Located in Ellijay, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ellijay River Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cohutta Wildlife Management Area and Chattahoochee National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Chattahoochee National Forest - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cartecay River - 17 min drive - 20.0 km
Ellijay Marketplace - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 40 min drive - 52.2 km
Amicalola Falls State Park - 45 min drive - 62.6 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 97 min drive
Restaurants
282 Deer Processing - 6 min drive
Zombie Skin Jerky - 5 min drive
Lakefuckers - 18 min drive
Girls Hideaway - 34 min drive
Chinese Buffet - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres?
As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres on 15 Dec 2026 start from £4,837, 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 at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres located?
This family-friendly Ellijay lodge is located on the waterfront, steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ridgeway Recreation Area and Carters Lake. Woodridge Branch Recreation Area and Cohutta Overlook are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 265 private acres Reviews
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This place is amazing and over delivers on everything they promise. The house is very well equipped, in great condition and the property managers are very responsive. I highly recommend!
Walnut Grove was outstanding!! It has EVERYTHING you need to start with - plenty of shampoo, conditioner, body wash - all bathroom necessities. It had an epic kitchen with every utensil, seasoning, & pots/pans you could imagine. The outdoor cooking space was excellent as well with the grill, smoker, & blackstone! We couldn't have been more pleased. There is ample room for people to spread out with an amazing wrap-around porch. The views were breathtaking! There is so much to do there, as well - we spent hours on the pickleball court, hiked around the creek, did some fishing, and even got to enjoy the town of Ellijay for an afternoon.We HIGHLY recommend this place for a couples retreat or family reunion! Thank you for making our stay all we had hoped!!
Our team thoroughly enjoyed a large, beautiful location to work on strategy and team building. The location was great and the property management was top notch
My thanks to Heidi for a great stay! She is hospitable and attentive. Extremely accommodating and kind. I would definitely consider staying at Walnut Grove again!
We stayed here for our Sr. Leadership Planning Meeting; this was one of the most beautiful places we've ever stayed at. Very well stocked, you don't need to bring much and so much to do on property. Absolutely Incredible! Heidi and Dee were amazing. A definite must stay!
I’ve stayed at a number of Vrbo properties and this was hands down the best! The managers of the property were accommodating, attentive and extremely helpful. I could not know highly recommend this place. Absolutely beautiful and thoroughly impressive.
My daughter was getting married close by and we wanted a house that would be able to host the immediate family. Every detail of the house is well thought out. The property is well-maintained.
This was perfect for our work retreat. The space is large enough to accommodate several working meetings at one time and that each room in the main house has its own bath was a definite plus. All the information in the guidebook was so helpful for facilitating meals. We will do this again!
This is a 5 Star experience. The property managers met us and immediately made us feel welcomed to the exquisite lodge and property. The accommodations are impeccable including the gourmet kitchen and outside kitchen. The grounds included so many activities for adults and children. The new pickle ball courts were a favorite.
We absolutely love this property and the high end details. Weather would never be an issue here bc there is so much to do. We really appreciated how beautifully appointed the home was for every guest and every bedroom and bathroom was amazing. Heidi and Dee were absolutely wonderful to work with and went out of their way to make our stay perfect! We 100% recommend this property for groups and will be back!
We had so much fun during our 7 day stay and were definitely "wowed" by this property. We do this every year and this is the best stocked VRBO we have ever rented. We enjoyed all the amenties too as we hiked, played tennis and pickleball, fished, played frisbee golf, cornhold and sat by the fire every evening. It was just the best. You won't be sorry, I can promise you that. Now, can someone tell me what mattresses you use as I want one for at home!!!
There were about 25 or so of us who got to experience the Lodge at Walnut Grove. To say it was above and beyond and completely exceeded our expectations would still be an understatement. The place was spectacular and immaculate. Every detail and amenity accounted for. We were there for a songwriting retreat, and apart from the ample space that we had, it also was simply inspiring because of the sheer beauty that we were surrounded by. We truly truly loved getting to stay here and enjoyed everything about it - start to finish. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful place for people to stay in.
Wonderful property. Exceeded expectations. Considering the rain from Hurricane Helene, we couldn't take advantage of the outdoor facilities. However, some did the trails in the rain.
Staying inside was very comfortable and even sitting on the porch was delightful as was fully covered.
Outstanding kitchen.
All the family agreed would come back for another family gathering.
We chose this property for a decade celebration of our 60th - close friends and classmates. Everyone had their own room and bathroom and the grounds and accommodations were like a resort. Heidi and Dee met us at the property and were available throughout. Free eggs (from chickens nearby) and an amazing charcuterie board! Icemaker! S'mores kit, work out room, views to die for. Fishing and finished pickleball and tennis courts.
My family and I have contracted with property owners from Vail, Savannah, Orlando, and other places in the US. The staff at Walnut Grove is THE most attentive of all the properties we've visited to date.
The property is truly amazing. While the location may not be as glamorous as Vail, the affordability of this property is a huge plus. The pictures only tell part of the story. The attention to detail in all the activities was first class. And the surprise of a disc golf course on the property was a bonus.
My family is ready to get on this ride again. Thank you, Heidi, for your time and attention in making our stay memorable.
Our family had the best stay at The Lodge at Walnut Grove to celebrate a 75th birthday. The home was beautifully decorated and stocked with way more than we expected, inside and outside. We have nothing but good things to say about our stay and can't wait to visit again with our huge family.