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Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41250 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Gym
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Demorest, GA

Yonah Mountain Vineyards
‪14 min drive‬
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
‪23 min drive‬
Helen Festhalle
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

bedroom II

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

bathroom II

Toilet · Shower only

master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen

Wonderful home on a private lake in a quiet neighborhood. Our house is surrounded by the beautiful Georgia mountains and only a short drive from the quaint alpine village of Helen, a favorite travel destination.
Wether you are relaxing on the porch overlooking the lake, or hiking one of the fantastic trails in the mountains, you will feel relaxed and rejuvenated after your stay on our property.

Property manager

Sabine Head

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

For Safety and Liability reasons the use of the lake (boating, swimming) is not permitted, our guests can fish ! Please keep it quiet after sundown

This is an adult only community

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Demorest

Located in Demorest, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Clarkesville Lanes and Yonah Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Demorest, GA

What's nearby

Yonah Mountain Vineyards - 14 min drive - 8.7 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 23 min drive - 18.3 km
Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 23 min drive - 19.0 km
Helen Festhalle - 24 min drive - 19.7 km
Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 25 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

Toccoa Station - 40 min drive
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cottage House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪A & E Grill - ‬11 min drive
‪Chicago's Pizza - ‬19 min drive
‪Country Crossroads Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪Sautee Trail Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Valley Lake Retreat near Helen located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Chattahoochee River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Rosehips Folk Art Gallery and Chattahoochee National Forest. Clarkesville Lanes and Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

ADIELA K.

30 Jun, 2023

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

Vacation

Great time

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R.

23 Nov, 2024

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

This is a great place to rest and relax

This was our 3rd time here, we are already looking forward to a fourth visit after one night back at home. It is in a quiet area in the middle of Cleveland, Cornelia, Demorest, Clarksville and Helen, all less than 15 miles away. My wife enjoys reading on the porch and looking at the lake through the trees with the wind rustling the falling leaves, or, down on the dock.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana F.

11 Oct, 2020

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

Peace and Serenity

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at this beautiful lakefront retreat. Everything was appreciated especially the extra touches the owner included to make our stay enjoyable. I would highly recommend this location which is convenient to many types of fun and recreation. Looking forward to our next stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

ADIELA K.

3 Jun, 2024

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

Great

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B., Fort Myers, Florida

22 Oct, 2018

Just Beautiful!

This cabin is so welcoming! A very “at home” feeling. It’s easy driving distance to Helen and numerous waterfalls. I highly recommend this cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

11 May, 2022

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

Relaxing!

Very comfortable home with everything you need to just relax and enjoy a lakefront holiday. Highly recommend for the amenities, cleanliness and comfort. Tucked away, but not isolated. Would definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott C., Grand Rapids, MI

15 Feb, 2023

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

So peaceful!

Sabine was wonderful in her communication and accommodating our schedule. The property was cozy, peaceful, and ready to settle in. Everything we needed was there for us to enjoy even while the weather was cool and rainy. If you're looking for some entertainment, we found the quaint little town Helen close enough to enjoy the kitchy attractions.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

7 Jul, 2023

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

July 4th getaway

We were happily greeted by a wonderful house with such a down home feel. It was nice to have a high functioning kitchen to save money with breakfast preparation. It was equally as nice to have plush bedding and comfy couches. Let’s not forget watching the fireworks from Helen over the lake. This will be one for the record books. Thanks Sabine!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David and Amy C.

9 Jul, 2022

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

Peaceful haven for R &R!

My husband and i just returned from 6 nights at Sabine's idyllic retreat. If you are seeking a place that is quiet, beautifully decorated, super clean, with a fully stocked kitchen, cozy bedrooms, overlooking a lovely private lake near quaint towns and outdoor adventures- this is the place! Best. Vrbo. Experience. Ever. If I could rate it 6 stars I would. We are already hoping to stay here again in the near future!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Roye Ann M.

19 Jun, 2024

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

Peaceful place and location, could use a few things

Check-in was easy, and the host was quick to communicate with any questions. Easy drive to Helen and wineries. The house is great, loved looking at all the neat art and decorations. We enjoyed sitting on the porch each morning, very peaceful and a great view. But Lots of spiderwebs, porch ceiling needed cleaning.There were several lights not working, maybe just needed new bulbs? And the master bedroom and bathroom had a musty smell. Nothing that would prevent us staying here again, though! Loved eating at Sweet Breads, and both Kaya and Yonah wineries were great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

4 Jun, 2022

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

Fly Fishing the Soque

We were a party of 4; all very senior citizens! The house was perfect for us. If we were at the house, we stayed on the back porch overlooking the lake watching the dueling hummingbirds and other creatures. Comfortable beds & seating. Spotless bathrooms & kitchen. The house was very conveniently located to where the guys met their guide to fly fish, to restaurants, and to shopping. We want to put in a plug for Bowman Fly Fishing and our guide Kyle who was knowledgable and personable and for Old Time Pub in Clarksville where the food and service were outstanding! We will definitely return to Clarksville and book this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE M., MIAMI

19 May, 2021

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

50TH ANNIVERSARY HIDEAWAY

Sabines home was exactly what we were looking for to celebrate a quiet and peaceful anniversary. The house was great, cozy and with everything you could need, mostly it had a KING SIZE very comfortable bed. It was a perfect location to explore this beautiful area, restaurants, shops, etc. My husband even scheduled one of his bucket list wishes, fly fishing and he loved it! One of the days it rained all day, and we were so happy to just sit on the porch and watch the rain fall on the lake and just relax in the house, we were not upset at all!!! I had to text Sabine a couple of times with questions and she responded immediately. We look forward to coming back to this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn J.

