Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathrooms279 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock
LIVING THE DREAM –That’s life on Lake Chatuge in the North Georgia Mountains This wonderful home is back on the rental market after a remodeling of the kitchen, master bath, and other areas of the house. With a mixture of rustic and modern charm, this home features four bedrooms and three and a half baths. Inside amenities include a pool table, ping pong, foosball, high speed internet, fireplace, games, and books. There are five smart TVs…one in each of the upstairs bedrooms, one in the main living room, and one in the terrace level living area. TVs in both living areas have DVD players. Be sure to bring your favorite online streaming app, stick, or casting device. Feast your eyes on the gourmet kitchen equipped with an oversized island that seats eight. The dining table in the adjoining sunroom also seats eight. This kitchen is built for gathering with a six-burner gas stove, double oven, large farmhouse sink, and wet bar with beverage cooler. The pool table is just off the kitchen so it’s easy to sit at the island and watch the action. The main living room has a gas fireplace and furniture made to lounge in. Upstairs is the master bedroom with king bed, ensuite bathroom, and private balcony overlooking the lake. The second bedroom has a king bed and a private balcony overlooking the front yard. The third bedroom has a King bed and a comfy window seat. There is a shared hall bath. The terrace level of the house has a bunkroom with four XL twin bunks, a queen bedroom, and a living area, and a full bathroom. There is also a ping pong room and a foosball table. Outside amenities begin with the porch where you will find a large Webber grill and 2 tables which each seat six. Grab a rocker or lounge chair to hang out and breathe the fresh mountain air or supervise the kids while they play in the yard. The gently sloping yard leads to the owners’ “favorite room in the house”, the oversized fire pit with nine rockers. Anytime of the year, the fire pit is cozy and lends itself to conversation, a hot cup of coffee, the perfect cocktail, stargazing, or a delectable s’more. Continue to the sundeck and dock where you can jump right in or bring a fishing pole to while away the afternoon casting a line. There is ample parking for cars and trailers in the driveway for you and your guests. Although you will feel like you are far from civilization, the town of Hiawassee is less than one mile away. In town, you will find grocery shopping, Starbucks, and many quaint specialty shops and restaurants including a local coffee house and ice cream shop. If you’ve never been to this area, there’s something for everyone. Just a few of things to consider are: • 3 golf courses within a 30-minute drive. • If you like walking or hiking, you have plenty of choices. You can access the Appalachian Trail just outside of town. Other hiking opportunities include Jackrabbit Mountain Rec Area right up the road in North Carolina. The park offers trails for hiking and mountain biking. Another option is a stroll across the Chatuge Dam to enjoy the amazing scenery. Take time to visit Brasstown Bald Visitor Center to see if the day is clear enough to see the Atlanta skyline! Then drive up Bell Mountain (the mountain you can see from the front yard). It gives you a great view of some of the 132 miles of shoreline on Lake Chatuge. If waterfalls are your thing, they are all over the place in north Georgia. Plan to see several while you are here! • For something less strenuous, visit one of the local wineries. Both Crane Creek and Hightower Creek Vineyards are within 20 minutes of the house. Hiawassee Brewery downtown has a great view of the lake and a good selection of craft beers, food and games! Whether you spend time inside, outside, or exploring the area, this home is the perfect place to make memories with family and friends.
Occupancy Rates Based On Up To 4 Persons EXTRA PERSONS: $10/per person /per night
MINIMUM: 2 night stay HOLIDAYS REQUIRE: 3 Night Minimum or more.
Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice All properties are subject to our booking agreement terms.
Pets Considered in this rental, fees are charged to bring a pet.
No unauthorized parties, underage drinking and/or controlled substances of any kind will be permitted. No Smoking in the house, smoking is permitted outside and on the porch. Please use ashtrays provided. No refunds will be issued if you are asked to leave.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
14 outdoor pickleball courts
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area
Located in Hiawassee, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boundary Waters Marina and Jackrabbit Campground are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and Hamilton Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Rollins Planetarium and Peacock Performing Arts Center. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Hiawassee travel guide
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock located?
This family-friendly Hiawassee holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Chatuge Lake and Chattahoochee National Forest. Hiwassee River and Chatuge Regional Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Living the Dream- Lakefront-Dock Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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 had a wonderful week at Living the Dream. The inside perfect for our family of 9. We were able to gather as a group or break off into smaller groups for catching up .
