Relax at the Lake Side Retreat

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

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Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Ellijay, GA

Ellijay River Vineyards
‪8 min drive‬
Cherry Log Creek
‪15 min drive‬
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
‪16 min drive‬
Dalton, GA (DNN-Dalton Municipal)
‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Double Futons

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Second bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

Lake Side Retreat is a beautiful and well appointed cabin on Lake Buckhorn. Perfectly located between Ellijay and Blue Ridge.

This wonderful home has 3 levels. Main level contains Bedroom 1, guest bath, fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room with wood burning fire place. The upper level has the master suite/bath with private deck and the loft area with a trundle day bed. Head down below the main level via the exterior steps and you find the lower family room which contains a sofa with a coffee table and seating. This room contains a large smart tv and a mix of board games.

The home has brand new smart TV’s in each bedroom, living area and family room. This allows you to login to your favorite Apps and/or accounts for your viewing pleasure.

But why watch the TV when you can sit by the lake, read a book, go for a paddle, fish for bass and walk the neighborhood trails.
We offer a canoe and a stand up paddle board for your use.

Then head out to
explore the nearby towns for the festivals, wineries and orchards.
Return home to relax in the LakeSide Retreat and soak under the stars in the hot tub.

If adventure seeking is your thing... we have plenty of options. From tubing the nearby rivers, hiking the numerous trails, mountain biking, road cycling, motorcycling, fishing and hiking.

If you are looking for that perfect place to relax, enjoy and play.....you found it!

**Special Notes:
1. The home has 3 levels with exterior decks/patios. This home requires climbing interior stairs as well as exterior steps to access the hot tub area and lake side.
2. Your are in a natural wooded location with the potential of wild animal interactions (deer, turkey, black bear...)
3. The exterior surroundings are dark at night. There are some exterior landscape lights to help light up some of the areas.
4. For extended stays over 5nights please inquire about special garbage and/or cleaning details. Please inquire if this pertains to your reservation.

Thanks for selecting our home for your stay. If you have any further questions please let me know.

Property manager

Mike

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed

Small dog may be accepted. $50 pet fee,$250deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A Canoe & Stand-Up Paddle Board w/ paddles are available & 2-life jackets Please be considerate and return them to their proper location after use.

Household trash: trash must be bagged in trash bags and deposited into trash can. Please no lose trash can be deposited into trash container.

Extended stays over 10nights there may be additional rules. Please inquire if this pertains to your reservation

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Lake and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Baugh House Fannin County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Ellijay Marketplace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

Ellijay River Vineyards - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
Ellijay Marketplace - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 15.3 km
Cherry Log Creek - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 16 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Pink Pig - ‬14 min drive
‪L & A Corner - ‬14 min drive
‪Ellijay River Vineyards - ‬9 min drive
‪Big Momma's - ‬14 min drive
‪Mountain House Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax at the Lake Side Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax at the Lake Side Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at the Lake Side Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at the Lake Side Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ellijay River Vineyards and Sugar Creek Raceway. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Ellijay Marketplace are also within 9 miles (15 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

Jeannie C.

16 April 2025

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

Favorite Place to stay in the North Georgia Mountains!!

This is our second visit to the Lake Side Retreat and it will not be our last! The cabin is located near Cherry Log which is halfway between Blue Ridge and Ellijay, which allows visitors to enjoy both cities. The cabin itself is filled with quality furnishings and has a beautiful picture window that looks over the small lake. I am able to spread out my art supplies on the large table as I plan and vision for my art and contemplation classes that I offer. Since the cabin has an upstairs, my husband can camp out upstairs and give me the space I need to work. Although the weather did not allow us the opportunity to enjoy the outside much, the cabin is well appointed with a canoe, fire pit and hot tub. A great host and wonderful location and cabin!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

9 April 2025

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

A Perfect Lakefront Getaway for the Whole Family (Dog included)

We had such a great time at the Lake Side Retreat. My wife, our 17-year-old son, and our golden doodle all really enjoyed it. The cabin was super cozy and had everything we needed—and more. It’s tucked away in a quiet spot right on the lake, and the setting couldn’t be more peaceful.We loved spending time outside—paddling around the lake, fishing a bit, and walking the local trails. The neighbors were friendly, and it just felt like a great place to relax and unwind. The hot tub at night under the stars was a favorite for sure.Inside, everything was clean and comfortable. The smart TVs in every room were nice for movie nights, but honestly, we barely used them—we were too busy enjoying the outdoors and the calm of the area.Couldn’t have asked for a better spot. Great location between Blue Ridge and Ellijay, and an amazing home to come back to at the end of each day. We’d love to come back again sometime.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leinah D.

31 March 2025

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

Lakeside retreat

An amazing home with amazing hosts! A perfect family retreat that we are so thankful to have enjoyed. This is truly a special place.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather Z.

22 March 2025

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

Memorable Spring Break

Not only was this cabin beautiful and clean but the host was amazing. Great stay, we will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

17 February 2025

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Location was quiet, yet not too remote, and the house was inviting and spacious. We enjoyed the views of the small lake and the house had everything we needed. We will definitely be visiting again in the spring when we can enjoy the canoe and fishing.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen M.

6 January 2025

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

McCarthy

Great property for families. Cleanliness and seclusion were just what we needed during our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

11 December 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena W.

3 December 2024

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

The Best Thanksgiving

We had an incredible time at this beautiful cabin. It had everything and more. The beds were comfortable, the showers had good water pressure, the heat in the spa was already on waiting for our arrival! Everything was perfect We would definitely rent this home again, it was perfect for our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

17 November 2024

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

Great Property

We had a great week. The house is just as advertised. Great view and we had fun time canoeing.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica D.

