Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake
Summary:
Retreat to Goldfinch Cottage, a cozy rustic cabin in the woods! Just 20 minutes from downtown Ellijay, enjoy peace and privacy without steep, winding roads. This charming log cabin features a tin roof, stone wood-burning fireplace, and modern kitchen. Relax outdoors with a fire pit, Jacuzzi hot tub, BBQ grill, and private hiking trail to a tranquil finger of Carter’s Lake.
The Space:
Perfect little cabin in the woods! If you want peaceful and private surroundings but closeness to activities and festivities, Goldfinch Cottage is for you. There is close proximity to some of the best quality, award winning wineries in the eastern U.S. Even if you don't drink wine, they offer micro-brews, light fare, good entertainment and beautiful scenery. So pack a picnic basket, bring your dog (most are pet friendly) and support your local wineries!
Goldfinch Cottage has the perfect rustic vibe with a tin roof, stacked stone wood-burning fireplace and modern amenity kitchen. GC offers an outdoor firepit, Jacuzzi hot-tub & BBQ grill, horseshoes & cornhole and a short 15 minute walking trail to finger of Carter's Lake!
Come for a week or come for a weekend, we invite you to relax in solitude while rocking on our front porch, listening to the leaves and watching the natural wildlife pass you by.
Another amenity we have to boast is a close proximity to some of the best quality, award winning wineries in the eastern U.S. Even if you don't drink wine, they offer micro-brews, light fare, good entertainment and beautiful scenery. So pack a picnic basket, bring your dog (most are pet friendly) and support your local wineries!
Guest Access:
You have access to entire property.
Pet Fee $50/pet (charged separately).
The Neighborhood:
Close by: *Carter's Lake/Recreation & Dam area/Marina/Restaurant *Wineries *Saturday Ellijay Farmers Market *Apple & Blueberry picking orchards *Tubing *White water rafting *Boating *Hunting *Fishing *Hiking *Mountain biking *State Parks and waterfalls *Civil War and Indian Mound Historical sites
Getting Around:
We recommend renting a vehicle. All activities are best reached by car.
Other Things to Note:
The owners of Goldfinch Cottage offer upgraded amenities to all of their guests:
- Premium Toiletries
- Pot of coffee
- Laundry pods and dryer sheets
- Fire wood & fire starter for your stay is offered seasonally (October-March)
- New kitchen dish sponge/dish soap
- Welcome dog treats
- Pre-packaged condiments: Creamers, S&P, Sugars, Ketsup, Mustard, Mayo
- Cornhole, Horseshoes, Board games
Conveniently located only 75 minutes from Atlanta or Chattanooga Airports
This cabin is NOT ADA compliant
*Goldfinch Cottage is a Non-Smoking property*
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Property # 3995070
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Ellijay
Ellijay is home to this cabin. Engelheim Vineyards and Fields Ferry Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.
Is Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake?
As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake on Jul 13, 2026 start from $169, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Rustic Cottage w/Hot Tub & Fire Pit near Lake located?
Situated in Ellijay, this cabin is steps from Carters Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Harris Branch Recreation Area and Doll Mountain Recreation Area. Engelheim Vineyards is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away.
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Wonderful stay. Everything we needed to relax and enjoy the outdoors nearby. First time staying in a cabin and we loved it. Victor was very responsive from the management team.
andrew c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2025
Thank you so much! I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed your first cabin experience and took full advantage of the outdoors. It was a pleasure having you, and I’d be happy to host you again anytime!
Beautiful, quiet cabin. Comfortable beds and nice touches that show the owner clearly went out of their way to ensure our stay was nice. Hit tub was perfect. Grill was amazing. Location was ideal. We wanted to stay longer and will definitely be back again!
Awesome experience clean and friendly very relaxing and enjoyable.
Micah C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
My partner and I really enjoyed our romantic weekend getaway staying at this wonderful cabin.
Hot tub was the perfect size for two!
The entire house was well stalked for all of our needs
It is a lovely secluded cabin! It was so clean and welcoming and the communication with the owners (Victor) was excellent. We went for a short get away weekend for some peace and quiet and this cabin delivered very well. As the owners indicated, it is off the beaten path (very accessible by car) and we did bring in the basics for breakfasts and dinners plus supplemented from our outing on Saturday. We were able to visit downtown Cartersville with small local business shops and dining, but could have as easily gone to Ellijay or Blue Ridge. Jasper is the closet town and we stopped at the grocery store there for supplies before heading to the cabin on Friday. The kitchen is well stocked with all the basics plus the toiletries in the bathroom were appreciated. Both the husband and I had a wonderful time and recommend this cabin if you want a good get away place to stay.
The Gold Finch cabin is a great place to stay for peace and quiet! The birds were all over the place along with several deer, chipmunks, squirrels! It was very clean and all the amenities along with a fully stocked kitchen! It was perfectly located in the mountains but only 18 miles from downtown Ellijay where there are great restaurants and shopping. We will definitely be going to that area either to vacation again or move to permanently! Highly recommend this cabin if you are looking for something tranquil!
This was an excellent cabin, especially for a couple. Extremely well stocked and furnished. Internet and WiFi were great until weather showed up, of which no one has control. It was quiet and in a week we only saw people twice. Especially loved the candy jar. Will say I wish there was a better way to get into the cabin other than the 25 stairs but I don’t see how it could have been built any different. We loved our time there.