The bunk room with the sunroom/porch was perfect for our 3 teens/tweens. The dock was a huge hit. We would definitely stay here again!
Location was great easy access to both Hayesville and Hiawassee. Scenic surrounds, wildlife and of course the lake was great to relax and enjoy nature, or sit around the fire pit with family and caught up while the kids chase lightning bugs. The house had plenty of space to sleep and entertain all generations with a massive kitchen island, pool table, ping pong, plenty of board games and much more!!! Internet WiFi worked great to stay connected if needed too.
Brad S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Steven B.
5 Oct 2024
Living the dream review
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great time with our family. Communication was nearly non existent. I tried for two days to contact the management company with no response. I needed to know if someone was going to inspect the property after the tropical storm and let me know if the power was on and if there was any damage before we traveled 2 plus hours to get there. I finally called Little Bear Management and they advised the manager of our property was out of town on vacation. He apparently failed to have anyone in place to handle calls etc. Little Bear was kind enough to send someone out and did let us know everything was ok.
The view was beautiful. Spacious home, lovely kitchen. Proximity to local businesses etc was great. Lots of gathering space for family activities. Many bathrooms. Very comfortable for our large family gatherings.
The house was great- very clean, well equipped, lots of spaces for everyone to hang out in doors and outdoors. Fire pit, lake views and games tables were a big hit as well!!
This was a great house for all ages of our family!
David L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary O.
18 May 2022
Osteen family vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great!
Had a fantastic time! The house was beautiful and had literally every thing we needed. The kitchen was more stocked than any other VRBO we’ve stayed in, and was perfect with the wide open space and pool table right in the same big room. We rented a boat from Lake Chatuge Marina, and the boat fit perfectly on the floating dock, no problems whatsoever. The fire pit is as beautiful as the pictures show. We had one small glitch with the internet, but apparently a storm had knocked several other houses internet out as well, and the property management quickly had someone to the house to replace the bad modem and all was good in the WiFi world :-). The house is spacious and all in our party (8 of us total) said their respective beds were super comfy and slept great each night. The house is also super convenient to grocery, restaurants, local attractions, and obviously you can’t beat Lake Chatuge itself. We absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend as a great choice!
Nicholas C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sara W.
18 May 2022
Living The Dream lived up to its name!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a wonderful four days. Our family enjoyed the home and the lake.
Sara W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
david w.
18 May 2022
david welch
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house Great Time
david w.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jocelyn B.
10 Jul 2022
Had a great time.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great property and location... just wasn’t clean.
Jocelyn B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Scott D.
18 May 2022
Graduation Time
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were in the area for my sons graduation from Young Harris. The house was in a great location and very convenient for family and making short day trips to see the sights.
Scott D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glen S.
19 Aug 2022
Very Nice Home on Lake
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Traveled with Kids and grand kids. All had a great time. Large backyard with dock. Our boat fit fine. Rental company would not let us keep their boat overnight at dock. Property Management was responsive to issues.
Glen S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Aaron T.
29 Mar 2020
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The property is in a great location. The space was fantastic. It was obviously an older property that is in need of some care and maintenance. The outdoor areas specifically appeared to have not be maintained throughout winter months, very haphazard in appearance.Overall the size was great with many different spaces to enjoy. The amenities were good (i.e. pool table, ping pong table, foosball table, gas grill, gas fireplace and dock on the lake). All in all we would return to this property especially if the maintenance was kept up.
Aaron T.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Harold L.
30 Aug 2018
An enjoyable vacation with a boat rental for the lake.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time in Hiawassee In Living the Dream. The house was clean. The oven door did not close tight and the front screen door closure needs repaired. The chairs in living room were a little uncomfortable. Overall was pretty good. Fire pit was beautiful and enjoyed by all of us. Lake and dockside were very relaxing. We rented a boat from local company. Inside space was very accommodating. Great location close to everything.
The good: the fire pit was enjoyed several times.There was ample wood supply & fun was had by all. The pool table was quite enjoyable, games were played nightly. The beds were comfortable. The view of the lake is beautiful.
