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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a granite countertop.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table with a lamp, a large plant, and a dining area with a chandelier.
A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs with patterned cushions.
A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden chest, and a red patterned rug. A staircase with wooden railings leads to an upper level.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, a chair, and a wall-mounted TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Atlanta, GA
  • Place, Pullman Yards
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Claire Community Land Trust
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fernbank Museum of Natural History
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Retreat in Lake Claire

Built in the 1920's, this historic two-level townhome/duplex is located on a quiet street in the Lake Claire neighborhood, a quaint intown community. Centrally located but within one of the safest areas in the city.
This duplex captures a view of Atlanta as the historic transportation hub of the South.
The main level embodies Atlanta’s role within the aviation sector of world history (WWII B29 Bombers/Delta).
The kitchen has of hints of Coca Cola (Founded in Atlanta, May 8, 1886), that leads to a private deck.
“The Terminus" lower-level suite has a railway station theme, with a living room equipped with the comforts of any historic lounge. The manager for this property can be found next door.

License number
2022-01210
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Pullman Yards. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 5 minutes by car from Emory University and 8 minutes from Piedmont Park
Historic Retreat in Lake Claire offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 2022-01210

Historic Retreat in Lake Claire Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place that’s conveniently located to Atlanta attractions and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have been a more perfect stay! From the decor, the comfortable beds and linens, the privacy, the amazing back deck, and just the overall feel of this place, Allen has created the perfect retreat. As a travel nurse, it’s so close to many local hospitals, which is also great! When I am in the area again, I will absolutely stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, location, and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a wonderful location, very clean and well provisioned. Allen was great and proactive with communication. We had a very comfortable stay and hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed this stay. Great communication, location and pretty clean. The windows over the showers could use some stylish window privacy film; kinda felt like people could see me. Either way, I would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthias G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was excellent. We booked this vrbo due to its close proximity to Emory and due to the great reviews. The house was very well equipped for everything we needed. Very clean, great neighborhood, very safe. Allen is a great host and so easy to deal with quick responses and always making sure we had what we needed and respected our privacy. Our family would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked well for our short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and eager to help with the freezing temperatures. The house was cozy and as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house! Beds were comfy and we loved hanging out downstairs in the living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delores W.

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

Great place!

Home was centrally located and was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Allen's lovely home was topnotch - warm, clean and comfy, with just the right amenities to help relax between our planned activities with family. Allen was proactive in communicating with me, and a pleasure to work with. No complaints - we will hope to stay at Allen's place next time we're in Atlanta!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were so glad to be able to stay here for the second time for a week! The kitchen is gorgeous, the whole place is very clean, and the host is very attentive with replacement towels, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Allan’s. The house was comfortable, spacious, and well-equipt. Plenty of room for our group (5 adults) to eat together, watch the game together (go Birds!) or get away for quiet time when needed. Allan was very responsive to texts. We will definitely stay here again when in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fully equipped with kitchen supplies and everything you could need. The host responded quickly to any questions we had. The property is great for a family with other kids or multiple groups. Our teenagers were able to have their own bedrooms on the lower level with a bathroom and living space so they could stay up and not keep the whole house up. Parking on the street was always available and the neighborhood is safe and friendly. We went to a different coffee shop nearby each day and there are plenty of restaurants, if you don’t want to cook.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

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

Lake Claire Retreat

Great hosts--easy in and out, would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allen was very kind, accommodating, and attentive as a host. We were in town for a Cowboy Carter Girls’ Weekend and having a pleasant & comfortable stay added to an incredible weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Great stay in Atlanta!

Smooth check-in, check-out, and communication with the host. Allen goes above and beyond for his guests, and I appreciate that a lot. I would certainly stay here again if I’m back in Atlanta.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

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

Weekend Getaway

Very clean, well appointed. Good location in a nice neighborhood. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Would recommend

Everything we needed ! We had a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

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

Great Place

Wonderful historic bungalow in Atlanta. The property is in a nice area that is reasonably proximate to downtown Atlanta, Decatur, restaurants and Emery University.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corise G.

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

Family Event

The Historic Retreat in Lake Claire was just as it appeared in the photos. It’s in a lovely neighborhood, convenient to Decatur and Emory.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great spot for friends

This home was quiet, close to a MARTA station and in a nice neighborhood. We had a seamless check in and check out process and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful!

The house is beautiful. Check in went smoothly. The neighborhood was peaceful! Would definitely stay here again ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean and convenient place to stay while working in Atlanta for a week. Really appreciated the workspace in one of the downstairs bedrooms - just wish there'd been better lighting set in that room rather than the one small lamp. Excellent, reliable WiFi, comfortable beds and a beautiful neighborhood. Would DEFINITELY stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025