Ellijay Cabin w/ Game Rm + Fire Pit | Dog-Friendly
Entire cabin in Ellijay, Georgia
- 8 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 beds
- 3 baths
Hosted by Leahann Elizabeth
- Superhost
- 3 years hosting
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In the North Georgia mountains near Ellijay
In a gated mountain community about 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay's shops, restaurants, and wineries
Game room with pool table and arcade
A basement game room with a pool table, commercial arcade, and board games for rainy days
Spotless and well-stocked, per guests
Guests describe a clean, comfortable cabin with responsive hosts who share local tips
Welcome to Grin & Bear It Lodge, a dog-friendly Ellijay cabin designed for relaxing mountain getaways.
Enjoy seasonal mountain views, a game room with pool table and arcade, and evenings around the fire pit.
Perfect for families and friends looking for a peaceful North Georgia retreat close to wineries, hiking, and downtown Ellijay.
Fenced yard for FIDO
The space
Why Guests Love Grin & Bear It Lodge
• Dog-friendly cabin so your pup can enjoy the mountains too
• Game room with pool table, arcade, and board games
• Cozy fire pit perfect for evening gatherings
• Seasonal mountain views surrounded by peaceful woods
• Spacious layout with multiple living areas for families
• Fully stocked kitchen for cooking and entertaining
• Located in a gated mountain community with resort amenities
• Close to Ellijay wineries, hiking trails, and apple orchards
Wake up with coffee on the porch, explore Ellijay wineries during the day, and end the evening around the fire pit under the North Georgia stars.
Grin & Bear It Lodge is designed for relaxing mountain stays where comfort, fun, and nature come together.
Grin & Bear It Lodge sits on nearly an acre of undisturbed wooded property with seasonal mountain views. The property also includes a flat-concrete driveway with extra turn-around space.
Main level features a fully stocked kitchen with island seating for four, a family seating area with an additional eating space for four, primary bedroom (king bed) with ensuite bathroom, guest room (queen bed) with attached bathroom and stacked washer/dryer, and access to main-level porch.
Loft area includes a fully functional workspace and daybed with pull-out trundle.
Basement level features a bunk room (two sets of twin bunks), children's reading nook, full bathroom, family-room seating with TV and wet bar, game room with pool table, commercial arcade, board games and access to basement-level porch.
Outdoor space features an enclosed/fenced area with fire pit and seating.
Enjoy complimentary amenity passes for up to eight guests during your stay! These passes provide access to the resort recreation center, including the fitness area, indoor pool (when available), and seasonal outdoor pools. Whether you're looking to stay active, cool off on a warm day, or enjoy family fun, the resort amenities add even more value to your mountain getaway.
**The property is situated on a gravel road and includes a flat-concrete driveway with extra turn-around space for parking or visitors bringing multiple vehicles**
Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire cabin with the exception of locked owner closets.
Other things to note
STR Host License Number: 004348
Guests will be provided with a complimentary bundle of logs for the outdoor fire pit.
Enjoy the ease of DoorDash and Walmart delivery, with Downtown Blue Ridge just 22.5 miles away. From there, adventure unfolds in every direction—apple orchards, wineries, hiking trails, tubing on mountain rivers, Carter’s Lake, Fort Mountain State Park, and the stunning Amicalola Falls. All the best of North Georgia is right at your doorstep.
We provide complementary passes for up to eight Guest to enjoy the resort amenities.
**** note: The Coosawattee River Resort amenities are maintained and operated by the neighborhood POA. As hosts, we do not control their hours, availability, or any unexpected closures. We kindly ask that any amenity closures or changes not be held against us, as they are outside of our control.
Enjoy seasonal mountain views, a game room with pool table and arcade, and evenings around the fire pit.
Perfect for families and friends looking for a peaceful North Georgia retreat close to wineries, hiking, and downtown Ellijay.
Fenced yard for FIDO
The space
Why Guests Love Grin & Bear It Lodge
• Dog-friendly cabin so your pup can enjoy the mountains too
• Game room with pool table, arcade, and board games
• Cozy fire pit perfect for evening gatherings
• Seasonal mountain views surrounded by peaceful woods
• Spacious layout with multiple living areas for families
• Fully stocked kitchen for cooking and entertaining
• Located in a gated mountain community with resort amenities
• Close to Ellijay wineries, hiking trails, and apple orchards
Wake up with coffee on the porch, explore Ellijay wineries during the day, and end the evening around the fire pit under the North Georgia stars.
Grin & Bear It Lodge is designed for relaxing mountain stays where comfort, fun, and nature come together.
Grin & Bear It Lodge sits on nearly an acre of undisturbed wooded property with seasonal mountain views. The property also includes a flat-concrete driveway with extra turn-around space.
