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Escape to your own private paradise at Lakefront Gem, located on the serene Lake Hartwell in Georgia. With its expansive windows offering breathtaking views of the lake, this home is perfect for family vacations or group getaways. Unwind by the cozy fireplace in the spacious living room or soak up some sun on one of three large decks with incredible lake views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 125100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch

  • On Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch

    Escape to one of Lake Hartwell's most stunning lakefront retreats — a spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home nestled on deep water in the prestigious Chateau Estates neighborhood. With breathtaking lake views from nearly every room, a private dock, three wrap-around decks, and an incredible entertainment space, this is the ultimate destination for family vacations, group getaways, and everything in between.

    The Outdoors

    Step outside and you're immediately at the water's edge. The private dock is your launchpad for everything lake life has to offer — fish off the end, soak up the sun on the dedicated sunning area, or launch the included tubes for a day on the water. Three wrap-around decks give you front-row seats to some of the most spectacular sunsets on Lake Hartwell, with outdoor dining and seating for the whole group. Fire up the grill and make a night of it — there's plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh lake air.

    The Entertainment Space

    Inside, the game room and bar are the heart of the home. We're talking a regulation-size pool table, full shuffleboard table, bar with pub seating, flat screen TV, and a cozy fireplace — everything you need for a night in that rivals a night out. Cornhole is available for when you want to take the competition outside.

    The Kitchen

    Feeding a full house is no problem here. The kitchen is fully equipped for large groups with a full-size refrigerator, double oven, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee maker, Keurig, and french press with grinder — so whether you're cooking a big family breakfast or prepping dinner for twelve, you have everything you need.

    The Bedrooms

    Rest easy in one of four king bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, plush bedding, ample closet space, and a flat-screen smart TV. A fifth bedroom with two bunk beds is perfect for kids or younger guests. All five bedrooms have WiFi-enabled TVs so everyone can unwind at their own pace.

    The Practical Stuff

    Private dock with sunning and fishing area

    Three wrap-around decks with outdoor dining

    Gas grill

    2 x Full-size washer and dryers on site

    Regulation pool table, shuffleboard, bar & game room

    High-speed WiFi (82 Mbps) throughout

    Two enclosed garages + circular driveway (parking for 5+ vehicles)

    Cornhole, fishing poles, and lake tubes provided

    All bedrooms have flat-screen smart TVs

    Self check-in via lockbox

    Getting Around

    Centrally located between Lavonia and Hartwell, GA, with easy access to I-85. Atlanta is under 2 hours away; Greenville and Clemson are under an hour. Boat launches at Harbor Light (8 miles) and Red Creek (10 miles) make getting a boat on the water easy.

    Come for the lake. Stay for everything else.

    Lots of activities nearby:

     - Fishing

     - Golfing

     - Hiking

     - Biking

     - Water sports

     - Wildlife (bird watching, deer, etc.)



    Other things to note

    When ready to venture out, we also have you covered as the Lakefront Gem is close to nearly everything including:



    Hartwell, GA: 10 miles / 18 mins

    Lavonia, GA: 11 miles / 18 mins

    Atlanta, GA: 1hr 42mins

    Athens, GA: 1 hr

    Alpharetta, GA: 1hr 30mins

    Anderson, SC: 42 mins

    Greenville, SC: 57mins

    Clemson, SC: 40mins

    Paynes Creek Campground, GA: 8 miles, 15mins

    Tanger Outlets - Commerce, GA: 37 miles, 40mins

     

    Boat Launch is about 4 miles away, parking onsite for trailers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • 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
  • Unit size: 5,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

Located in Reed Creek, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Hartwell and Lake Hartwell State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hartwell Arts Center and Lavonia Cultural Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Lavonia travel guide
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Reed Creek, GA

What's nearby

  • Cerf de virginie à l'état sauvage en fôret canadienne
    Hart State Park
    24 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum
    22 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Lake Hartwell State Park
    23 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Lavonia City Hall
    24 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Cateechee Golf Club
    27 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Clemson Station
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    28 min drive
  • David’s Lake Hartwell Home
    26 min drive
  • Peace Of Pie
    28 min drive
  • Hershberger's Bakery
    27 min drive
  • KFC
    28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct on Hartwell, Private Boat Dock, Near Boat Launch located?

