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Private - Creekside - Cabin + Hot Tub/Pool Table & Pet Friendly

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rich Mountain Wilderness
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cartecay Vineyards
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Cartecay River and Rich Mountain Wilderness. .This family-friendly cabin is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Amicalola Falls State Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest.

What's nearby

  • Cartecay River - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Rich Mountain Wilderness - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cartecay Vineyards - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 16 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 18 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falls - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cross Roads Grocery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪East Side Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Na Na Land Where Dreams Come True - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hudson Apple House - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private - Creekside - Cabin + Hot Tub/Pool Table & Pet Friendly

This 3,015-square-foot Veteran-owned pet friendly home offers friends and family a beautifully appointed interior, featuring a terrace-level game room with arcade games and pool table, 3 furnished decks with creekside views, a private hot tub, and a fire pit!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Loft: Twin/Full bunk Bed w/Full trundle & Separate Twin, & pullout sofa in game room.

‘Big Creek Retreat’ will be your home-to get-away-from-home. Spend your days relaxing on the banks of Big Creek and your evenings lounging on one of 3 furnished decks. Together with your family, listen to the sounds of the creek and take in the serenity of the surrounding forest.

Begin each day sipping your morning coffee or tea on one of the private decks or in the living room as the space slowly fills with the morning sunlight. The inviting living room boasts vaulted ceilings, a flat-screen cable TV, and a stone electric fireplace that’s perfect for those chilly mountain evenings!

After exploring the hiking trail or wading in the creek, prepare lunch for the group in the fully equipped kitchen, fitted with a 4-burner gas stove, spacious countertops, cooking utensils, an island with seating for 4, and a dining table with seating for 6. Following lunch, you can visit a local vineyard or apple orchard or stay in for a game of pool or arcade games in the game room.

Prepare your favorite dinner on the gas grill while sipping on your favorite cocktail. There is plenty of seating to accommodate your entire group. There is no better way to finish off a peaceful day than roasting s’mores around the fire pit or soaking in the private hot tub. Be sure to gaze up at the star-filled sky!

When those eyes get heavy, sleep well in one of the 3 comfortably furnished bedrooms and loft.

Key Features:

- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with ample counter space, direct creek access, gas grill, jetted tub, game room with pool table, arcade games, bar, and a theatre-type area, private hot tub, furnished fire pit, 3 decks, concrete driveway with private 3-car parking, 5 flat-screen cable TVs, electric & gas fireplace, and free WiFi.

- Paved and well maintained gravel roads (only .4 miles) all the way to the concrete drive way!

- The loft has a flat-screen TV, a Hunt-N cabin, and toys with plenty of room for the kids to sleep and play.

- Fantastic north GA mountain location:
o 15 min to historic downtown Ellijay
o 30 min to historic Blue Ridge
o 14 min to Cartecay Vineyards
o 11 min to R&A Orchard
o And oh so close to a wide variety of delicious restaurants and breweries

- Nearest major airport: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport which is 89.6 miles, the Chattanooga Airport is 75.8 miles.

