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Backyard stream, Oversize Deck, close to town: Firepit, Hot tub, Games!

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Enjoy a warm soak after a long day with beautiful forest views

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Talona Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Backyard stream, Oversize Deck, close to town: Firepit, Hot tub, Games!

•Step inside and feel instantly at home with the warm charm of tongue-and-groove wood walls and a striking two-story stacked stone feature in the family room setting the perfect tone for your cozy cabin escape!
• Listen to the soothing sounds of the creek running through the backyard while lounging on the oversized deck.
• After a day of exploration, return to your cabin for a dip in the hot tub, followed by a glass of local wine.
• Gather 'round our private Creek side fire pit for unforgettable nights of roasting marshmallows and sharing stories!!!


Discover the ultimate retreat at Lucky Bear Cabin, where rustic charm and modern luxury combine to create an inviting haven. The cabin's amenities are designed to provide a rejuvenating escape. Step onto the oversized deck or patio to enjoy the forest and valley views, accompanied by the soothing sounds of a creek running through the backyard. The hot tub on the deck offers a serene spot to relax, while string lights create a magical atmosphere for family gatherings.

In addition to the cabin's charm, you will have easy access to the wonders of the North Georgia Mountains! Explore nearby hiking trails, visit apple orchards, and enjoy tastings at local wineries. Discover the joy of kayaking, mountain biking, and indulging in the vibrant local scene. Your unforgettable mountain escape begins here, book now!


Room Description:

Main Floor:

• Family room: Open concept living space leading into kitchen with leather couch with views of the front yard, Flat screen smart TV, dinning space, Board games, & 2 story stacked stone Electric fireplace.

• Kitchen: newly remodeled premium kitchen with stainless steel appliances with coffee bar and all the cooking essentials required to make a family meal!

• Bedroom 1: Cozy Queen bed with flat screen mounted Smart TV, attached ensuite bathroom and ceiling fan and plenty of storage with closet

• Bathroom 1: Full Private attached bathroom with single vanity, and tub/shower combo

• Bedroom 2: Queen Size bed with mounted flat screen TV, ceiling fan, closet and clothing storage

• Bathroom 2: Main level full bathroom with tub/shower combo

Downstairs:

• Living space: Couch (sleeper sofa) and loveseat with flatscreen smart TV and foosball table as well as books and access to the hot tub.

• Bedroom 3: Premium King size bed with rustic décor, a mounted smart screen TV, ceiling fan, and dresser for storage

• Bathroom 3: Brand new remodeled full bathroom with premium stone walled shower.

Outdoors:

• Deck: Large wrap around deck with outdoor Dining with covered deck and porch swing. Hot tub located on lower deck with outdoor shower and forest views! String lights create an excellent spot to relax after a long day! Also with a propane grill, premium Adirondack chairs and cornhole!

• Backyard: Large wooded backyard which leads to small creek! This attracts local wildlife so you are almost guaranteed to see deer and more! Also a private custom firepit that is creek-side as well, with plenty of seating including a chair swing. Listen to the sound of nature of the stream under the stars and roast some S'mores w/ family or friends!

• Font yard: Fenced in front and side yard, great for your furry friends to sniff around and explore safely!

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• High speed Wifi is available if work just cannot wait or to stream your favorite show!

• We supply a starter supply of toilet paper & paper towels.

• Furry friends are welcome! We love dogs and are happily DOG FRIENDLY. We just ask no more than 2 dogs w/out approval.

• The entire exterior of the property is treated with scheduled pest management. With that being said, the property is in the woods of a large nature reserve, so an occasional bug sighting comes with the territory.

Location:
• Location is important in the mountains! The major cell phone carriers have no issue with phone signal.

• Located in a gated community (Coosawattee River Resort) with 24/7 security so safety is of no concern.

• There are many entrances to our resort community, but ours is located near the closest entrance for easy access to all the activities, orchards, vineyards, hiking trails, shopping, and local restaurants

• Easy Check in available with Keypad and smart lock with personalized key code

• All roads leading to us are paved roads and well maintained so no narrow gravel paths , any car can get you here. Our driveway has a semi steep decline but fully paved. We are also only a few minutes from all the best restaurants and shops in the area!

• Downtown Ellijay and Main St (15 min)
• Walmart (10 min)
• Outdoor Pools (10 min)
• Dog park (10 min)
• Vinyard and Wineries (<20 min)
•Engelheim, Roo Mountain, Chataeu Meichtry, Cartecay, Ott Farm and more!
• Orchards (<20 min)
• B.J. Reece, R&A orchards, Panorama, Red Apple Barn
• Historic Downtown Blue Ridge (25 min)
• Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (25 min)
• Hiking Trails (20-25 min)
•Cartecay River Loop, Tumbling Waters, amicalola falls and others!
•Mountain Biking Trails (20-30 min)
•Bear Creek, Cool Springs, Aska and more!
•Toccoa River (top 10 Trout fishing in USA) 15 min.