This family-friendly Reed Creek holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Hartwell and Party Island. Hartwell Arts Center and Fred E Lee Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As a group of 4 couples, we had a fantastic visit! The house is huge and offered so much room. We loved spending time on the dock and porches. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

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

Loved the Home

My family and I had an absolutely incredible time at the home! There was plenty of room, the house had everything we needed and the dock and water was great! I give our stay and this property 5 starts and highly recommend this property for anyone wishing to have an awesome vacation!! We will stay again!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Great large house for families/friends

Great spacious house on the water. It was nice to have king beds in all but one room. Nice dock, and easy walk to it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Relaxing lake house

This lake house was amazing! The layout of the house makes it great for large family gatherings. The view of the lake from the deck of all three levels is breathtaking! We definitely plan on returning! The host was very quick to answer any questions we had! We had a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and property - central to a wedding we attended at a state park. House was not clean and needs significant repair work before being rented again. Mold and mildew issues throughout this property, especially downstairs. If you are immune compromised, don’t stay here. TLC will do this property justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Awilda D.

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

Paradise

What a wonderful property and home. It was perfect for the 8 people that were there. We had such a good time that we did not want to leave. The owner responded to anything that we requested immediately. We give this house at 10 and will be back next year for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Second year

Our three generation family vacation was awesome here for our second year in a row. Great quiet cove for safe swimming. The property manager is responsive. The kitchen works great for large groups. We will continue as regular renters.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

jordan c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location.

We stayed for the weekend and really enjoyed our stay. It was great to have so many king beds for us all to have our own rooms and the location on the lake is amazing. So peaceful. We spent most of our time down at the dock swimming and had a boat for the weekend. Our only concern was the house was no very clean when we stayed. One of the beds was covered with dead flies and also in the bathroom. Other than that it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious home

This home is absolutely beautiful. The kitchen has everything you need to cook with. We rented it in hopes to get all my family together that live in the area as we live in a different state. We we're able to make that happen and had so much room which made for a very nice visit with everyone. We have saved this property and hope to stay here next year and every year after! Would love to stay during the summer and use the dock and play in the lake. Any questions or problems we had were answered and resolved very promptly!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic property!

We loved this house! We’re a group of four families who vacation together every summer and this house was perfect for us! Easy access to the lake and a game room downstairs helped keep our teens engaged (and off their devices!). There were a few issues that came up during our stay but Anthony was very quick to respond each time. The house is rural enough that we were away from noise and light pollution, but close enough to a few towns to go shopping when we needed to. And the deer! I definitely recommend Southern Gem for large family or friend groups!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

S S.

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

Great rental property for a group

We had three couples (seniors) here for a week. The house is large and really secluded. Sitting on any of the three levels of deck you hear only birds (and owls!) and see only trees - no neighbors. We saw deer on the property every day. The dock is in a cove set back from the main channel, and is very calm. Unfortunately, the lake water level was down about four feet, so we didn’t do any swimming at the dock, but we did find a nice state park with a small beach. We were able to rent a pontoon at the local marina and really enjoyed the lake. The house was very clean and the kitchen is great. Very well outfitted with every pan and gadget you’d need. Loved the huge induction cooktop. The mattresses are really comfortable, and with en-suite king bedrooms on each floor we had a lot of privacy. The pool table was a fun feature! The back decks face East, so sunrises over the lake were beautiful. But be mindful that the top level master has no window treatments, so if you’re not a morning person you should bring a sleep mask! The owner is very responsive to any questions, and was able to accommodate our request for early access. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Fantastic Fun Stay

