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Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!

Family-friendly lodge in Clayton with a fitness centre

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Outdoor dining
Ultimate "Coffee-with-a-view" from this Main Upstairs Bedroom Deck
Jet tub with its own hot water tank so you have plenty of hot water.
Blueberry fields in the backyard seen from the porch.
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
NZ$463
avg per night

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  • Place, Highlands Country Club
  • Place, Dry Falls
  • Place, Glen Falls

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

+1
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$463
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About the area

Clayton

Located in Clayton, this lodge is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Highlands Biological Station and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Highlands Playhouse and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Highlands Aerial Park and Cashiers Farmers Market. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Highlands Country Club - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Dry Falls - 16 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Glen Falls - 20 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Whiteside Mountain - 22 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rib Shack - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Madison's Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!

*JEWEL OF THE WOODS — Great Upgrades!*

Highlights

- 5 bedrooms (4 suites) — main suite with Tempur-Pedic mattress & mountain views from every room

- Chef’s kitchen with gas stove, 3 ovens, Insta-Pot, waffle iron & plenty of coffee options and fully goumet kitchen Items.

- 900+ sq ft covered patio with Big Green Egg, grill & breathtaking views

- Cozy fireplace & reliable Wi-Fi for streaming or Zoom calls

- Washer, dryer & two hot-water tanks

Outdoors

- Your own blueberry field plus nearly 7 acres of natural surroundings

- Close to hiking trails, waterfalls, rafting & more

- Watch for wildlife and drive carefully on mountain roads

Access

- Private, winding gravel road with low tree cover. Compact cars are fine, but very low vehicles or large RVs are not recommended. Drive slowly and enjoy the scenery!

Pets

- Pets welcome with a non-refundable $250 fee per animal

Perfect for (intimate groups — advance approval may be required)

- Family gatherings, reunions or retreats

- Small weddings, elopements, vow renewals & intimate ceremonies

- Company planning trips & board-level workshops (up to 10 participants + 2 facilitators)

- Yoga, wellness, art or writing retreats

- Nature photography Workshops

- Small dinner celebrations, anniversaries or holiday getaways (up to 12 people)

- Team offsites or corporate VIP retreats

- Longer stays to recharge in the mountains

House Rules

- Please keep noise low and respect the tranquility of the mountains, animals and neighbors

Convenient to Atlanta, Asheville & Greenville airports — your perfect North Georgia escape awaits!

We look forward to welcoming you to Jewel of the Woods.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Trash goes on the car port left side please.
Return keys to the lock box.
Please turn off AC.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The guiding principle for Jewel of the woods is to extend kindness, courtesy, and consideration, we happily extend to our guests.
The Jewel of the Woods is a NON-SMOKING house. Smoking is ONLY permitted outside of the main house. Please be considerate and dispose to avoid fire.
There is a utility closet downstairs and a couple of locked up closets. that guests are not allowed access, please do not remove hinges of doors.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! pet-friendly?

Yes, Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! located?

This family-friendly Clayton lodge is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. Highlands Biological Station and Cullasaja River Gorge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

Jewel of the Woods - Magnificent Views from an Incredible Lodge! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

keara c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Plenty of space and great views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Beautiful location, very well stocked

Extremely well stocked home with fantastic views. Very clean and well maintained. Easy check in and check out process. Definitely recommend anyone looking for a secluded getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

Great house and great host

Beautiful location in the mountains of GA near the NC line. Well stocked house and we even found a gift basket waiting for us. Host was very responsive to every request we made.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Beautiful property with a few quirks

