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Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property !

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Porch overlooking trophy trout stream & fire pit with 18ft bar w/ seating area
Tubing in the cold water on a hot summer day - east beach into the water
Open-concept dining room with fireplace and lounge over-looking the water
Breakfast on the porch overlooking the water
Fire pit overlooking the water

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 22371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ellijay Marketplace
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Dalton, GA (DNN-Dalton Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Loft

1 King Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upper Level Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Large Full-sized Bunk Bedroom

+6
6 Single Bunk Beds and 4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bunk room bathroom

Toilet

Lower Level Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upper Level Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property !

This Cabin is conveniently located just minutes (4 miles) from downtown Ellijay and the Apple Festival, yet it feels like it’s miles from civilization. It is a 4+ bedroom, 3 ½ bathroom cabin in the woods, just steps away from a beautiful trophy trout stream that can be heard throughout the property and house. Native Americans once thrived in this area and considered the rivers sacred.

The Master-on-main has a brand new pillow-top king sized mattress, a sitting area with a flat screen TV, and a large bathroom with separate shower and Jacuzzi tub for two. It opens up to both the front stone patio and back deck overlooking the river through French doors.

A second bedroom on the lower level features a queen sized bed with an organic cotton high-end Sealy pillow-top mattress. There is a great view of the river and this room has it's own separate patio area. The full bathroom with shower/bathtub combo is adjacent.

Upstairs is a cute loft that overlooks the dining room and fireplace. There is a computer nook with desk and a king sized mattress that can sleep one or two. Perfect for reading a book or taking a nap.

A third bedroom upstairs overlooks the river and has a brand new queen sized bed. The private outdoor deck accessible through sliding glass doors is a great place to enjoy morning coffee. The full bathroom with shower is adjacent.

The fourth bedroom is a very large suite that features a private half-bath and a separate deck overlooking the front of the property. There are three full sized bunk beds plus two additional twin sized beds that each have pull-out twin sized trundle beds. There is a sitting area as well. This room can sleep 7-10 people. Great room for all the kids!

All linens and towels are clean and white.

The Kitchen has stainless appliances, including new stainless steel Samsung refrigerator, four-top gas range, double oven, and a dishwasher. There is a microwave, a brand new Keurig coffee maker, Cuisinart coffee maker with coffee pot, a toaster, a griddle, and many other appliances/devices. The kitchen has recently been remodeled with granite countertops with a bar that can seat up to 4 people on barstools.

There is a 10+ person dining table in the dining room, plus up to 4 at the inside kitchen bar, plus a second table in the living room that can seat 2-4. The live-edge bar (seats13+) overlooking the water on the covered porch next to the XL360 grill is a huge hit for everyone and all meals! Plenty of seating for everybody.

This house can easily accommodate large parties or families. It would be perfect for large groups or retreats. There is plenty of room for parking as well.

While this cabin does not meet the ADA handicapped standards and regulations, it is very handicapped friendly. The main living areas are one level without stairs. The level lot, even though it is surrounded by mountains, is very level and has river access without stairs. Please call with any questions regarding special needs.

Other amenities:

THE RIVER: Abundant with trout (rainbow is most prevalent). Small mouth bass have been caught on the banks of this property. Catfish and craw dads have also been caught here.

THE FIRE-PIT: Recently updated fire-pit with log seats overlooking the river.

Remote controlled gas fireplace in the dining room area.

Full HVAC system but additional air conditioners in certain rooms for individual comfort preferences

Samsung front-loading large capacity high efficiency washer and dryer in laundry room

Living room features 75 inch Samsung Smart TV, Blu Ray/ DVD player.

BBQ grill(s) -
1. Cuisinart 360XL - you can cook breakfast, lunch, & dinner for the entire crew on this “blacktop” griddle. For more information: https://youtu.be/c6hZ88Fay4c
2. Wood-burning pizza oven next to firepit area
3. BBQ grill over woodburning firepit

Wrap-around deck overlooking water

Free broadband WIFI

We supply:

* 1 roll of paper towels

* Toilet paper (1 roll for each bathroom)

* Dish detergent

* Dishwasher detergent pods for at least 2 cycles

* 4 garbage bags

* Liquid Hand Soap (1 in each bathroom)

* Rental Rate is based on up to 4 guests. Each additional guest is $20.00 per night per person.

