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Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities

Family-friendly holiday home in Ellijay

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Welcome to Nellie’s Place! We hope you enjoy your stay!!
Lots of space to enjoy at Nellie’s Place
Flat gravel covered parking and over 2000sq ft of space to enjoy!
Plenty of room to enjoy a meal
Private balcony and 55 inch TV in master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Ellijay Marketplace
  • Place, Ellijay River Vineyards
  • Place, Gilmer County Fairgrounds

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Kids Room

1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities

Quiet and tranquil 3 bed/2.5 bath house on Walnut Mountain. At Nellie's Place you'll find the main floor with a nice sized kitchen, beautiful dining room, and spacious living room. The kitchen is fully stocked with most of the kitchen supplies you would need. A Keurig and slow drip coffee are provided. There is a large island with two swivel barstools. In the dining room you will find a round table for 6 surrounded by windows. There is even a baby highchair provided. The living room seats 6 and has a 50 inch Smart TV and gas fireplace. The sunroom allows guests to enjoy the beautiful scenery without having to even go outside. There is also an outdoor deck that provides two shade umbrellas, a picnic table, and seating area to relax and enjoy the fresh air. Use the gas grill to make a delicious meal!

The master bedroom on the main floor has a comfy queen bed and private bathroom featuring two sinks, jetted garden tub, and separate shower. Also included in the master bedroom is a 55 inch TV, sitting area, and a private covered balcony to enjoy the mountain views. The main floor also offers a half bath with laundry room attached.

Upstairs you will find a large kids room with a twin daybed and trundle bed beneath. This room also has a 50 inch Smart TV, a kids play table, and a mini crib for a baby. The 2nd upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and sitting area. Located upstairs is a detached full bath with dual shower and tub to be shared by the kids room and the queen bedroom. Last but not least, a game room is located in the loft and includes board games, a card/board game table to seat 4, a foosball table, and bean bags.

All the roads on Walnut Mountain are paved and Nellie’s Place has flat parking area with a portico covering for two vehicles!

At Nellie's Place you are sure to feel rested and rejuvenated as you take in the fresh mountain air! The secluded location offers peace and quiet with plenty of wildlife, especially deer, birds, squirrels, and chipmunks. You'll be just a few minutes drive from complimentary tennis courts with pickleball lines, a basketball court, a playground, and a seasonal pool (open Saturday of Memorial Day weekend in May til Labor Day in September). There are also several lakes on the Walnut Mountain property where you can fish without a license. There is a trout fishing stream at the entrance to Walnut Mountain near the picnic area. (Georgia fishing license with trout stamp required). You will also find several hiking trails on the property and even a small waterfall.

If you need to do some work during your stay we have complimentary wifi able to handle zoom calls and all basic work essential needs. There are several places to work from in the cabin if you needed to find a quiet nook for that important zoom meeting or call as well.

Walnut Mountain is a gated community just outside of Ellijay, Ga and is known for its mountain views on ‘The Ridge.’ It is also historically know for Jimmy Carters retreat where he wrote several books down by Turniptown Creek.

What’s nearby
Downton Ellijay is just a short drive and offers a number of excellent restaurants and antique shops.

Blue Ridge is less than a 30-minute drive and offers the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, great restaurants, boutique shops, and coffee shops.

Amicalola Falls is a 30-minute drive and offers great hiking, picnicking, and of course the falls. If you are truly adventurous, you can hike the 8-mile approach trail to Springer Mountain, where the Appalachian Trail begins. If you desire to stay closer to home, you can also find multiple trails within the Walnut Mountain community.

You can also find white water rafting, tubing, rappelling, golf courses, amazing mountain drives, apple orchards in the fall, and local wineries all at your fingertips.

Keyless Entry
Complimentary Wifi
Nest Thermostat
Smart TV's

Pets are welcome on agreement of signing pet addendum and rental agreement. (Maximum two dogs potty trained and left in kennel when left alone. No cats allowed.)

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No Cats Allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If butts are found you will be charged

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Log out of Hulu, Netflix, Disney+
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Upon booking the guest confirms agreeing to the Rental Agreement.
Upon booking the guest confirms agreeing to the Pet Addendum (if applicable).
Treat Nellie’s Place as if it were your own and you won't need to worry about the damage 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
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

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Walnut Mountain, a neighbourhood in Ellijay, this holiday home is in the mountains. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Tabor House & Civil War Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Consider Cohutta Cove Mini Golf, or check out an event or a game at Sugar Creek Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Cartecay River - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Ellijay River Vineyards - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chili Dog - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nellie's Place- Quiet Mtn. Getaway with Scenic View, Wifi, & Community Amenities located?

This family-friendly Ellijay holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Rich Mountain Wilderness. Ellijay Marketplace and Cartecay River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and very comfortable. All the amenities we needed were there. Enjoyed the many hiking trails and deer in the neighbor. We had a wonderful time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Wonderful home

Great location and such a comfortable home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property. House was clean and ready for us when we arrived. Owner responded quickly when we had an issue with the gate. Our son enjoyed the games upstairs and the kids room. I do wish the secondary bedroom upstairs had a TV, but we ended up just going and buying one. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Nellies Place

Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha E.

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

Exceptionally clean and comfortable home!

This is a lovely, exceptionally clean home, filled with quality furnishings and fully equipped for a most enjoyable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Ellijay 2024

Beautiful property in a quiet, tranquil neighborhood. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Winter Get Away

We enjoyed the house. The space was great for 2 couples. The lay out is nice. With work areas and area to relax. The deer stopping by was a great plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Family vacay

Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ken and Barbara M.

