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Coosawattee River Resort, The Cottage in the Woods, Pet Friendly
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m
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Ellijay, GA
- Place, Carters Lake7 min drive
- Place, Engelheim Vineyards8 min drive
- Place, Riverside Park10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Coosawattee River Resort, The Cottage in the Woods, Pet Friendly
Nestled in the forrest is The Cottage in the Woods in the famous Coosawattee River Resort! A large circular drive greets you and accommodates plenty of parking. Relax on your 56' front porch with rockers and porch swing. A a convenient 2nd fire pit lets you enjoy the evening sunset. A screened side porch features an outdoor sectional and outdoor bar.
Inside you'll find a large open space with beautifully designed living, dining and kitchen spaces. the living room features a large, deep comfy sectional and gas fireplace. Dining seats 6-8 and kitchen has plenty of room for prep and cooking and allows others to access drinks without interfering. Open shelving allows ease of locating what you need.
Two bedrooms sleep 6 people. The primary bedroom has a king and on-suite 3 piece bathroom with laundry. No sclepping laundry to the basement! The second bedroom features 2 queens. Each person has their own reading light and side table.
The expansive backyard features a fire pit with 6 adirondake chairs and plenty of firewood. Explore the winding paths that lead you to the teepee and horseshoe pit. Forage Chanterelle mushrooms in the summer and spice up your meals with our little herb garden.
About Coosawattee River Resort: At 5,500 acres, this amenity-packed resort in Ellijay, GA, offers 4 parks, a stocked fishing pond, a fireplace area for private events, 2 swimming pools, a recreation center, tennis courts, conference center, and more! Coosawattee River is a beautiful waterway with a wonderful paddle/canoe ride through 13 miles of class 1 and some class 2 shoals. When you’re ready for a taste of urban life, explore the nearby towns of Ellijay and Blue Ridge. Don’t let the small-town atmosphere fool you – plenty of shops, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and galleries await. Book a shuttle or wine tour to one of the dozen plus nearby wineries to taste a variety of mountain wines, completing the day with views of the sunset from one of the many scenic outlooks.
The historic town of Ellijay, the Apple Capital and Mountain Biking Capital of GA is located in Gilmer County, an area known for its agricultural way of life and laid-back tourist destinations like mountain wineries and u-pick apple orchards. Although Ellijay has a small-town atmosphere filled with nostalgia, it provides guests with access to the Southeast’s major cities including Chattanooga and Atlanta. Nestled in the green foothills of the vast Chattahoochee National Forest at the base of the Appalachian Mountain Range, Gilmer County abounds with forests, wildlife, clean air, sparkling rivers, lakes and streams. With hundreds of miles of hiking trails and waterways to explore, you can spend your entire day outdoors taking in the mountain fresh air and breathtaking scenery.
5.4 miles Red Apple Barn and other nearby apple orchards
5.6 miles Downtown Ellijay shopping, restaurants, bars and more
5.7 miles Ellijay Coffee house
5.7 miles Ellijay Cigar Lounge
5.9 miles Tony’s Corner Kitchen
6.6 miles Grapes and Ladders Vineyards and Winery
7.9 miles Engelheim Vineyards
10.9 miles Clear Creek Falls
11.8 miles Ott Farms and Vineyards
12.3 miles Buckley Vineyards
12.5 miles Whitepath Golf Club
12.6 miles Ellijay River Vineyards
12.7 miles Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery
12.9 miles Ellijay River Outfitters
13 miles Tumbling Waters Trail
14.9 miles Cartecay Vineyards
20 miles Blue Ridge Adventure Park
20 miles Grumpy Old Men Brewing
21.5 miles Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
21 miles Downtown Blue Ridge shopping, restaurants, bars and more
21 miles Cowgirl Up Stables
21 miles Angry Hops Brewing
23.7 miles Fainting Goat Vineyards
24 miles Serenity in the Mountains Spa
24 miles Mercier Orchards
28 miles Lake Blue Ridge
Inside you'll find a large open space with beautifully designed living, dining and kitchen spaces. the living room features a large, deep comfy sectional and gas fireplace. Dining seats 6-8 and kitchen has plenty of room for prep and cooking and allows others to access drinks without interfering. Open shelving allows ease of locating what you need.
Two bedrooms sleep 6 people. The primary bedroom has a king and on-suite 3 piece bathroom with laundry. No sclepping laundry to the basement! The second bedroom features 2 queens. Each person has their own reading light and side table.
