Mountain Laurel Chalet: Your Private 10 Acre Retreat in Helen!
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
MOUNTAIN LAUREL CHALET: Located in a peaceful and private 10 acre wooded mountain setting 10 minutes from the Alpine Village of HELEN, Georgia. Our spacious chalet is also near UNICOI LAKE, UNICOI STATE PARK, and ANNA RUBY FALLS. This is a great location!
**MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SPECIAL**
**BOOK EARLY for the best dates!
- $350 for two night Holiday WEEKEND!
- $400 for three night Holiday weekend!
*One Time MAID FEE: $85.00 per stay.
*Local Lodging Taxes: 15%
**GREAT MIDWEEK RATE: $150.00 per night**
- Two night minimum, THIRD NIGHT FREE!
**FULL ONE WEEK DISCOUNT RATE: Ask for Quote.
Standard Rate: $175.00 to $185.00 per Night
HOLIDAY Rates: $195.00 per Night.
OCTOBER Rates: $225.00 per night.
Our home is ideal for a couple or for a small group up to 6 adults. Very Private - yet convenient to local dining, shopping, sightseeing, hiking, and outdoor activities.
**HOT TUB. FIREPLACE. NEW FEATURE: Recent Upgrade to HD Satellite TV. FREE WIFI!
**PET POLICY: Sorry, NO PETS!
Treat yourself to the NEW HOT TUB or cuddle up by the FIREPLACE. Whatever you like, it's all here waiting for you to relax and enjoy! For hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, the chalet is LESS THAN 1 MILE from McCLURE CREEK and the TRAY MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS AREA of the Chattahoochee National Forest and less than 6 miles from the APPALACHIAN TRAIL via Tray Mountain Road [Tray Mountain - Elevation 4430 feet].
Also located nearby is BRASSTOWN BALD, Georgia's highest mountain [Elevation 4784 feet]. On clear days, you can see 4 states from the mountaintop Visitor Center: Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina, including a view of the Great Smoky Mountains!
Keywords: CHALET
Property Type
- Chalet
- 1900 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Loft
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Oven
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Parking Off Street
- Wood Fireplace
- Iron & Board
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Fireplace
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- VCR
- DVD Player
- Books
- Television
Communications
- Telephone
- Internet
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Wood Deck
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Outdoor Grill
Theme
- Away From It All
- Tourist Attractions
Activities
- Restaurants
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
- Cycling
- Rafting
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Water Tubing
- Mountain Climbing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Massage Therapist
- Groceries
- Swimming
- ATM/Bank
- Miniature Golf
- Wildlife Viewing
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Shopping
- Walking
- Scenic Drives
- Bird Watching
- Water Parks
- Marina
- Winery Tours
- Museums
- Live Theater
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Rock Climbing
Other Activities
Reviews
Write a review-
Renter
Renter
- Guest Cindy
- Date of stay 05/01/13
- Review Submitted 05/14/13
The cabin in the woods was every thing we wanted, quiet, off the beaten path but close to everything. The kitchen was well stocked and accommodated our cooking plans. We slept, rested, and relaxed like a vacation is supposed to be like. We especially loved the hot tub, the close proximity to hiking trails and Helen. Will do it again for sure.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Owner response: We appreciate your comments and the fact that you came all the way from New Orleans to stay in our home. Please come back again!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
honeymoon
honeymoon
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 04/02/13
- Review Submitted 04/08/13
Really nice! Had a great time! Thanks! Can't wait to come back!!Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for spending your honeymoon in Mountain Laurel Chalet! Our very first rental a few years ago was to a honeymoon couple, and we feel that they blessed our home with their presence. We have had several honeymoon couples come back to celebrate their anniversaries with us. Some have returned with their growing families. Please come back again!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
Lauren A.
Lauren A.
- Guest Lauren A.