21 Sept, 2023

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

Anniversary getaway

We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and we enjoyed fishing on lake. Caught a mess of fish!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

9 Nov, 2022

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

Perfection!

My husband and I were looking for a home to rent in the area as our oldest daughter was getting married just a few miles away in Clarkesville. This house was ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! From the minute I reached out to Sabine to ask about drive time between her home and the wedding venue, I knew we'd found a winner. Sabine was kind enough to actually drive the route and give me an exact drive time (who does that?!) And as soon as we unlocked the door and walked in, we felt completely "at home." This sweet house is cozy, clean, comfortable, incredibly well-stocked, secluded but close to shops and restaurants and the wrap around porch overlooking the lake is fantastic. Staying here made our "wedding week" that much better, and we cannot wait to return. Can't recommend this highly enough!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

2 Oct, 2022

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

Perfect serenity yet close to many interesting places

Easy to arrange rental/ fabulous host/everything you need/ perfect serenity.

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank S., Orlando, fl

16 Aug, 2022

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

Demorest lake house

Good stay

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pastora H.

26 Jul, 2022

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

Perfect relaxation

The host is wonderful. Property perfect location. Quiet, calming and simply delightful.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

30 Jun, 2022

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

Great getaway!

The house was perfect for our peaceful getaway. It was very well appointed. I think the only thing we couldn't find was a basting brush for the steak marinade. The listing was very accurate. It's tucked away but within an easy drive of Helen, Clarksville, Cleveland, Mt. Airy (theatre), and Cornelia so there were a wide range of choices for activities and restaurants when we wanted to eat out. The peaceful balcony overlooking the lake was a great place to spend most anytime of day.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie Nell W.

21 Jun, 2022

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

Wonderful and restful

Great place to kick back and relax.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

26 Mar, 2022

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

Honeymoon

My husband and I had a fantastic time staying at Sabine’s peaceful lake house getaway! The house was very clean and pictures on VRBO are spot on, she has provided all the comforts of home. We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

4 Nov, 2021

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

Perfection!

We all enjoyed our stay with Sabine. She’s a wonderful host, the fresh eggs and half and half were a wonderful touch and very much appreciated. What a lovely cabin…we loved it and will probably book with Sabine again!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

1 Nov, 2021

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

Definitely a 5 stars vacation. Absolutely beautiful. It was decorated perfectly .

Close to Clarksville and other fun town. They were all unique in their own way. Leaves were just starting to turn which made it even more spectacular. Sabine was very welcoming. She got back to me right away with any concerns. I highly recommend this quaint mountain home and hope to come back

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

14 Oct, 2021

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

Rainy paradise

Although it rained during our entire stay, it didn’t dampen our vacation. The house was actually perfect for relaxing and enjoying the rain both inside and out. It was also close enough to restaurants that we didn’t have to worry about the drive or weather. Thank you for having us and we would recommend your retreat to everyone.😊

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

14 Jul, 2021

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

One of my top 3 VRBO stays

Usually I spend weeks looking for the perfect vacation home. I picked this one early based solely on the excellent reviews. I could not have made a better choice. Sabine’s home checked all my fussy boxes. Comfort, spacious, clean, location (private yet within in short range of many conveniences and places to explore), a great kitchen and with excellent outdoor amenities. Truly the porch and fishing deck put our experience over the top. My family took advantage of the every aspect of Sabine’s lovely home. We had a couple of rainy days. We did not mind at all as it gave us an opportunity to chill on the deck, play board games, work on a puzzle and take luxurious naps in the in her cozy beds. I love cooking when I am on vacation. The kitchen was outfitted perfectly and made prepping meals a joy. I have an elderly father who has a few mobility issues. I am planning to make a return trip with him. I am confident he will enjoy himself and have no trouble getting around. Thank you for your hospitality and use of your wonderful home.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

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29 Jun, 2021

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

Relaxing Relaxing Relaxing

We had such a great time! The place is beautiful & cozy. We loved the eclectic art work throughout. Our Father's Day feast with family was fabulous (especially since the kitchen was so well stocked). They live close by & it was so wonderful to FINALLY spend some face-to-face time. We "tried" to fish but no luck (although we didn't really care). Also, it was so fascinating to watch the hummingbirds & listen to the frog orchestra at night. We'll be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sabine Head

Born and raised in Germany and after extensive traveling throughout Europe finally settled in the US. I spend 16 years in Ft.Lauderdale and enjoyed the last 12 years here in the beautiful NE Georgia mountains.
I am a certified personal Trainer (hence the exercise room in the basement) and I am now semi retired, just taking care of my guests (along with my husband, 2 dogs and a cat). We live about 20 min. away in Cornelia.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property in 2005, having looked at quite a few in this area I instantly fell in love with the location, the incredible view of the private lake and the feeling of total relaxation, a little piece of paradise indeed !

What makes this property unique

The main benefit of course is that our property is located on this wonderful lake, surrounded by mountains. Since the porch is quite high up on the back it really feels like you are living right in the trees, almost like a tree house with a lake and mountain view, can't beat that.