Location: Dillard, Northeast Mountains, Georgia, USA (4 miles off US Hwy 441 near Highlands, NC and Clayton, GA.)
Accommodations: Appalachian Log Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 1.5+ Baths (Sleeps 6)
Nestled in the Blue Ridge chain of the Appalachian mountains in the shadow of Pickens Nose Mountain, North Georgia mountain cabins are just 5 miles from Dillard, Georgia; a very unique log cabin vacation rental hideaway. The lure of these early 1800's Appalachian style log rental cabins in this setting is irresistible. Let your mind slip back in time. As you approach our cabins, you'll admire the hand-hewed craftsmanship that was used by the early Appalachian settlers and is still being duplicated today.
Massive hemlock logs with their dovetail notched corners and chinking, exposed ceiling beams held in place by wooden pegs, a sleeping loft, pine floors and tin roofs form these primitive style homesteads. The charm of the 1700's and 1800's, but with all of the conveniences of today.
The road ends at our secluded hideaway, meaning- there is no through traffic. Our property joins Betty's Creek (one of the most pristine, beautiful creeks in the area) and extends up Brushy Ridge Mountain where we join the 24,500 acre Southern Nantahala Wilderness and Standing Indian Wildlife & Bear Reserve.
A marked trail leads from our cabins west to join the scenic Appalachian Trail at Betty's Creek Gap (about 1 1/2 hour hike). There is an abundance of wild flowers in this Appalachian Rainforest from early spring until November; flowering trees, flame azaleas, mountain laurel, rhododendron, the many varieties of ferns, the clear tumbling streams; all add delight to your visit in all seasons. If you plan on day hiking, don't forget a raincoat or parka.
Wild turkeys come to the creek daily to drink. Other wildlife using our property and the adjoining wilderness include: bear, white-tailed deer, raccoon, skunk, fox, squirrels, eagles, grouse and an array of songbirds.
When you come to Turnstone Log Cabin, be prepared to relax, rock in our high-backed porch rockers, smell the clean mountain air, sit on huge rocks or your deck beside the creek and let your cares drift away. Maybe you'll spot a wild turkey. Perhaps you'd enjoy fly-fishing for rainbow trout at a nearby trout pond; it's just down the creek and you don't even need a license. (You gotta try grilled rainbow trout; a real mountain treat.) or spend the afternoon walking the marked and maintained mountain trails through the wilderness area or along the creek. NO Pollution, NO Crowds, or Schedules to keep.
Be sure to bring a sweater or light jacket even in the summer, since the evening temperature often drops below 55 degrees. The valley and creek are bathed with a very cool evening breeze coming down from the 5000 foot high surrounding mountain peaks.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Cabin is airconditioned and has ceiling fans in all rooms
- Linens Provided: All lines, bed sheets & pillow cases, bath and kitchen towels and bath mat provided.
- Off Street Parking: Private parking space at each cabin for a maximum of 2 cars only.
- Wood Fireplace: Stone fireplace, with a complimentary supply of wood furnished.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen bed in private bed room
- Double Bed: 2 dougle beds in open loft area
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): TV is for DVD and VCR ONLY
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Assorted VCR movies and DVD movies in each cabin. Additional movie rental only 5 minutes from cabins.
- CD Player
- Music Library: Assorted CD's in each cabin
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full size kitchen with refrigerator, electric range, coffee maker, paper towels and garbage bags.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Complete cookware, pots/pans and cutlery
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Charcoal BBQ Grill on back porch overlooking creek. Also table and chairs for outdoor dining on the porch.
- Lanai: Overlooks Betty Creek
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: This property is located only 10-12 feet from the rushing creek. Dine on the back porch or have your morning coffee or nightcap th the sound of rushing water over large rocks.
- Communications
- Telephone: Phone in cabin is for local calls, toll-free calls,credit card calls or 911 only. No operator assisted calls allowed.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Stone Fireplace, (Library of movies)Full Kitchen, Coffee maker, Cookware and Cooking utensils provided, all paper products, No Smoking inside, no pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking on porches ONLY!
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Sky Valley Golf, Trout Fishing, Antique Shopping, Downhill Skiing & Snow tubing in season, White water rafting
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Feb - Nov .. $109/night (weeknights) .. $129/night (weekends) .. $624-$714/week
Two (2) night minimum on all stays. Holiday nights additional
Plus Taxes .. All rates are for 2 guest per cabin. Additional guests extra.
Landfill fee extra.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Bring your canoe and enjoy the beautiful clear spring fed lakes here in Rabun County, Ga.
Why the Owner Chose Dillard
We built our vacation property cabin here because of the beautiful mountain scenery and the cool summer climate.
The Unique Benefits of this Appalachian Log Cabin
There are lots of things to do in the area and lots of waterfalls to explore. Several large clear mountain lakes to swim or boat in.
Property Photos
- - Dillard, GA Cabin Rental
- Betty's Creek (Cabin is next to the stream) - Dillard, GA Cabin Rental
- Master Bedroom Handmade mountain bed - Dillard, GA Cabin Rental
- Hiker on Pickens Nose Mountain in early spring (above the cabins)
- Living / dining room with stone fireplace
- Sassafras Rock Cabin (Back deck is out to creek edge)
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #68189
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