This home is situated on a beautiful, remote property. The views are outstanding. The layout is great and accommodated our large family group very well. It was not the cleanest property we have stayed at, and the wifi is not very reliable, so keep that in mind if you are planning to work or need internet. We had no issues with the neighbors. We loved seeing the farm animals across the street daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dale L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ran into some issues with the ditch being fixed right outside of the access driveway, which confused us and required a lot of discussion to determine what was going on and whether we were able to use the road. They were incredibly kind about it, and they answered pretty quickly after we asked, but we do wish it had been communicated either to us or the owners so they could tell us prior to the construction. We also had some internet connection issues, but it seemed to be an issue with the cable’s beyond the house rather than the house itself. Just make sure to prepare to have no wifi- which we were all pretty good with since there was so much to do in the area. Only issue with no wifi was trying to communicate with each other and the owners and having issues navigating the area, even with the offline maps we downloaded. The owners themselves were pretty communicative at all times of day about things we inquired about. Be sure to follow their advice regarding the area- which they provide in lots of detail before your stay! Beautiful view, gorgeous & unique decor, lots of space to have a big group of adults for a cabin in the woods hiking trip. Lots of butterflies, hummingbirds, and bats so keep your eye out if you like fauna. There was rustling in the woods too so you may be able to see some bigger fauna if you’re able to see farther out than us. We were also told to pick some blueberries- and they were delicious! Elevated our breakfasts while we were there :)
View from the back porch over the blueberry farm.
Construction at gate- resolved & explained by owners/repairman once contacted
Butterfly bush right next to stairs that attracts a good amount of beautiful butterflies
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heather C.

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

Beautiful view

A beautiful house with a beautiful view too! Very well stocked kitchen and lots of games to play too! The “no airbnb or vrbo” signs posted along the way are a little unsettling and caused a delay in our family arrival, but we understand the owner does not control that. Located about 40 minutes from the nearest grocery store, but a great place to relax and unwind! Overall, a great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Remote edge of Georgia

This place was truly a jewel in the woods. Far enough and situated perfectly, once you arrive you are in a fairy tale location far from the modern world. The owners directions were in fact the most perfect I'd ever received which made the drive easy and predictable. Once in the cabin, provided you've brought food, there is plenty of equipment to prepare and enjoy. We could have moved in forever, it was that nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

George M., Atlanta, GA, USA

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

Refuge

Spacious and comfortable home nestled in the North GA mountains just 7 miles from Highlands, NC. Our family of 14 have stayed in homes in TN, NC and GA. This was rated as one of the bed. Spacious deck for those evening family moments. Owner was very responsive and hospitable. Neighbors anti-rental vacationers are to be ignored. Great place with blueberry bushes!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

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

Great House 5 bedrooms 5 baths

We had an excellent time, thank you. Great views, excellent house with everything you need or want. We really enjoyed our family reunion. The road in was a little confusing the first time in, but easy after that. The signs coming in were a bit much but I can understand moving to the wilderness and then having strangers invading your privacy could be upsetting. All in all we had a great time and would love to come back next year. EXCELLENT ADVENTURE.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jim W.

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

Great get together house in secluded area.

The house is warm and friendly with lots of space. Plenty of cooking utensils and a good sized kitchen. Large family style farm table for serving meals. Spectacular view of the mountains off of the rear decks. We had 8 adults in our party and the spacious kitchen, living room, dining area and outdoor spaces had ample room for all. The only downside to our stay was when the well water system failed and we had to leave a day early. The owner was very apologetic and is going to refund one days stay. We highly recommend this mountain house and we would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

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

Lovely Home with incredible views

The property was better than pictured and larger than expected. Our family had more than enough room and the beds were super comfortable! Everything we could need was in the home, so even though we did not spend much time there due to obligations in Highlands, we never were lacking in cookware or other things. The back deck was perfect to relax on and the view was stunning. The only thing I was not expecting was the very long gravel road to the property. It is common in the mountains to have gravel drives, but we did have to find alternative parking for one of our vehicles (a sports car) due to the long gravel road. The SUVs had no issue making it to the house, but be prepared and don't bring a low riding car! The stay was just wonderful and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a haul getting up to the property but very worth it! We enjoyed the home so much and our kids (age 11 months to 8 years old) had the best time running around and playing. We really appreciated the baby gate! The bunk bed room was the kids favorite. The house is WELL stocked - the kitchen has everything you need and more, and there are plenty of towels. Also, having so many bathrooms was so nice. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would go back! Glen Falls is only 25 minutes away, and worth the drive/hike!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean cabin, great communication with host, close to Highlands with great shops and restaurants. Convenient to hiking trails and waterfalls in the area. The road back to the house is very narrow with some rough spots, so take your time! Disregard the signs that say “turn around “ and “not welcome.” We felt very welcome, and will definitely consider coming back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was excellent. Matches the pictures if not better. Cabin is in very good shape with lots of extras including those blueberry bushes which the entire group enjoyed.Road into area is windy and gravel for quite a stretch but a Toyota Camry had no issues.Do understand that cell phone coverage isn't just spotty at the cabin but starts 15-20 minutes out but honestly isn't an issue once you get wifi on-site. Wifi was weak at times but once again not a showstopper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Beautiful property.