Main level features a fully stocked kitchen with island seating for four, a family seating area with an additional eating space for four, primary bedroom (king bed) with ensuite bathroom, guest room (queen bed) with attached bathroom and stacked washer/dryer, and access to main-level porch.
Loft area includes a fully functional workspace and daybed with pull-out trundle.
Basement level features a bunk room (two sets of twin bunks), children's reading nook, full bathroom, family-room seating with TV and wet bar, game room with pool table, commercial arcade, board games and access to basement-level porch.
Outdoor space features an enclosed/fenced area with fire pit and seating.
Enjoy complimentary amenity passes for up to eight guests during your stay! These passes provide access to the resort recreation center, including the fitness area, indoor pool (when available), and seasonal outdoor pools. Whether you're looking to stay active, cool off on a warm day, or enjoy family fun, the resort amenities add even more value to your mountain getaway.
**The property is situated on a gravel road and includes a flat-concrete driveway with extra turn-around space for parking or visitors bringing multiple vehicles**
Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire cabin with the exception of locked owner closets.
Other things to note
STR Host License Number: 004348
Guests will be provided with a complimentary bundle of logs for the outdoor fire pit.
Enjoy the ease of DoorDash and Walmart delivery, with Downtown Blue Ridge just 22.5 miles away. From there, adventure unfolds in every direction—apple orchards, wineries, hiking trails, tubing on mountain rivers, Carter’s Lake, Fort Mountain State Park, and the stunning Amicalola Falls. All the best of North Georgia is right at your doorstep.
We provide complementary passes for up to eight Guest to enjoy the resort amenities.
**** note: The Coosawattee River Resort amenities are maintained and operated by the neighborhood POA. As hosts, we do not control their hours, availability, or any unexpected closures. We kindly ask that any amenity closures or changes not be held against us, as they are outside of our control.
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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 32 reviews.
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Where you’ll be
Ellijay, Georgia, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.
Neighborhood highlights
Grin & Bear It Lodge is located within a River Resort, a pristine 5500-acre gated mountain community, just minutes away downtown Ellijay and Blue Ridge. The resort features many activities without having to leave the property - including multiples parks and a recreation center with many family-friendly activities.
Enjoy the wildlife and privacy, yet easy access to local attractions and restaurants. Be sure to see the house manual for more tips!
Near-by attractions:
- Downtown Ellijay (Restaurants/Shops/Coffee/Bars/Wine-tasting): 11 minutes
- Walmart and Ingles: 9 minutes
- Chick-fil-A / Starbucks / Other Chains: 7-10 minutes
- Hiking Trails: 15-35 minutes
- Cartecay River Brewing: 8 minutes
- Wineries: 10 - 30 minutes depending on which one you choose to enjoy
- BJ Reese Orchards: 19 minutes
- Cartecay River Experience (commercial tubing / kayaking): 22 minutes
- Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum: 20 minutes
- Downtown Blue Ridge / Scenic Railroad: 27 minutes
- Scenic Railroad 35 mins
- Zipline Canopy tours of Blue Ridge: 31 minutes
- Mercier's Orchards: 31 minutes
- Amicalola Falls State Park: 33 minutes
- Fort Mountain State Park: 35 minutes
- Georgia Apple Festival / Fair Grounds: 6 minutes
There are several public places you can fish in the gated community. If you decide to fish, under 16 resident or non-residents are not required to have a license. Here is the link to purchase print and/or download the app:
Gooutdoorsgeorgia(dotcom).
You can purchase a temporary license and print it out or take a picture of it.
Enjoy the wildlife and privacy, yet easy access to local attractions and restaurants. Be sure to see the house manual for more tips!
Near-by attractions:
- Downtown Ellijay (Restaurants/Shops/Coffee/Bars/Wine-tasting): 11 minutes
- Walmart and Ingles: 9 minutes
- Chick-fil-A / Starbucks / Other Chains: 7-10 minutes
- Hiking Trails: 15-35 minutes
- Cartecay River Brewing: 8 minutes
- Wineries: 10 - 30 minutes depending on which one you choose to enjoy
- BJ Reese Orchards: 19 minutes
- Cartecay River Experience (commercial tubing / kayaking): 22 minutes
- Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum: 20 minutes
- Downtown Blue Ridge / Scenic Railroad: 27 minutes
- Scenic Railroad 35 mins
- Zipline Canopy tours of Blue Ridge: 31 minutes
- Mercier's Orchards: 31 minutes
- Amicalola Falls State Park: 33 minutes
- Fort Mountain State Park: 35 minutes
- Georgia Apple Festival / Fair Grounds: 6 minutes
There are several public places you can fish in the gated community. If you decide to fish, under 16 resident or non-residents are not required to have a license. Here is the link to purchase print and/or download the app:
Gooutdoorsgeorgia(dotcom).
You can purchase a temporary license and print it out or take a picture of it.
Meet your host
Leahann Elizabeth is a Superhost
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