Entry Level View From Driveway to "Rustic Elegance" and Water Garden
Location: Big Canoe, Northwest High Country, Georgia, USA (80 Miles from Atlanta Airport - in North Georgia Mountains.)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Best VIEW from "Rustic Elegance" in Big Canoe! Our lodge-like mountain home is perched near the top of the highest mountain in the resort, an 8000 acre gated golf and tennis community located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of N. Georgia - an easy drive from the Atlanta airport in less than two hours. Smoke Free and Pet Free Home.
Your stay here will truly be a "Mountain-top Experience". On a clear night enjoy the twinkling stars of the "Milky Way" above and the twinkling lights of the Atlanta skyline on the distant horizon below. Truly SPECTACULAR! Our Four large spacious decks will allow you to share the view with friends and family.
Pull up the rocking chair in front of the crackling fire in the stacked-stone fireplace in the Great-Room with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee and contemplate the 24 foot exposed beam cathedral ceilings - or gaze out of the glass doors onto the deck to watch the deer and turkey wander across the mountainside at sunrise or sunset. Welcome to the mountains!
OR - in the warm months, curl up in the double rocker on one of the lower decks "undercover"
with ceiling fans to keep air moving - - Enjoy a good book and watch the forest animals wander
by for a visit - - We back up to Green Space, so you'll see Deer, Turkeys, a bear now and then, and many species of birds.
This is a place you will come back to again and again. Relax - Enjoy - Savor every moment. THIS is what a "real" vacation should be like! Big Canoe is a very special place on earth. It will provide you with many wonderful memories to cherish always.
ENTRY LEVEL has wrap-around Deck to front door. Small Furnished Screened Porch with bistro table and chairs for a great place to enjoy morning coffee - overlooking a Water Garden. Entry-Foyer, Great Room, Loft Office open to Great Room below. It has DSL access for your Laptop, and Wi-Fi available also. Computer/Printer/CopierScanner/Fax all available for your use. Dining Area, Glassed in Porch Sitting Room (which can also be converted into a fourth bedroom - with a queen size pull-out sofa bed. Also, the Master Bedroom and Bath are located on the main level, and there is an additional Large Deck Upper Level(24 feet by 16 feet) with table and chairs for "Dining Out" while enjoying the natural view below and the skyline of Atlanta in the distance. (Beautiful at sunset and anytime on a clear day. NOTE: Especially spectacular in the winter when you have a 180 degree view. (Sometimes you can even watch the fireworks at Stone Mountain from the top deck.) Two decks below connect - all total about 15 feet wide and 40 feet in length - - half with "drydeck" and half under the stars. (All have a grill, table and chairs, and small refrigerator on lower deck)
Full kitchen with seated Bar and Serving Counter. Make yourself at home with this fully equipped kitchen - everything you need to function is provided for you - even including spices! All the
appliances are NEW stainless, and Fridge has a GREAT Icemaker. Microwave and Convection Oven with Ceramic Cooktop. Rustic decor in kitchen. Full pantry between kitchen and laundry room.
LOWER LEVEL has two additional bedrooms with a shared bath and sliding glass door from each onto the two large decks as decribed above.
No Smoking and No Pets, Please.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Heating and AC - Total Electric
- Washer: Located in large laundry room with utility sink and work area.
- Dryer: Laundry room also contains "Hideaway Ironing Board" that lets down from a cabinet with electric outlet below. Convenient access for a quick touch-up.
- Linens Provided: Although there are plenty of towels and linens available, if more are needed, washer and dryer handle the problem quickly.
- Garage: Can hold two standard size vehicles OR 1 large (truck or SUV) Other parking available in driveway adjacent.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking: Room for 2 - 3 additional cars in driveway area plus one or two medium vehicles in carport.
