This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Original Fine Art Gallery and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall Sports Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Original Fine Art Gallery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
University Of Georgia Conference Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
Georgia Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
University of Georgia - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
Stegeman Coliseum - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
Restaurants
The Root - 17 min walk
Cook Out - 4 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Chili's Grill & Bar - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located Athens cottage. Perfect for a weekend getaway... this one bedroom, one bathroom home is historically charming even with the modern renovations that have been done. Minutes from UGA's campus, Sanford Stadium, and downtown Athens. You'll be close to some of Athens' favorite restaurants and hang out spots like Trapeze Pub, Last Resort Grill, Rook & Pawn, and much more! Let this be your home away from home! Fire Pit • King Bed • Free Parking
Walking through the front door, you'll immediately find yourself in the living room that hosts a comfy couch and a huge flat-screen Smart TV. - Just a couple steps from the couch is the fully equipped kitchen that has stainless steel appliances and soft-close cabinets. - Down the hall, is the nicely renovated bathroom that has a wonderful walk-in shower great for taking a relaxing shower. - Next to the bathroom is the spacious bedroom filled with tons of natural light and a comfortable king-sized bed, Smart TV, and dresser. - Outside, you will be able to enjoy the twinkling lights hanging over the fire pit while you warm up on a breezy night!
Guests will receive a keypad code the day prior or the morning of their reservation date.
A car will most likely be needed. There is also a bus that stops nearby. Uber and Lyft are also accessible.
IMPORTANT: Before receiving check-in instructions, you must sign our rental agreement and provide a copy of your ID. Failure to do so will result in cancellation without a refund. If you would like to review our rental agreement prior to your reservation, just request a copy and we will send you one.
Travelease Protection: We want you to have a worry-free vacation, which is why we offer our travelease protection program when you book with us. With this program, you'll have coverage for up to $200 in accidental damages. Plus, we understand that plans can change, so we offer the flexibility to cancel your reservation for any reason up to 14 days prior to check-in for a 100% refund, and a 50% refund for 7 days (minus the Travel Ease protection fee). Additionally, if the weather takes a turn for the worse, you'll have the ability to reschedule your stay. So, rest easy knowing that we've got you covered.
Pets are welcome on the premises, and a pet fee of $125 applies. Please ensure to inform us in advance to secure authorization for bringing a pet. You are required to clean up after your pet, including waste or additional charges may apply.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a desk, and a travel crib.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 624 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
768534
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Athens within a short 15-minute walk of Original Fine Art Gallery. You'll also find Sanford Stadium and Georgia Museum of Art within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each house and a kitchen in some.
Are there hot tubs at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium?
No, there aren't any house at Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium that offer a balcony.
Cara's Cottage - 2 miles from Sanford Stadium Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rob W., Nashville, TN
Feb 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage in a great location.
Rob W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Matt K.
Nov 9, 2025
Matt K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Carey T., Cumming, Ga
Oct 26, 2025
Older property that needs updating. Musty smell when first entering, one heating and cooling unit located in the bedroom makes it difficult to get a comfortable temperature throughout. Weak water pressure and poor drainage in the shower, which also had prominent mold. Slight bug problem. Overall sparsely equipped compared to other similarly priced accommodations we have used in the area. Overall I would not recommend this property.
Carey T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Ann P.
Oct 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient and easy check in. Property grounds needed a little TLC. This is the 2nd of the cottages we've stayed in. They're older structures but have been updated pretty well.
Ann P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brooks B.
Oct 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in five points
Brooks B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandy D.
May 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Madeline B.
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Cozy
We had a great time - the location was wonderful and convenient for our trip to Athens!
Madeline B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Edward M.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay for Dawgs game
The host was accessible via text and very quick to respond. You could walk to the stadium in about 45 minutes to an hour (beats the high parking fees) I would have given 5 stars but it was extremely hard to find at night. No street lighting made the address very difficult to see. GPS led us too what appeared to be a radio station next door. There are multiple properties at the location. They were well labeled and easy to pick the correct one. Again, lighting was a bit of an issue. There is a steep set of iron stairs with a hand rail on one side and nothing on the other. There was a lot of dead foliage on the stairs, but someone took care of that the next day. The inside of the cottage was very clean and up-to-date with modern appliances.
Edward M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Ira M.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Heaven
Our daughter who lives in Athens is recovering from a stroke. We were there to visit and offer any help we could. Unknowingly when we chose to stay at Cara, it would be our serene get away. The setting like a peaceful English Cottage, offering comfort and convenience. I know God directed us there. Thank for sharing your home with us. Thinking it may become our GA retreat♥️
When we got there the property had leaves and sticks all over the place. That was rectified a day later, though, and the outside looked great.
The outdoor lighting could be much better- the solar pathway lights were not working.
These 2 gripes are actually minor- we had a great stay and would stay there again.