Mashburn Mountain Lodge-River and Mountain Views-Lake Rabun

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Tallulah River and long range mountains in the North view

Rustic barnwood in the bankette dining area.

The vivid Fall at The Mashburn Mountain Lodge. Book now for late October peak

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10227.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Hot tub
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Free WiFi
Kitchen

Explore the area

Lakemont, GA

Lake Rabun
‪3 min drive‬
Tallulah Gorge State Park
‪5 min drive‬
Minnehaha Falls
‪20 min drive‬
Clemson, SC (CEU-Oconee County Regional)
‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs

2 Double Futons

Guest

1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

LOFT BATH

Toilet · Shower only

MAIN

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A private mountaintop home near the heart of Lakemont.

Private and cozy with a long range mountain view and a view of the beautiful Tallulah River. Minutes to Lake Rabun and the cool art village of Lakemont.

The living spaces are designed for living and making memories!

The space:

We have just finished a COMPLETE and TOTAL renovation... Shiplap. Granite. Stacked stone. Warm fabrics. Fluffy towels. High thread-count sheets and puffy comforters. 4 sleeping spaces, 3 baths. Complete kitchen remodel with new Stainless LG appliances.

Guest access:

Firewood, Hot tub (private), 75 Mbps Wi-Fi, Dish Network with Sports. Articulating 55" Vizio High Def TV , Grill, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detection. Tons of wide parking. Much More!

Other things to note

Local attractions include Lake Rabun, The Barn at Lake Rabun, Moonrise Distillery, The Lake Rabun Hotel, Minehaha Falls, Wander North Georgia, Tallulah Gorge, Halls Boat House, Lake Seed. Lake Burton, Wineries, The Appalachian Trail, many outdoor music festivals, kayaking, fantastic roads for motorcycles, sports cars and cycling, and much more. 3 minutes from the cool art village of Lakemont. Only 12 minutes from Clayton for great shopping and dining.

We require our quests to be respectful of our amazing community and wonderful neighbors. No "party house" situations allowed, no exceptions. Also, we require the responsible individual, (the renter) to be at least 25 years of age. Thank you for your understanding.

Occupant is obliged to abide by all of the requirements of the Rabun County ordinances, state and federal law, and such violation of any of these rules may result in the termination of the agreement and eviction from the premises, as well as potential liability for fines levied.

Property manager

Sarah Thurston

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakemont

Located in Lakemont, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tallulah Gorge State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Main Street Gallery and Foxfire Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lakemont, GA

What's nearby

Lake Rabun - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Tallulah Gorge State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Shortline Trailhead - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Kingwood Resort Golf - 15 min drive - 16.8 km
Minnehaha Falls - 20 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

Toccoa Station - 28 min drive
Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tiger Mountain Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
‪Oinkers - ‬9 min drive
‪The Red Barn Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Lake Rabun Hotel & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Louie's On The Lake - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mashburn Mountain Lodge-River and Mountain Views-Lake Rabun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mashburn Mountain Lodge-River and Mountain Views-Lake Rabun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mashburn Mountain Lodge-River and Mountain Views-Lake Rabun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mashburn Mountain Lodge-River and Mountain Views-Lake Rabun located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Rabun. Shortline Trailhead and Tallulah Gorge State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

12 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain getaway

Great little house for a family getaway. Kids loved the hot tub and running around the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

11 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Perfect for a trip to the beautiful mountains in North Georgia! We were in town for a family wedding at Terra Incognita Vineyards and the location worked out great. We were able to spend some time in cute downtown Clayton as well, where there are several nice places to eat and cute shops. Everything was seamless and we would definitely stay at this home again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

21 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

We loved every moment of our stay, especially the view from the back porch!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

30 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

The property was one of the cleanest and best equipped rentals we’ve stayed in. It had everything we needed for an extremely comfortable and relaxing stay. Very convenient to outdoors activities, shopping, restaurants, and towns which was so nice. The hosts were extremely communicative and welcoming.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

11 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Both the property and the host made our Christmas stay an amazing experience for the entire family.

A beautiful property with an amazing host! Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dudley W., Canton, GA

17 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

House is perfect....everything you need including a magnificent view.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

21 March 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Had a few rainy days during our trip. Overall area is great for hiking and exploring.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

17 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for families

From 62 to 7 months old—we all enjoyed our stay at this special home. Elegant, comfy, beautiful vistas and landscaping. I hope there is a return visit sometime in our future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl D.

2 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for quick getaway

This property and the entire experience communicating with the owners was nothing short of perfect. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

25 January 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

We had a fantastic weekend at the Mashburn home. Everything was as advertised (if not even better!) and Sarah was super easy to work with. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

12 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best mountain house in a long time!

One of the best VRBO rentals we've had! Sarah was extremely responsive (and gracious), and the home was better than the photos - a truly top notch renovation! Firewood was dry (the kids still wanted s'mores in August), and the views were stunning. Will be booking again soon!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette W.

10 November 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Birthday Weekend!

What a gorgeous house! The views of the mountains and river are beautiful! The house is so cute and easily slept the 6 of us! The owner thought of everything to make our stay special! We can’t wait to visit Lakemont and Clayton again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

12 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Crew

Everything was really beautiful! We were a little confused about the fourth bedroom, not realizing it was a loft with very little privacy. I think describing it better might be helpful. Yet, our friend group is resilient and still had a great time! One of our friends left her jewelry bag and the owners were helpful in helping her recover it. Also, a few more lights in the adorable breakfast nook would help!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzi L.

