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Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit

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A cabin with a deck and a dock, surrounded by trees, under a starry night sky.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a comfortable sofa.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden ceiling beams, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a black microwave.
A wooden gazebo with two swings, string lights, and a fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Chattahoochee National Forest
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Morganton, GA
  • Place, Chattahoochee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercier Orchards
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit

Welcome to The Rustic Ruby, a peaceful waterfront cabin near Blue Ridge, Georgia, where life slows down and the mountains invite you to breathe deep. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway or a quiet family escape, this cozy cabin offers comfort, nature, and the warm feeling of coming home.



Nestled among the trees with a small private lake right in the backyard, The Rustic Ruby is the kind of place where mornings start with coffee on the dock and evenings end around the custom fire pit under the stars. Spend your days curled up by one of the two gas fireplaces, fishing from the dock, playing games, or simply enjoying the peacefulness of the mountains.



Inside, the cabin is thoughtfully furnished, freshly updated, and fully stocked with everything you need to unwind. Outside, nature does the rest, the ducks visiting the pond, the soft rustle of the trees, the quiet that settles in like a blanket.



If you’re searching for a Blue Ridge cabin with a dock, fire pit, and tranquil waterfront views, The Rustic Ruby delivers the kind of stay guests rave about.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking in or near the property.
Must be at least 25 to book. No pets unless included in reservation. Cannot exceed max guest count, including children, unless agreed to by host.
After booking, our 3rd party insurance provider Truvi will contact you to complete guest verification and to choose a security deposit option.
Truvi improves protection for both hosts and guests. Guests must complete verification within 24 hours of booking, or reservation may be cancelled.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2685090vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Morganton

Located in Morganton, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Blue Ridge Lake and Coopers Creek Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Tank Town USA. The Lilly Pad Village and The Arts Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Morganton, GA

What's nearby

  • Chattahoochee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake Marina - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Mercier Orchards - 20 min drive - 20.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Provisions - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin w/ Private Pond · Dock & Fire Pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Blue Ridge Lake and Ocoee River. Morganton Point Recreation Area and Tank Town USA are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was small cute and out of the way which is exactly what we wanted. Was clean and comfortable. My only wish was the screened inporch had more comfortable seating. Had a small issue with the gas grill but the host communicated quickly and quickly fixed the issue. Fishing was slow but that was the weather being so hot and humid.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2026
We are glad to hear that our little cabin is what you were looking for to enjoy some peace and quiet. Thank you for the great review and we hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, cute lake, very peaceful place to stay. Had everything we could want or need!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2026
Thank you very much for the wonderful review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful getaway. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had an opportunity to relax. Thank you for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful property. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2026
Thank you for the great review. We are glad you were able to enjoy the peace and quiet, and that you had a wonderful stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent. Very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, private, quite but close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and that you found our cabin to be cozy and quiet. Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay. property as described
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2025
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay there. Very comfy cabin with everything we could've needed. Weather was perfect! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely excellent and cute little cabin. Extremely cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Looking for peace and quiet? This is the place. Here the stillness is deafening. The lake out back could not be more serene. The deer come down in the morning to drink, the fishing is quite good, and the different filtered shade on the property throughout the day is most beautiful. The cabin itself is very comfortable, secluded, and the screened porch out back is handy. Kitchen has been updated, and has a great view of the lake from the widows over the sink. Grocery stores are nearby in Blue Ridge. The people who live and work in the area are the best, very friendly, and willing to help in any way,There is a bait shop close by, and the local fire/rescue department is right around the corner. Proximity to Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Ellijay, and Murphy, NC was a real plus.Looking to get away...this is a real "getaway"!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2026
We deeply appreciate that wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at our little mountain retreat. We love the peace and quiet, and yet the proximity to so many great places and adventure. The people of Blue Ridge are amazing and we cherish our visits too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for our Spring Break trip with our three kids - ages 14, 11, and 9. Most mornings they were out there fishing in their pajamas. We loved that the cabin was cozy, had everything we needed and more, and was only a short drive if we wanted to venture out. The kids loved the HOT tub (it was actually hot) and the fire pit was a nightly activity! Such a wonderful place to spend with family. We will definitely keep this place in mind when we visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Sounds like everyone had a wonderful time! So glad the kids enjoyed the fishing, the fire pit, and the hot tub. We'd love to host you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fifth Year in a Row.

Our family loves our yearly spring getaway to the Rustic Ruby! My boys love to fish in the pond while I relax and read my books. We adventure out some and explore all Blue Ridge has to offer, but our favorite time is the peace we find at the cabin. Thank you for the comfort, peace, and memories.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2026
We are honored to host you and the family every year, and we are glad you choose to stay at The Rustic Ruby!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delightful and quaint place to stay

Our visit was wonderful. The cottage was a cute quaint place to stay. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Long Weekend Getaway!