- Fireplace season is from October 1st to April 1st. Firewood not provided, though there are 3 different firewood stands on the way to the property.
- Cabin is pet friendly but there is a pet fee. Please make sure you have added that to your reservation. Pets are NOT allowed on any furniture or beds and must be treated for fleas.
- Please note: there is no place to park a trailer and extra-large vehicles will be difficult to park and maneuver. Please do not try to park in the lower driveway.
- Owner is not responsible for acts of nature that cause electrical outages. Absolutely NO refunds or discounts due to weather, natural disasters, or any other situations beyond our control.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,015 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: The Pet Fee is $115 for a max of 2 pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack-n-play, gates, & high chairs in property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Private - Creekside - Cabin + Hot Tub/Pool Table & Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay. Owner was very responsive when electricity went out and issue was resolved as quickly as humanly possible. Cabin is gorgeous and loved relaxing by the creek. Thank you for sharing !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A 10-star cabin experience! Beautiful, pet friendly cabin on the water with a great host. A well stocked kitchen with quality cookware. Nice furniture throughout. All the amenities - just being food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth. Our dream home!Checking in was seamless. The house was beautiful and exceeded our expectations . Had a fully functional kitchen with gas burners. We left most of the windows open to hear the creek just outside the house. We relaxed in the evenings grilling, playing on the pool table downstairs in the game room then stepped outside and enjoyed the fire around the fire pit sitting next to the flowing creek just steps down. Our two small pups loved the creek hikes!!Also enjoyed our hike to Long Creek Falls - worth the drive and hike!Thanks to our host Steven for making our stay the absolute best - memories we’ll have forever
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Collin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great cabin. Plenty of sleeping accommodations. There were options for entertainment with a pool table, video games, board games, corn hole, hot tub. Outdoor fire pit was great for the colder weather. Kitchen was good and was fully stocked with the essentials. Cooking pans should be replaced as a number of them had the nonstick coating that was very pitted and scratched off.Plenty of seating areas to watch TV or movies. Couches are need of a replacement as the cushions were pretty worn and some torn in a few places. Owner was great with communications and easily to get in touch with for any questions or concerns.Definitely recommend the private cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kadi J.

The view is awesome from the huge windows in the great room! The creek is so relaxing and beautiful.I was told the house would be decorated for Christmas as this was a Christmas trip for my family and they didn't have anything decorated, not even a Christmas tree.The master bedroom is wonderful and cozy. The fireplace and view is so relaxing. My brother fell down the stairs outside because the grips stop about 8-10 steps from the bottom and it was raining.Parking is tight if you have 3 vehicles. The game room is lots of fun. The loft area was great for the littles.Pots and pans could use some upgrading, but we did find one to use that was in decent condition. They provide some spices and seasonings which is nice.The couches could use some TLC and the gutters need to be cleaned out. I loved that they provided dog bowls for food & water. They also provide baby gates for the stairs and a high chair for littles. That was nice.Overall we had a great trip! Thank you for sharing your cabin with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location of the cabin was stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humberto G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes it was a great experience overall
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very responsive and ensured our stay was great. Location is amazing. Cabin had everything you would need and was in good condition.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry O., North Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness
Privacy was excellent which is what we were looking for. Seating and bed were comfortable. TVs and cooking supplies were adequate. Driveway was no joke, so be careful, and would not recommend bringing a full size truck or SUV. Host was very responsive. Couple small issues handled quickly with no problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steven was very forth coming and helpful with the whole process. Greta place to stag!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was one of the nicest places I’ve ever stayed. The creek was an awesome backyard view, and the sound of flowing water was great when relaxing after a long day. The host, Steven was prompt and very communicative. Check-in / check-out was made easy with the digital lock, and there were plenty of amenities that kept my family and toddler busy. We had so much fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rosa G., Vero Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Forest Views

As mentioned by others, communication with host was excellent! Cabin was spacious and comfortable. The views of the forest and creek from the ginormous living room window are beautiful! The game room has many card games and puzzles, as well as the arcade games shown in the listing photos. The backyard area could use a little extra attention to really make that space feel more inviting and the outdoor furniture could be cleaner, but we understand it's in the middle of the forest so not sure how realistic that is. We had a good time regardless! The water in the creek was clear and shallow so the kids were able to explore and search for salamanders and crawfish every day. The sound of the running water in the creek was the best part for me. I loved sitting by the water just enjoying the sound. Worth noting- there are stairs everywhere! You WILL leave this cabin with your calves being in PEAK condition! Also worth noting-the driveway is a little tricky if you're in a bigger car, and it is a STEEP incline getting in and out of the driveway.
Stairs leading to front door from the driveway.
Backyard
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay. Great location, clean, well stocked, plenty of room for a large family. Everyone loved the creek.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend retreat