13 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin

The house was just ok, it felt old and a bit dark inside. They definitely need new living room furniture. The pillows on the couch were pretty gross. The lake outside was more of a retention pond than a lake and definitely not suitable for swimming, so that was a bit of a bummer. The host is not personable at all! Definitely made the state uncomfortable.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody P.

24 October 2024

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

Peaceful Spot on the Lake

The home was exactly as described. The area down by the lake was beautiful and incredibly peaceful. The cabin is cute and well appointed. You do park across the road and up a hill. The hot tub cover is not necessarily easy to get off and on and there are a lot of steps to get down to it but that was listed in the description. You definitely should use a flashlight as not every section of the stairs is well lit at night. Also there are no lights around the hot tub and firepit areas so it’s a bit tricky in the dark. The neighborhood trails were nice and you are fifteen minutes from dining options. Cabin was clean and had most of the items you might need. I do wish you could see the tv from the couch in the main room as we wanted to watch a late night movie but we didn’t want to have to go outside and down to the lower level. Overall we had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

23 October 2024

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

Peaceful

Great getaway, property is beautiful and community quiet. Love the town of Ellijay and the lovey shops. Everyone is very friendly!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

20 October 2024

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

Wonderful Trip

We had a lovely trip to Elljay. The cabin was lovely & just as described. The extras (bath wash, face wipes/toilet tissue, kitchen spices, condiments, etc) thought of by the owners were an extra bonus. Their location is a short distance to the quaint town of Elljay. The owner was super responsive. We definitely enjoyed our get away and had a chance to unwind from the stressors of life.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

14 October 2024

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

Awesome getaway

Perfect location between Blue ridge and elijay

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

16 July 2024

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

Perfectly Pleasant Stay

One of the best cabins we have stayed in. Mike really took care of all our needs and was an incredible host. Hospitality at its finest with amazing views. We were here for a long weekend. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The boys used the canoe and paddle board on the amazing lake easy. The family room was a perfect place for the kids to play with their toys. The hot tub was so relaxing. Everything was stocked in every room. We have a crawler and she was able to crawl around safely. This place was spotless too, another comfort for this mom and her young children. 15-20 minutes to Ellijay or Blue Ridge both with amazing places to eat or find entertainment. Thank you Mike and family for sharing your little piece of heaven. Would highly recommend and hope to book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Darian C.

22 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Nice cabin but issues

First let me say the cabin is updated and clean. Very peaceful location. The issues are that the downstairs playroom is not accessible from inside the house. You have to walk around the outside deck. Also, the power goes out frequently. Even if there are not any storms. The owner said this is normal for mountain homes but not in my experience. We had at least three power outages everyday from 2 minutes to 3 hours. Not good when you have a 4 month old and 6 year old. The hot tub was in terrible condition when we arrived and were unable to use it the first day. Also the hot tub is down by the fire pit not under a deck so if there is bad weather you cannot use it. There was also a burner out on the grill.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

9 June 2024

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

Amazing property

Loved the log cabin- situated among the trees, making it feel like a tree house. Porch sitting area on all three levels was a plus. The hot tub on the lake was nice. We used the stand up paddle board and canoe daily all week. Secluded area and quiet, making our family usually the only one on the lake. Super clean and had everything we needed except food and beach towels. They had cabinets and light switches labeled- making everything easy to find. We considered this a gem! Our kids (12 & 8) love the outdoors- they wanted to stay on the lake all five days instead of rafting, kayaking, tubing, etc. The owner was quick to respond when messaged!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liana K.

9 June 2024

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

My husband and I stayed here with our two young kids and it was perfect. We enjoyed all of the outdoor amenities and the location. The cabin was fully stocked with everything we needed and was very clean.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 May 2024

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

Perfect

The area is beautiful! The cabin was exactly what we wanted. We would absolutely choose this property again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

14 March 2024

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

Spring Break Getaway from Florida

Exactly what we were looking for with 2 nature-loving kids on their spring break! Beautiful location on a lake, immaculate home and property, short drive to downtown Blue Ridge and plenty of outdoor activities and hiking nearby! We recommend Amicalola Falls for hiking and the Blue Ridge Train, especially if you have kids. The host was quick and helpful with his communication and extremely friendly and welcoming! Thank you again!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nassoma B., McDonough, GA

25 February 2024

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

Well- stocked/ Great location

Great location for winter break! Coming from Atlanta we placed a grocery pickup at the Walmart Ellijay which was an easy 20 min ride on to the house. The house is well stocked with necessities (toilet paper, paper towels, dishwashing liquid, laundry supplies, cooking needs, etc). Some listings only provide “starter packs” of items but the owner is quite generous and truly thought of everything. The interior is the perfect set up for a family of four and is quite cozy. We enjoyed the lake for fishing and it was a nice area for dogs . As clearly listed this house isn’t for those with mobility issues. You have to take exterior steps to the hot tub, fire pit, and 3rd level room (no bathrooms). Overall we were really pleased with the property, location, ease of communication, and amenities. I would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 January 2024

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

Beautiful Christmas !

Everything was fantastic ! We enjoyed a cold and very beautiful Christmas ! The Mountain View’s and charming towns were picture perfect !! A Christmas I’ll never forget !

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene B.

4 January 2024

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

Perfectly appointed lake house

Great New Years getaway. Cabin is very clean and well appointed with all basic and not so basic essentials. Beds are very comfortable and everything in the home worked properly.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 December 2023

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

Wonderful Christmas vacation

We had a fantastic time! The cabin was lovely and we really enjoyed Ellijay and Blue Ridge . Thank you so much for sharing the cabin with my family!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitch C.

15 December 2023

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

Beautiful Scenery

Wonderful property with amazing views

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike

Languages:

English, Spanish

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

Loft

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2 bathrooms

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