The expansive backyard features a fire pit with 6 adirondake chairs and plenty of firewood. Explore the winding paths that lead you to the teepee and horseshoe pit. Forage Chanterelle mushrooms in the summer and spice up your meals with our little herb garden.
About Coosawattee River Resort: At 5,500 acres, this amenity-packed resort in Ellijay, GA, offers 4 parks, a stocked fishing pond, a fireplace area for private events, 2 swimming pools, a recreation center, tennis courts, conference center, and more! Coosawattee River is a beautiful waterway with a wonderful paddle/canoe ride through 13 miles of class 1 and some class 2 shoals. When you’re ready for a taste of urban life, explore the nearby towns of Ellijay and Blue Ridge. Don’t let the small-town atmosphere fool you – plenty of shops, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and galleries await. Book a shuttle or wine tour to one of the dozen plus nearby wineries to taste a variety of mountain wines, completing the day with views of the sunset from one of the many scenic outlooks.
The historic town of Ellijay, the Apple Capital and Mountain Biking Capital of GA is located in Gilmer County, an area known for its agricultural way of life and laid-back tourist destinations like mountain wineries and u-pick apple orchards. Although Ellijay has a small-town atmosphere filled with nostalgia, it provides guests with access to the Southeast’s major cities including Chattanooga and Atlanta. Nestled in the green foothills of the vast Chattahoochee National Forest at the base of the Appalachian Mountain Range, Gilmer County abounds with forests, wildlife, clean air, sparkling rivers, lakes and streams. With hundreds of miles of hiking trails and waterways to explore, you can spend your entire day outdoors taking in the mountain fresh air and breathtaking scenery.
5.4 miles Red Apple Barn and other nearby apple orchards
5.6 miles Downtown Ellijay shopping, restaurants, bars and more
5.7 miles Ellijay Coffee house
5.7 miles Ellijay Cigar Lounge
5.9 miles Tony’s Corner Kitchen
6.6 miles Grapes and Ladders Vineyards and Winery
7.9 miles Engelheim Vineyards
10.9 miles Clear Creek Falls
11.8 miles Ott Farms and Vineyards
12.3 miles Buckley Vineyards
12.5 miles Whitepath Golf Club
12.6 miles Ellijay River Vineyards
12.7 miles Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery
12.9 miles Ellijay River Outfitters
13 miles Tumbling Waters Trail
14.9 miles Cartecay Vineyards
20 miles Blue Ridge Adventure Park
20 miles Grumpy Old Men Brewing
21.5 miles Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
21 miles Downtown Blue Ridge shopping, restaurants, bars and more
21 miles Cowgirl Up Stables
21 miles Angry Hops Brewing
23.7 miles Fainting Goat Vineyards
24 miles Serenity in the Mountains Spa
24 miles Mercier Orchards
28 miles Lake Blue Ridge
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Eagle Mountain, a neighbourhood in Ellijay, this cottage is in the mountains. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Fort Mountain are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Engelheim Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry. 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.

Ellijay, GA
What's nearby
- Carters Lake - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
- Engelheim Vineyards - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
- Talona Lake - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
- Riverside Park - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
- Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 15.6 km
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
- Buffalo Luke’s - 12 min drive
- Taco Bell - 12 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 25 min drive
- Cartecay River Brewing Co. - 26 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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26 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Rochelle K.
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rochelle K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Vicky R.
26 August 2025
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Vicky R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Barbara W.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barbara W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mark L.
28 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane S.
23 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin in Ellijay
Diane S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James F.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate P.
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, Sweet Getaway
Kate P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
michele K.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home away from home
michele K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ANDY I.
3 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ANDY I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Pete T.
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
Pete T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bob b.
18 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
bob b.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Seminole S.
10 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
Seminole S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kandy M.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely cabin
Kandy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl K.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring brake
Cheryl K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bob b.
20 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Stay
bob b.
Verified
8/10 Good
erica r.
27 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
erica r.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony H.
24 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gravel road
Anthony H.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Douglas B.
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Douglas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Rhonda P.
13 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication
Rhonda P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicky R.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Senior retreat
Vicky R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon D.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage
Sharon D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
DEBORAH G.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
pleasant
DEBORAH G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy P.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin
Wendy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea P.
16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Andrea P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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