* Minimum of 8 extra adult guests (TOTAL 12 adults) for all Major Holidays.4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years

* 3-Night Minimum - Non-Holidays

* 5-Night Minimum - Memorial Day, Labor Day and New Years

* 7-Night Minimum - Week of 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas

* No Check-In or Check-Out allowed on 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Year's Day.

* Standard Rate: varies with market

* Month of October: varies with market

* All Major Holidays: varies with market

* Cleaning: $250.00

* No Resort Fee: $0.00 (usually includes gated community, parks, fishing)

* Pet Fee: $150.00 per pet (2 pet max)

* The $30 “heating fee” is actually a fee for providing firewood. Please let host know in advance if requested.

* Kayaks are not provided unless specially requested with reservation. Three kayaks available. $100/each

*No filming allowed on property

* No Cats Please

Check in 4:00 pm and Check out 10:00 am

Many other amenities…. too many to list…. so just ask!

Also can be rented with the Cottage as VRBO listing number 2381014 ..... Waterfront Cottage on trophy trout stream

Property manager

Ashleigh

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Agent needs to approve unauthorized guests
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Pets

Pets allowed
Fine for unauthorized pets. Complete pet form.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed in or around the house
Relocating furniture, art, or decor - fees may incur for damage or locating items
Clean outdoor grills after each use - if grill(s) require attention, cleaning fees will incur.
Keep hot tub clean - if draining, vacuuming, & cleaning are necessary, cleaning fees will incur.

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Agent needs to approve unauthorized guests
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

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chattahoochee National Forest and Cohutta Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Talona Lake - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Carters Lake - 21 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family II - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mucho Kaliente Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Ellijay Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr P's Take Out Food - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property ! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property !?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property !?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lodge - Sleeps 22! Pet friendly. Secluded. Entirely level property ! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gilmer County Library, Piedmont Hospital and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Riverside Park and Cartecay River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn V.

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

Amazing place for a group

We had 16 people for two friends’ birthday. We played a fun murder mystery, lounged by the river and fire pit, cooked great group meals including on the outside grill, and just layed around the couches on a rainy day. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis C.

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

It was a good place for a family reunion and everyone enjoyed themselves.

Two bedrooms did not have TVs and we ran out of propane in the grill. Other than that it was an enjoyable day for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan F.

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

Framily Vaca

This is the perfect property for a framily vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kong X.

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

Weekend trip

Nice property for all us. Our host was great. She was very responsive and helpful. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg W.

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

2024 Family Vacation

Our family had a great time at The Lodge! We really enjoyed the creek being right at the cabin! Owner was awesome! A bear did show up so that was exciting. Beautiful landscaping around the whole property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Ellijay Vacation

House and property are in a great location - ample parking, close to town and restaurants. Listing should be updated to not include a spa as an amenity. A note of caution about reserving kayaks - even with a confirmation of availability, check again before arrival. Also, the unsubstantiated accusation of early arrival will be addressed with VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Family vacation

Home was neat and clean. Had fun catching fish and playing in the stream and at the waters edge. Ended our days of fun at the fire pit with s’mores. Had a great evening at the Ellijay American Legion Post. Also, enjoyed playing pickle ball at the rec area in Ellijay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

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

Amazing Retreat

We had a group of 19 men and we were blown away by having the stream right out the back door, with the decks bar overlooking the water and the firepit along the waters edge! the kitchen had everything and having the bunk room allowed us to house so many! The owner was sooo helpful and provided us with everything we need and always promptly responded when we reached out! We couldn't recommend this place more! 😊❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty C.

