Vacation Rentals in Georgia

Foodies should set aside adequate time in Atlanta and Savannah, where eclectic eateries and fine dining establishments stand side by side. Locals line up outside Atlanta's Taquiera del Sol for tacos and margaritas, while Atlas tops best restaurant lists year after year, with inventive plates featuring exquisite ingredients curated by chef Christopher Grossman. No visit to Savannah is complete without stopping by at the popular carry-out restaurant Zunzi's, featured on the Food Network as a top contender for America's best sandwich.

While traveling between cities on a gastronomy tour, be sure to stop at one of the many roadside diners throughout the state. Visitors can score southern comfort foods such as barbecue or biscuits and gravy at any of Georgia’s small towns. While roadtripping, look out for Yesterday's Cafe in Rutledge and Willie Jewel's Old School BBQ in Kingsland.

Atlanta and Valdosta top the list for kid-friendly cities in the state of Georgia. With so much to do, a rental house or a cabin is a smart way to make the most of a vacation while enjoying the relaxing comforts of home. The Georgia Aquarium is one of the best in the nation and the largest in the western hemisphere. Atlanta also boasts Six Flags Over Georgia. which features high-speed roller coasters, kids rides, and Calypso Bay water park.

Valdosta is also home to an amusement park, perfect for family fun. In addition to a variety of thrill rides, Wild Adventures features several animal exhibits, as well as a water park. Although visitors can easily spend two days exploring Wild Adventures, Valdosta is also home to several parks and recreation areas, perfect for a family picnic or nature walk.

1. Lake Allatoona

Lake Allatoona offers tranquil waters and a beautiful shoreline. Plan a little getaway and camp out in the wilderness near the lake and enjoy a refreshing swim every day. Boating and fishing tours are also available.

2. Lake Lanier

Lake Lanier is conveniently located close to the capital city of Atlanta. This idyllic lake is also home to Margaritaville, a water park with all sorts of fun water slides and wave pools.

3. Lake Sinclair

Lake Sinclair brings you to secluded coves, providing privacy and relaxation for visitors. There are also 10 golf courses in the immediate area.

4. Lake Blackshear

Located in Crisp County, Lake Blackshear is renowned for its beautiful sunsets. Boating tours bring you to submerged Cypress trees in the middle of the lake.

5. Lake Seminole

Lake Seminole is a family-friendly destination with sandy beaches. Step out of your vacation rental for a refreshing swim, or a fishing excursion.

6. Lake Oconee

On top of its serene shorelines, Lake Oconee provides vacationers with golfing and water sports opportunities.

7. Chattahoochee National Forest

Lake Blue Ridge is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Guests discover waterfalls, go rafting, or hike through this protected nature area.

8. High Falls Lake

For loud, cascading waterfalls, head to High Falls Lake. The lake's calm waters make for great jet-skiing and fishing.

9. Lake Rabun

Lake Rabun is a meandering lake that comes to life during the summer. Indulge yourself with a boat trip on the lake and a visit to a local lakeside restaurant.

With so many yearly events and festivals throughout Georgia, you’re likely to catch one of them during your visit. The Vidalia Onion Festival takes the eponymous small town by storm every April, bringing big name concerts, culinary exhibits featuring the namesake crop, and a carnival complete with fireworks.

The spring and fall seasons bring an abundance of festivals to Savannah. November's Children's Book Festival is the largest in the country, while the Savannah Jazz Festival and Savannah Film Festival are popular with locals and visitors alike. By choosing a nearby vacation home, guests can experience the best of festival season and the region's many attractions.

1. Cumberland Islands: Go to the Cumberland Islands to sunbathe amidst sand dunes, or sit in the shade beneath the trees surrounding the lake. Children love this beach, which is covered in collectible shells.

2. Driftwood Beach: Located on Jekyll Island, Driftwood Beach offers a striking setting. The trees growing out of the sand and the driftwood from the lake create a sculptural effect on this wild island.

3. Tybee Beach: This gorgeous stretch of sand is also the perfect place to purchase a souvenir for back home. There are also many restaurants serving fresh seafood here.