7 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Mountain Home

My family has enjoyed this home two times now and it is always perfect. Sarah, the host, is so responsive and helpful. The home is perfectly equipped with everything you could need. It is also furnished in a stunning way and feels very luxurious. We will be back again and again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S., Houston

29 March 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely everything!!

We totally enjoyed our stay at this gorgeous property. The owner was on top of everything; it had a lot of space; the decor was gorgeous. Kitchen was well-stocked. I could rave on and on. A 60th birthday ladies trip made more special by this home choice.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Briana R.

3 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Mountain Home

My family and I stayed at this lovely home for a three-day weekend in the mountains of north GA. The setting was peaceful, house impeccably decorated and very clean, and we loved both the fire pit and hot tub when the evening air had a bit of chill to it. Sarah was great to work with; very nice and always responsive to messages. Everyone enjoyed the stay, and we hope to make it a family tradition!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shital P.

15 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible

This home was amazing, from the cleanliness, the setup and the decor. Sarah made sure to pay attention to all details. Coming from a hotel background I was so thankful for all the small details.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

14 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home and Experience

We enjoyed staying at Lakemont. It was in a beautiful, peaceful location within a short drive into Clayton for shopping and restaurants. The home was so well appointed, and the owners have done such an amazing job with the design. We had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. My family really enjoyed spending time in the hot tub, and when temperatures dipped, we had plenty of opportunity to build a fire inside and outside. The owners even delivered firestarters to the house when we inquired. We want to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tigger G., Sandy Springs, GA

6 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FANTASTIC GETAWAY

We loved this very private property perched with the perfect views from the back porch. The owner has taken great care to make this place perfect and is extremely helpful and communicative. We LOVED everything about our long weekend at Mashburn. The entire home is beautifully decorated, comfortable and cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped, hot tub has an incredible view and the fire pit was so fun even in July. Nothing you will need is more than a 10-12 minute drive (groceries, dining, shopping, tubing, hiking, fishing, boating...) and downtown Clayton is AMAZING! We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel J., Tennessee

18 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place close to Tallulah Gorge

We were charmed by the decor and the views out the windows! The abundance of firewood was also a great convenience...the fireball is nicer than most. Good seating for all when eating home-cooked meals. You feel very remote but you aren't far from town and touristy things at all. Enjoyed hiking the Gorge and visiting Goats on the Roof lol. :) (Please contact me if you want to stay sometime in the Florida Keys! I have an amazing 3 BR 3BA house there on the water in Marathon!)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

13 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional home

This property is wholeheartedly recommended. The house is beautifully appointed and was perfect for our family. The loft and downstairs allowed everyone to fit perfectly. It’s location is beautiful. We were in town for a wedding and not familiar with the area at all. Sara was so nice to offer her recommendations on golfing, farmers markets, and shopping. Everything she recommended was great. The town of Clayton is a must to visit and just minutes away. The home has everything you need to enjoy your time. One of the nicest VRBO properties I’ve stayed at. If I ever come back to this area I will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

6 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, clean and updated

It was a girls weekend in this lovely mountain home for us four ladies (of a certain age). We took lots of time chatting on the porch deck and taking in the Fall beauty of the mountains. We visited nearby Tallulalah Falls. We hiked to the observation decks and toured the interesting museum. We especially enjoyed the thrift shops in Clayton and Hiawassee. Daniel’s Steak House provided a delicious and reasonably priced meal in Hiawassee. The host provided precise directions to the house. The road was a bit steep but quite doable. The suite on the lower level was charming. Highly recommend this home and it’s gracious host, Sarah.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina M., West Palm Beach

5 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem of heaven

This house was everything and so much more then you see in the listing. Sarah was an incredible communicator, she went above and beyond to provide top suggestions for restaurants, boat/jacuzzi rentals, activities to do, hikes and her personal touch was so appreciated. She invited us to live music and we had a blast. Her home is incredibly set up, warm, cozy and so modern with a personal touch of artistry. The views are breath taking full of ever changing clouds interplaying with the mountain tops, the animals like bunnies and deer visit often to say hello, the jacuzzi so fun especially on a cool rainy day, the firewood provided for endless nights of admiration and the upstairs bedroom to wake up to a stunning view is nothing short of beautiful. Thank you for such an amazing stay, we loved it so much we're coming back to see the leaf changes in the fall.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R.

24 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic House

Everything about this home was fantastic! It's extremely clean and well organized. Everything has its place. The view off the back porch is really nice. The front porch is really nice and the fire pit conveniently located with plenty of firewood. The beds are really comfortable with nice sheets and comforters. We all slept wonderfully. There is a nice binder with tons of helpful information including simple and specific instructions for how to utilize the 3 remotes to turn on the TV with pictures included. I couldn't broadcast to the TV from my iPhone/iPad, but this is probably because of my own technical challenges rather than the TVs as it is a smart TV and most likely capable. Sarah was very responsive and helpful! We saw a Mommy and baby deer from the back porch one morning and a bobcat while driving up the driveway at night. Would definitely rent from again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in the Mountains

An absolutely perfect place to stay for myself and a group of girlfriends. Hosts went above and beyond to make the stay enjoyable and it was obvious they poured themselves into every detail on the property. We hope to come back in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Thurston

Van and Sarah.
We are proud to be part of the Rabun Renaissance as property owners and active community members. With family history in Rabun dating back to the late 1960's we have loved and treasured the beauty and culture of this unique place.

Why they chose this property

Cute and More Cute. A total renovation brings colors, textures and comfort together with with location and views. Come see for yourself!

What makes this property unique

The lodge is located right in the heart of the Lake Rabun/Lakemont area. Make your lifetime memories here.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs

Guest

Loft

Master

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

LOFT BATH

MAIN

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