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin! The location was perfect, peaceful, scenic, and close to everything we needed. The amenities were thoughtfully provided and made our stay comfortable and relaxing. The cabin was exceptionally clean, which we truly appreciated. The host was incredibly attentive and responsive, making the entire experience seamless from start to finish. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a cozy, well-maintained getaway
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great couples getaway

Cute red cabin perfect for a getaway with your significant other. Hot tub, fire pit, grille, 15 min from downtown blue ridge
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2025
Thanks so much for the wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed your getaway!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet getaway

This was a great spot for a quiet getaway for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2024
Thank you for the review and for choosing to stay at our property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rustic Ruby was wonderful! It was so cozy and well appointed. The master bedroom was perfect with access to the screened porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2025
We're thrilled you enjoyed the cozy vibe and layout of the property. Your pictures highlight how peaceful it is at The Rustic Ruby. Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our family had a wonderful time here

The property was exactly as described and depicted in photos. My family had a wonderful time. The hosts were excellent and responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2025
We’re so glad you had a wonderful time and you enjoyed your stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice clean place

Nice quaint place to stay, everything was so clean, plenty of accessories we needed for our 4 night stay.. location was pretty neat anywhere we wanted to go!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Everything was as advertised and we were very pleased!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2023
Thank you very much for the 5 stars and we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cabin for fishing and relaxing

We enjoyed our time at Rustic Ruby. Fishing was fun along with the hot tub and s’mores at the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much for the great review. We loved hosting you and your family and we’re glad you enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our 3 night stay! We caught and released over 20 fish! So much fun watching the squirrels play in the trees and seen deer everytime we left and come back to the Rustic Ruby!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

This a great place to stay, out of the way and quiet, nice view from the patio, just a cute and cozy place. Will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2023
Thank you for the 5 stars and we're very glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

The cabin was very clean and well stocked. The hosts were very responsive and checked in to make sure that everything was good for our stay. We really enjoyed fishing the pond, played cornhole & were not too far from the couple waterfall hikes we did.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rustic Ruby was exceptionally clean, comfortable beds and furniture. Sitting on the porches, swinging by the fire pit or fishing off the dock was just the comfy hug we needed. The cabin had all the accommodations with a few extra special touches that made us feel welcomed. Hope to return one day and enjoy this special gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Sounds like you had a wonderful, relaxing getaway. Thank you so much for the great review and we would love to have you stay again!

About the host

Hosted by Dustin Turner

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We’re a family who loves to travel, explore new places, and revisit the destinations that feel like home. Over the years, that love for adventure naturally grew into a passion for creating unforgettable stays for others. We personally self-manage our vacation rentals and also co-host for owners who want the same level of care and attention we pour into our own properties. To us, vacation rentals are first and foremost a customer service business. Every detail matters, every guest matters, and we’re committed to delivering the kind of experience we’d want for our own family. Our goal is simple: 5-star stays, meaningful memories, and homes that feel warm the moment you walk in. We’re grateful to share these spaces with you and hope they bring rest, joy, and connection during your time away.

Why they chose this property

Couples craving a reset: light the fireplace, pour a glass of wine, and let the pond do the talking — a genuinely private, romantic cabin with no shared walls and no neighbors in view. Families with young kids: two bedrooms plus a pullout sleep five, the yard is 2.5 acres to explore, and the dock offers calm water for a first fishing lesson. Anglers and outdoor trips: the pond holds bass, trout, catfish, and bluegill, with the fire pit and grill making an easy basecamp between casts. Multi-generational groups: grandparents get the quiet primary suite with its own fireplace, everyone reconvenes on the screened deck for meals with a water view.

What makes this property unique

What makes The Rustic Ruby truly special? ✨ Waterfront Setting A private pond just steps from the back door is rare in the Blue Ridge area. Sip coffee on the dock, watch the ducks glide across the water, or cast a line and enjoy quiet fishing moments. ✨ Cozy Cabin Charm + Modern Comforts Two gas fireplaces—one in the living room and one in the primary bedroom—create warm, romantic ambiance year-round. Updated interiors and thoughtful amenities make the cabin feel clean, fresh, and inviting. ✨ Relaxation-Ready Outdoor Spaces Unwind and roast marshmallows at the custom fire pit, dine outdoors, or settle into nature’s rhythm under the trees. ✨ Perfect for Both Couples & Families Whether you're celebrating an anniversary or bringing the kids for an unplugged escape, this cabin offers spaces for connection, comfort, and memory-making. ✨ Close to Everything—but Peacefully Tucked Away Only 15 minutes from Downtown Blue Ridge, yet nestled on a quiet gravel driveway off a paved road. Easy to reach, easy to explore, and wonderfully serene. ✨ Caring, Responsive Hosts This is our family cabin, and we care deeply about keeping it clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Guests regularly mention our quick communication and attention to detail.

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