Pond View Retreat: Your Ultimate Athens Getaway Minutes To Sanford Stadium
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Pond View Retreat is a smoke-free, kid-friendly Athens getaway set in a tranquil East Athens cul-de-sac, designed for groups who want privacy while staying close to the energy of downtown, the UGA campus, and Sanford Stadium. The home is oriented around relaxing outdoor views, with a landscaped backyard and a trail leading to the neighborhood pond. It holds a 5/5 public rating based on 22 reviews.
Layout & Sleeping
The main level includes a primary bedroom with a king bed and smart TV plus two additional queen bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, alongside multiple living and dining spaces centered on a gas fireplace. The basement level adds a second primary suite with a king bed and smart TV, plus another large living room with a queen sleeper sofa and an additional gas fireplace. This two-level setup is particularly well-suited to multi-generational stays that benefit from separate living areas.
Kitchens & In-Home Conveniences
The main kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including a double oven, microwave, oven/stove, and a wine cooler for hosted meals and game-day spreads. A second full kitchen on the basement level supports larger groups and longer stays. Practical comforts include air conditioning, heating, a washer, ironing board, cable TV, and free Wi‑Fi.
Outdoor Space & Recreation
Outdoor living is a highlight, with an expansive screened porch featuring a ceiling heater and vinyl curtains for year-round use, plus a lower patio and two-story deck. Guests also have access to an outdoor pool, outdoor grill, and a fire pit for evening gatherings. Indoors, the home includes a fitness-focused TV/exercise room with a Peloton bike, other exercise equipment, and a projector set up as a 100+ inch smart TV, plus a ping pong table, toys, and games.
Parking, Area & Nearby Dining
Parking is easy for groups, with a three-car garage, circular driveway, and space for up to four cars total. Dining options in the East Athens area include DePalma’s Italian Cafe – Eastside (about 1.0 km), Locos Grill & Pub Athens Eastside (about 1.0 km), Preacher Green’s (about 1.0 km), New Red Bowl (about 1.1 km), La Fiesta (about 1.2 km), and Cali N Tito’s (about 1.2 km). For flights, Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 105.6 km away.
Best for
This retreat is best for multi-generational families and friend groups visiting Athens for UGA events, including game days at Sanford Stadium and graduations, thanks to two full kitchens, multiple living areas, and flexible sleeping (including two king suites and a sleeper sofa). It also suits travelers who prioritize downtime, with a screened, heated porch, outdoor pool, fire pit, and pond-side walking trail, plus an exercise room with a Peloton and a large projector setup.
Travel tips
If you’re flying in, plan for the drive from Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport (about 105.6 km). For meals close to the house, several Eastside options cluster within roughly 1.0–1.3 km (including DePalma’s Italian Cafe – Eastside, Locos Grill & Pub, and Cali N Tito’s). With parking for up to four cars via the garage and circular driveway, coordinating multiple vehicles for downtown/UGA trips is straightforward.
What guests say
Reviews consistently describe the home as beautiful, relaxing, and set in a scenic setting with standout views. Guests highlight how well it works for multi-generational groups and small family gatherings, suggesting the layout and multiple living areas support togetherness and privacy. Communication and guidance from the owner is noted as especially helpful, with clear instructions for operating in-home features like climate control and TVs. No recurring negatives are reflected in the provided excerpts.
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