Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!

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Ultimate "Coffee-with-a-view" from this Main Upstairs Bedroom Deck

Jet tub with its own hot water tank so you have plenty of hot water.

Blueberry fields in the backyard seen from the porch.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Gym

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Clayton, GA

Highlands Country Club15 min drive
Bridal Veil Falls17 min drive
Dry Falls18 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

** JEWEL OF THE WOODS Under New Ownership! **

Stay close to Clayton, Dillard, Mountain City, Rabun Gap and Highlands in this magnificent lodge with five bedrooms (four suites), and 4.5 bathrooms. This property is the right place to entertain up to 12 people, a family, or a grand destination for a couple looking for some R&R! You are close to hiking, rafting, canoeing, fishing and hunting, or just enjoying the mountains.

Need inspiration to work? Look no further! Magnificent unobstructed mountain views with your own blueberry field in the back, this property has close to seven acres of land surrounding it. A working fireplace completes the ambience.

Grill or smoke your favorite meats on the Green Egg with unforgettable views on a covered patio over 900 square feet in size.

Chef's kitchen with a gas stove and three ovens provide plenty of space to cook for a large crowd. A washer and dryer, and two hot water tanks (so you have PLENTY of hot water) will make this luxurious retreat feel like your home away from home. The kitchen is well-equipped with cookware and dining ware and has a full range of options for making coffee, along with an Insta-Pot and waffle iron.

You are in a for a treat with a Tempurpedic mattress in the main bedroom suite, complete with a view of the mountains.

Internet access allows for streaming videos, and for smooth Zoom calls.

Pets allowed with non-refundable $200 fee per animal.

**IMPORTANT** The road leading to the property is a private, winding and narrow gravel road with low tree cover in many places. It is not suited for low or large RVs, or certain sports cars. I have driven several cars to the property as I fly to Atlanta and rent a car to get to the property. The lowest car I have driven was a Kia Rio without issue. However, certain guests have reported challenges driving a low car. Remember - these are rugged, mountainous and wooded areas!

You may encounter wildlife on the property or on the roads. Please drive carefully and safely on all roads leading to Jewel of the Woods.

Loud music and excessive noise is strictly forbidden.

This five-bedroom house provides accommodations with laundry, kitchen, and air conditioning for your convenience. It features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The house is near many of north Georgia's iconic mountain locations, while also convenient to airports in Atlanta, Asheville, NC and Greenville, SC.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Jewel of the Woods!

Property manager

Renata Castro, Esq.

Premier Host

Languages

Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Sky Valley Vacation Rental | 5BR | 4BA | 3,100 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The guiding principle for Jewel of the woods is to extend kindness, courtesy, and consideration, we happily extend to our guests.

The Jewel of the Woods is a NON-SMOKING cottage. Smoking is ONLY permitted outside of the main house. Please be considerate and dispose to avoid fire.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Clayton

Located in Clayton, this lodge is in the mountains. Highlands Country Club and Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Highlands Biological Station and Highlands Aerial Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Andy's Trout Farm. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.

Clayton, GA

What's nearby

Cullasaja River Gorge - 13 min drive
Highlands Country Club - 15 min drive
Bridal Veil Falls - 17 min drive
Dry Falls - 18 min drive
Glen Falls - 20 min drive

Getting around

Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

Satulah Mountain Brewing Company - 13 min drive
The Ugly Dog Pub - 13 min drive
Wild Thyme Gourmet - 13 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 13 min drive
Highlands Smokehouse - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! pet-friendly?

Yes, Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! located?

This family-friendly Clayton lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. Highlands Biological Station and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

John W.

23 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in, mountain hideaway!

We love this property. It is our second year back and we are already planning for a 3rd! Plenty of space for everyone, more amenities and improvements since our stay last year. Will keep coming back as long as we are able!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

8 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly the Jewel of the Woods

An absolute wonderful house and property for my family! We had three sets of adults and 6 children ranging from infant to seven years old. All of us enjoyed the house immensely. While the views from the back porch rivaled, if not exceeded other mountain homes we’ve visited, the unique property allowed our children to play outside safely. The home was stocked with the necessities plus more, including the kitchen. When we weren’t cooking on the Green Egg or sitting by a warm fire, we spent time in Highlands NC which was less than 20 minutes away. Overall this house was perfect and would highly recommend!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather C.

26 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

A beautiful house with a beautiful view too! Very well stocked kitchen and lots of games to play too! The “no airbnb or vrbo” signs posted along the way are a little unsettling and caused a delay in our family arrival, but we understand the owner does not control that. Located about 40 minutes from the nearest grocery store, but a great place to relax and unwind! Overall, a great house!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lainey N.

21 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Highlands!

The house is incredibly equipped with everything you need. The grounds and views are beautiful. We enjoyed to close proximity to Highlands and Cashiers, just a short drive to the NC border.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

2 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

Coming from Richmomd, VA, the drive over was breathtaking. Our family who tagged along were not used to mountain roads and needed anti-nauseous meds for the travel to town and back. Our gps directions to get to the property were incorrect and got turned around on Three forks trail. There were signs from neighbors saying " not welcome". A kind neighbor pointed us in the right direction and were delighted with the amazing accomodations and views. We made sure to experience all that the house provided and the nature around us. This house is quite amazing; giving you a choice to unplug and the wifi to keep you connected (or give kids quiet movie time while the adults relax on the balcony). Our family is definitely going to visit again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Renata Castro, Esq.

I am an immigration attorney who loves traveling! Originally from Brazil, I am a mom of two who loves the outdoors (with comfort, and wifi!), food, and a great Bourbon/Scotch by the fire with a book.

Making homes available for vacation rentals lets me share with people like you my love of traveling, and new experiences.

Why they chose this property

The world is my playground, but the Appalachian mountains make my heart happy! The views, the blueberry fields, the fire...
There is nothing more inspiring than looking at the clear skies on a Fall evening, or enjoying coffee in front of the fireplace.
This house has been my background for National TV interviews; a book has been written here... and plenty of incredible memories are cherished by my family and friends every time we are here.
I am glad to share this house (and these memories) with you!

What makes this property unique

Conveniently close to Highlands, NC with a fully equipped kitchen; fireplace, and plenty of covered porch area will let your family choose between the great area restaurants (The Dillard House is a family favorite) and cooking either inside or outside.

Washer/Dryer, pet-friendly, and plenty of space for your family - big or small - to have a blast.