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Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort

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An aerial view of a lakeside property with a large house surrounded by dense forest, a dock with a boat, and a small boat on the water. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A large stone house with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A spacious wooden interior with a staircase, two armchairs, and a view through large windows. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a stone fireplace. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
A spacious kitchen with a large marble island, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with wooden furniture. - Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort (Gainesville)
Nestled among the forest, Bellissimo Castle is a European-inspired retreat offering a private 8-acre recreational area. Enjoy luxury amenities like two 27' tri-toon boats, an outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and smoker grill, and an indoor dining space for up to 22 guests. Relax in the luxurious hot tub or by the firepit while taking in breathtaking views of Lake Lanier.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

10 bathroomsSleeps 209200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort

  • Bellissimo Castle is one of the few homes on Lake Lanier that provides you with 2 Luxury Tri-toon boats, Custom Ordered Wake Boat, 2 Sea-Doo jet skis, Paddle boat, Kayaks and Paddleboards at your own private dock ( additional rental fees apply ) property also provides the entire family with outdoor and indoor entertainment unlike any other home on the lake. Pickleball court, sand volleyball, ping pong, pool table, 12’ chess, bocce court, sauna, pool, karaoke, Golden Tee, 8 person hot tub

    This unique home has 3 levels of living space....8 bed rooms,,,the top floor of the home has the largest master bedroom with a king bed and on-suite bath, fireplace, lake view, gym area, desk area and stone stairway up to the star-gazing roof top bar complete with fire-pit table , bar area and refrigerator. The main level of the home has a spacious family room with fire place, open dining area and kitchen with fireplace ( dining for 22 people) bedroom with king bed and on-suite bath and elevator to lower level. Walk out to covered patio and deck area with fire place and fire pit table and beautiful lake view. The lower terrace level provides a game room with karaoke system, card table, chess table, Golden Tee video game, bar area with refrigerator and fireplace and 6 more bedrooms...4 king beds, 1 queen bed and 6 bunk beds. Two of the bedrooms have walk-out doors to the pool area and one of the bedrooms has a fireplace. We provide you with a Side-By-Side ATV to carry coolers, food or guests to the dock area or to the outdoor recreational area located on the property which has sand volleyball, pickle ball court, outdoor chess set, foosball, pool table , basketball and cornhole. The area has several great activities...however, you have so many activities on the property, there is no need to leave ! Do your kids love camping ? We have 2 (4) person tents and 6 sleeping bags for them use if they want to break free from the adults.

    The entire house ! 9200 sf ....lake front on 8 private acres !

    You will be greeted at the home upon arrival by the host or the home owner and the homeowner will be available for any issues that may arrise.

    Located on 8 acres, wooded , gated and lake front. Only one neighbor adjacent to the property but private distance

    ATV / Plenty of parking on the property, circular driveway in front of the home can accommodate 10-15 cars, additional parking in driveway adjacent to the house can accommodate 15 + cars

    Please cover your pet deposit, the deposit is per pet and you will be charged if you show up with more pets than posted on the reservation. The home has security cameras at the front gate, the front door and pool area of the home for insurance purposes. If you have an issue with the pool camera, please let us know.
    Security cameras are located at the front entrance of the home and at the boat dock for your safety . Pool has a security camera for insurance purposes but may be turned off if so requested. Front entrance of the property has ponds and waterfalls , children should not be allowed to walk on the rocks or in the ponds or waterfalls. Home is equipped with an elevator and sauna and should not be used without reviewing instructions ...children are not allowed to use without adult supervision. A pet deposit of $300 PER pet is required at booking. Please be honest ! If you show up with additional pets you will be required to pay the additional deposits. Guests will be greeted by David or Mandy upon arrival. This home is not your typical short term rental home, several unique systems and additions require instruction to ensure a comfortable stay for our guests. Early check-in is not allowed unless required within 24 hours before the arrival date. Our cleaning service arrives at 10 am on check out day.

    PRIMARY RENTER MUST BE 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT THIS PROPERTY

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 9,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Security cameras are located at the front entrance of the home and at the boat dock for your safety .

Pets

Pets are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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: 50
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Gainesville, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lanier and Chattahoochee River. Travelling with kids? Consider Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with a group of trees, a pier in the background, and a boat on the water.
    Lake Lanier
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a forested shoreline and a clear sky.
    Mall of Georgia
    50 min drive - 40.2 miles
  • An aerial view of a roundabout with a central fountain, surrounded by landscaped areas and parking lots.
    Chateau Elan Winery
    54 min drive - 34.8 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    51 min drive - 35.7 miles
  • Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
    52 min drive - 39.8 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zaxby’s Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    14 min drive
  • Longstreet Cafe
    15 min drive
  • McDonald's
    13 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    14 min drive
  • Waffle House
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort located?

