Cozy Bear Retreat - Game room, private, fire pit

Summary:

Cozy Bear Retreat is a family escape just minutes off the main highway providing easy access to Blue Ridge and Blairsville with all paved roads to the property. This dog friendly quaint cabin, nestled in the woods and secluded from others, features a full game room that is sure to please, two living areas, large level yard, fire pit, screen porch and natural beauty to enjoy! Whether you are looking for a base cabin for all your adventures or a quite peaceful escape, this is the place for you!



The Space:

Located just off highway 515, Cozy Bear Retreat provides excellent proximity to Blairsville (11 minutes) and Blue Ridge (19 minutes) offering restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and all the attractions the area offers.



Blairsville is a quaint community known for its southern charm, beautiful parks, hiking trails, pristine lakes, great restaurants, and amazing wineries. There are so many activities to enjoy and the scenery is amazing!



Blue Ridge has a wonderful downtown, offering amazing restaurants, shops, Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, craft breweries, and activities for the family. The Aska region is known as the Trout fishing capital of Georgia and offers numerous hiking trails, waterfalls, and tubing.



Cozy Bear Retreat is your gateway to enjoy everything the North Georgia Mountains has to offer!



The property is located in a gated community and just two easy turns to the property. The gentle sloping driveway brings you to an open lot, with lots of areas for kids to explore, room for family games or just enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the mountains!



You will enter the cabin directly to the open living room, dining and kitchen area. You will love the comfortable furniture, recliners and coziness around the fireplace! There is plenty of space for the entire family to gather to make memories and enjoy their time together.



Just off the living room is the screen porch with rocking chairs, and grill overlooking the backyard and small kids pond.



The fully appointed kitchen is spacious, has lots of cabinets and counter space, to create those perfect family meals. It has a Keurig and coffee pot to provide that perfect start to your day! The dining area will seat six comfortably.



The hallway leads to the laundry room on the left, full bathroom on the right and the two bedrooms at the end.



The queen master bedroom is located to the left and has a smart TV. It has a full bathroom featuring a separate jetted bathtub and walk-in shower. The other bedroom is to the right and features a full bed and smart TV.



The downstairs has been fully renovated and offers a more modern experience. It has a fully tiled floor, cozy living area, and full bathroom. There is a large queen bedroom located on this floor, with a smart TV and the perfect private escape for adults or kids.



The crown jewel is the full game room located on the lower floor. It includes shuffleboard, air hockey, foosball, pool table, darts, card table, Ms. Pac Man arcade game, large checker board, connect four, and multiple board games. It is sure to be a favorite for the entire family!



You will have access to the backyard from this floor. The yard is large and flat creating the perfect outdoor playground for your kids. They can explore the woods, feed the fish in the small pond, or create their own backyard games. In addition, the family can enjoy the fire pit, hammock, and outdoor furniture soaking in the freshness of the mountain air!



Your fur babies are welcome. We will allow up to two dogs with a weight limit of 50 lbs. We ask that your dogs are crated when you are away. The owners respectively ask that you not allow your dogs on the furniture or beds.



We can’t wait for you to visit and enjoy this beautiful property at Cozy Bear Retreat!



Some of our favorite places:

Living Waters Winery - 11 minutes - 5.8 miles

Vogel State Park - 25 minutes - 19 miles

Meeks Park - 9 minutes - 7.8 miles

Brasstown Bald - 38 minutes - 25.7 miles

Blairsville Brewing Company - 12 minutes - 8.9 miles

Grumpy Old Men Brewery - 21 minutes - 16.6 miles

The Sawmill Place Restaurant - 13 minutes - 9.9 miles

Hole in the Wall Restaurant - 11 minutes - 8.9 miles

Lake Nottely Marina - 13 minutes - 10.1 miles



Amenities:

-Unlimited WIFI - 380/65

-Game room - shuffleboard, air hockey, foosball, pool table, darts, games, arcade game, high top table

-Smart TV - Large screen TV's in both living areas (main level and lower level), wall-mounted TV's all bedrooms

-Main level Livingroom - sofa, loveseat, recliner, coffee table, 65" smart TV, coffee table, rug, gas fireplace, 65" smart tv

-Lower level Livingroom - sofa, two recliners, electric fireplace, 55" smart TV, table, lamps

-Kitchen - fully equipped, electric stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, drip coffee maker, Keurig (cups provided)

-Bedrooms - queen main level, full main level, queen lower level - smart TV's in all

-Bathrooms - three bathrooms - main level master bath (shower, jetted tub), main level (shower), lower level (shower)

-Laundry - main level hallway - washer and dryer

-Central HVAC

-Full house filtration system

-Screened porch

-Gas grill - main level porch

-Fire pit - wood not provided

-Gated community, paved roads to the cabin, gravel driveway

-Flat yard



UCSTR License #: 033206



Guest Access:

The electronic door code will be provided one day prior to your arrival.



You will have full access to the property with the exception of the owner's closet and zip line.



The Neighborhood:

This is a private gated community, with paved road access. The gate closes at 5pm and a code will be provided for your stay.



Getting Around:

The location is excellent and conveniently located between Blairsville and Blue Ridge. It has easy access to the main highway (515) that runs directly to both towns in opposite directions.



Some of the more popular attractions and locations are:

Living Waters Winery - 11 minutes - 5.8 miles

Vogel State Park - 25 minutes - 19 miles

Meeks Park - 9 minutes - 7.8 miles

Brasstown Bald - 38 minutes - 25.7 miles

Blairsville Brewing Company - 12 minutes - 8.9 miles

Grumpy Old Men Brewery - 21 minutes - 16.6 miles

The Sawmill Place Restaurant - 13 minutes - 9.9 miles

Hole in the Wall Restaurant - 11 minutes - 8.9 miles

Lake Nottely Marina - 13 minutes - 10.1 miles



Other Things to Note:

Privacy:

Other properties are in the neighborhood. We ask that you please respect the owners privacy and comply with private property signs.



Pets:

Dogs only - All dogs must be kept on a leash when outside. Poop bags and dog bowls are

provided for your furry family members. The number of dogs is limited to two and each must be

under 50 lbs. The owners respectfully request you crate your dog while away and to keep them

off the beds and furniture



Trash and Litter:

Trash pickup service is provided on Monday. If the trash cans are full upon arrival, please contact the property management office. All trash must be bagged and placed into the two trash cans provided. Our nature friends love to make a mess when this is not done and the trash companies will not pick up loose trash. Also if you exceed the capacity of the trash cans before pickup it is your responsibility to remove and take to the disposal locations at:



348 Transfer Station Lane Blairsville, GA 30512

139 GA-325 Blairsville, GA 30512



Wildlife:

North Georgia is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears, snakes, raccoons, and other wild animals that may occasionally be encountered in forested areas and around the property. Please use caution when outside, keep a safe distance from wildlife, never approach or feed animals, and ensure doors, windows, and trash containers are properly secured.



Quiet time:

Please keep your noise to a minimum between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. both inside and outside. This includes fire pits, and porches. Sound travels easily in the mountains and can disturb unseen guests.



Smoking Policy:

This property is a NO SMOKING property of any kind



Cancellation Policy:

Credit card processing fees ~3% are non refundable for VRBO reservations.