My husband, our two daughters and their families had the pleasure of spending three unforgettable nights at this remarkable home, and honestly, we wished we could stay for a year or two. The beauty and comfort here are truly exceptional making it the perfect getaway. From the moment we stepped inside and took in the breathtaking view of the lake, we felt an overwhelming sense of peace that lasted throughout our entire visit. The house is immaculate, featuring comfortable beds and reliable Wi-Fi. Even though there are a few homes nearby, the property feels stunningly secluded. The kitchen is exceptionally well-stocked with every tool and amenity needed to whip up meals effortlessly. We loved spending our evenings gathered around the spacious dining table, engaging in games and laughter.One of the standout features of this house is its minimal clutter; it's refreshing not to have to worry about fragile items with small children (and some adults) around. This thoughtful design made our stay even more enjoyable.Anthony was incredibly communicative, responding to our questions with impressive speed. The house exceeded all our expectations, and I must admit, part of me wants to keep this hidden gem a secret for fear it might become too popular to book in the future.I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the owner for sharing this beautiful retreat with others. May God bless them as much as they have blessed us. We're already planning our eagerly anticipated return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property & the host was very flexible with allowing me and my family to check in early.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Devin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the house it’s a perfect size for 8-15 people honestly. The living space is massive and great for entertainment. The beds are all super comfortable and good sized. Only complaints were there were a few light bulbs out (the porch, the pool table) and the leak with the tub in the master bathroom. But other than that the space is amazing, and dock and space to hang out by the lake is awesome. And the house itself is super fun and has so much to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean A.

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

Fantastic Property with lots of room

Fishing, pool, shuffleboard and more ... a great house on Lake Hartwell. Lots of space to move about and porches on three levels ...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa P.

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

Family Vacation

We had a fantastic time staying at the lake house! We will be sure to make it a yearly trip! The house was great for the amount of people we had and we loved that we had access right to the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto S.

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

Great place to stay

The house is very spacious and clean. The lake view is amazing. I would definitely stay again. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Danny B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good relaxing vacation.

The bathrooms (toilets, tub/shower) could have been cleaned a little better, but overall it was a great trip. Nice house and great location. Saw deer around the property nearly everyday, and of course the kids loved that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect for a family vacation. Large dock in quiet cove for safe swimming. There was a minor issue and the owners were very responsive. Downstairs gameroom is great for family games.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

Family get together

Very Spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family (cousins all over 65!) loved the home. Perfect for our group. We brought our tritoon over and used the dock. Big dining table fit for us! Beds were super comfortable. Pool table made for great competition. Enough parking for everyone. Would definitely pick it again. Owner was fast to respond to a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Great getaway

We wanted a big house to get away for NY weekend to relax, eat, watch football, and spend time. The home was perfect. Plenty of room to spread out and the views off the back are awesome from every level. It was very well equipped and we had everything we need. The area is nice as we walked and ran the connecting roads.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

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

This booking saved our wedding!

Was super impressed to find this available only two weeks out from our wedding after the cabin we had booked 10 months before cancelled on us! Anthony was quick to respond when we had one small issue, and corrected it immediately. House was clean and easy to find, but heads up, no super close stores! We enjoyed dinner at J Peters and Southern Hart Brewery! 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Very nice place

We stayed here as a group of four couples while visiting family in Hartwell. This house was perfect for us. It is big enough that everyone can find a place to be alone and also be together without being crowded. The beds were super comfortable. The private bathroom for each bedroom was very nice. The location is private and was very quiet. The decks are great to sit on and enjoy the view of the lake. The downstairs area has a pool table and table top shuffleboard that were lots of fun. There were two sets of laundry machines that made it easy for everyone to be able to conveniently do laundry. I definitely recommend it and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga R.

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

THE DREAMS VACATION HOME

THE PICTURES DOES NOT DO JUSTICE TO HE VIEW AND HOUSE. IF YOU DON'T IKE TO BE AWAKEN BY THE SUN THEN DON'T STAY ON THE 3RD FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM. IT HAS NO WINDOW SHADES
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023