Cozy Athens Retreat- All Decked Out with Pond View-7 miles from Dwntwn
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Cozy Athens Retreat- All Decked Out with Pond View is a newly remodeled, smoke-free home tucked in the woods and overlooking a large pond. It’s set up as a quiet, spacious getaway with hardwood floors and tile throughout, and access is via a security gate using your own code. The property is about a 15-minute drive to downtown Athens or the stadium and under 10 minutes to the UGA Vet School.
Layout & Sleeping
The home has an open floor plan with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, plus an enclosed study suited to quiet time or teleworking. The primary bedroom includes a king bed, a 55-inch TV, an en-suite bath with double vanity and a walk-in shower with pebble stone floor, and French doors leading to the deck. A second bedroom offers a queen bed, and the third includes twin beds; bedrooms include pull-down shades and curtains for blackout options.
Kitchen & Dining Setup
The kitchen is stocked with basic necessities and features white shaker cabinetry and stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, along with a microwave and oven/stove. Small appliances include a blender, electric skillet, toaster oven, hand mixer, and a Keurig coffee maker. For meals together, there’s bar seating, a six-person kitchen table, and an eight-person dining room table.
Outdoor Space & Living Amenities
A newly built deck overlooks the pond and is furnished for outdoor lounging and dining, including table seating for eight, two outdoor couches, and a 55-inch smart TV. The living area includes two large couches and a 65-inch smart TV, plus a fireplace with gas logs operated by remote control. Outdoor cooking is supported by a flat-top grill, and the home also offers a patio and free parking.
Laundry, Comfort & Connectivity
Guests have a laundry room with a stackable full-sized washer/dryer (including a steam function), along with detergent, a vacuum, and basic cleaning supplies. Comfort and convenience features include air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and an ironing board/iron. All televisions are smart TVs for logging into streaming services.
Nearby Dining & Access
Dining options in the wider Athens area include Preacher Green's (about 3.6 km away), Bojangles (about 4.8 km), and several restaurants clustered around 8–12 km away such as Southern Prospect, Three Buddies - Athens, South Kitchen + Bar, The Place, and Mama's Boy at The Falls of Oconee. For air travel, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 106.7 km away.
Best for
This property best suits travelers who want a secluded Athens-area stay with strong at-home amenities, including a full kitchen, multiple dining areas, a fireplace, and a furnished pond-view deck with an outdoor TV and grill. It’s also a fit for groups or longer stays thanks to three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and in-unit laundry. Remote workers will appreciate the enclosed study and free Wi-Fi.
Travel tips
Plan on driving: the retreat is about 15 minutes to downtown Athens/stadium and under 10 minutes to the UGA Vet School, and it includes free parking. Entry is through a security gate using your own code, so keep your arrival details handy when you first approach the property. If you want to dine out, the closest listed restaurant is Preacher Green's (around 3.6 km away), with many more options about 8–12 km away.
What guests say
Reviews highlight strong overall satisfaction with the house and its accommodations. The consistent theme is that the home meets expectations for comfort and usability as a stay. No recurring negatives or specific problem areas are reflected in the available review excerpt data. The public rating is very high (5.0 from 24 reviews), indicating broadly positive guest experiences.
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