3-Bed Athens Getaway right near UGA! Pool, Parking, SmartTV
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Overview
3-Bed Athens Getaway right near UGA! Pool, Parking, SmartTV is a smoke-free apartment-style stay in Athens, Georgia, positioned as a convenient base for University of Georgia visits and downtown time. Guests have self check-in via smart lock, and the property uses a Ring camera system for added security. Public guest feedback trends strongly positive, with a 4.6310344 rating from 116 reviews.
Layout & sleeping
The unit offers two bedrooms with large king beds plus a foldable twin bed in the living room. Black-out curtains and Roku Smart TVs (55" in the living room and a 32" in the primary bedroom) support relaxed downtime after campus or game-day outings. The apartment has three bathrooms total (two full en suite plus one half bath), with towels and shower toiletries provided.
Kitchen & in-unit comforts
A full kitchen is set up for longer stays with an oven/stove, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster, and a Brita-style water pitcher. Cooking basics and supplies are provided (including oil, pots/pans, and baking sheets), along with a coffee maker with coffee and a kettle with tea. Air conditioning, heating, free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, an iron/ironing board, and outdoor space (balcony/patio) round out the core comforts.
Amenities & recreation
Guests have access to a communal outdoor pool that is typically open seasonally from late April through the first week of October; the listing also indicates an indoor pool amenity. Outdoor cooking is supported with an outdoor grill. Free on-site parking is included, with 2–3 parking passes provided.
Location & nearby access
The apartment is described as adjacent to the University of Georgia, about a 20–25 minute walk or roughly a 5-minute drive to Sanford Stadium. For transit connections, bus stops include Oak St at Carr St OB (about 221 m away), School of Social Work Outbound (about 770 m), and the ACC Multi-Modal Transportation Center Bay L (about 1.36 km). Nearby dining options include The Place (about 1.48 km), Blind Pig Tavern (about 1.57 km), South Kitchen + Bar and The Globe (each about 1.64 km), and The World Famous (about 1.85 km).
Best for
This stay best fits UGA-focused trips—game days, campus visits, and downtown Athens exploring—thanks to its proximity to the university and quick access to Sanford Stadium. It also suits small groups or families who want multiple bathrooms, a full kitchen, and easy downtime features like Roku Smart TVs and seasonal pool access. Travelers who value practical logistics will appreciate free on-site parking with multiple parking passes and high-speed Wi‑Fi.
Travel tips
Plan for stairs: there are about 15 exterior steps to reach the front door and another 10 steps inside to the second floor. On football weekends, the stated 20–25 minute walk (or ~5-minute drive) to Sanford Stadium can help you avoid parking hassles near campus. If you prefer transit, the Oak St at Carr St OB bus stop is about 221 m away, with additional service at the ACC Multi-Modal Transportation Center (about 1.36 km).
What guests say
Guest feedback most consistently highlights the location as a major advantage, especially for easy access to UGA and downtown Athens. Reviewers also emphasize strong value for the price and note the stay met their needs well for the trip purpose. Cleanliness is another recurring positive theme mentioned in reviews. No specific recurring negatives are reflected in the provided excerpts.
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