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Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge

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Living area
Living area
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ellijay Marketplace
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge

☕ Enjoy Fireside Sips While Spotting Wildlife 🦌
Escape to a classic log cabin retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains, where quiet mornings with coffee on the deck and evenings by the firepit come naturally. Whether you're spotting deer off the king suite balcony, grilling dinner for the crew, or curling up by the outdoor fireplace with a glass of wine, every moment here invites you to unwind and enjoy the beauty of North Georgia.

🍿 Host Movie Nights & Read by Firelight 🔥
Bucks Bear Lodge is a peaceful, well-appointed hideaway tucked into the hills of Ellijay — known for its charming apple orchards and fall festivals — with room for up to 8 guests. Inside, the cabin offers 3 cozy bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and tons of bonus space to spread out. Between the loft with a sectional and TV, a media room for movie nights, and a main living area with a crackling fireplace and tall windows framing the trees, there's no shortage of space to relax or connect.

👙 Swim, Catch Fish, Play Mini-golf & Much More! ⛳
Tucked within the Coosawattee River Resort, guests have access to tons of community perks — including swimming pools, river access, catch-and-release fishing, playgrounds, picnic areas, a rec center, tennis, and a mini-golf course. After a day of swimming, hiking in the national forest, or shopping in downtown Ellijay, come back to roast marshmallows under the stars, take in the wooded views from a porch swing, or dine alfresco at the picnic table.

🍛 Feel Right at Home in the Mountains 🌳
With a fully equipped kitchen, desk space, washer/dryer, free Wi-Fi, keyless entry, and a scenic drive just over 7 miles from Ellijay, this cozy cabin is a relaxing home base for your next North Georgia getaway.

📝 Important Notes
• For travel notes, you'll turn onto a short strip of gravel before hitting the somewhat steep, paved driveway of your Ellijay cabin rental. The walking path is also at an incline to reach the entryway, with only 3 steps up to the porch.

• Complimentary resort activities include the catch-and-release pond, 4 parks, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Day passes for all other resort activities, including swimming, games, etc., can be purchased at the resort for $10 per guest per day.

• Wildlife is abundant; we kindly ask guests to maintain a respectful distance and secure all food and trash properly.

• Community pool and resort amenity access is provided and managed through a third party. Host is not liable for amenity availability, maintenance, downtime, or pool closures under any circumstances.

Property manager

Georgia CFY
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains. Engelheim Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry 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. With kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Talona Lake - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 12 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family II - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Firepit S'mores, Movie Nights, Swims, Mini-Golf, & Fishing in Riverside Resort - Bucks Bear Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Talona Lake, Riverside Park and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Piedmont Hospital and Cartecay River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Pleased

Great location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa W.

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

Wonderful

Perfect and cozy spacious for our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and Cozy

Home away from home . We enjoyed our stay in this new clean cabin. All amenities available!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

Loved our stay at Bucks Bear Lodge! Beautiful and spacious with everything you could want. Comfy beds and plush towels. Gas fireplaces, but bring wood for the fire pit. The road through the resort is narrow and winding, so just be aware. There are also many deer roaming around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

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

Well-stocked property

Nice amenities in house, well-stocked. Hot tub would be an improvement. Not a great location, not private, surrounded by houses.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

Fun with Friends

The hurricane washed out our house near Ashville so we made a plan B and it was a great choice. The owners have done a great job with their house. It is warm and inviting. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Our stay at Buck's Bear Lodge

The house is beautiful as is the gated community. Everything went really well - great communication throughout. The only issue we had at all was the price of the amenities card. The listing said it would be $10 for a day pass, so we waited until midway through our stay for a day when we would be able to make good use of the pass. Turns out there aren't day passes any more - it is a 1 time fee of $59 that covers your entire stay (for up to 4 people). Had we known that, we would have bought the pass on the first day and then used the pools/rec center for a short time each day. This was truly a minor inconvenience, but it could be a bigger issue for some. We certainly won't hesitate to come back - this was one of our best vacations ever. We are very pleased.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Peaceful getaway!

Loved this cabin. Everything was awesome from check in to check out. The cabin was very clean and modern. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed and more. Loved sitting out on the back with the fireplace and the front porch with the swing. The cabin had several options for outdoor seating which we loved. The fire pit was a nice touch, we made S’mores one night. The highlight of the trip was getting to see the deer everyday! I was sad when it was time to leave. This was the best trip, very peaceful and relaxing. We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Guy's Summer Vacation

The property was clean, new and very nice. Plenty of room for a group of 5. The deck was very nice to hang out in the morning and evenings. We used the grill every night and there was plenty of space in the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed. The location was convenient for Ellijay, Blue Ridge, hiking in GA and whitewater rafting in TN.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Wonderful Cabin

We had a fabulous stay! The cabin was exactly as it was advertised online. There was a nice welcome basket with snacks that were perfect for the children. We enjoyed siting on the porch and watching the deer. Our GPS took us directly to the cabin and aided us as we found our way around the resort. The kids loved access to the pools and pickled all courts. We would love to visit again! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stefani m.

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

Cabin is amazing and clean!

We loved it! Cabin is clean and beautiful! Lots of deer that come to visit! Definitely would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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