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

Mountain Paradise on the water

Amazing cabin on Mountaintown Creek. The experience here was second to none! The cabin is huge, yet cozy and inviting. As clean and well-stocked as any cabin we have ever stayed in. The kitchen has anything you need to prepare a meal for two or twenty. The mattresses, pillows and linens were that of a five star hotel. Lots of private space upstairs for the kiddos, such a great floor plan at this cabin. Large dining room table, as well as a stunning live edge bar on the deck, which overlooks the creek. Amazing fire pit next to the water, which was stocked with firewood and log starter! This cabin is situated on a large level lot, making it easy to meander around and enjoy the beautiful setting, play outdoor games etc. We caught a couple of nice trout, had multiple cookouts on the large grill, told stories by the fire, kayaked (rented the ones on site) tubed, enjoyed some fine dining at locally owned restaurants, visited an apple orchard/farmers market and took a short drive to beautiful Carters Lake. We truly made a lot of special memories here. I have to mention the welcome basket. It was absolutely well thought out and prepared especially for our family. The host (Ashley) was very respectful, responsive to our questions and has the southern hospitality that makes a great trip just a little bit better! We will be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Labor Day Getaway

Amazing family get together. We were a party of 10 plus some doggies. The location and house setting is beautiful. I have never been at such a well supplied vacation home. From a well stocked kitchen, games, blankets, dog bowls, the fire pit set up etc. So warm and welcoming we felt like we were visiting someones home. Listening to the creek right outside the door was so relaxing. We spent most our time outside fishing, kayaking, playing in the creek and cooking on the grills. Game nights were fun at the large table to seat all of us while others enjoyed the large screen TV. We were able to enjoy local outings to the Farmers Market, Apple Orchard and a Winery. The only thing I would be aware of is the road turns into gravel and can be tricky in a few spots if you have a little car or sports car. Other than that this place is a treasure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Wonderful

We had a great experience at Mountain Creek lodge. It was exactly as described and pictured and Ashley was very communicative and helpful. We rented the house for my mother’s 80th birthday and had 12 family members ranging from 3 to 86. Every member of the family enjoyed the river and there was plenty of room in the house. We especially loved the huge round griddle grill and used it everyday. Ashley gave us tons of extra information about fun things to do and good fishing locations. The fire pit was terrific and the kayaks were well used. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony N., Panama City, FL, US

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

Great vacation for water lovers

We have vacationed in the blue ridge area every summer for the last 14 years but this was our first rental in Ellijay. We loved the cabin and especially the easy access to the river. We spent a lot of time sitting in the water, fishing (didn’t catch much) and tubing. Enjoyed the fire pit at night. Plenty of room for relaxing, eating and sleeping for our large party. Enjoyed shopping downtown and the local wineries. We had friends rent the cabin next door which was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tinika L., Canton, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great property close to the creek

We really enjoyed the location and property. We were sad to learn that the hot tub is no longer there. But the kids had plenty of fun in the creek. Great place for a family or even a family and friends because the cabin sleeps so many!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna H.

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

Beautiful property

Very well kept. Beautiful property. Incredible host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Fun, family friendly house

We had a wonderful stay, house was perfect for our family which included 4 kids (ages 1,2,3 and 4). Ashleigh was very sweet and attentive to our needs. The river in the back was the highlight of our trip and offered a lot of options for the kids to use theirs imaginations while the parents sat down and relaxed for a while. Thank you Ashleigh!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann p., leesburg

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

Wonderful experience everyone had a great time

A wonderful experience. Everybody had plenty of room. Great fishing. The home was nicely furnished and warm and inviting.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Del L.

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

Family Christmas

Great Stay! Perfect in every respect. Our Host Ashleigh was tremendous. Great place for families any time of the year
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

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

Thanksgiving Week with Family

We had the best time at this cabin! Ashleigh is the greatest owner. She was so helpful and full of knowledge. The cabin was very comfortable for all of us. The kitchen was well equipped. Fire pit was a hit. Watch out for diving beavers at night! You will not be disappointed here. Thanks and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Great cabin on the river

Ashleigh was great! So helpful and communicative. We had 6 adults and 9 kids and there was more than enough space for all of us. We spend most of our time by the fire pit and the river, but loved the whole property. The kids loved the hot tub and us guys loved the grill! The beds were comfy, and the kitchen and dining was just big enough to comfortably allow us to have a few nights of dinners in. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

KC G.

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

Neat cabin close to it all!

Beautiful spacious cabin just off the beaten path. Located 7-8 minutes to Ellijay and about 25 to Blue Ridge. Just around the corner is the coolest apple barn! Owner is very responsive and helpful with activities and local happenings. Safe bet for a huge cabin with everything you will need to tap out for a few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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

Perfect- Just what we needed!