- Date of stay 03/29/13
- Review Submitted 04/04/13
The home was well-equipped and immaculately clean. The beds were comfortable. We had everything we needed. The instructions for how to operate the systems were thorough. Close to nice hiking and sightseeing! I highly recommend this vacation property.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for bringing your family and staying in our home, Lauren!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
Tennis week
Tennis week
- Guest Evans's
- Date of stay 03/14/13
- Review Submitted 03/31/13
A restful and well appointed home. We had a wonderful time with family and friends! We will visit again.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Thank you for choosing our home! It was wonderful to have you and your family stay with us, and we hope that you will return to "Mountain Laurel Chalet" when you are in the Helen area again. Tennis time!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
Worth every penny
Worth every penny
- Guest Sara Sagmeister
- Date of stay 03/25/13
- Review Submitted 03/29/13
The owners do a fantastic job maintaining this property. The home was very spacious, the bedrooms and living areas were large and plenty of room in the kitchen area. I noticed and appreciated all of the little things that the owners provided. The sheets and pillows on the beds were high quality, there were ample and fluffy towels, stands for our luggage in every room, and even extra outlets allow the kitchen bar area for all of our electronics to charge. The house was immaculate. My family enjoyed the hot tub every night and played games by the fire. The trip to Brasswood Bald road, Unicoi and Helen was less than a 10 minute drive. It was truely close to everywhere we wanted to go. Thank you for the effort to provide a wonderful rentalRecommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Wow, thank you for your kind words and for your description of our home!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
valentines weekend getaway with friends
valentines weekend getaway with friends
- Guest courtneyrosen
- Date of stay 02/14/13
- Review Submitted 02/20/13
the cabin was very easy to find from the emailed directions, and nicely located to helen. we found the house very clean and comfortable. the hot tub was awesome! we made a fire everyday, it's a little hard to get started so take extra kindling. the cabin would be very comfortable for three couples or a large family gathering. we are already planning a trip back.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for your compliments...We look forward to having you stay with us again!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
The Ideal Retreat
The Ideal Retreat
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 12/26/12
- Review Submitted 01/05/13
Mt Laurel chalet was perfect for our family holiday. It was spacious and most comfortable, with all the amenities we desired, including Wifi. The cabin was wonderfully secluded, we heard no noises except birds and busy squirrels and yet it was very conveniently located for us to go just a short distance to experience a new hike every day and shop if we wanted to. Being mid-winter, we did not get to use the porches, but the large windows allowed us to enjoy the frosty outside from the comfort of indoors while sitting by a roaring fire. The Jacuzzi was also a plus after a long hike and in the evenings. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We would love to stay at Mt Laurel again when visiting Georgia.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
-
Great get away.
Great get away.
- Guest Romantic Getaway
- Date of stay 11/02/12
- Review Submitted 11/14/12
Very good maintained property. Well appointed kitchen. The hot tub and privacy were the best features for us. Satellite could be improved.Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for choosing our home and thank you for your comments. We are listening and improving our home for our guests. We just upgraded our satellite TV system to HD/High Definition digital, and we now have 120 channels, which include more sports and entertainment channels!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
-
Perfect Location
Perfect Location
- Guest P M.
- Date of stay 10/17/12
- Review Submitted 10/24/12
This A Frame nestled in the woods a few miles from downtown Helen was the perfect getaway--we felt like we were in an upscale treehouse--the windows and skyligts really bring the outdoors inside. The description and pictures were accurate. Place was clean and well stocked with the essentials. Did most of our own cooking and had everything we needed from pots, plates and the outside grill. Having morning coffee on the deck was great. We had six adults and there was lots of room both inside and out. The beds were comfortable. The only suggestion I heard from anyone was the men wanting a larger TV for Saturday football viewing. Visiting Anna Ruby Falls is a must and the lake was beautiful with the fall colors reflecting on the water. Steve was very helpful and easy to work with. If we are in the area again, this is where we would stay.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
-
Oktoberfest 2012
Oktoberfest 2012
- Guest Tim and Petra
- Date of stay 10/03/12
- Review Submitted 10/23/12
Very nice and quiet Chalet located less than 10 minutes from Helen. Conveniently located to hiking trails and great views of the Blue Ridge mountains.Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$173 | $201 Fri, Sat, Sun |
$1087 | |||
| Summer May 25 - Sep 30 2 night min stay |
$173 | $201 Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
$1087 | |||
|
Discounts: 4 nights or more $173 nightly |
||||||
| Oktoberfest Oct 1 - Oct 31 2 night min stay |
$224 | |||||
|
Discounts: 4 nights or more $173 nightly |
||||||
| Autumn Nov 1 - Dec 31 2 night min stay |
$173 | $201 Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
$1087 | |||
|
Discounts: 4 nights or more $173 nightly |
||||||
Additional information about rental rates
MONTHLY RATE: Please inquire.
Fees:
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $100
- Taxes Included
Cancellation policy:
Please refer to the details in the Rental Agreement.
If you have any questions please contact the owner.
This owner accepts HomeAway's most secure form of payment.
HomeAway PaymentsSM is the most secure way to pay and automatically protects your payment up to $10,000 (learn more). Call the owner directly to confirm payment details.
Location
-
A
*ALPINE HELEN View on map
*GERMAN BAVARIAN STYLE VILLAGE. Many SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, and seasonal music. TUBING on the Chattahoochee River. Water Park. GOLF: Innsbrook Golf Course [www.innsbrookgolfclub.com]. Many seasonal events throughout the year. OKTOBERFEST held every September and October. Trout festival on the river in March. Balloon festival in June. Downtown Helen is only about 10 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet, and the drive from the north side by our home is the quickest way into Helen, especially on busy weekends. Avoid the south side traffic jam! Take GA Hwy 356 East to the stop/intersection at GA Hwy 17/75. Turn Left and go less than one mile to get to Helen.
