Location: Clayton, Northeast Mountains, Georgia, USA (Private & Secluded, Actually in NC-23 Miles from Clayton) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 4 Bedrooms + Bunk Area, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
We use VRBO often to plan our own vacations and truely understand what you have to go through when faced with making just the "right" decisions about where to stay. We keep that experience in mind when we offer our cabin for rent and make it a priority to be sure you get good value and have everything you need to enjoy your stay. We want your repeat business!
This one of a kind location in the heart of the Upper Tallulah Basin is within 2.5 hours of Atlanta, Greenville, Charlotte, and Chattanooga. The drive to this cabin is known as one of the most beautiful and scenic drives in North Georgia.
The property sits on 5 acres, adjoins a forest service wilderness area with hiking trails right outside your door and touches two trout streams. You have personal access to a renowned, year round trout stream, the Upper Tallulah River. This stream is stocked in the summer months twice a week and is open to FISHING YEAR ROUND!
This very special valley was once a busy corundum mining community and later a logging town. Although many of the original settlers have gone, historical traces can still be found.
This area is also home to a number of rare trees and plants such as the mountain camellia or stewartia and is the ultimate place to enjoy the fall colors. Take a hike to one of the many waterfalls in the area, raft the Chattooga, or just kick back on the porch swing with a good book.
Sounds of laughter and excitement coming from members of the your group while they're making new discoveries about the cabin as they "settle in", help you realize you've made the right choice about where to come to "get away".
Need a break? There is nothing more peaceful than sitting on the deck, soaking in the hot tub under the stars, relaxing in a rocking chair or on the porch swing just listening to sounds of the river and abundant wildlife.
Need a little more to do close by? You can take an exciting journey to one of the mini excursions we've outlined in a binder to help you acclimate to the cabin and surrounding area. These suggestions will help guide you to experience some really secluded waterfalls, swimmin' holes and 4x4 trails. Or, we've stocked a variety of puzzles, cards, board games and a small library where you'll find something for everyone.
This is the perfect place to really get back in touch with friends and family, spending quality time and growing memories that you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: high thread-count bed linens and plenty of pillows. The beds are made specifically for your arrival, 4 pillows per bed--we do not leave beds made up from a past visit! Revlon hairdryer in each bathroom
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking: plenty of parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: Outside on the back deck
- Wood Stove: There is also electric heat with private thermostats in each room
- Beds
- Queen Bed: 4 Queen sized beds/ 1 in each bedroom and 1 double bed in the bunk room----There is room for everyone to sleep in a bed
- Double Bed: The double bed is located in what we call the kid's room/ bunk room---this area is very special and connects to the game room and upstairs bedrooms. Kids go crazy over this area and absolutely LOVE it!!!!!!
- Child Bed: (1)located in the kid's room or bunk room
- Crib: Pack-n-Play(1) and high chair(1) available upon request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: family and sports package--If there is something you want to see on PPV, we are happy to make arrangements for you
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: over 100 titles with something for the whole family. Plus there is a dedicated TV with built in VHS located in the bunk room.
- Video Game Console: X-Box with two controllers and a dedicated TV located in a separate, special little nook of the house
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: you can connect your ipod to the stereo--you should bring your own charger!
- Private Hot Tub: emptied and cleaned after every visit.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Coffee Maker, Coffee Grinder, 2 Food Processors, Blender, Toaster Oven, Hand Mixer, Belgian Waffler, Crock Pot
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything you need to prepare and enjoy a Holiday Meal! If there is something special you need, let us know and we will do our best to see that it is there for you.
- Refrigerator: Full size
- Dishwasher: Kitchen Aid
- Microwave: Full size
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Screened in with porch swing and rocking chairs, Huge outdoor deck complete with plenty of seating and a beautiful rock fireplace
- Balcony: surrounded by National Forest Service/Wilderness Area
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Complete with your own section of river with easy access to the water and a fire pit surrounded by adirondak chairs----can you taste the s'mores?
- Mountain View: 2800 feet elevation above sea level
- Communications
- Telephone: No cell phone service. Local service only from the cabin phone. We have supplied a phone card you may use for long distance calls. You can recharge this card for a nominal amount with your credit card from the cabin should you need more minutes.