This property is beautiful. Great spaces for a group to gather with a large kitchen and living room as well as the game and movie room downstairs. Plenty of beds with clean sheets. Two queen beds, a king, in addition to the bunk beds, trundle, and full bed in the loft. There was everything we ne needed to cook, plenty of pots and utensils, a gas grill and extra propane, and small appliances like a blender and hand mixer. The driveway was very steep but not unsafe. We didn't have any trouble getting to the parking area or back out. Everything was very clean, no dust or cobwebs, just a dirty pot a previous guest hid in the back of a cabinet. Totally a guest issue, not host neglect. There were some nice touches from the host like chocolates and coffee when we checked in. ked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dom R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Trip

Stayed 4 nights, secluded house with great views.. enjoyed the game room downstairs..had an issue upon check in but Steve responded immediately.. Very slow internet speed but it was expected.. 20-30 min from Ellijay and Blue Ridge..
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprise

The house itself was clean, well stocked and had room for all of us. The access to the house was quite a shock and would be inaccessible to any older person or someone with bad knees
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A true cabin retreat

The whole family loved all the aspects of this creek side cabjn retreat. So much space for all the family and room to spare. Loved all the fun activities offered such as the pool table, games, fire pit and hot tub. The paved driveway was a plus. Distanced so you feel remote but still close to Ellijay with great restaurants, shopping, hiking and entertainment. Very helpful and communicative owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just returned from a week's stay

My wife and I (and the pup) just returned from a week's stay at the cabin. The owner was very responsive during the entire booking process and stay. The house is clean and very quiet. We loved the game room. The town of Ellijay is only a 20 minute drive away. And there are many hiking trails if you're willing to drive a little further. Oh, we visited all of the local wineries as well. I'd highly recommend this property for a getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

We enjoyed the property and all of the amenities. The sound of the creek was very relaxing and our kids enjoyed the pool table, arcade games, and movie area. We enjoyed the short drive to downtown Ellijay and Blue Ridge. Lots of wildlife in the area, which was fun to see.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellik H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful stay! Highly recommended !!

This property is better than advertised!! So many things to do, while being tucked away among the trees with a beautiful creek in the back yard. A great place to escape the rat race yet close enough to great shopping and restaurants!! The whole family loved the game room, hot tub, fire pit and everything else to do on the property... so much to enjoy!! The owner was very responsive and ensured we had everything we needed. The house was well stocked, incredibly comfy and so relaxing. We highly recommend this property and we hope to come back soon!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lack of Resources

Mother Nature struck during our stay. A nasty thunderstorm rolled through and knocked out the power which turned off the water. We searched the house for candles, flashlights, batteries etc. and none to be found. We were not offered a solution from the owner for the lack of electricity and water. Needless to say we had to cut our trip short. We asked for a refund for The final night which we were not able to stay at the house. And were told that the owner is not responsible for inclement weather and would take our request for a refund into consideration. since then we have had no further communication. We also chose the property due to the outdoor amenities. We were looking forward to spending time outside and by the water. We had to physically clean the deck and furniture to be able to utilize the outdoor space because it was so dirty. We are long time VRBO users and this was first time we’ve been disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C., Rockmart, 🇺🇸

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Spring Break getaway!

The creek is amazing, we enjoyed fire pit, hot tub, game room, and sitting in living room staring out the big window perfect location for our guys to hit mountain bike trails and we enjoyed strolling downtown Ellijay with the kiddos! Would love to come back when it’s a bit warmer to really enjoy the creek!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to reconnect and recharge

The cabin was everything we hoped for. Each day was started with the sound of the rushing creek before we took our dog walking along the trails nearby. We loved the pool table and likely spent more time there than anywhere else in the house. The fire pit and hot tub were also a huge draw for us in the evenings. The cabin is perfectly located between downtown Ellijay and Blue Ridge which both have great dining and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024