- Wood Fireplace: Stacked Stone Fireplace with glass door. Contains electric blower for emergency heat. Firewood provided - plus extra firewood in firebox right outside.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : Master on Main / One of lower bedrooms / See Sofa Bed below
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One of lower bedrooms
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen "Simmons" Pullout sofa-bed on Sun-Porch / Also have inflatible Queen bed for use in Loft for extra - (Electric Pump provided)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV with hundreds of channels - Sports Pkg & Fox News
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: A number of movies and children's stories and cartoons, - all family friendly.
- Video Game Console: Not a video game - - BUT - - we do have a "Game Table" - seats four - perfect for Texas Hold-em - (We also provide the cards and chips.) Many family games & puzzles available.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: MANY! All genres available.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: NEW - All stainless steel: Microwave, Convection Oven, Toaster Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, H20 Filter, Coffee Pot, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Icemaker in refrigerator is a really good one! PLUS - we always try to leave a large zip lock full of ice as a backup. There's nothing worse than going to get ice for a drink and discovering you are out of ice. That won't happen at "Rustic Elegance".
- Dishwasher: New GE Diswasher with all the bells and whistles
- Microwave: Located above oven. Has all features as well as vent and over oven lighting.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Located on upper deck in close proximity to kitchen
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Located on lower decks near glass table & chairs for dining.
- Deck/Patio (4) : Four Large Decks: 1. Entry area and near kitchen; 2. Back Deck off of Great Room with 3 sets of sliding glass doors that open onto the deck; 3 & 4. Two Decks (connected) - Lower Level, accessible from terrace level bedrooms. Half is "under-decked" to allow use in inclement weather. This has rocking chairs and a charcoal grill near a glass top table with four chairs - for outside dining. Also equipped with a small refrigerator on the covered deck.
- Balcony
- Gazebo: Pergola on open deck, lower level. Can seat 6 to 12 people
- View/Location
- Mountain View: View South to skyline of Atlanta from near top of Sanderlin Mtn. - Magical!! (esp. in Winter - 180 degree view)
- Communications
- Telephone (6) : Six units located throughout house: Kitchen, Great Room, Master Bath, Loft and in both bathrooms.
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Stacked Stone Fireplace with firewood, Central heating and Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, Phones, and CD Player with Surround Sound, Full Kitchen including Microwave, Toaster Oven, Refrigerator with Icemaker, Coffee Maker, Dishes/Pots & Pans/Cooking Utensils provided, Vintage Antiques provide a cozy comfortable decor, Unusual and fun decorative items throughout the house, No Smoking / No Pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Wolfscratch Village Area, Chapel for Sunday services, Fitness Center (indoor swimming pool, exercise equipment, aerobics, etc, ), Swim Club (Swim Lake with Sandy Beach, outdoor pool, waterfall rockslide, canoes and paddle boats), Gift Shop, Post Office, Facilities for weddings (large or small), family reunions or meetings, (Commercial kitchen for catering) 27 Holes of Championship Golf, 10 tennis courts (indoor and outdoor), 3 lakes for fishing and boating (no gas motors), Miles of Hiking, and Jeep Trails, Rafting and Kayaking nearby. Appalachian Trail 30 minutes. Many trout streams in area inviting fly fishing. Owners are avid fishermen and will gladly provide more information about this upon request. Owner Carter Morris, a well-known professional fly-fishing guide, operates a private guide service w/ his son Hunter "Captain Captain Guide Service" - They have been featured in many articles and publications. Visit: www.flyfishingnorthgeorgia.com. Wonderful Restaurants nearby, (Ou
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
LOW SEASON (Nov 01-Mar 31) .. $1170/week .. $195/night (3 night Min)
HIGH SEASON (Apr 01-Oct 31) .. $1470/week .. $245/night (3 night Min)
MAJOR HOLIDAYS - High Season Rates Apply. WINTER MONTHLY RENTAL AVAILABLE.
Cleaning Charge: $100
$250 Reservation Deposit to hold dates. Balance due 14 Days prior to arrival.
Damage Waiver $250, Evidence of smoking or pets Forfeits Deposit
All rates & conditions subject to change without notice.
