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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Cabin
Charming Shared Cabin at Project Chimps Sanctuary
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Morganton, GA
- Place, Tank Town USA7 min drive
- Place, Blue Ridge Lake10 min drive
- Place, Ocoee River11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Room A
1 Double Bed
Room B
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Charming Shared Cabin at Project Chimps Sanctuary
**Historic Cabin Retreat in the Blue Ridge Foothills – Nature, Trails & Chimpanzees**
Escape to a one-of-a-kind historic cabin nestled on 230+ acres of protected forest in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains—just 20 minutes from the vibrant shops and restaurants of downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia.
**Guest Accommodations**
Your private space is located on the second floor and includes two cozy bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The first floor is occupied by friendly student interns and staff from Project Chimps, a local nonprofit sanctuary.
**Nature Lover’s Paradise**
Step outside to explore over 6 miles of hiking trails, sip your morning coffee beside a tranquil koi pond, and listen to the distant calls of chimpanzees. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the trails and ropes course during their stay.
**Chimpanzee Encounters**
Project Chimps provides lifelong care to chimpanzees retired from medical research. While you may hear them from afar, viewing the chimps requires advance booking of a private tour or event ticket. Visit the Project Chimps website for details and availability.
**Shared Spaces & Community**
Guests have shared access to the cabin’s main living room, kitchen, and porches. During the day, you’ll likely meet interns, volunteers, and staff who are happy to share stories about the sanctuary and the surrounding area—perfect for a morning chat over coffee.
**Local Attractions**
Take a short drive to downtown Blue Ridge to discover charming boutiques, art galleries, and a variety of dining options. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, this cabin offers a truly immersive experience in nature and conservation.
Escape to a one-of-a-kind historic cabin nestled on 230+ acres of protected forest in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains—just 20 minutes from the vibrant shops and restaurants of downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia.
**Guest Accommodations**
Your private space is located on the second floor and includes two cozy bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The first floor is occupied by friendly student interns and staff from Project Chimps, a local nonprofit sanctuary.
**Nature Lover’s Paradise**
Step outside to explore over 6 miles of hiking trails, sip your morning coffee beside a tranquil koi pond, and listen to the distant calls of chimpanzees. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the trails and ropes course during their stay.
**Chimpanzee Encounters**
Project Chimps provides lifelong care to chimpanzees retired from medical research. While you may hear them from afar, viewing the chimps requires advance booking of a private tour or event ticket. Visit the Project Chimps website for details and availability.
**Shared Spaces & Community**
Guests have shared access to the cabin’s main living room, kitchen, and porches. During the day, you’ll likely meet interns, volunteers, and staff who are happy to share stories about the sanctuary and the surrounding area—perfect for a morning chat over coffee.
**Local Attractions**
Take a short drive to downtown Blue Ridge to discover charming boutiques, art galleries, and a variety of dining options. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, this cabin offers a truly immersive experience in nature and conservation.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event guests may need to pay fees or sign waivers.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Event guests may need to pay fees or sign waivers.
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 and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 44704
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Mineral Bluff
Located in Mineral Bluff, this cabin is in the mountains. Blue Ridge Lake Marina and Mercier Orchards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Tank Town USA and Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. The Arts Center and Cohutta Cove Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Morganton, GA
What's nearby
- Tank Town USA - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
- Blue Ridge Lake - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
- Ocoee River - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
- Blue Ridge Lake Marina - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
- Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 14 min drive
- Taco Bell - 12 min drive
- Serenberry Vineyards - 18 min drive
- Dunkin' - 10 min drive
- Circle J Family Steak House - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Ali Crumpacker
What makes this property unique
Project Chimps is home to over 100 chimpanzees retired from medical research now living the good life in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You will be able to hear the chimps from your room in the cabin! Share this unique mountain getaway with our staff and interns and chat about the chimps over coffee together. Book a tour to add to your stay for a memorable experience. Tour options can be found our on our main website.
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