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The perfect home base for a Georgia game weekend. Having the entire upstairs and downstairs to ourselves with our own entrances was ideal for our group, and Thea and Dan could not have been more welcoming. We were minutes from everything.
Your Home in
the Classic City
The entire upstairs and downstairs — yours alone, with private entrances, minutes from UGA and downtown Athens. Hosts reside on the main level.
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Plan Your Trip
2026 Calendar & Bulldogs Schedule
Key UGA dates and 2026 Georgia game days at a glance — line up your stay with kickoff.
Top 5 · Around the Dawg Manor
Five Things You'll Love
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Your Hosts
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Meet Thea & Dan
We're Thea and Dan Marcacci, your on-site hosts. We live on the main level of the house, while the upstairs and downstairs are rented together as your private home for the stay.
You'll have your own exterior entrances to both guest levels — there's no need to come through our space, so you get all the privacy of your own place with the reassurance of hosts just a knock away. We love Athens and are always happy to point you toward our favorite restaurants, trails, and shows.
2Guest Levels
13Sleeps
2Private Entrances
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The Space
Upstairs, downstairs, and the grounds along the North Oconee — tap any photo to view the full gallery
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What Makes It Special
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The Whole Upstairs & Down
Both guest levels are yours alone — the upstairs and downstairs are rented together as one complete home.
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Private Exterior Entrances
Your own doors and your own space. Guests never pass through the main level where the hosts live.
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On-Site Hosts
Thea & Dan live on the main level and are right here if you need a recommendation or a hand with anything.
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Minutes to UGA & Downtown
A short hop to Sanford Stadium, the University of Georgia, and the shops and music of downtown Athens.
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Room to Spread Out
Two full levels with comfortable space for the whole group — the home sleeps up to thirteen.
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Classic City Base Camp
Breweries, river trails, live music, and Bulldog game days are all just outside your door.
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05 · Discover the Classic City
All the Best of
Athens, Georgia
Home of the University of Georgia and the Bulldogs, Athens is a city that punches far above its size. A legendary music scene that gave the world R.E.M. and the B-52's, deep Southern history, a celebrated food and brewery culture, and miles of rivers, gardens, and trails — it's all here. Use the guides below to plan your stay.
Go Dawgs 🐾Live MusicSouthern FoodBreweriesRiver TrailsBotanical GardenHistoric DowntownGame Day
Top 10 · Things You Must Do
Athens Bucket List
From Saturdays between the hedges to the gardens and the music — the experiences that define a visit to Athens.
- 1Sanford Stadium — "Between the Hedges"
Catch the Georgia Bulldogs on game day in one of college football's great cathedrals.
- 2North Campus & The Arch
Antebellum quads, the iconic UGA Arch, and the quiet Founders Memorial Garden.
- 3State Botanical Garden of Georgia
300+ acres of themed gardens, a glass conservatory, and five miles of river trails.
- 4Georgia Theatre & the 40 Watt Club
Live music in the rooms that launched R.E.M. and the B-52's — don't miss the Theatre rooftop.
- 5The Tree That Owns Itself
The white oak that legally owns the ground it stands on — pure Athens lore.
- 6Georgia Museum of Art
The official state art museum, free to all, on UGA's east campus.
- 7Athens Farmers Market
Local produce, makers, and live music at Bishop Park and Creature Comforts.
- 8Creature Comforts & Terrapin
Tour and taste at two of the South's most loved breweries.
- 9Wuxtry Records & Music History
Crate-dig where Peter Buck met Michael Stipe, then walk the R.E.M. landmarks.
- 10Downtown Athens
Broad & Clayton Street shops, the double-barreled cannon, and rooftop cocktails.
Top 10 · Where to Eat
Restaurants, Cheap to Fancy
Sorted from budget-friendly to fine dining, with an approximate price and distance for each. ($ = casual · $$$$ = special occasion)
- 1Weaver D's Delicious Fine Foods
Soul-food plates so good R.E.M. borrowed the motto for "Automatic for the People."
- 2Cali N Tito's
Beloved BYOB Latin American patio — bold flavors, generous portions, zero fuss.
- 3Clocked
Downtown's favorite burgers and shakes, with a covered patio.
- 4Mediterranean Grill
Fast, fresh hummus and kabobs in Five Points (halal kitchen).
- 5Last Resort Grill
Southern-inspired plates and a legendary weekend brunch downtown.
- 6Trappeze Pub
Belgian fries, a deep beer list, and a buzzing downtown gastropub vibe.
- 7Marker 7 Coastal Grill
Gulf oysters and Georgia shrimp inside a historic Five Points home.
- 8The National
Mediterranean-meets-Southern shared plates from acclaimed chef Peter Dale.
- 9The Expat
Seasonal small plates in a 1930s cottage with a standout wine list.
- 10Five & Ten
Athens' landmark fine-dining room for elevated Southern cuisine.
Top 10 · Outdoors & Recreation
Parks, Trails & Rivers
Listed from nearest to farthest — green space and water are never far in Athens. Distances are approximate from central Athens.
- 1North Oconee River Greenway
Paved riverside path linking downtown's parks and trailheads.
- 2Dudley Park
Trailhead for the Firefly Trail and the famous "Murmur" railroad trestle.
- 3UGA North Campus & Founders Garden
A shaded, historic quad perfect for an easy stroll.
- 4Firefly Trail
Wide rail-trail with a 500-foot bridge over the North Oconee River.
- 5Memorial Park & Bear Hollow Zoo
72-acre Five Points park with a free native-wildlife zoo and trails.
- 6Ben Burton Park
In-town river preserve with shoals, a boat launch, and picnic shelters.
- 7State Botanical Garden of Georgia
300+ acres, a tropical conservatory, and five miles of trails.
- 8Lake Herrick & Oconee Forest Park
UGA lake with kayaking, fishing, and a wooded loop trail.
- 9Sandy Creek Nature Center
225 acres of woods and wetlands plus an exhibit hall and planetarium.
- 10Sandy Creek Park & Lake Chapman
782 acres, the county's only beach, and 14 miles of trails.
Top 10 · Stock the Kitchen
Grocery Stores Nearby
Ten places to grocery shop within roughly three miles of the property, from local co-op to full-size supermarkets.
- 1Daily Groceries Co-op
Community-owned market with local and natural foods on Prince Ave.
- 2Kroger — Baxter Street
Full-size supermarket, the closest big grocery to campus.
- 3Bell's Food Store
Friendly local grocer in the Normaltown neighborhood.
- 4Earth Fare
Natural and organic foods on Alps Road.
- 5Publix — Alps / Beechwood
Clean, well-stocked store near Five Points.
- 6Kroger — Alps Road
Large store with pharmacy, deli, and wine selection.
- 7Walmart Neighborhood Market
Quick everyday grocery runs on Broad Street.
- 8Aldi — Lexington Road
Budget-friendly essentials and produce.
- 9The Fresh Market
Gourmet, specialty, and prepared foods.
- 10Publix — Gaines School Road
Full-service supermarket on the east side.
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Guest Voices
★★★★★5.0· Airbnb & VRBO
A few favorite words from recent guests — read every review on Airbnb and VRBO below.
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Spotless, spacious, and so comfortable. We loved having on-site hosts who knew exactly where to send us for dinner and a show. We walked to downtown one night and hit the botanical garden the next. Already planning our return.
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A genuine Classic City experience. The two levels gave everyone room to spread out, and the private access made it feel like our own place. Thea left us a great list of local spots — Weaver D's and Creature Comforts were highlights.
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