Neighborhood:

The Property is in Coosawatte River Resort which is a 5,500 acre, gated community and nature preserve in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains in Ellijay, GA. Ellijay is the Apple and Mountain bike capital of Georgia with endless activities to enjoy! We are also located near many national forest preserves as well! Many deer call the this neighborhood home and I can almost guarantee you will see them in their natural habitat each day!

It also offers many amenities for free! Your Stay includes access to all 5 parks, access to the River tubing (tube not included) and rope swing, Picnic Area with Charcoal BBQ Grills, fishing pond (No License required), Fenced in Doggy park area (Large and Small dog separation). We are a dog friendly property so furry friends are welcome!

There are also a number of paid amenities but your stay includes 8 free passes for your entire stay! Amenities include an Indoor (heated pool)/outdoor pools, mini golf (Putt putt) , pickle-ball, basketball and tennis courts, workout room (weights, exercise bike, elliptical, treadmill), and arcade w/ pool table, ping pong, air hockey and arcade games. I would recommend a day at the pool followed by a round of mini golf in the early evening! Please leave passes when you check out otherwise there is a $100 replacement fee.

STR license # 002306

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About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains. Engelheim Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Talona Lake - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Riverside Park - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Cartecay River - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cartecay River Brewing Co. - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Luke’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place for our family to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Watching the deer on the back porch in the morning while lounging on the swing and sipping coffee was definitely a highlight. The area is quiet and feels incredibly safe. The hot tub was also the perfect end to each day. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised and the location was great for downtown items but also for parks and enjoying the mountains with many nature trails including waterfalls!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience and exactly as advertised. Huge area for the dogs to get some exercise. Definitely a place that is worth booking again if we are ever back in the area. A place that feels like home from the first minute you walk in the door.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to communicate with host, great amenities, overall the house and experience was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and nice fenced in yard for the dogs! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin located in a very nice resort community with lots to do include with rental. The hosts, Christine and Nick, were very professional and eager to make sure our stay was meeting all our needs. Would highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent hosts. The cabin is beautiful and has everything you need. We saw so many deer just hanging in the yard, was wonderful. There were so many nice details like soft blankets, plush towels, and great shampoo and conditioner. My family and I rent a house every year in different towns. We agree that we want to return to this one for the first time. We played corn hole, darts, and hung out on the porch.The driveway is steep but manageable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayes M.

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

Great cabin!

We really enjoyed our stay. The layout was great, loved the hot tub and the location was just a short drive to Ellijay/Blue Ridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shari t.

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

Great cabin! Terrific hosts!

We had a wonderful time with the family for the week of Thanksgiving. It’s a great cabin with great, attentive hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick N.

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

Birthday getaway

Great location, spacious, comfortable inside and out. Superb amenities and lots of “extras” that made our stay outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

5 people with dogs having a nice relaxing holiday!

We loved this! We had our 19, and 22 year old home from college and two dogs in tow. It was so great! The house super clean. Secluded but not too far out of the way! We lived the visiting deer in the yard and nearby rec center.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne R.

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

Perfect getaway

My husband, our infant and 2 dogs stayed here for a few days to enjoy the wineries nearby. We hit 5 wineries all 30 min or less away! The house was the perfect place. We loved the hot tub and the fenced in yard for our dogs. The amenities like pool m, etc are a ways away (~15 min) so we didn’t get to enjoy those, but nice to have. Would love to return! Easy check in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Relaxing Getaway in the Heart of Nature

Dates of Stay: March 2024 My family and I had a wonderful stay at this charming VRBO property nestled in a serene wooded area. Here's why we loved our experience: Location (5/5): The location couldn't have been better. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet conveniently close to local attractions and hiking trails. We enjoyed the tranquility and beautiful views of the surrounding nature. Accommodation (5/5): The cabin was immaculate and well-maintained. It had a cozy, inviting atmosphere with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well-equipped for cooking meals. Host (5/5): The host was incredibly accommodating and responsive. They provided detailed instructions for check-in and promptly addressed any questions we had during our stay. Their hospitality made us feel right at home. Activities (4/5): There were plenty of activities to keep us entertained, from hiking and birdwatching to simply relaxing on the porch and enjoying the fresh air. The nearby town also offered charming shops and restaurants. Overall Experience: This VRBO property exceeded our expectations in every way. It was the perfect retreat for our family to unwind and reconnect with nature. We highly recommend it and look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location, home is very clean and equipped with everything you need: extra towels, toilet paper and paper towels. The hot tub is the perfect way to unwind and you are guaranteed to have deer encounters with the creek in the back of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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