Athens Spacious 4B /2.5B - 1 Mile to Downtown
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Athens Spacious 4B /2.5B - 1 Mile to Downtown is a smoke-free, pet-friendly vacation home in central Athens, billed as about a 5-minute drive from downtown. The home is designed for groups, with sleeping for 8 in beds plus a futon for 1 additional guest. It’s positioned as a convenient base for Athens visits ranging from game days to conferences.
Layout & Sleeping
The primary bedroom is on the main floor and includes a queen bed, a 50" Roku smart TV, blackout curtains, a large walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a dual vanity. Upstairs are three additional guest bedrooms, each with a queen bed and blackout curtains. A second-floor living room adds flexible space with a futon and access to a balcony overlooking a neighborhood communal green space.
Living Spaces & In-Home Amenities
Two living rooms provide separate hangout areas: the main living room has plentiful seating and a 65" Roku smart TV, while the upstairs lounge includes a 50" Roku smart TV and a vinyl record player. The kitchen is equipped with an oven/stove and microwave and includes a dining table that seats 8. Practical conveniences include air conditioning, heating, a washer/dryer with provided detergent supplies, and an iron/ironing board.
Location & Getting Around
The home is listed as approximately 1.4 miles to Downtown Athens, 1.5 miles to the Classic Center, 1.6 miles to UGA, and 2.2 miles to Sanford Stadium. Nearby public transit stops include Lake St at Northside Dr OB (about 139 m away) and North Ave at CVS Pharmacy IB (about 537 m away). Dining options in the surrounding area include Tacos Los Plebes (about 791 m) and a cluster of restaurants and bars within a few kilometers such as South Kitchen + Bar and Blind Pig Tavern.
Best for
This home is best suited to groups who want quick access to downtown Athens and the UGA area, including game-day travelers headed toward Sanford Stadium (about 2.2 miles) and conference-goers visiting the Classic Center (about 1.5 miles). It also fits families and friend trips thanks to four queen bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, two separate living rooms, and a full kitchen with an 8-seat dining table.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transit, the Lake St at Northside Dr OB bus stop is roughly 139 m away, with another stop at North Ave at CVS Pharmacy IB about 537 m away. For driving plans, downtown is listed at about a 5-minute drive (about 1.4 miles), and private parking behind the home accommodates 2 cars, with additional street parking in front. If you’re flying, note that Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is far from the property (about 104,862 m away).
What guests say
With a very high public rating (4.9777775 from 18 reviews), feedback trends strongly positive. Guests consistently describe the home as a great place to stay and report enjoying their time at the property. The provided excerpts do not mention recurring negatives or specific problem areas.
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