Entire House, Remodeled, New Furniture, Near Downtown, Campus, Mamas Boy!
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Entire House, Remodeled, New Furniture, Near Downtown, Campus, Mamas Boy! is a freshly remodeled vacation home in central Athens, United States. It’s set in a quiet, young adult/student-friendly neighborhood behind Oconee St, positioned for easy access to Downtown Athens and the University of Georgia area. The property holds a strong public rating of 4.835955 based on 89 reviews.
Space & Setup
This is an entire house (not a hotel) with new furniture and updated appliances, designed for group stays as well as longer visits. Guest feedback notes the layout works especially well for larger gatherings, with five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home is smoke-free and includes heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
Amenities & Home Features
Self-catering is a key draw, with a full kitchen that includes an oven/stove and microwave, plus practical extras like an ironing board and washer. Outdoor space includes a patio and an outdoor grill. Connectivity and downtime needs are covered with free Wi-Fi and cable TV, and the home is pet-friendly.
Parking & Arrival
Parking is free, with “plenty of parking” mentioned in the source summary, including both front and rear driveway options. The setup is intended to provide added privacy alongside convenient access.
Location & Nearby
The home is described as walkable to the Athens Greenway and Mamas Boy, and it’s noted as less than about a 25-minute walk to Downtown Athens. For public transit, multiple bus stops are very close, including Oak St at Poplar St (about 89 m) and 235 Oak St at Poplar St (about 93 m). Local landmarks and venues highlighted nearby include Sanford Stadium, The Georgia Theatre, Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum, Stegeman Coliseum, and Athens Arena, with restaurants such as Bruxie, The Place, The Globe, and The World Famous in the surrounding area.
Best for
Best suited to groups and families who want an entire home near Downtown Athens and UGA, especially for game days, campus visits, and events. The five-bedroom/four-bathroom setup, full kitchen, washer, and free parking make it practical for multi-night stays. It also fits travelers who want to walk or use nearby bus stops rather than relying entirely on a car.
Travel tips
If you plan to use transit, the Oak St at Poplar St stops are within roughly a 1–2 minute walk (about 89–93 m), with additional stops along E Broad St a short walk away. The listing notes it’s less than about a 25-minute walk to Downtown Athens, so plan for a walkable stay if the weather cooperates. For flights, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is far from Athens (about 104 km away), so allow extra time for ground travel.
What guests say
Reviews emphasize the home’s suitability for larger groups, with guests specifically noting that the five-bedroom, four-bathroom layout accommodated a family gathering well. The kitchen is repeatedly highlighted as being well stocked for cooking and day-to-day needs, supporting a self-catered stay. Guests also mention responsive, accommodating host communication when minor issues came up. A maintenance-type issue was noted with the outdoor grill’s gas setup, which required attention during a stay.
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