Verified review
10/10 Excellent
lee w.
Jul 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lee w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Georgia Southern Fans Welcome! Tranquil Nature & Fishing! Host Your Events!
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Laundry
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Portal, GA
- Greenhouse TrailPlace, Greenhouse Trail16 min drive
- George L. Smith State ParkPlace, George L. Smith State Park18 min drive
- Georgia Southern UniversityPlace, Georgia Southern University39 min drive
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About the neighborhood
What's nearby
- Greenhouse Trail - 16 min drive - 7.4 miles
- George L. Smith State Park - 18 min drive - 10.2 miles
- Georgia Southern University - 39 min drive - 25.4 miles
- Allen E. Paulson Stadium - 42 min drive - 27.1 miles
- Splash In the Boro - 43 min drive - 25.6 miles
Restaurants
- Pepper Jack's Deli & Grill - 13 min drive
- Baby CJ’s - 12 min drive
- City Cafe - 13 min drive
- The Cotton Patch Bakery - 13 min drive
- Enmarket - 13 min drive
About this property
Georgia Southern Fans Welcome! Tranquil Nature & Fishing! Host Your Events!
Enjoy the country once again! & Visit a Portal where you haven't been!
This beautiful farmhouse GETAWAY is a historical part of Family Farming tradition nestled in Portal Ga.
Hosted by the Anderson family!
Experience the 157 acre space which Includes 2 properties!!! Each with a pond...Yes! 2 BEAUTIFUL ponds! A true Fishing Paradise! Come & be a cast away with us! Beautiful banquet area with full outdoor kitchen & plenty of outdoor dining space. EVENTS are WELCOME.
***THE BONUS***
2nd property is an OUTDOOR house! Complete kitchen & 1/2bath plenty of space for CAMPING as well as trails for RIDING. RV's are WELCOME, at your own discretion. Outdoor house is authentic time travel. A TRUE OFF THE GRID CAMPING EXPERIENCE! The Camping area does not have RV hookups.
The spacious Main house can sleep up to 6 comfortably, spaciously 4. Has a beautiful sun room to simply indoor relax.
Dishes, cookware & flatware are provided. It's a fully furnished, cherished family farm experience. So bring all your fun things & enjoy a true off grid rustic part of history. WE ARE SOLITUDE FRIENDLY!
This beautiful farmhouse GETAWAY is a historical part of Family Farming tradition nestled in Portal Ga.
Hosted by the Anderson family!
Experience the 157 acre space which Includes 2 properties!!! Each with a pond...Yes! 2 BEAUTIFUL ponds! A true Fishing Paradise! Come & be a cast away with us! Beautiful banquet area with full outdoor kitchen & plenty of outdoor dining space. EVENTS are WELCOME.
***THE BONUS***
2nd property is an OUTDOOR house! Complete kitchen & 1/2bath plenty of space for CAMPING as well as trails for RIDING. RV's are WELCOME, at your own discretion. Outdoor house is authentic time travel. A TRUE OFF THE GRID CAMPING EXPERIENCE! The Camping area does not have RV hookups.
The spacious Main house can sleep up to 6 comfortably, spaciously 4. Has a beautiful sun room to simply indoor relax.
Dishes, cookware & flatware are provided. It's a fully furnished, cherished family farm experience. So bring all your fun things & enjoy a true off grid rustic part of history. WE ARE SOLITUDE FRIENDLY!
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Property amenities
Things to do
- Playground
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Separate dining area
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
Policies
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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
- 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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-out: 12:00 PM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- 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.
- Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60.
- Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
Will I be able to park at Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat!
Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres!?
No, this country house doesn't offer parking.
Is this farm stay next to a casino?
No, this farm stay is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this farm stay?
No, there is no indoor pool at this farm stay.
Is Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat!
Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres! a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this country house, including a fireplace and a kitchenette in each accommodation and a fireplace in some.
Are there hot tubs at Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat!
Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres!?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this country house.
Does this farm stay offer breakfast?
No, this farm stay doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this farm stay allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this farm stay.
Are there connecting rooms at Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat!
Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres!?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this country house.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat!
Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres!?
No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Tranquil Fishing & Nature Retreat! Minutes from Ga Southern, all of 157 acres!.
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nickie S.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying here is like stepping back in time and stay with your grandparents. We absolutely loved the decor. Awesome place if you like it quite and peaceful. If we could give 10 stars we would have.
Nickie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Brian Q.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of peaceful paradise
Got to property late for a parents weekend at Ga Southern… and Kay had let us know how to get in and we were so surprised as to location and how well equipped place was..!! We are planning to come back again with my grandson and our family to enjoy this amazing place.. The outside back covered porch area and fire pit with the pond/lake…just a great spot..!! Highly recommend a stay here .!! Kay the host was great as was the property..!!
Brian Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024