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

Enjoyed it

Home was clean and well-equipped. We used the grill and enjoyed eating on the deck. Community was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Revival Stay

A fellow preacher and I helped in a revival at a local church. This was a great place for us to rest and refresh between services. My family and his wife loved the stay. It was comfortable and clean and offered the quietness and peace that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Excellent Choice

The property was perfect! It was just as advertised, had a wonderful cozy and comfortable feel, was well stocked and very relaxing. I have already suggested to other people that they consider booking it. I would definitely rebook this property. My daughter and I loved it. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

We enjoyed our Christmas at Nellie’s place

We had an enjoyable mountain stay away from the FL heat. The house was nicely decorated for Christmas. We loved the large dining room table and Mountain View’s. The town was close by for an afternoon lunch and shopping. We loved our hike at Amicalola Falls. Our host was excellent at getting back to us quickly and check in / out was a breeze. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the cleanest property we have ever stayed in. Great Five Star! The only issue we had is there was a basket on the kitchen counter that said complimentary snacks. There weren't any snacks which was OK because we brought our own. Great quit place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

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

Immaculate retreat on Walnut Mountain top

Brandon was a fantastic host, his preparation and attention to detail took all the guesswork out of planning, driving and moving into our new home for the long weekend. This was our first trip with our 14month old and Brandon even set up a crib and nursery to ensure everyone enjoyed their stay. Mom loved the oversized master bathtub and we all gathered around the easy to use gas fireplace each evening. I would easily book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corrine F.

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

Summer getaway

It was a beautiful home in a really nice location. They had board games at the house and a foosball table, which was great for those rainy days. There was a lot to do just in the resort area itself. They had kid friendly hiking trails, nature trails, tennis courts, basketball court with adjustable height for kids. The pool was fantastic! Definitely bring your own tennis racket and balls, basketball and floats for the pool. The location was fantastic, with easy access to the grocery store and several great little towns, hiking trails, orchards, and other family friendly activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake V.

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

Mountain Family Paradise!!!

Nellie's Place was perfect for our family of five! The thoughtful attention to detail of this home made it such a special place to stay. Walnut Mountain had amazing short trails, small water fall, fishing lakes and streams to play in during the day. The kids enjoyed the massive pool and tennis courts in the evenings. The home is located close to downtown Ellijay, Cartecay river tubing/fishing, apple barns, State parks; Amicalola falls & Fort Mountain so there is an abundance of things to do. We will be back at Nellie's Place in the future to make more memories!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charla C., Billings, Mt

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

PEACEFUL GETAWAY

This rental home is lovely. Very well equipped, with supplies (toilet paper, soap, laundry supplies, dishwashing soaps, Kleenex, etc) that aren’t often included. We especially enjoyed the beautiful fireplace since we had unusually cold weather most of our stay. The upstairs children’s room is incredibly sweet. If you are traveling with children, they will love that space. Peaceful and quiet, just the getaway we desired. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raquel L.

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

Wonderful

Everything was fantastic in this cabin. Such an easy getaway from Atlanta and we look forward to coming back! We have a 1 and a 5 year old, and having the crib and high chair was extremely convenient. The host has an eye for details and makes sure the guests have everything they need during the stay. There were labels everywhere, which we appreciated! The cabin is beautiful and very comfortable. The Fall foliage was beautiful during our stay. We loved lighting up the fireplace every evening after a day of activities. Thank you for being such amazing hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Glitch with the Lock -- Otherwise Perfect!

We booked this as a last-minute get-away. When we arrived the cyperlock did not let us in. Contacted Brandon and 10 minutes later the problem was solved and we were in. Looks like it was a problem with VRBO's keyless access system. I have an unusual phone number and the last 4 digits was just not acceptable. Brandon re-programed the lock and there was no further problem. The house is in perfect condition and very clean. The check-out process was the best ever. We just collected up the trash, loaded the dishwasher, got our stuff, locked up and left. The location is in a quiet, scenic location and quite nice. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Rooms very comfortable & well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting. House was great. Well stocked. Floors could have used some dusting. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie O.

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

First time in GA

Home was beautiful and so was the surroundings. Provided quality family downtime during a baseball tournament.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos T.

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

Outstanding!!!!!

This is our second stay at this property, and once again, we’re extremely satisfied. We plan to return every summer as long as we can
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area and lovely home. The host is very friendly and easy to get ahold of if you need anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

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

Great Place for Fall Vacation

We spent 2 weeks (Oct-Nov) at Nellie’s Place relaxing and enjoying the changing fall colors and views. Our favorite pastimes were looking out through the treetops taking in the abundant signs and sounds of nature…deer, squirrels, chipmunks, falling leaves and acorns. We spoke with the property manage on several occasions as questions arose and found him to be extremely responsive and helpful. The location was an easy drive to Ellijay, Blue Ridge and numerous orchards and wineries. We will definitely keep Nellie’s Place in mind for a future visit to the N Ga Mtns.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Liesenfelt

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My parents purchased this property for the quiet and peaceful location in the mountains. My wife and I manage the property along with Linda's Place next door. We love this location for great family getaways and think you will too!

Why they chose this property

We love the private community, the serene location, and that it is in the mountains but only a short drive to great places like Ellijay and Blue Ridge! The location offers peace and quiet but also amenities like Smart TVs and Wifi. Walnut Mountain allows their guests to use their 4 private lakes to fish without a license, play tennis, basketball, or swim in their community pool during the summer all complimentary.

What makes this property unique

The whole family can safely enjoy this property nestled in the woods. It is nice to have the tennis courts, basketball court, and kids play area only a short drive from our location. We also love the communal olympic swimming pool in the summer. The lakes are great for fishing and there are plenty of hiking trails to explore and see the wildlife.

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