See all properties
Entire home

Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!!

Photo gallery for Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!!

The mountains are calling and YOU must go!
Sky Valley, at an elevation of 3600’-4200’, is the highest city in Georgia.
Welcome to Sugarbush Shalet! 💚
This cozy mountain home is nestled in trees as far as you can see!
Fall is spectacular in Sky Valley!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Dillard, GA
  • Highlands Aerial Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Dry Falls
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom in Primary Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom right outside 2nd bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!!

This cozy mountain home, located in beautiful Sky Valley Country Club & Resort is perfect for a romantic getaway, girls weekend or golf outing. Whether you want to just enjoy a relaxing weekend, go hiking or antiquing, you will be surrounded by the beautiful Georgia and North Carolina Blue Ridge mountains featuring breathtaking views and waterfalls. It is a short drive to Highlands, NC, Tallulah Gorge, Lake Burton, wineries and many other exciting destinations.

Property manager

John & Karen Long
Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior

Hot Tub and Beautiful Deck, Sky Valley Amenities, Sleeps 4

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
10.0 out of 10, (17 reviews)
Hot Tub and Beautiful Deck, Sky Valley Amenities, Sleeps 4

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Adults only
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Dillard

Located in Dillard, this holiday home is in the mountains. Foxfire Museum and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Highlands Aerial Park and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Andy's Trout Farm and Highlands Biological Station. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
Map
Dillard, GA

What's nearby

  • Highlands Aerial Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 16 min drive - 15.5 km
  • 12 Spies Vineyards and Farm - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Dry Falls - 24 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Dillard House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julep Farms - Dillard - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home away from home with private hot tub, golf cart and more!! located?

This family-friendly Dillard holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. Highlands Aerial Park and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

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

Just perfect

Beautiful decorated, clean, every amenity you need and more. The extra touches are everywhere down to the soaps, pillow sprays, sound machine, coffee assortment. The king beds are very comfortable with great linens and blankets. Outside decks and areas are so inviting with hot tub, TV's and seating for relaxing all around this home. We love having access to the golf cart too. The golf course is tops. The local area has lots to offer. We will be back in fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Birthday

This is a fabulous place to stay. The owners have thought of everything you need to have for a perfect quiet relaxing stay. The property is as pictured with all the extras of a 5 star resort. This is one of our favorite stays and will be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista A.

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

Best host we've had

We have booked VRBO properties in multiple states and this is hands down the best hosts we have had! This beautiful decorated property has every amenity imaginable, every small appliance and kitchen item you could possibly need, and fully stocked from the bathrooms and kitchen to the outside fireplace and hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Love this place!!!

Beautiful home with all the amenities one could desire! The owners have thought of everything to make your stay a delight! We have stayed here twice and thoroughly enjoyed each visit!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby H.

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

Spring getaway

3rd time staying here. Love the area. A great relaxing trip. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

So peaceful and has everything you need on site.

Beautiful property close to highlands and Dillard activities and restaurants. Owners thought of everything and once you get there you don’t need to go anywhere. Amazing top of the line hot tub!! Outdoor spaces are amazing. Will visit again soon. CH
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy H.

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

Valentines

We had the best time in this perfect Shalet. It has everything you need and more. It is so tastefully decorated and in a perfect location. We can’t wait to go back and we will definitely stay in Sugarbush Shalet!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

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

Excellent Stay

Beautiful home. Very relaxing and the Christmas decorations were beautiful. The hot tub was large. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen and the entire home has everything you could need. We will be booking this location again and highly recommend. It is perfect in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Fully stocked

You know how you always pack basic supplies “just in case”? No need with Sugarbush Shalet. The owners have thought of everything! Lovely cabin in a great setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy H.

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

Rejuvenating Stay

This is a lovely property, well-maintained, and start with mini activities. One can do on the premises.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

The BEST vacation rental!

Totally updated gorgeous cabin in an excellent location. They have thought of everything that you could possibly need. We will definitely be staying again. I don’t have enough words to say how great this cabin is!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AJ M.

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

Stop Looking and Book Now

Fantastic property, very clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

Lovely visit to Sky Valley!