- Broadband Internet: DSL service. You can still connect with an older laptop! USB and Ethernet cords are already at the cabin.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): easy access!
- Other Amenities
- Gorgeous outdoor stacked rock fireplace with a huge deck with plenty of seating for everyone, a library (with really hard to put down books) assorted board games, giant checkers, tic-tac-toe and cards, huge screened deck with porch swing and rocking chairs, custom designed picnic table, fire pit by the river with easy river access. There is a working outhouse complete with night/reading light for those who are really adventurous!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: $15 per pet/per night 35lbs. and under--All other pets and larger dogs are subject to owner discretion
- Kid Friendly: Kids love the bunk room and the tunnel leading to the game room!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed: smoking outside only
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Frontage on year round trout stream which is nearly impossible to fish all of the holes in one visit, two mile hike to Appalachian Trail, three miles to top of Standing Indian Mountain, numerous easy waterfall viewing day hikes, 4x4 trails very close, Amethyst mine nearby, lots of nature and wilderness around. Lake Burton is less than 30 minutes away, rent a boat and spend the day on the lake! 2.5 hours to Cherokee, Nantahala & Ocoee River. Helen, GA for the total alpine village experience is only 1 hour away! Take a ride down Hwy 197 and experience local cusine, antiquing, Mark-Of-The Potter, Hickory Flats Pottery, Fly Fishing on the Soque. Hiwassee, Ga and the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds are 45 minutes away! Visit a Corn Maze 35-40 minute ride. "Goats on the Roof" in Tiger, Ga is an experience all its' own!(35-40 minute ride). There are 2 vineyards and 2 golf courses less than 40 minutes away. Just let us know your interests and we will be happy to make suggestions.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$200/night(2 night minimum) $1200/week
Federal Holidays $250/night (3 night minimum) $1400 to $1600/holiday week
$95 cleaning fee
$200 refundable damage deposit
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Clayton
Tate City and the Upper Tallulah River are beyond compare! This is the place locals bring their guests when they come to visit! The cool, clear river, Mountain Laurel and Rhododendron lining its edges, gravel road, USFS Campgrounds, abundant hiking trails, waterfalls and willdlife make this cabin such an exciting destination. We love it here. We have traveled the world through our jobs and having spent time in places many only dream of (although they had their good points) there is still no place on earth like our Tate City and The Tallulah River!
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
No neighbors in sight! Seculsion and Privacy. No paved roads or sounds of busy traffic off in the distance---peace. No light polution so the stars shine vibrantly. No cell phone service or interruptions while you are relaxing and getting reaquainted with friends and family---however, there is high speed wireless internet. Four plus bedrooms that allow everyone to have your own space, shut the door and take a nap! Your well-behaved pets are welcome to share the experience with you. Don't forget the HOT TUB! We will be glad to point you in the right direction to find activities that suit your group's interests, needs and level of ability. We also live close enough to be of service should you need anything and care about helping you make your visit the very best. We keep a guest book in the cabin and have taken the time to enter all of the comments for you to see. These comments are from guests who have visited recently and are great motivators for us to stay excited about providing the quality we feel our guests deserve!
Don't forget your camera! This amazing gravel road runs along the river for 8 miles. 3 primitive campgrounds, fishing year round, numerous hiking trails and waterfalls make this THE mountain getaway
Festivals, Fairs, Conventions, Concerts, Shows....people come from all over to these Fairgrounds located on beautiful Lake Chatuge.
Take this senic road to some of the best in Mountain Pottery, Stained Glass, Crafts and Antiques. Fly Fish the Soque River and have lunch at the Batesville General Store!
There are enough antique shops to keep you busy all day!
This is the place for high end shopping and upscale restaurants! Drive under a huge waterfall along the roadside on the way up!
Golf again! There is also a spa here so you can drop off those who want to be pampered while you play a round.
This adorable little lake store has whatever you need in a pinch---eggs, milk, bread, gas, beer, etc.... They have a deli where they offer home made take out.
One of the last Drive-Ins still in operation! New movies, small playground and snack bar.
Visit this vineyard by appointment or go to their store front in down town Clayton.
Visit most anytime. They have a tasting room and be sure to check for upcoming events.
A great little mountain town! Stroll Main Street and visit some interesting shops and restaurants.