This family-friendly Gainesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Lanier, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Don Carter State Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club. Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Lake Lanier Castle/Your own Private Resort Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David and his team make sure you have everything you need. Supplies are well stocked. A very comfortable home that’s perfect for large family gatherings. Everyone had a blast and we are looking forward to coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! As a big family with wide ranging ages, it’s difficult to find a place to accommodate all of us. My children found this and we had a weekend to celebrate my 80th birthday. Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms and plenty to do without leaving the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and host

Exceptionally spacious and comfortable. Host puts a lot of emphasis on features and guest satisfaction. Great kitchen and dining - perfect for our large group. Equipment, games .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family get away

the property is just beautiful, the home has everything needed for a wonderful week's stay. our family was young adults and older and were able to keep busy all week long. Great space for everyone. truly a great trip
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Artie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Castle

The lake met our expectations. The castle needs some updates and a deep cleaning
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome vacation

This house is amazing. It has everything that you would need to relax and enjoy a family vacation. Each bedroom has their own bathroom and TV. The lake has a beach area that you can lay out and get some sun or enjoy the water. Any problems you can always text or call Nancy or David and they respond right away. I would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Lake Vacation

We rented this house for a family vacation. Mix of adults, teenagers, and one toddler. We loved it! House is huge and had everything we needed. David was an attentive host and went above and beyond. We rented the jet skis and they were awesome. We took out the tritoon for one day and it was a highlight of the trip. The easy access to the lake made it one of the best lake vacations we have had. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO experience we have ever had

I cannot say enough about our experience. The house was impeccable, everything you could possibly need. Activities everywhere on the property. The house was spotless! Our host was amazing! Communication was great, he bent over backwards to make sure we had the best time. We will most definitely be back and will be bringing more people Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on a wonderful property!

This was our 10th year doing a reunion trip, and we went big for the occasion -- Castle Bellissimo was a blast!-- ample sleeping arrangements to accommodate 15 adults very comfortably-- 100" TV in the main room with 12-seater wraparound couch ( with all seats reclining ) -- great outdoor kitchen area, next to a huge hot tub and an infrared sauna-- outdoor gaming area ... we played pickleball for hours-- rooftop bar was a hit-- fully loaded boat dock ... we took the pontoon boat out for a cruise on a beautiful Saturday afternoonThere's so much to do on property and we certainly didn't get to all of it in our four-day / three-night stay. Guess we'll have to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Family Reunion

After a long, private and rustic driveway from the road to the house, we were treated to a visually unique and stunning estate setting inside and out. Incredible outdoor waterfall system with color changing lights. A night time marvel. (Built by the Owner, Dave) Very large, well equipped house, many amenities and plenty of space for large family gatherings and numerous private sitting areas for relaxation or small get togethers. The house stonework and woodwork (inside and out) is just amazing. Actually more of a private resort feel with a beautiful view and direct access to the lake. We had 16 family members from infants, toddlers, pre-teens to grandparents with plenty of room and plenty to do. Dave was very attentive and personally checked in with us daily to see if there was anything we needed. Dave continues to work on improving the property and adding new amenities. This was one of those unique and special family/location experiences to be remembered and talked about for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Castle was an absolute delight, as were the hosts. Very clear communication, very responsive and accommodating (especially given our large family), and a wonderful retreat right on the like. Would certainly recommend to any families in the area, and would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Hosts were great. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had our family reunion there and it was awesome. We all enjoyed ourselves and there was plenty of things to do for everyone. Amazing experience and would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Great place to hang out with friends and family. Something for for everyone to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like a private resort.

Everything was great 👍. Dave was a great host! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anshe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Thanksgiving ever

Had the best Thanksgiving ever with my family! We will definitely be coming back this summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bellissimo Castle was a fun weekend retreat for our team outing. The house had many gathering spaces, inside and out, that made our time together enjoyable. The large kitchen with multiple refrigerators and double dishwashers made food & beverage prep & cleanup easy for our large group. Lake Lanier was calm and perfect for boating. Owner was very responsive and friendly. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday weekend

Went we a large group of friends with our kids, had an awesome time!!! House was great, dock was awesome, I highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This is a really cool property and a fun place to celebrate my 13 year olds birthday with friends. The on property boat and jet ski rentals made it very easy. David was available with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

georgia trip

excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most amazing Family vacation

This was the first time both mine and my husbands family vacationed together and we all enjoyed the entire experience. Any issues we had Dave and Nancy were fast to help! Thank you for letting us stay in the castle!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Masters Magic at the Castle

We had an absolutely phenomenal stay at the Castle. Sam, the property manager, was flexible about initial check-in and was attentive and helpful. The property is gorgeous and there was so much to do. This is the perfect option for families and adult weekends alike. Couldn’t be happier with the process, honestly the online pictures don’t do it justice. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique property! Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms (all our guests did not have to share a bathroom- which is hard to find). Kitchen and outdoor grills (several) worked great. Lots of kitchen, pantry space and 3 very large fridges for main food storage. Check in was easy. Also to have lakefront with a beach and flatter topography was much appreciated.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house & grounds are amazing. We (16 4) enjoyed our annual family reunion here (during Thanksgiving week).We all loved the accommodations & made use of the pickleball court & sauna. It was great having two refrigerators & dishwashers (for our large group) & being able to all sit together for our dinners. Golfers all enjoyed the two nearby golf courses. Mandy & Dave were great with communication. The pool & grill area looked fabulous, though it was too chilly for us to use--definitely perfect for summer use. We've stayed at 22 places for our reunions & this is one of the top choices. This house had everything supplied (which was greatly appreciated). Highly recommend for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

My family (14 of us - mixed ages) had a great time during our recent stay! The house and property has a ton of activities and things to do - we were not short of options. This part of Lake Lanier was quiet too, which was nice. The owner and property manager were friendly and responsive during our stay. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023