor recreation.

What makes this property unique

We have aging grandparents on both sides of our family, we wanted to make sure that there was a master bedroom on the main level and that the walk down to the dock was gentle and easy. What we love about the house is how many great spaces there are for relaxing, playing games/sports and toys for all ages on the lake.

Languages:

English