Owner's Map of Clayton
There is no where else we would rather be than right here in this valley. Living out in an area like this really allows you to hear more clearly what is in your heart. Because of the way we feel about this area, we are happy to offer the use of our cabin for rent. Escaping the hustle and bustle of busy city life, relaxing, lowering stress levels and recharging is the kind "stuff" that draws people to this area. You don't just happen upon a special place like this, you seek it out and when you finally find it, you just know it, and it's hard to leave. For many people, this becomes an annual family/group event that everyone looks forward to. Clean air and rivers to play in set the stage for some of the greatest and most precious childhood/family memories. You can see this evidenced in the eyes of people you find along our road having just come from a good hike, on the faces of kids all ages proudly displaying a stringer full of fish, and in the smiles of families who just stopped off to teach their children how to hunt "craw-dads" and salamanders or skip rocks in the river. You know...............the things that are really important in life!
Property Photos
- Turn around and step into the river! - North Georgia Cabin
- Great room from the wood stove corner - North Georgia Cabin
- Easy hike from the front door! - North Georgia Cabin
- A trout rises on the Tallullah River
- another secret waterfall, also an easy hike from your front door
- Breathtaking Beauty and Fabulous Fall Colors!
- Rock fireplace out on the deck, perfect for roasting marshmallows!
- Pre-heated and waiting for you, what temperature do you prefer?
- Your Section of The Tallulah River
- Your personal fire pit
- Bedroom #1
- Bathroom #1
- Huge screened in porch
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We had a wonderful stay! This cabin is an amazing getaway for anyone who loves the outdoors. Our favorite trails were the Girl Scout swimming hole trail & the Falls trail. National Park worthy but without the crowds! But most of all we enjoyed the sounds of the river, the relative isolation with no other house in sight, and just getting away from it all! Thanks again
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The Cabin was amazing! Carly and I just got engagged and this was the perfect place to spend a nice quiet weekend together. We went to sliding rock and went down in all our clothes. It felt like we fell in love all over again. This is just what we needed to grow closer before we both deploy. We had an amazing weekend and thank you for the wonderful cabin. Kevin & Carly
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Thank you so much for providing such a welcoming vacation home. Three college girlfriends and their families had a lovely weekend.
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Wonderful place to unwind, spend time with family and enjoy peace and quiet. You supplied everything needed to have fun. Thank you!
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Your cabin is special beyond words. Every touch was perfect and clearly you wanted to think of everything for your guest's comfort. Even the towels were soft and the beds so comfortable!! Thankyou so much for everything. We have all agreed we will be back next year. It was perfect but way too short!!
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Many prayers were answered-all in one trip-only God can do that! Thank you for embracing us in your world on this mountain. From drift fences & secret waterfalls, to breakfast and laughter, talks in the rain, and birthday presents and cake.......amazing! Thanks for seeing us off to Standing Indian--what an experience!(we could barely wald down the road!) We'll talk soon! Sharon, Marc, Jacob, and Jeremiah
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We had so much fun here "exploring". The Falls are a wonder all its own. Slidding Rock was the boys favorite place. We love the cabin and being so far out in the wilderness was fun too. We are already planning a trip back. I wish we could have stayed longer but......School starts soon. Take care and I will be in touch soon! Thanks again! Maddie, Pat, Dylan, Colby & Phyllis
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Thank you for the lovely stay up here in the mountains. Your hospitality was beyond compare. From the easy nature to tough mountain climbs, we thoroughly explored and jnjoyed the unique wildlife and natural beauty of this landscape. It is a rare opportunity for children to truly enjoy & understand nature but thankfully our little boys will grow up appreciating the world. We hope you continue in good health and lots of happiness. Sincerely, The Logue & Bryant Families
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We really enjoyed the cabin and our stay here. It was very peaceful & relaxing. I really enjoyed the mornings on the front porch with my coffee, listening to the creek was peaceful & calming. Thanks again for everything. I loved the temperatures & have to go back to heat & humidity.
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Thank you guys for the extra special touches around the cabin. It has been a great "get-a-way" from a world of being too in touch! The temp back in Jacksonville was 98 today, we heard and yet it felt like heaven here. Thanks again for making us all feel so welcomed. Wendy & Sam