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Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>

Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Ellijay, GA
  • Popular LocationHot Chix Buffalo Wings & BBQ Sauces19 min drive
  • Popular LocationBirthday & Special Occasions20 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County)92 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)97 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
    1 single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Combined shower/bath
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>

5-star private compound on 5+ secluded acres; swim and fish in the large private pond and creek meandering throughout the property; croquet, bocce, badminton and more; covered back deck overlooking the creek w/big screen tv, daybed, and gas firetable; separate game room w/pool table, games, and game table, which doubles as a separate work space when needed; jasmine covered pagoda by the creek; herb garden and chef's kitchen, fully equipped with gas stove, double ovens, and ice maker; webber gas grill and pizza oven; wood burning fire pit; luxurious linens; 10 minutes from downtown but a world away

Property manager

Kim Humphreys

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • Games
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outdoors only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Cycling on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Must be pre-approved; add'l charges
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Cabin Fever? Escape to the N GA Mountains
Southern Living in the N GA Mountains Cabin
Southern Living in the N GA Mountains Ellijay
Southern Living in the N GA Mountains Cabin Ellijay

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cohutta Overlook and Rich Mountain Wilderness are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace.
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What's nearby

  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 17 min drive
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 18 min drive
  • Carters Lake - 21 min drive
  • Cohutta Overlook - 24 min drive
  • Fort Mountain State Park - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hot Chix Buffalo Wings & BBQ Sauces - 19 min drive
  • Birthday & Special Occasions - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br>?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ellijay Retreat w/Private Pond, Creek & Renovated Goat Shed Game Room <br> located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ridgeway Recreation Area and Carters Lake. Cohutta Overlook and Woodridge Branch Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hal A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elijay Retreat
This was our second stay here, and it was just as enjoyable as the first. Still a great place to relax- very private and a perfect place to let the kids run around, fish, tube, and swim. Kim was a great host as usual and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and amazing property
We've stayed in vacation rentals all over north Georgia, and this one has moved onto my "favorites" list! As others have noted, the pictures don't do it justice. Beautiful grounds with interesting seating areas, a pond with a dock, and a beautiful creek winding through the property. The house is also fabulous, with the best-stocked kitchen I've ever seen in a rental. Even in the July heat, the covered outdoor seating area was comfortable with the overhead fan going; we spent a good bit of time out there, as well as IN the creek sitting in comfy Adirondack chairs! Kim, the owner, was incredibly responsive and wonderful to work with. Highly recommended--we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature and creature comforts combined!
If you enjoy the outdoors, rushing creek waters and wide open spaces... But also want the comforts of a home with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, great indoor and outdoor living and dining spaces, this is the place! Can't say enough good things about this huge property with built in entertainment for kiddos and adults and all the comforts of home - we enjoyed exploring and playing from morning to evening in the creek, the pond, the lawn, the game room, on the deck and in the house. We cooked all meals, inside and out (grill), including s'mores on the open fire pit. A really special place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Get-away by the Creek
This was my second time to visit. The furnishings are beautiful and make it feel so cozy. We enjoyed the fireplace inside and the outside fire table by the creek. Excellent place to relax and enjoy nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Paradise
From the soothing sounds of the stream meandering through the property to the quiet warmth of the evening fire emanating from the fire table, this place is the perfect relaxation setting. You won’t want to leave it. Kim was a wonderful, attentive communicator, just a great host. We appreciated the cookies and croissants as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall visit
Great Place! Like having your own quiet park. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This was our first trip to Ellijay and it was fantastic. My son wanted to take a trip to the mountains for his graduation gift and reviews of the north Georgia mountains made it seem like a perfect destination. Ellijay itself is a lovely little town and is situated in a prime location near other cute mountain towns and convenient to a number of great hiking trails, apple orchards, parks and other attractions. This property was perfect for us! The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The stream that wraps around/through the property is clear and cool and the sounds are amazing. My sons fished for trout in the stream and the pond. We all enjoyed floating in the stream, s'mores by the fire pit, lounging in the sun, lounging on the deck, baking homemade pizzas in the pizza oven and taking walks around the property. Inside, the kitchen was very well stocked, the furnishings were lovely, the beds and bedding were super comfy. It was such a peaceful setting and exactly what were hoping for. Kim was very prompt with responses and super helpful as was Herman. We most definitely intend to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical mountain retreat w/stream & pond
From the start, we had great communication with the property owner. who reached out proactively to see if we had any questions. Check in was a breeze but we heard from her again to make sure all was well. When we had a minor problem with the dishwasher, she responded immediately and then we also met the very helpful and friendly caretaker, who was a great source of local information. Between the two of them, we had fantastic info about the history of the property, local tips and great recommendations for activities. But we mostly stayed right on the gorgeous property, aside from a few hikes (and a quick swim in Carter Lake) and picking up food to cook in the amazing chef’s kitchen or to eat on the stunning back deck. The musical sound of the water was a constant backdrop and the water was crystal clear and cold. Creek hikes were a favorite activity as was fishing (we caught both trout and bass) and croquet. We had a fire in the wood fire pit (marshmallow skewers were provided) and floated in the pond, and everyone made rounds of the various hammocks. The beds, linens, towels and blankets were all top quality and the interior decor was gorgeous but also comfortable—just perfect in every way. We loved the ice maker, the coffee bar (fully stocked), the plentiful bar ware, the pizza oven and the grill. Friends visited us one Saturday and called the next day to see if they could come by again just for a few hours—they said it was more than worth the drive to spend a few more hours at this magical location!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful vacation in a perfect setting
We recently returned from our trip to Kim's home in Ellijay. It was our first time in the mountains of North Georgia and we will definitely be back. The home delivered on all its promises and the existing reviews were both helpful and accurate. The inside is gorgeous, tastefully decorated and comfortable. My mother and I enjoyed cooking many dinners for my two sons (ages 7 & 9), husband, father and brother in the well appointed kitchen. It's rare to find double ovens and a gas range in a rental property! We spent hours on the back covered deck enjoying the sounds of the stream and occasionally catching a playoff game on the TV. The property was fantastic. So many areas to relax at and so much to explore. Our boys fished for hours and caught bass in the lake as well as trout in the stream. On the warmer days they enjoyed adventuring in the stream and cooling off in the deeper sections. The towns of Ellijay and Blue Ridge were fun to explore. There are many hikes in the area, zip lining, wineries and great restaurants. The home and vacation exceeded our expectations on all levels!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday home
This house has everything. We brought few things with us like frying pan or knives but we didn’t have to. There is absolutely everything, even spices!! We spend most of the time sitting outside on the beautiful deck. The creek floating just next to the house was like a relaxing music. Very sweet Ellijay town , just few min away was an extra addition to this place. From this place we could go to the small beach, many trails , an awesome dam and mountains. Property owner was so accommodating and always on top of everything. We had small problem with air condition and she took care of immediately, no time was wasted!!! Perfect owner!!! We loved very much our stay and if the opportunity comes we will be back there for sure!!! Kim, thank you again for your home!! De Bree Family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021