DesignerCottage-Heart of 5 Points 2BR1Bath+Kitchen
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
DesignerCottage-Heart of 5 Points 2BR1Bath+Kitchen is a historic stone guest cottage (built around 1911) set behind a larger stone house on Milledge Avenue in Athens’ Five Points area. The cottage sits in a quiet, private pocket surrounded by neighboring backyards, with an historic alley behind it that provides a walkable route to shops and dining while avoiding Milledge Avenue.
Layout & sleeping
The cottage is a compact 2BR/1BA setup designed for up to three guests. One bedroom has a queen bed, and a small adjoining sleeping room contains a twin bed; linens and mattresses are described as premium quality. Hardwood floors and central heating and air conditioning support year-round comfort.
Kitchen & in-room amenities
A small galley kitchen supports basic cooking with a gas range/oven, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Notable limitations include no dishwasher and no ice maker. The unit also includes a large TV with cable/premium sports channels, Wi‑Fi via a designated AT&T fiber-optic connection, plus an iron/ironing board and hair dryer.
Outdoor space & parking
Guests have access to multiple outdoor seating areas, including a back patio with lounge seating and a picnic table, plus a bistro table and chairs at the front of the cottage. Free parking is provided, with notes that parking is convenient for University of Georgia football events. House rules note a maximum of two cars without prior permission.
Location highlights
The cottage is positioned in the heart of Five Points Village, within easy walking distance of local favorites such as The Five and Ten, The Royal Peasant Pub, Jittery Joe’s, Condor Chocolates, Independent Baking Company, Earthfare, and a small bookstore (Avid). It’s also close to University of Georgia destinations: UGA campus is under a mile away, Sanford Stadium is about a 1.3-mile walk, and other nearby venues include the Gabrielsen Natatorium, Hodgson Music Hall, the Georgia Museum of Art, and the State Botanical Garden. Memorial Park is around the corner with a zoo, lake, and playground.
Best for
This cottage best suits travelers who want a walkable Five Points base—especially UGA visitors coming for campus events and football weekends—thanks to its proximity to campus and Sanford Stadium and its convenient parking. It also fits couples or small groups seeking a quiet, private stay with a simple kitchen and reliable in-unit internet for light work or planning.
Travel tips
If you want to avoid traffic on Milledge Avenue, use the historic alley behind the cottage to walk to Five Points shops and restaurants. For getting around without a car, there’s a city bus stop across the street and a UGA bus stop about a half-mile away; rideshares are also noted as available in Athens. Plan within house rules: the property caps occupancy at three guests and typically allows no more than two cars without permission.
What guests say
Guest feedback data is limited to an overall public rating of 4.8/5 from 5 reviews, with no excerpts provided to identify specific recurring themes. Based on the listing details, likely strengths include the Five Points walkable location near UGA, the cottage’s quiet/private setting behind the main house, and practical amenities such as fiber internet and a basic kitchen. Potential trade-offs for some travelers may include the compact layout (including an adjoining small sleeping room), strict rules around smoking, pets, and gatherings, and kitchen limitations like no dishwasher or ice maker.
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