We have multiple homes for rent close to one another for larger groups, just ask!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2003
We are Carter and Angie Morris from Evans, Georgia (the Augusta area). Although that is Carter's hometown, Angie grew up in Athens. (Go Bulldogs). We met on a blind date in Washington, DC when Carter was a young Naval Officer there and serving as a White House Military Social Aide during his active duty years. Angie went to DC to pursue a positon as a Professional Cartographer (map-maker). They moved back south and married in the early 70s, then Carter became a high school football coach and teacher at Evans High School. They opened a travel agency (Morris Travel) which they operated for years. During that time they also founded a state-accredited school to train travel industry personnel. From 1988 - 1995, they also owned and operated a 300 psgr paddlewheel riverboat - The Princess Augusta. They have two grown sons, Hunter and Taylor who both live in Athens, Georgia. While Carter and Angie still maintain their Augusta home, they love to fly-fish and to enjoy the "Rustic Elegance" of their mountain-top home in Big Canoe.
Why the Owner Chose Big Canoe
Because fly-fishing is our passion, we learned quickly of the close proximity of countless North Georgia Rivers and Streams, abundant with trout. We originally came to Big Canoe to visit Angie's sister and brother-in-law (and to fish) - but we immediately fell in love with the beauty and enchantment of the area, Big Canoe in particular. The air is clean and cool in the summer and the winters are magical. There is just enough snow and cold to justify a nice warming fire and to enjoy the pristeen beauty, but the roads are cleared and maintained before you can turn around - - perfect combination. And, it's gone before you grow tired of it. The views are spectacular, the pace is "perfect" - fast or slow, your choice. But most of all, the people are amazing! This is how life was intended to be lived. Peaceful and serene, or activities galore - - take you pick. Close to Atlanta - but far enough away (75 miles) to "get away from it all". We enjoy the view - the feeling of security and the lifestyle,
but most of all - the wonderful people of Big Canoe!
The Unique Benefits of this House
It is quite unique to be able to view the twinkling lights of the Atlanta skyline on the distant horizon, yet also be able to view the twinkling stars of the Milky Way above at the same time.
Our vast array of "Decks" will allow you to enjoy being outdoors to view the wildlife and nature at its best, yet all the modern conveniences of "home" are only steps away. Truly - the best of both worlds. Add to that the background music of the sound system - - you'll think you're on a movie set. Peacful tranquility - - a great place to renew your soul and rekindle your relationships.
Property Photos
- Entry Level View From Driveway to "Rustic Elegance" and Water Garden - Big Canoe Rental
- Entrance/Foyer Looking Through Antique Leaded Glass Front Doors - Big Canoe Rental
- New Kitchen with Seated Bar/Serving Counter & Dining Area - Big Canoe Rental
- Great Room Showing Fireplace with Glass Doors Onto Large Back Deck
- Upstairs Loft Office area with full computer, fax and printer for guest use
- Office Desk in Loft Area, check w/ work whileyou sneak away to Rustic Elegance
- Master Queen Bedroom on Main Level with Master Bath and Window Seat
- "Gone Fishing" Twin Bedroom on Terrace Level with shared bath
- "Elephant Walk" Queen Bedroom on Terrace Level with shared bath
- Sun Porch with Simmons Sleeper Sofa that opens up to full top deck and view
- Fall view from top deck with southern views of Atlanta and Stone Mountain
- Fall view from covered bottom deck for sitting, reading & breathing clean air
- Right view of the bottom deck area and pegoda with cushioned seating
- Deck sitting area for friends and relatives, sitting in the woods with style
- Friends around the deck areas can be found anytime at Rustic Elegance
- One of a kind southern view sunset from the back porches of Rustic Elegance
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WELCOME to our Mountain-top home. We sincerely hope you enjoyed your stay as much as we enjoy it each time we visit. We welcome your comments, suggestions, recommendations or other reflections on your stay with us. If you had any problems, we hope you will tell us. If you enjoyed it, we hope we will tell your friends. Most of all, we hope you will visit us again in the future. Please let us hear from you. Thanks. Carter and Angie Morris, Owners.