The difficult. The high top fire pit table on the porch & BBQ were not usable, because of no propane gas or even an empty to fill. The basement was very nice, but the musty smell kept us from using it. The kitchen is very well equipped but dated. Use the lower over, the top oven door is sprung & never gets real hot.
Debi K.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Larry N.
18 May 2022
Weekend getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House was okay. Basement was not used because of moldy odor. Bed linen has not been changed in any rooms. One bedroom linen was covered in dog hair. Was discovered about midnight to late to call anyone.
Larry N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joni L.
1 Dec 2021
Thanksgiving 2021
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved Living the Dream. It had lots of space, well equipped, and had everything you would want. Of course, things happen and the heating motor went out during very cold night. Once reported to Greg, it was taken care of right away. My only suggestion would be to leave instructions for TVs. The one in living room and master bedroom never worked. We enjoyed the tv in rec room downstairs. The outside fire pit was awesome and we spent a lot of time out there. We are already thinking of a return visit in warmer weather. Thanks for having us.
There are an enormous amount of stairs at this house both insude and outside. There are 6 different levels on the inside of the house. Lots and lots of stairs. Not good for elderly people or folks with mobility challenges. There areits and lots of stairs outside and those stairs are not built to code , they are mildewy and slippery, and are not level. Outside stairs are a problem as well. The dock has no steps to get on it. That is a major hazard try to get on and off the dick from the yard. The outdoor fireplace area was a mess and the fire place tools were laying on the ground rusting. The exterior of the house including the hand rails was very dirty, with lots of visible mildew, cobwebs, leaves, mold, ex..The master shower pan did not drain and filled up with water immediately. One of the primary beds in its own bedroom was not make up at all and looked like someone had just slept in it.
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robert h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Bill J.
18 May 2022
Nice-Could Be Great
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
First let me say that this is a great house. I am aware that the owners have been putting money into the house. We could tell that new carpet had just been laid through most of the home. That being said, there are some major issues inside the house. Upon entering the home we were immediately met with the strong odor of mold. In the downstairs basement area where the bunkbeds are the smell was extremely strong. My oldest son was asking if we could leave for home before our time was up because he was so miserable from sneezing. The yard was great, especially if you bring a dog. Also, the dock was very nice and I actually caught a couple of fish from it. We rented a boat from Boundary Waters boat rental, and were able to attach it to the dock. We arrived at the house at 3 o'clock, our scheduled check in time, but the cleaning crew was still there. We pulled into the empty lot across the street from the house to wait for them to finish. We found approximately 20+ towels shoved into the dryer that were not dry. Also we took photographs of cobwebs throughout the house. We made great use of ping-pong and pool tables and over all, we had a nice time. Unfortunately the mold/mildew issues detracted a great deal from our stay. Until the mold issues are addressed, I would not recommend this home to a friend.
Bill J.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Danny/JoAnn T.
5 Jun 2022
Living the Nightmare
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I had read previous reviews, which were not favorable. Unfortunately I ignored them. We experienced several of the same situations as other renters. The floors hadn't seen a broom, vacuum or mop in a long long time! The bath towels are badly stained, obviously bleach has never been considered there. The amount of dead bugs and crumbs and spilt liquids all over the place was bizarre considering the cleaning people had supposedly just been there.The porches were covered with weeks, months, of heavy debris and we spent several hours using brooms and blowers making it possible to use and enjoy.We even found balloons covered in confetti rolling around and under furniture. The refrigerator was not clean so we needed to remove shelves and wash everything before we could load our groceries. We placed all dishes, utensils and glasses that we would be using immediately in the dishwasher for a cleaning cycle because they too were filthy, in the cabinets! Pots and pans were hand washed and set aside for future use during our stay.The general filth that had to be cleaned from our first steps on the porch and then throughout the house was both unexpected and time consuming! Cleaning fees are added and included with the rental fees. I resent paying for a service that was not provided. Not to mention all the supposed Covid protocols the rental company claims to adhere to in the booklet!Be warned!! We have been in contact with Greg at Majestic Mountain Getaways, with assurance of partial refund, yet NO refund has been received!I would never, ever recommend Living the Dream rental to anyone!In fact we will never use Majestic Mountain Getaway for any future rentals. There's just no excuse for such conditions to be acceptable to any business.Phone calls to the rental company have been met with excuses but NO actions