Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake

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Pull a chair to the fire pit as the cabin lights up at dusk.
Pull up a chair at the live-edge table with room for all six of you.
Pull up a stool at the island while someone starts the coffee.
A full-size washer and dryer, so you can pack light and stay longer.
Green bedding and warm lamps make the second king room easy to settle in.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 63 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Ridgeway Recreation Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Carters Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake

"The space is stunning, with beautiful details that made it feel both cozy and special... we felt completely tucked away from the rest of the world." That's what a guest said about Onyx Ridge, our modern cabin in the woods outside Ellijay. Your mornings start on our porch swing bed; your evenings move to the spa deck, sauna warming, hot tub steaming, fire pit glowing under string lights. Sleeps six across two king rooms and a queen. Cornhole and horseshoes on our grounds, Carters Lake 2 miles out, downtown Ellijay 10.

A few minutes from Carters Lake and the Tumbling Waters trailhead, our cabin was built for girls' trips, family weekends, and couples who came to slow down. The spa deck holds a cedar sauna and a covered hot tub, and the fire pit sits out front under string lights. A morning on the trail and an evening in the sauna make an easy day of it.

The great room brings the kitchen, dining table, and living room together under a vaulted wood ceiling, with a stone fireplace at the center. The first bedroom is the primary, a king under a vaulted ceiling of its own; the second holds a king, and the third a queen. Six guests, three real beds, three doors that close.

The back deck runs the length of our home, set up for evenings outside with a gas grill, dining for six, an outdoor fireplace, and a mounted TV for the game while dinner cooks. Below, the covered hot tub and cedar sauna face straight into the trees. Out front, the fire pit sits in its own clearing under string lights, and the porch holds a swinging bed and an egg chair that catch the sunset.

HIGHLIGHTS

Cedar sauna and covered hot tub on a private spa deck facing the trees
Fire pit in its own clearing under string lights
Outdoor fireplace and mounted TV on the back deck
Two king bedrooms and a queen, sleeps six
Great room with a stone fireplace under a vaulted wood ceiling
Swinging bed and egg chair on the front porch
Full kitchen with a granite island
Record player, board games, and a kids' closet stocked for all ages
Cornhole and horseshoes on the grounds
Carters Lake 2 miles, downtown Ellijay 10 miles, Blue Ridge 28 miles

BEDROOMS (3)

Bedroom 1
•King bed, canopy frame, under a vaulted ceiling
•Ceiling fan
•Dedicated workspace with a desk

Bedroom 2
•King bed
•Ceiling fan

Bedroom 3
•Queen bed, rattan headboard
•Ceiling fan
•Extra pillows and blankets stocked

BATHROOMS (2)

Bathroom 1
•Double vanity
•Walk-in glass shower
•Body soap, conditioner, hair dryer, makeup towels, fresh towels

Bathroom 2
•Single vanity
•Tub-shower combo
•Body soap, conditioner, hair dryer, makeup towels, fresh towels

KITCHEN & DINING
•Stainless appliances, gas range, dishwasher, over-range microwave
•Granite island with bar seating
•Drip coffee maker and French press, with coffee and sugar provided
•Cookware, olive oil, salt and pepper, and spices stocked
•Full barware: wine glasses, highballs, and acrylic tumblers for the hot tub
•Plastic cups and plates for the kids
•Live-edge dining table seats six
•Outdoor dining for six on the covered deck

LIVING AREAS
•Sectional and lounge seating around a stone fireplace
•Mounted TV above the fireplace
•Record player, board games, books, and a kids' closet stocked for all ages
•Indoor fireplace, in service October through March

OUTDOOR & SPA
•Cedar barrel sauna, cleaned and sanitized before every stay
•Covered hot tub facing straight into the trees, drained and refilled between guests
•Fire pit out front in its own clearing under string lights
•Robes and towels stocked for the sauna and hot tub
•Outdoor fireplace and mounted TV on the back deck
•Gas grill and dining for six on the covered deck

EXTRAS
•Self check-in with a smart lock, code sent before arrival
•WiFi included, fiber internet at 500 Mbps
•Full-size washer and dryer, laundry and dish pods provided
•Driveway parking for four cars
•Pack-n-play and high chair available for little ones
•Yoga mats and blocks provided
•Local guide and house manual with host recommendations

GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full use of our cabin, both the front and back decks, and the entire outdoor property, including the hot tub, cedar sauna, and fire pit for the length of the stay. Self check-in with a smart lock, code sent before arrival. The Ridgeway boat ramp at Carters Lake is 2 miles away, with the Tumbling Waters trailhead close by.

HOUSE RULES
•No smoking or vaping inside; fee may apply
•No pets
•No parties or events
•Quiet hours 11 PM to 7 AM
•Must be 25 or older to book

GOOD TO KNOW
•Two exterior security cameras for property security, one on the front porch, one overlooking the back deck stairs. No interior cameras.
•Hot tub and sauna are for guests 18 and older unless supervised by an adult.
•Indoor fireplace is in service October through March; the outdoor fireplace runs year-round.
•The road in is fully paved but curvy and hilly, so take it slow in winter.
•Our cabin is on a septic system, so please flush only toilet paper.
•Cleaned and sanitized between every stay, with the hot tub drained and refilled and the sauna sanitized before you arrive.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the beds unmade!
Please bag all trash and place in the blue bin on the side of the cabin
Please gather used towels in the shower or bathroom floors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4848599vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Ellijay River Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including power boating, wildlife walks and winery tours.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Ridgeway Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Carters Lake - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gilmer County Library - 18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 20 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Cartecay River - 20 min drive - 19.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Luke’s - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cartecay River Brewing Co. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ellijay Mountain Spa Cabin | Sauna, Hot Tub & Fire Pit | 2 Mi to Carters Lake located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ridgeway Recreation Area and Carters Lake. Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! We had everything we needed to be very comfortable and relax. Every little detail seemed intentional. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Harry

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Hi! We’re Allison and Harry from Atlanta, GA. We’re passionate about traveling—exploring new places, meeting new people, and experiencing each destination like a local. VRBO has always been our favorite way to travel because it offers a unique, authentic stay every time.

We believe in a well-balanced life filled with time in nature, staying active, enjoying great food, and surrounding ourselves with a diverse, welcoming community. We both grew up in families that loved to host and taught us the importance of creating a warm, meaningful environment for others.

We’re lovers of life and connection—and we can’t wait to welcome you into our home!
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