...MoreCollapse -
B
UNICOI LAKE View on map
UNICOI LAKE [AKA Smith Lake on Smith Creek] is located in UNICOI STATE PARK: Small Public Fishing Dock, Seasonal Public Beach/swimming Area, Seasonal Canoe Rentals. UNICOI LODGE has a RESTAURANT with fresh trout and a wide variety of food. GIFT SHOP in the lodge. About 5 to 7 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA Hwy 356 to Unicoi State park. the lake is on your Right. Access to the beach is via the road to Anna Ruby Falls. http://www.unicoistatepark.org/unicoi_lake.html
...MoreCollapse -
C
**ANNA RUBY FALLS View on map
**Scenic Water Falls with easy road access and a nice paved path to the falls in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Entrance via State Highway 356 through Unicoi State Park near Unicoi Lake. About 15 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA Hwy 356 East into Unicoi State Park. Follow the signs for Anna Ruby Falls and turn Right onto the access road for Unicoi Lake and Anna Ruby Falls. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Ruby_Falls
...MoreCollapse -
D
**OLD SAUTEE STORE/ SAUTEE VILLAGE View on map
**OLD SAUTEE STORE: Historic old General Store with food, souvenirs, and good quality items for sale. Other shops and Winery nearby. Good java at SWEETWATER Coffeehouse! I personally like this area a lot...not as crowded as Helen, either! Good stores. Good art for sale in the Sautee-Nacoochee Community Association. About 15 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA 356 EAST from our home, then turn Right onto SKYLAKE ROAD. At the stop sign bear Right/go Forward onto Ga Highway 255 and arrive in the beautiful and historic SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE VALLEY. http://www.sauteevillage.com/ AND http://snca.org/
...MoreCollapse -
E
SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION View on map
Community Center Open to the Public: Local Art for sale, FOLK POTTERY MUSEUM, Art Shows, Live Theater, Comedy, Live concerts, Community Contra Dancing, etc. We are supporting members of this great organization in the Sautee-Nacoochee Valley. About 15 minutes from our home, Mountain laurel Chalet. Take GA 356 EAST from our home, then turn Right onto SKYLAKE ROAD. At the stop sign bear Right/go Forward onto Ga Highway 255 and arrive in the beautiful and historic SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE VALLEY. Visit their website: WWW.SNCA.ORG
...MoreCollapse -
F
**SKYLAKE ROAD: Quick Access to Sautee...avoids Helen! View on map
Take GA 356 EAST from our home, then turn Right onto SKYLAKE ROAD. At the stop sign bear Right/go Forward onto Ga Highway 255 and arrive in the beautiful and historic SAUTEE-NACOOCHEE VALLEY. About 15 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet, and you avoid all the traffic in Helen!
...MoreCollapse -
G
APPALACHIAN TRAIL View on map
APPALACHIAN TRAIL at Unicoi Gap. Parking area at the gap for the trail heading North to Tray Mountain or South towards Blood Mountain. About 20 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA Hwy 17/75 North to Unicoi Gap. The Appalachian Trail begins at Springer Mountain near Dahlonega, Georgia and ends in New England at Mt Katahdin in the state of Maine.
...MoreCollapse -
H
**BRASSTOWN BALD: Georgia's highest Mountain! View on map
**Mountain Top OBSERVATION DECK at 4784 feet in elevation. Visitor Center/Gift Shop. GREAT VIEWS on clear days! SEE 4 STATES: Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Parking and seasonal Shuttle service available. Less than 30 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet: Take GA Highway 17/75 North, cross the Appalachian Trail at Unicoi Gap and continue to the valley on the other side of the gap. Turn Left on GA Highway 180, then turn Right on GA Highway Spur 180. **NOTE: GA Hwy Spur 180 may be closed during snowy or icy conditions.
