In this transformed general store turned home, just miles from Athens, you can enjoy modern comforts and spacious living. The large open space common area is perfect for family gatherings or cooking together while watching the game.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Spacious, newly remodeled home with a large porch and 8 min from downtown Athens
Very unique home just miles from Athens. Once a local general store, this space has been transformed into a beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with modern amenities. The space has been skillfully renovated and finished for a comfortable and spacious stay. It has a large open space common area, great for family gatherings, cooking or watching the game...
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Single level property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Special check-in instructions
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Athens is home to this vacation home. Sanford Stadium and Ware-Lyndon House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bishop Park Tennis Center and University Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stegeman Coliseum or Jefferson Memorial Stadium. Visit our Athens travel guide
Is Spacious, newly remodeled home with a large porch and 8 min from downtown Athens pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is Spacious, newly remodeled home with a large porch and 8 min from downtown Athens located?
Situated in Athens, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from J&J Flea Market and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sandy Creek Park and Sandy Creek Education & Visitor Center. University of Georgia and North Oconee River Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Spacious, newly remodeled home with a large porch and 8 min from downtown Athens Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely home while in town for a wedding this weekend. My family & I were very happy with the place as it was peaceful & quaint. Ken was such great host, he was so nice and accommodating & easy to get in touch with. We would definitely stay again if we are around the area!!
Loved the inside of the property as was very nice, clean and up to date. Communication with property owner was fantastic all thru our stay. Outside of property doesn’t give the inside justice. Overall great place to stay and thanks for sharing.
Bryan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jon & Greer
Nov 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ken's place is very clean, spacious, and comfortable. It is an older home, but has been renovated recently. It was a great place for us to stay while in town for a football game. The owner was easy to communicate with and flexible with entry/exit times, which we appreciated.
House was perfect. Easy to get too and close to downtown Athens/Sanford Stadium. Just outside of town so you get to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the wilderness. Comes with all the necessities. Nice back porch to relax and enjoy the weather. I highly recommend and will definitely book again if back in Athens.
Pros: Ken was great. You can tell he loves this place. The home was stocked with an abundance of supplies, games, snacks, coffee, and kitchen items. My daughter loved the piano. Various pieces of antique fixtures galore that reminded me of my childhood throughout the stay. The long porch was perfect for reading, grilling or resting. Convenient to UGA but far enough to avoid the high traffic and noise. Managed to grab a few figs from the backyard.
Cons: Photos do not represent how good the inside really looks. Exterior appears dated at first glance but you get over that quickly.
Randy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa R.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Almost Perfect
When we first pulled up and saw the property we were worried because the outside of the property is not kept up well at all. The yard was very overgrown and unkept.
When we walked into the house we saw that it looked to be clean and well decorated. On the second night there we saw quite a few roaches in the kitchen and living room as well as one of the bedrooms. This was very unnerving. These roaches were huge and several small ones as well. Because of this we would probably not stay there again.
We were in town for a football game, hiking and a kayak trip in Athens area and found this cute and unique home. It was a general store in the 49’s and Kenny has transformed it into a relaxing home filled with antiques. The location is convenient and easily accessible to downtown Athens- we were at Sanford stadium in less than 20 minutes. Very quiet neighborhood yet close to hiking r tree sold
and a short 20 minutes frive to kayak. Kenny, our host, even provided us with breakfast items for the next day. Very gracious and easy to communicate with. We will definitely choose this home again.
This rental was a sweet stay. Ken was an incredible host and very communicative. The place was clean and well decorated. Would recommend staying here for a weekend getaway or to escape from the craziness of campus.
Great location to Athens and very accommodating host
This was a great location to downtown Athens and Sanford Stadium. The host was very accommodating and nice to deal with. It sits a little closer to the road than the picture indicates, but that was not a big deal for us.
It was a good property and reasonably priced. We would stay here again.