This was our second year in a row visiting the area. Last year we stayed in Clayton atop Screamer Mountain. This year we chose to stay in Sky Valley as my husband is an avid golfer. There are SO many wonderful things about this property! Proximity to splendid golf course, absolutely adorable home and VERY well appointed. My husband wanted to buy it on the spot! Everything about this older home has been updated, leaving all the charm. Karen is clearly a decorator, as this is by far the best decor we have found in a VRBO. Super clean and all supplies / amenities in the kitchen and all rooms are top notch, By far our favorite space was the adorable deck, with the hot tub, fountain and sitting space. We spent 99% of our time on it, and it really is the total reason to rent this place! Everywhere you look there is something quaint to see, the little "mushroom patch" outside the back door, the area under the stairs, the massage chair!!! Use of the golf cart is a big bonus to tool around Sky Valley. The single disadvantage to this home is that it is FULLY wooded; no view and while sunlight is visible through the trees, the house remains pretty much dark all day. I might think about removing some of the trees, purely for sunlight purposes. Definitely not all, but some could go :) Despite that, the view surrounds you when you get in the car, so pick your poison. We chose the cute house :) Will definitely be back! Thank you Karen for an awesome weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

Respite from the heat of Florida

Chalet offers everything that we enjoyed so much last year. First class style and comfort beautifully combined. They think of everything for your comfort! Wooded view from the back deck And the fragrant aroma of the mountains was just what we needed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome!

Beautiful place, loved everything about it. Super clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Second Time Around

Had a chance to stay longer this time. As before, Sugarbush exceeded our expectations. It’s a great place to relax and unwind and it’s also a great starting point to visit wineries, waterfalls, great restaurants, the pool, and the golf course. Already planning our next trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Gorgeous!

This place is beautiful. It is well equipped with everything you could possibly need as well as things you didn’t know you needed. The furnishings are gorgeous. Great porches for relaxing. Comfy beds. Convenient location to Highlands in one direction and Clayton in the other. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

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

Great hospitality and a home in the trees!

Sugarbush Shalet was wonderful! From the moment we walked it, we felt welcomed. The lights were on, the electric fireplace was burning, a welcome basket was waiting for us, soft music was playing, and the whole place smelled like cinnamon. Everything felt very clean and organized. It was as clean as we would keep our own home. It was obvious that Karen and John take pride in their cabin. The kitchen was fully stocked (I think there were 7 or 8 cutting boards alone!) and we found everything we needed. There was even a welcome binder that had tips and how-to instructions for everything in the cabin, in the resort, and in the area. Bonus features of the house that we really enjoyed: a saltwater hot tub (so nice and it didn't burn our skin), a billiards table, a guitar, a full-body massage chair, propane fire pits on both the front porch and the covered side porch by the jacuzzi, and a golf cart to ride around the resort. Also, the place felt very private, up high among the trees. It was a natural respite from our busy lives. Very relaxing and homey. I'm sure I'm forgetting something, but the whole experience was enjoyable and easy. We would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Quiet and peaceful

When we travel, we use Vrbo for all our trips and this is without a doubt our favorite! They have thought of everything in this beautifully designed home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey K.

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

Perfect Place!

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home! Everything was much more than expected from the amenities, a fully stocked kitchen, and wonderful outdoor spaces. We hope to come back again one day. Thank you, Karen and John!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buffie B.

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

Awesome Getaway!

I cannot say enough about our stay at Sugarbush Shalet! It was so much more than we expected. Karen is an exemplary host and has anticipated any need a guest would have. The welcome basket was so sweet! The house is beautifully decorated and so comfortable and cozy. The covered porch is the perfect place for enjoying the sounds of nature. It’s truly one of the most relaxing vacations we’ve had. Our only regret is that we didn’t book the stay for longer. We cannot wait to book our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Perfect getaway!

My husband and I recently stayed at Sugarbush Shalet for our 20th anniversary. The location is idyllic, the home is beautiful, and all of the extra touches inside and out make this a perfect tranquil retreat. It is also a great base from which to explore the beautiful mountains of GA and NC. Karen and John are wonderful hosts. They were very helpful and quick to respond to questions, and offered great restaurant recommendations. We had such a lovely time we are already looking forward to when we can return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The BEST Cottage EVER

Sugarbush Shalet is the most PERFECT place ever!!! Seriously, it is that amazing! My girlfriends and I have been gathering, every year, for over 30 years and we all agreed that we finally have found our perfect spot! From the moment you walk through the door, relaxation engulfs you with the soft glow of the fireplace (no heat, flame only), gentle spa music playing, and the cutest gift basket of goodies to kick start your stay. Just try to find one thing wrong with this place and you can’t; it really is that excellent. The back patio is the perfect oasis to unwind. The kitchen is fully equipped with just about everything you need, even every size charcutier board you can imagine. The Beds, the Showers, the Cleanliness, the Décor….ALL OUTSTANDING! Each day we would discover something new about the place and just gush over its awesomeness. I could go on and on detailing every room but go see it for yourself and experience whatever VRBO should be like, truly perfection! Karen is a delightful host, with great recommendations, and we are counting down the days to our return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dexter m.

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

Great Amenities!

Beautiful home and well appointed. The primary bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed having the use of the amenities the owner offered especially the golf cart! Would love to stay here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by John & Karen Long

Host profile image

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests