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The Cottonwood Retreat

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A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a fireplace, a TV mounted above it, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island, and a bar stool.
A dining area with a round table, four chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Chattahoochee National Forest
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Clayton, GA
  • Place, Main Street Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Rock Mountain State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tallulah Gorge State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

The Cottonwood Retreat

Summary:

Modern Townhome, Walkable Luxury in the Heart of Clayton with Mountain Views



The Space:

Welcome to Cottonwood – Walkable Luxury in the Heart of Clayton



Experience the best of mountain town living at Cottonwood, a beautifully designed two-story retreat just a short walk from charming downtown Clayton, GA. Nestled in the heart of it all, this home offers easy access to boutique shops, local restaurants, art galleries, and more—plus stunning mountain and valley views right from your furnished back deck.



Inside, enjoy a modern, thoughtfully curated space with upscale decor, oak hardwood floors, and cozy shiplap accents. The fully equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a subway tile backsplash, and everything you need to prepare meals at home. Gather around the dining table for dinner or board games, then unwind in the inviting living room with a gas fireplace and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV.



After a day of hiking, kayaking, or exploring the scenic beauty of North Georgia, retreat to Cottonwood for a relaxing night’s sleep and a view you’ll never forget.



Highlights:

Walkable location – just minutes to shops, restaurants & galleries

Mountain and valley views from the private deck

Upscale decor with oak floors and shiplap walls

Gas fireplace & flat-screen TV for cozy nights in

Modern kitchen with stainless appliances

Queen-size sleeper sofa for extra guests



Things to Know:

Free WiFi

Snowbird-friendly (contact Vacasa for extended stays)

No pets allowed

Sleeps 6 comfortably

Free parking for 2 vehicles

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5357450vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Clayton

Located in Clayton, this holiday home is in the city centre. Rabun County Golf Club and Tiger Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tallulah Gorge State Park and Black Rock Mountain State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
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Clayton, GA

What's nearby

  • Main Street Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Black Rock Mountain State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lake Burton - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 18 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 55 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottonwood Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottonwood Retreat?

As of 5 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottonwood Retreat on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$1,219, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Cottonwood Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottonwood Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottonwood Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Clayton, this holiday home is steps away from Chattahoochee National Forest and Main Street Gallery. Mountain Lakes Medical Center and Black Rock Mountain State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home right downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was extremely convenient and nice and large enough for our family of 4. It was listed as a two bedroom with a pull out couch and the pull out couch didn't have linens so we had to buy some cheap ones from town. It was definitely not the most stocked in. terms of extra blankets, kitchen things, etc but it had everything we needed minus the sheets/blankets. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Thank you, Brian, for your feedback. I'm glad you found the rental convenient and spacious for your family. We apologize for the oversight regarding the linens. The kitchen is stocked with general essentials, and guests are welcome to reach out to us in advance if they have any specific needs or questions about what is provided.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Internet was intermitant. Tv was hard to operate . Aunts were in the kitchen cabinet where sugar was left
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Robert. As this cabin is in a wooded area, internet connectivity can occasionally be intermittent, although coverage is generally reliable and available. We also have ongoing pest control measures in place, but insects can sometimes make their way into the cabin given its natural surroundings. We apologize for any discomfort this caused. For the TV and other equipment, we provide operating guides in the cabin and our team is available to assist with troubleshooting if needed. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working to make the guest experience as comfortable and convenient as possible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful townhome that is located conveniently to all the sights in Clayton! We wil stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place good stay

Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

We loved every minute at this cute little rental in downtown Clayton!! We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location

This was a beautiful townhouse in the heart of Clayton! A must stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Townhouse!

Great location. Loved our girlfriends get away?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great unit and location

Would definitely stay here again. The unit is beautiful and was very clean. The location was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Find

Lovely clean condo right in Clayton. We'll stay here again. It's walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in downtown area. Still nice and quiet at night.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

perfect location

This home was so clean and right within walking distance to everything in Clayton. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Sister trip

We loved being close to town so that we could get out and walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean and convenient

The location of the house was very convenient to everything downtown Clayton has to offer. The house was clean and well stocked. Will stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend Getaway

Location! Location! Perfect!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

North Ga Mountains

We always try to stay in Clayton or Dahlonega around our anniversary. The home we stayed in was amazing, super clean and very close to downtown restaurants and local shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sunrise

This house is beautiful. It is located perfectly for all uptown shopping and eating out. I would definitely recommend this place to all my friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend

We were in town for a wedding and found this property perfect -- very clean and spacious and the location right in town was so convenient. We would love to have stayed a few extra days!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family

We travel to Rabun county often to visit our children and friends and needed a place last weekend on short notice. The townhouse location was perfect, right in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

The house was very clean, beautifully decorated and very cozy. The town was a short walk away with cute restaurants. I would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Ants in the kitchen for the 14 days of my stay…never addressed by Casago, property manager. Lost the first night’s sleep because smoke/CO2 alarm buzzed all night. Not repaired until 1pm the next day. Property billed as having TV service but it had no cable or live streaming service. Door lock was impossible to use…10 key access code not operable. Wi-Fi very poor so that only worked one device at a time.Manager never called to address the issues just left it to a remote employee to text me. Casago must think that I was there because of them…NO they need to realize that they are there because of me and other customers. Oh…they were very timely in sending out reminder invoices…
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wedding stay

Beautiful, well set up, well stocked. Excellent location. Safe. Beautiful view. I would love to come back! PS. Bathrooms need more towel racks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

mrs

Lovely had ants but hoping solved some kind of water prob with powder room toilet fridge needs new filter thank you, carol wood
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot to enjoy Downtown Clayton!

This townhome is in a perfect location to enjoy the restaurants and shops in Clayton, GA. Step right outside your front door and you have arrived! There are many wonderful shops and restaurants within just a minute or two of walking. While you are in the heart of "downtown", it is still quiet and not overcrowded. I was only there for a brief stay but my teenage daughter and I enjoyed shopping, eating, going to a movie theatre, going to a drive-in movie, and driving up scenic Black Rock Mountain for the views. Oh and the grocery store is within minutes as well. The unit was clean and comfortable too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Question on charge

The property was great and booked with Vacasa and I noticed a charge from VRBO for 93.00. Why !?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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