Ashleigh was amazing and very easy to contact. We came right in and felt at home. Such a gorgeous house and lot- we spent so much time outside fishing, playing, and sitting by the campfire. The hot tub was an amazing plus for us as well. We plan to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Atlanta GA

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

Great river house…

We had a great time. My kids loved kayaking and floating in the river on the hot afternoons. Ashleigh was great to work with, gravel road is a little rough, we went in and out each day and blew out the suspension in my SUV. Great place to escape from the city!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Summer Fam Jam

We spent the annual "Fam Jam" here and had an absolute fantastic time. This is a beautiful piece of property that sits right on the river. It is peaceful and tranquil. There was 16 of us in total with 6 kids ranging from 2 -15 years old. There was something for everyone from tubing down the river, to fishing and kayaking and hot tubing. The fire pit was enjoyed by all, the kids made s'mores in the early evening and the adults enjoyed beverages later in the evening. We did a lot of things in the area from fly fishing, to wine tasting, brewery hopping, water water rafting and tubing on the Cartecay River. We took a couple longer adventures to the Atlanta Aquarium as well as the Chattanooga Zoo. The house has everything you could need to make family dinners. The patio area and grill was used daily and thoroughly enjoyed. The hostess, Ashleigh, was absolutely amazing and extremely responsive and easy to communicate with when we had questions or need assistance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great Family Getaway

Our party of 17 included ages 11 months to 83 years. The property itself, including the comfy family room with giant TV (great for binging Season 4 of Stranger Things), the deck, outdoor griddle, hot tub, and creek, offered lots of on site fun and relaxation. Some saw deer in the front yard. We enjoyed easy trips to downtown Ellijay, Blue Ridge, and the following state parks: Tumbling Waters, Fort Mountain, Brasstown Bald, and Amicalola Falls. The house feels secluded but is relatively close to civilization (groceries and pharmacies, etc). The Wi Fi, smart TV, outdoor griddle, hot tub and ice maker worked well. With our large party we had a couple of brief times that hot water was low, but this always corrected itself. Property owner Ashleigh was very welcoming, knowledgable, helpful, and kind! We enjoyed eating at Ellijay Wood-Fired Pizza, Ellijay Coffee, and Cantaberry (the Blue Ridge location). We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucretia B.

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

Amazing peaceful getaway!

We had a group of 19 people consisting of our children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren celebrating our 50th Anniversary. It was the perfect setting for our large group and everyone thoroughly enjoyed relaxing on the creek! Ashleigh was the perfect hostess and easy to communicate with. Missing the tranquility already!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ashleigh

Host profile image
I purchased this Lodge13 years ago because I visited it and fell in love with the properties.... they are truly unique and magical ! I am an avid fly-fisher and love kayaking..... both are perfect for both!

Additionally, I purchased the Cottage, directly next door to the Lodge, for the same reasons. Stunningly beautiful shelf of the river. Rent both properties and you can float or kayak from one property to the other.

I am happy to share my slices of Heaven on Earth with others.

Why they chose this property

It is directly on the water, it's spacious, it is unique, and it is beautiful in all seasons. It is a very humble and welcoming log cabin but it has all of the modern amenities needed to stay in touch with the rest of the world.

The house footprint is grand-fathered on the water and is only a few feet from the sandy beach into the river. It is very rare to have a handicapped-friendly property on a level lot on a trophy trout stream.

What makes this property unique

It is an incredibly remote cabin in the woods but only a few minutes from town. Many properties are difficult to reach due to unstable and or long gravel roads or complicated gate passwords. This property has all of the feelings of mountain living but is in the ideal location for traveling to town.

Additionally, the property is surrounded by mountains but it is a very level lot with an easy sandy beach into the water. Older guests and younger guests can easily enjoy getting in the river without scaling steep rocks or flights of steps. Although there is one step to enter the house, the main part of the house is all one level with no steps so it is convenient for travelers who are not mobile. The master ensuite with king bed and one queen guest bedrooms with adjacent bathroom are on the main level.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish