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Clear Creek Family Retreat

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Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
Children's area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Cartecay Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ellijay Marketplace
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dalton, GA (DNN-Dalton Municipal)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Lower level suite

Toilet · Shower only

Upper level suite

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clear Creek Family Retreat

Peaceful Rustic Waterfront Cabin, Family and Pet Friendly
Clear Creek Cabin Family Retreat is located in Ellijay, home of the famous “Georgia Apple Festival” and only about 20 minutes from historic downtown Blue Ridge, where adventure, unique shopping, and fabulous dining await you.
This adorable cabin is located right off of Misty Valley Lane in Ellijay, GA with the Clear Creek flowing through the backyard. It is the perfect place to enjoy time with family and friends or that someone special. Clear Creek merges with the well-known Cartecay River which is a hot spot for tubing, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing.
Clear Creek Cabin & Family Retreat has 2 floors. The first (ground) floor has 1 bedroom w/ queen bed, 1 bathroom (stand up shower), kitchen, breakfast nook, and living room. Living room has a couch, loveseat. The second floor has 2 bedrooms one with a queen bed and the other has 2 twin beds, 1 bathroom (shower/tub), kitchen, dining area and living room. The living room has a large couch, loveseat, and recliner. All beds have been replaced with new high quality orthopedic mattresses (12/2020). Both floors living room furniture have been replaced with new high-quality couches, loveseats, and recliner’s (12/2020). The ground floor has a covered drive-through carport in front. In the back there is a covered porch with patio furniture seating six. Also an open deck with a grill and hot tub. The second floor has a walk around fully covered porch with rocking chairs in the front and rear to enjoy the scenery. You also have a huge rock fire pit creek side for roasting marshmallows or just enjoying a campfire. At the end of the day, take time to relax in the hot tub overlooking the river to ensure a good night’s rest.
This cabin is fully furnished and includes the following: 2 fully equipped kitchens: refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, glassware, crock pot, utensils, cutlery, pots, and pans. Linens for each bed, 2 bath towels, 1 hand towel and 1 washcloth per person listed on the guest list. There are dressers and closets for clothing storage, a smart TV with Netflix on both floors, Wi-Fi, and a propane gas grill on each floor. Please note that there is not a land line phone and cell phone reception is sketchy. In addition we will provide start up supplies of: toilet paper (1 roll each bathroom), paper towels (1 roll each kitchen), 4 kitchen garbage bags, hand soap in each bathroom & kitchen & dishwashing liquid. The only items you will need to bring will be food, beverages, and condiments.
Close by area attractions: Ellijay Apple Festival, Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, Fort Mountain State Park, Amicalola Falls State Park, Cartecay Vineyards, Ocoee River, HWY 52 Apple houses, Lake Blue Ridge, Carters Lake
Things to do: fishing, hiking, swimming, tubing, white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, biking, boating, horseback riding, golf.
Pets are allowed. There will be a fee of $75.00 per pet/per stay w/ signed pet agreement.
All reservations will have a $50 non-refundable booking fee
Discounts are offered for returning guests CABIN SLEEPS 6 PEOPLE.

THINGS TO DO;
Fall Brandon Falls {dog friendly}
Amicalola Falls State Park [Waterfalls] Dawsonville Ga 30354 706-265-8888
Talking Rock Town Park {Good for Kids}
Historic downtown Ellijay with dining and antique stores all along the square

Property manager

Windy

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Extra children may have to sleep on couches
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small, low key gatherings of 10 or less please
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please sign and email pet policy prior to arrival
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Travel Insurance recommended. No refunds for weather conditions, power outages or natural disasters.
Hot Tub Policy found in handbook Excessive sand that requires a water change will result in a $75 charge deducted from the security deposit.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: small, low key gatherings of 10 or less please
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

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Chateau Meichtry and Cartecay Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Water tubing and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Chateau Meichtry - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cartecay Vineyards - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family II - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shane's Rib Shack - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clear Creek Family Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Clear Creek Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clear Creek Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clear Creek Family Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Cartecay River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chateau Meichtry and Chattahoochee National Forest. Cartecay Vineyards and Pig Hill of Fame are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 69 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great stay

Had a really great time and the cabin was so nice and fully stocked can't wait to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Cabin easter

Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Gorgeous Rustic Cabin, Beautiful Property

This was our second stay at this cabin. We love its rustic, cozy feel and the property is absolutely beautiful. One of our favorite features is the wrap around balcony with an abundance of seating for family and friends. The lower apartment was perfect for my mother-in-law. Stone steps take you down to the creekfront, where you can sit in chairs right next to the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Great mountain get away.

House was in good shape, hot tub and stream running behind house were great. Had some issues with the neighbors dog but Pam was responsive and helped us out. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Juliana B.

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

Rainy weekend

The property was clean and right on a little river - a nice hideaway to spend a rainy weekend with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jara J., Sweetwater

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

We will be back!

This property was perfect for what we were looking for and more! My favorite things about this rental is that it’s on a clean beautiful creek with sitting area, has hot tub, fire pit, views from the complete wrap around porch, horseshoes, hammocks, and privacy! We enjoyed our time immensely!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Alexa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Quiet area

Great place for adults, do not bring your children here there are wild dogs. We couldn’t stay outside because of the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Character!

We rent a lot of cabins throughout Blue Ridge, Ellijay, Helen, etc. And never has there been one with as much charm and character. We would love to come back again in the summer and enjoy all this place has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

We come back every year!

We have fallen in love with this property and come back every October to relax and go apple picking. We love to have fires in the fire pit and soak in the hot tub. The kids stay upstairs and the adults stay downstairs so we all have our privacy and then come together. The orchards and wineries in the area are wonderful. Everything is clean and we had everything we needed. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Julia M.

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

Great little Hideaway

We loved staying at Clear Creek! My kids had a blast in the water! So much so, that we barely even used the hot tub. The only "negative" feedback were the ants if food wasn't closed up entirely and any dirty dishes were left out, but I guess that's expected when you're in a rural area. Overall, rate it a 10, though
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie L.

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

Family Christmas

The cabin is small but cozy and has everything you could imagine you would need.. Extremely child and pet friendly grounds .. The new furniture and mattress were a huge plus.. We enjoyed hours of coffee, porch and fire pit sitting .. Jacuzzi was hot and clean.. Stocked with plenty of towels and blankets, yard toys for the children plus games in the cabin.. We will be back in the summer for some water therapy..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry S., Woodstock

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

Family retreat and getaway

The property was ideal for our two day getaway. I was glad to see an ample supply of firewood even though we brought bundles! The fire pit turned out to be the center of our gathering. The profile does not do it justice! Kind of felt like a visit to gramma and grandpa s 😀. Grandkids and dog had a ball running around the yard and running down to the stream.!! All were exhausted and slept well. Kitchen was well provisioned. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frank & Valerie W.

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

Grateful Family Thanksgiving

What a beautiful place to spend Thanksgiving! With adult children and their kids, there was something for everyone to have a relaxed, fun time. Fishing in the beautiful creek, campfires in the fire pit, horseshoe tournaments and everything from a sandbox to yard games for the little ones. The deer came morning and evening and even played with a dog from nearby! And top it off with a well kept hot tub it doesn’t get better! The whole cabin was warm and inviting. Thank you so much for sharing this place. It is truly a family retreat. Great job!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Columbus, GA

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

Cool mountain getaway

The cabin was the right size for our family of 5. We thought the outside only stairs to the lower level were strange. Our 2 young adult sons down there probably enjoyed it though. We enjoyed both the hot tub and the creek. They were very relaxing and refreshing after a day of hiking. Loved the information in the cabin about the area. The cell phone connection was spotty as mentioned but the internet connection was spotty also.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Best vacation ever !

Took a weekend with friends and brought the dogs! Dog’s had an absolute blast! Oh my goodness! The creek was amazing, don’t be afraid to put the chairs in the water and pour yourself a drink. Hours of nothing but peaceful, private relaxation. Place was spotless, everything I could think of that I needed, I had. The place comes with everything inside and out. Outdoor fireplace is awesome, outdoor games, hammock and wrap around porch to watch the deer, made our trip so memorable. Rent this place if you want absolute privacy, peace and quiet. Thank you Windy for being an amazing host, we will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alexandra G.

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

Nice place

It was nice and I'm definitely not complaining. We lived the outside. The yard is amazing and it is right on a creek. We had campfires and it was absolutely beautiful. The inside is TINY and cramped. The beds and furniture were very uncomfortable and in need of updating. The shower was unpleasant and it was very musty inside the home. Again, we are not complaining just want to let anyone else know who may want to stay. Its not quite what we expected inside but the outside was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

Great location with lots to do.

Cabin is located directly in clear Creek which was very nice and relaxing. Our 5 year old loved picking rocks in the creek and looking for "gold" and treasure. Cabin had a nice homey feel and a lot of decorations. Main level of the cabin had 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom with laundry room, a full kitchen and family room area with a trundle bed and a recliner. The upstairs is only accessible from outside the main level, which is a little inconvenient, but has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a full kitchen and a dining area and family room. The entire upstairs haS an entire wrap around porch with plenty of room for sitting and eating. The hot tub was a nice way to relax at night after putting the kids to bed. Overall we would definitely recommend this cabin and look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

sarah c.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time.Pam was right there at anytime we texted even before we checked in .The cabin made us feel like a family home and at a family members home ..The clear creek was amazing ,We enjoyed the hot tub,sitting on the up porch watching the dear every morning and evening earring the corn ,watching humming birds ,tubes down Clear creek .We brought our little family dog and she really enjoyed it .Both upstairs and down stairs are equipped with very thing you need for two different families of you have a big family or two families . I would say this was a outstanding find and very relaxing .The wrap around porch was amazing .and so many different places to sit all around the whole place from little children chairs ,rocking chairs ,lawn chairs,hammocks, picnic tables and out door shower was great after creek or hot tub Beautiful all the way even the drive . Thanks so much for having us The Clark's from Sarasota Fla
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

M S.

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

Nice get away

The property is huge! Fire pit, horseshoes, creek, hot tub. Downside is someone is building on one side, sadly takes away from the privacy. It could use a groundskeeper or someone to come hive the outside a good landscape so it’s more useable. The inside is very cozy and has a great home feeling. It is one cabin but two separate entrances. Makes it perfect for a group. Upstairs has a huge wrap around deck, amazing place to sip morning coffee. It also has 2 bedrooms 1 bath full kitchen. Downstairs has 1 room 1 bath and walk out access to the hot tub. There are beautiful hiking spots all over but other than that there isn’t much to do in town. It was a perfect place to get away from everything and everyone, the perfect place to enjoy doing absolutely nothing but enjoying your day. Host is easily available. Very pet friendly, our dogs loved roaming and playing in the creek.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

tabby c., Cumming, Georgia

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

Awful

Pam was nice but not helpful. Stayed here for wknd to look at potential purchase of property in ellijay area. First day kitchen sink leaked so couldn’t use it had to use bathroom sink to fill coffee pot etc, that night while we were sleeping carbon monoxide detector went off called pam no answer had to turn off heat & open door it was freezing outside so very cold that night, 2nd night power went out & couldn’t turn on heater because of the carbon monoxide so 2 nights with no heat & power stayed out so we decided to pack up & go home @ 8 in the morning because we couldn’t make coffee shower etc. Upstairs we never used because when we arrived and viewed the property with Pam there was a gas smell that even Pam acknowledged & told us it was because the owner had just been there & left that morning so we opt to stay downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Wonderful weekend!

We had some difficulty with checking in (codes were not texted to us as promised), but once we were in, we had a wonderful time. This is our second year staying here for our annual family apple picking, and we love this house! The kids can stay upstairs while the parents relax downstairs. We had a fire in the fire pit and enjoyed the hot tub. It was too cold for the creek, but we took long walks and enjoyed the scenery. We particularly like the B.J. Reece orchard nearby. Definitely recommend this property; we will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M M.

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

Nice stay.

Super cute cabin, especially for pre teens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

SWEET Retreat!

This rental could not have been more perfect for our family's wants this vacation. The stream, the gracious hosts, the little family things (sandbox, swing, wonderful firepit, tubes, multiple outdoor seatings, wraparound porch, etc.) just made the trip. It's not cushy resort style, just good, comfortable, relaxing country living. The only downside was a neighbor's dog. Not dangerous, just a little annoying. All in all, a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Celebrating a 60th birthday

2 adults and 2 fur babies. We all loved this property. Hot tub under the stars with a full moon was perfect for our relaxation trip. Lots to do or just sit back and watch nature. Birds and squirrels were very busy during our mid-March visit. Anthony or Janice were always there for us for our questions. Wonder property!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Barbara V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

It was okay

Good: Seamless Check-in Privacy Creek view Wrap around porch Separate apartment for family that wanted their own space/privacy (for two). Fire pit Deer visits Beds were comfy Linens were clean Decorated for Christmas Hot tub Need improvement: -Upstairs needs a deep clean -Decor fell on my head when I closed (not slammed) a kitchen cabinet. Not usually a big deal, but it was painful. -Upstairs bathroom decor (porcelain dogs) cluttered the space that could be used by guests. -Although disclosed, one roll of toilet tissue for each bathroom for an 8 guest house doesn’t make sense. I paid a little over $2,000 for a one week stay, I would think they could spring for 2 rolls per bathroom. I left extra rolls for the next guest (hopefully). -“Kitchen fully stocked” meant between the two kitchens. I found myself having to go down stairs to the separate “apartment” to find kitchen items that I needed to cook with upstairs…a lot. -Needs a butcher block of sharp knives. I cooked breakfast and dinner there and it was tough without a variety of knives, especially sharp ones. -Needs some type of pantry on each level. I brought a lot of food and had no place to put it. Had to walk around boxes of food all week. The upstairs desk area could be a possibility for a pantry. -I did all the cooking upstairs and made a lot of casseroles. The gas oven wasn’t cooking the center of anything, which was frustrating. I didn’t try the oven downstairs so I can’t speak to that one. -Had to FaceTime audio if I needed to call a family member downstairs. Connection wasn’t that great, but it is in the mountains. I could surf the internet 99% of the time without issue though. -I think landscaping would go along way with this place. (My opinion of course) Just a FYI for future renters: -The upstairs is really small. -Hardly any counter space downstairs. -If you want luxury, this isn’t it. If you are a snob who looks for things to complain about, do not stay here. -If you don’t like cabin/country/thrift shop decor, you won’t like the decor. -If you don’t like mixed matched kitchen wares, you won’t like the kitchens.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

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