...MoreCollapse -
I
MARK of the POTTER/Soque River Mill View on map
MARK of the POTTER: http://www.markofthepotter.com Great Pottery in an authentic old Mill on the banks of the Soque River near Batesville, Georgia. Located on Scenic GA Highway 197, one of the prettiest drives in northeast Georgia. Feed the fish, relax by the river, and enjoy watching pottery as it is hand crafted on the premises. Only 20 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA Hwy 356 East to the end/intersection at GA hwy 197 in Batesville. Turn Right and head South. The mill and store will be on your Left. http://www.markofthepotter.com
...MoreCollapse -
J
LAKE BURTON/LaPrade's Marina View on map
LAKE BURTON, a beautiful mountain lake. Rent a boat at LaPrade's Marina: http://wwwlapradesmarina.com The Chophouse Restaurant. About 20 minutes from our home, Mountain Laurel Chalet. Take GA Hwy 356 East to the end/intersection at GA hwy 197 in Batesville. Turn Left and head North. the Lake will be on your Right. Also near sister lakes: LAKE RABUN and SEED LAKE. http://www.lapradesmarina.com
...MoreCollapse -
K
-
L
RICHARD RUSSELL Scenic highway View on map
RICHARD RUSSELL Scenic highway [GA 348]: another great SCENIC MOUNTAIN DRIVE that crosses the Appalachian Trail. To get to Brasstown Bald, Georgia's highest mountain, take GA Hwy 348 to the dead end at GA 180. Turn Right onto GA 180, then turn Left onto GA Spur 180. This will take you to the top of Brasstown Bald. **NOTE: GA Hwy 348 and GA Hwy Spur 180 may be closed during snowy or icy conditions.
...MoreCollapse
- Nearest Airport: Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport - ATLANTA at 95 Miles
- Nearest Ferry: LaPRADE's MARINA on LAKE BURTON: Boat Rentals at 10 Miles
- Nearest Train: AMTRAK in Cornelia, Georgia at 40 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Georgia Highway 356 at 1 Miles
- Nearest Beach: UNICOI LAKE - Unicoi State Park in HELEN, GA at 4 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Hofbrau Haus Riverfront Restaurant in HELEN, GA at 6 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Innsbruck Golf Course in HELEN, GA at 6 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: UNICOI LODGE - Unicoi State Park - HELEN, GA at 4 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1994
About the owner: We live in a fun but busy urban environment. We need the solitude of nature in the North Georgia mountains to recharge our souls from time to time. Hiking, tubing on the 'Hooch', biking, and relaxing are among our favorite mountain activities. As our guests, we hope that you, too, will enjoy all the benefits of our treasured mountain home! We would like to extend a very warm 'welcome' to all of our guests! We enjoy sharing the privacy and solitude of our mountain home with our friends and family. It's a great place to entertain or to relax!
Why the Owner Chose Helen:
Our home site was chosen because of its peaceful wooded setting and its close proximity to the Alpine village of Helen. It offers the best of both worlds: the serenity of a private mountain home on 10+ acres of land and the nearby activities, shops, and restaurants in Helen. You can retreat from the world or you can go into Helen and enjoy all the festivities...it's your choice!
The Unique Benefits at this Chalet:
From curling up by the fireplace to relaxing in the Hot Tub, it's a wonderful place to retreat from the daily hustle and bustle of work and life. We enjoy the spaciousness of the home, especially while relaxing in the Great Room or in the sitting area of the upstairs Loft overlooking the Great Room below.
Another favorite: sitting and drinking coffee on the covered balcony of the Master Bedroom Suite upstairs...so private and peaceful!
The two skylights over the king sized bed in the Master Bedroom Suite offer a nice view of the stars in the mountain skies, especially on clear or colder days. Nights with a full moon are a special treat!
Contact us
- Primary: +1 770-686-8331 [770-MTN-TEE1]
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - LOCAL ACTIVITIES and Rental Specials!
- Click Here to see All My Rental Listings
Photos
-
Large Deck, Gas Grill, Picnic Table, and Hot Tub...very private setting!
-
EVENING SCENE: Side View of our Chalet during early Autumn.
-
New larger Hot Tub for 2012!
-
Our GREAT ROOM as seen from the LOFT Area: Vaulted Ceiling, TV, and Fireplace.
-
Large LOFT includes Sleeper Sofa and Sitting Area: Adjoins the MASTER BEDROOM.
-
Downstairs Large Bedroom: QUEEN SIZE Bed
-
Scene from the Ridge above our home: TRAY MTN/Appalachian Trail and CHIMNEY MTN
-
UNICOI LAKE: Less than 10 minutes from our Chalet.
-
Tranquil winter scene: Mountain Laurel Chalet
-
Relax and Read by the Fireplace in our Great Room: Very Cozy!
-
Dining Room adjoining the Kitchen and Breakfast Bar.
-
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE UPSTAIRS: KING SIZE Bed. Private Bath & Balcony.
-
DUSK: Rear View of our Chalet with covered balcony off the Master Bedroom.
-
Downstairs Medium Bedroom: New QUEEN SIZE Bed!
-
September - Octobober Scene: OKTOBERFEST Band in HELEN, Georgia.
-
ANNA RUBY FALLS: About 15 minutes from our Chalet.
There have been visitors to this page since
the counter was last reset in .
This listing was first published here in 2006.
Date last modified - Thursday, May 23, 2013
+1 770-686-8331 [770-MTN-TEE1]