Treetop Lodge family & pet friendly

Chatuge Treetop Lodge is nestled in the Western NC mountains and just a short drive to beautiful Lake Chatuge. This home is perfect for family gatherings. Huge loft area, expansive decks, large kitchen. The drive to Hayesville or Hiawassee is less than 10 minutes. Both towns are rich in history and there's much to see and do. Rent a boat, spend the day swimming, fishing. or kayaking. enjoy the many breweries and wineries. restaurants, local artists, hiking, mountain biking. The list goes on.
$100 per dog. 2 dogs max.

All trash must be in secured in 13-gallon bags. Absolutely no loose trash is to be placed in cans. Trash pick-up is Wednesday.


Host Cancellation Policy: any reservations cancelled will receive an 96% refund, (4% is charged for credit card transactions and isn't refunded from our payment processing company.
We leave you alone to make plenty of new memories! Make yourselves at home. If you do need immediate assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re just a phone call or message away.
How far to:
Hiawassee Town Square - 1.5 miles, Ingles Market - 1.5 miles or 1.2 via Bell St., Chatuge Regional Hospital - 1.7 miles,
Ga. Mountain Fairgrounds -2.2 miles, Helen, Ga.22.1 miles


Adventure awaits! Western NC and North GA abound with opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Set your sights on long-range views with visits to Bell Mountain in Hiawassee (20-minute drive) and Brasstown Bald (highest point in GA, 35-minute drive). Spend the day on Lake Chatuge with a boat or personal watercraft rental from a local marina or launch your own from nearby public access. Want to immerse yourself in nature in the Nantahala National Forest? Bring your mountain bikes and ride the first-class trails at Jackrabbit Mountain (also great for hiking and dog-friendly) less than 5 minutes from the property. Fires Creek Recreation Area (25-minute drive) is another Western NC local favorite for hiking with picturesque views, swimming, and trout fishing. On the GA side, take a 30-minute drive to a waterfall hike via the High Shoals Falls Trail or make the 45-minute drive to Alpine Helen, GA for a taste of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hungry and thirsty after a day of exploration? Visit the outstanding local restaurants, wineries, and breweries in and around downtown Hayesville and Hiawassee for not-to-be-missed tastes of local flavor.

We love the #lakelife around here as well as the majestic mountains. So much to do and see right in town. We have a handy Welcome Book in the house full of dining options, Things to Do, Shopping, Hiking and Waterfall Trails. Wineries with live events and tastings are plentiful! And just a short 25 min drive to Helen for tubing or zip lining.

There are several excellent boat rental places in the area! We use Lake Chatuge Marine, Young Harris Water Sports, Boundary Waters... The fellas will help you out! All kinds of water toys too like jet skis, standup paddle boards and kayaks.

Hike or drive to the apex of Bell Mountain, which overlooks Lake Chatuge below and provides picturesque mountain views. Shooting Creek Overlook is breathtaking. Visit Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia. Jackrabbit Mountain and Chatuge Dam. Both Towns County (Hiawassee GA) and Clay County (Hayesville NC) have super parks and beaches. Trailheads of the Appalachian Trail, which spans from Georgia to Maine, are less than 10 miles from this home.


The road coming up to house is a very well-maintained paved road, it is steep and curvy. the short driveway to house is not perfect but serves the purpose. Parking for 3 cars only.

Guest do not have access to the basement or the garage.
The main level is open concept. The Livingroom has lots of seating and a wood burning fireplace to enjoy on cooler nights. Dining table has seating for 8. The huge kitchen is a dream, all SS appliances, gas stove, double ovens and a custom-made hammered copper island, a breakfast nook and an entertainment deck right off the kitchen. Kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, dinnerware, toaster, coffee pot, blender, hand mixer, food processor, crock pot, and serving trays. Impressive master suite on main with King bed, a walk-in shower, his and her vanities, spa tub, a double-sided gas fireplace a smart TV and a private deck.
also, on main is a half bath, a private office space, a Queen bedroom and full bath.
Loft area has a large sitting area, a game table, smart TV, and a full bathroom.
The sleeping layout in the loft: a king bed, 2 twin beds, and a trundle day bed. We have several board games to keep the whole family entertained
NEAREST COMMERCIAL AIRPORT: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (~approximately 110 miles away)
McGhee Tyson Airport (109 miles), Asheville Regional Airport (113 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (130 miles)