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Hidden Gem! Lakeside two bedroom private entrance apartment with large yard.

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A wooden deck with a covered seating area overlooking a calm lake, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A small dining area with a round table, two chairs, and a vase with white flowers.
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
A two-story brick house with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.
A room with a bookshelf filled with books, a clock on the wall, and a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Athens, GA
  • Place, Bear Creek Reservoir Public Park & Fishing Access
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Georgia Square Mall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About this property

Hidden Gem! Lakeside two bedroom private entrance apartment with large yard.

Porch & Pond is a peaceful furnished retreat in Athens designed for professionals, visiting parents and extended stays. Guests enjoy a quiet pondside setting, thoughtful amenities, outdoor gathering spaces, walking trails and convenient access to local hospitals and the university.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be close to Bear Creek Reservoir Public Park & Fishing Access. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a balcony.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with balcony, TVs and fridges
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 12 minutes by car from University of Georgia and 14 minutes from Sanford Stadium
Hidden Gem! Lakeside two bedroom private entrance apartment with large yard. offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Athens apartment is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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.

Hidden Gem! Lakeside two bedroom private entrance apartment with large yard. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location, especially for families, great communication, 10/10 amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great private area with a pond to relax & watch the turtles. & close access to Athens. Spacious rooms and living area. Will repeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a beautiful vrbo and peaceful stay! Host was so thoughtful and love the special touches around the property. Pretty decor and so neat to have the extra beds. The kids were thrilled getting to explore around the pond. Thank you to the hosts for such a special time and would love to come and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026