The property and home are beautiful. The road leading up threw us off due to the “vrbo not welcome” signs posted along the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Gorgeous views and home

We had a wonderful experience at the Jewel in the Woods! The gps navigated us directly to the place! The views were phenomenal and the house was impressive! The beds were comfortable and each room had its own bathroom! The kitchen was fully stocked with appliances and all the things you would have at home at more. We enjoyed every bit of the home and only wished we had more time off from work to stay longer! The people are so friendly and Renata was wonderful and communicated very well! I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry J.

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

Highlands Wedding Weekend Retreat

Well pleased with overall condition of property. House is very spacious and has an excellent open floorplan to promote group gathering on main floor, yet provides privacy for individuals/couples on the second and lower floors. If "life in the country" is what you want, the "Jewel of the Woods" will not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Great cabin rental

This cabin was beautiful. The views were amazing! The cabin was super clean and very well stocked. One of the best rental properties we've stayed at in a long time. Lots of room for families. The host and property manager were so great. Very quick to respond. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karissa A.

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

Beautiful home and beautiful views!!

We had a wonderful stay and loved the amazing views! The house is incredibly well stocked, the best I’ve been too as far as having every little thing you could think of. We had so much fun picking blueberries! We made blueberry pancakes each morning and blueberry cobbler for dessert! We drove to Secret Falls and did the apx 2 mile hike with a beautiful waterfall at the end you can swim to. Overall it was a wonderful stay! Renata is very thorough, kind and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great stay in, mountain hideaway!

We love this property. It is our second year back and we are already planning for a 3rd! Plenty of space for everyone, more amenities and improvements since our stay last year. Will keep coming back as long as we are able!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

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

Truly the Jewel of the Woods

An absolute wonderful house and property for my family! We had three sets of adults and 6 children ranging from infant to seven years old. All of us enjoyed the house immensely. While the views from the back porch rivaled, if not exceeded other mountain homes we’ve visited, the unique property allowed our children to play outside safely. The home was stocked with the necessities plus more, including the kitchen. When we weren’t cooking on the Green Egg or sitting by a warm fire, we spent time in Highlands NC which was less than 20 minutes away. Overall this house was perfect and would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lainey N.

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

Close to Highlands!

The house is incredibly equipped with everything you need. The grounds and views are beautiful. We enjoyed to close proximity to Highlands and Cashiers, just a short drive to the NC border.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

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

Peaceful retreat

Coming from Richmomd, VA, the drive over was breathtaking. Our family who tagged along were not used to mountain roads and needed anti-nauseous meds for the travel to town and back. Our gps directions to get to the property were incorrect and got turned around on Three forks trail. There were signs from neighbors saying " not welcome". A kind neighbor pointed us in the right direction and were delighted with the amazing accomodations and views. We made sure to experience all that the house provided and the nature around us. This house is quite amazing; giving you a choice to unplug and the wifi to keep you connected (or give kids quiet movie time while the adults relax on the balcony). Our family is definitely going to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Christmas 2023

Our adult children came together from Virginia, Washington DC and Oklahoma to celebrate Christmas. The house was perfect! The setting was perfect! It was a Christmas to remember!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

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

Mountain Life

Beautiful stay in the mountains. Renata answered all of my questions. Due to my Verizon phone I could not make wifi calls. Others in the party with a different carrier had no issue. It was a great stay. Not too far from the Highlands where the wedding was held! I can’t wait to visit again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023