Nestled on the hillside of a historic property where the Porter Springs Hotel once stood, this property calls out to a new generation of travelers!
Welcome to The Porter Retreat! This newly built custom home was designed specifically for guests to enjoy the mountains of Dahlonega. Nestled on the hillside of a historic property where the Porter Springs Hotel once stood, this property calls out to a new generation of travelers. Centrally located for a perfect wine country experience.
This luxe cottage is the perfect fit for a couples getaway, or a small group seeking solitude in the mountains, yet still being in the heart of `wine country` and all the mountain activities that Dahlonega has to offer. With attention to detail and the ideal indoor-outdoor living design, this home was crafted to provide the ingredients for a unique Dahlonega vacation. The vaulted ceilings in the living room, rock fireplace, natural light, and chef`s kitchen with a gas range make for a perfect weekend. Step outside to enjoy the hot tub, custom fire pit, and covered porch with a tv, coming together to give you the ideal space to enjoy the great outdoors. This is the only home on a 35-acre estate, giving you plenty of room to stretch your legs and breathe in some mountain air.
The primary bedroom features a King bed and an ensuite bathroom, and the secondary bedroom provides a Queen bed with a bathroom nearby.
Same-day bookers: Do not book for the current night without confirming the unit is available and ready for check-in.
Long stays: If your stay is longer than 10 days, extra fees may apply. Please inquire before booking.
Nearby Attractions:
R-Ranch In the Mountains: 5 minutes, 1.7 miles
Mountain Laurel Creek Inn & Spa: 5 minutes, 2.1 miles
Wolf Mountain Vineyards: 8 minutes, 4.3 miles
Frogtown Cellars: 9 minutes, 6.0 miles
White Oaks Vineyard: 9 minutes, 4.9 miles
Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery: 11 minutes, 6.4 miles
Preacher`s Rock: 14 minutes, 7 miles
Downtown Dahlonega: 15 minutes, 8.5 miles
Important things to know:
• Dogs are allowed with our pet fee of $85 plus tax per pet. If you`ve added pets to your reservation, one pet fee will be included and we will manually charge for additional pets after booking. If your dog weighs more than 20lbs, please contact us before booking.
• There is a $27 damage protection waiver included in the base rate for this property. It covers guests for up to $500 in accidental damages if a guest reports damage that happens during their stay. Intentional damage, unreported damage, or anything exceeding $500 will be charged to the guest`s payment method.
• We have firewood available on-site to purchase for $10 per bundle (including tax). We can also arrange a delivery of 50 pieces for $60 (including tax) if you let us know 7 days before your stay. Please message us if you are interested.
• We offer travelers insurance if you`re worried you may have to cancel your trip for any reason. More info can be found at the end of the listing description.
• Our cabin has a Ninja coffee pot that can be used as a pot or with K-cups.
• We provide ground coffee, coffee pods, 1 roll of paper towels, bar soap, hand soap, toilet paper, and plenty of towels and linens.
• We provide propane for the grill.
• There is not a washer and dryer available on the property.
• Check-in is at 4 p.m. and checkout is at 10 a.m. Early check-ins are possible, but subject to availability and a $20 per hour fee, rounded to the nearest hour. Late checkouts are generally not available, but if we can make an exception, the fee is $20 per hour.
• The address will be sent to you at the time of your booking, and your check-in information will be sent to you two days before your stay.
• This listing uses a dynamic pricing algorithm; prices are updated daily.
Additionally, although we have a strict cancellation policy, we offer travelers insurance through Generali Global Assistance if you`re worried you may have to cancel your trip for any reason.
Guest Protect Travel Insurance (G-330CSA)
- Insurance Premium: 6.95% of total price
STR License #: 5136
No music, loud noise, or sound-amplifying equipment outside between the hours of 10:00pm and 8:00am.
No pets without a pet fee, and the only pets that are acceptable are dogs. If it is found that guests brought a pet/pets without disclosing them, the guest will be subject to a $150 fee on top of the pet fees for the number of pets brought. Maximum dog weight limit is 25 lbs.
Guests causing excessive noise or disturbances, including, but not limited to, underage drinking, partying, drug use, and exceeding max occupancy, will be asked to check out immediately and full stay rent charge will be due including deposit amount with NO REFUNDS.
Guests who leave the place excessively dirty will be subject to additional cleaning fee. Examples of excessively dirty are stains on the floors and walls, pots and pans left unwashed in the sink, and trash left on the floor and outside.
Any guest that checks in early without written permission may result in a $50 per hour fee.
Any checkout after 10:00 am without written permission may result in a $50 fee.