11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails

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Exterior
backside of Lodge
Exterior
Gourmet kitchen with commercial grade oven/stove
Covered bridge over stream with lodge in the background
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • GymGymGym

Explore the area

Map
Ellijay, GA
  • Popular LocationGilmer County Fairgrounds16 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarters Lake16 min drive
  • Popular LocationEllijay Marketplace17 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bunkhouse - Bedroom 9

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse - Bedroom 10

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunkhouse - Bedroom 11

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom 2 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite Bedroom 3 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed

Suite Bedroom 4 w / en Suite Bath

2 Queen Beds

Suite Bedroom 5 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed

Suite Bedroom 6 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed

Suite Bedroom 7 w / en Suite Bath

1 King Bed

Suite Bedroom 8 w / en Suite Bath

2 Queen Beds

9 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bottom Floor Common Area

Toilet

Bottom Floor Double Queen Room

Toilet · Shower only

Bottom Floor King Room

Toilet · Shower only

Bunkhouse Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Common Area

Toilet

Main Floor King Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor Double Queen Room

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor King Room #1

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor King Room #2

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor King Room #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor King Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails

✔ 11 luxury bedrooms & 10 full bathrooms
✔ Gourmet kitchen & large dining room
✔ Wrap-around porches with views of our bucolic valley
✔ Patio with outdoor chimney, grill, & smoker
✔ Private 18-hole disc golf course
✔ 4 private trails (~2.5 miles total) that begin at the front door!
✔ Covered bridges, pavilions, and observation decks
✔ Catch-and-release pond and guided trout fishing from stream
✔ On-property activities & add-on experiences
✔ Equipped indoor gym

Entering this private mountain oasis, you will be overwhelmed with the natural beauty of the secluded valley which is now your own private retreat. The Lodge and accompanying Bunkhouse offer 11 beautifully appointed bedrooms, large living rooms, a library, gourmet kitchen, wrap-around porches, stone patios, and an indoor exercise facility.

This luxurious Lodge is best suited for small corporate retreats, group & church leadership retreats, intimate weddings, family getaways, and the like who are looking for a high-quality environment to conduct gatherings. We offer help with itinerary development & local recommendations. Special events are allowed on property with an event agreement and an additional event charge.

***Please note that our nightly base rate is based on 15 people. For each additional guest there is a per person per night fee of $85 up to 25 maximum guests.***

Lodge: Two king suites plus six deluxe bedrooms each with its own en-suite bath. The Lodge also contains a gourmet kitchen, indoor exercise room, small library with fireplace, dining and living space with fireplace, and a media room perfect for meetings.

Bunkhouse: One king room; two combination bunkrooms each with a queen bed and bunkbeds. More than just bedrooms, the Bunkhouse is a fully furnished home with a full-size kitchen, living and dining space, and furnished porch with charcoal and gas grilles.

Walnut Grove is a 280-acre retreat. We make every effort to meticulously maintain the dwellings, pavilions, fields, gravel roads, hiking trails, ponds, patios and lushly landscaped areas, all for enjoyment of our guests. As well, we are a working farm with crops and laying hens. This requires that staffing is typically on the property at all times to ensure our guests have the highest quality experience in a beautiful natural setting. We make every effort to have our property management greet your party to welcome you, orient you to the property, and show you how to use the audio and other systems!

Included Amenities & Activities:
- Private 18-hole disc golf course
- Outdoor games: cornhole sets, badminton/volleyball net & supplies, horseshoes, bocce ball, spikeball, etc
- Children’s outdoor playset
- Private hiking trails
- Picnic pavilions, observation decks, etc
- Catch-and-release fishing supplies
- Guidebook of recommendations for dining, catering/private chefs, and local attractions
- S’mores kit included with every stay!

Add-on Experiences:
- Rent Your Own Private Mountain at Tails Creek with exclusive use of our trail system leading to 4 private vistas overlooking the surrounding mountains!
- Outdoor movie night / Tailgating / Presentation screen (can be used in daylight) – includes seating & a popcorn machine
- Tai Chi lessons on the stream
- Fly fishing lessons for 1-3 people or large group sessions

Visit the nearby quaint mountain towns of Ellijay and Blue Ridge to enjoy a delicious dining experience, along with local art and antique shops, boutiques, coffee shops, chocolatiers, and so much more. Or schedule a group tour of the local orchards, wineries, & breweries!

You will have an unforgettable experience enjoying our lodge and exploring the valley once inhabited by the Cherokee Indians and discovering all that the North Georgia mountains have to offer. In fact, you might want to make it your home away from home!

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Also, please check out our sister property located on the South Georgia coast!

EMMA’S DRIFTWOOD FARM
Featuring a pool, Party Barn event pavilion, 2 docks, and many more included amenities, Emma’s Driftwood Farm offers the opportunity to book your own private resort experience! The 5 luxury farm homes, sleeping 35 total guests, can be reserved individually or together to provide exclusive use of the farm amenities.

Property manager

Heidi George
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cohutta Overlook and Rich Mountain Wilderness are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Cohutta Wildlife Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 16 min drive
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 16 min drive
  • Carters Lake - 16 min drive
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 17 min drive
  • Fort Mountain State Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panaderia La Mexicana - 14 min drive
  • Hot Chix Buffalo Wings & BBQ Sauces - 19 min drive
  • Birthday & Special Occasions - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 11-BR Lodge perfect for retreats & reunions - 280 private acres w/ hiking trails located?

This family-friendly Ellijay lodge is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ridgeway Recreation Area and Carters Lake. Woodridge Branch Recreation Area and Cohutta Overlook are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Micah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO rental ever
I’ve stayed at a number of Vrbo properties and this was hands down the best! The managers of the property were accommodating, attentive and extremely helpful. I could not know highly recommend this place. Absolutely beautiful and thoroughly impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
April 8-12
Awesome stay. Exactly what was expected, and more. Thank You!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It couldn’t have been any better
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ji Young L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a Perfect Getaway Spot
There were about 25 or so of us who got to experience the Lodge at Walnut Grove. To say it was above and beyond and completely exceeded our expectations would still be an understatement. The place was spectacular and immaculate. Every detail and amenity accounted for. We were there for a songwriting retreat, and apart from the ample space that we had, it also was simply inspiring because of the sheer beauty that we were surrounded by. We truly truly loved getting to stay here and enjoyed everything about it - start to finish. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful place for people to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heidi George

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