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Waterfront Lodge - The Trout Trap: Your Ultimate Riverfront Escape in Ellijay

Waterfront Lodge - The Trout Trap: Your Ultimate Riverfront Escape in Ellijay

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Large Waterfront lodge just steps from the river. Big Porches on every level.
Mountaintown Creek is a trophy trout stream. Fish right in front of the house.
Leather sofas, real stacked stone fireplace with incredible views of the river
Six person hot tub looks over the river.  Great ending for the perfect day.
New Leather couches, stacked stone fireplace, flat screen tv, great river view

Overview of Waterfront Lodge - The Trout Trap: Your Ultimate Riverfront Escape in Ellijay

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Popular LocationGilmer County Fairgrounds15 min drive
  • Popular LocationTabor House & Civil War Museum17 min drive
  • Popular LocationEllijay Marketplace18 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront Lodge - The Trout Trap: Your Ultimate Riverfront Escape in Ellijay

Welcome to the Waterfront Lodge - Trout Trap, a luxurious and spacious cabin retreat nestled along the serene Mountaintown Creek in the enchanting town of Ellijay, Georgia. This exquisite lodge, sprawling over 3200 sq ft, promises an idyllic getaway for families, friends, and adventurers alike, accommodating up to 14 guests in sheer comfort and style.

Unique Location: Perched on the banks of a trophy trout stream, the lodge offers exclusive river frontage. Here, the rhythmic sound of rushing water and the tranquil wilderness setting create a haven of peace, ideal for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Luxurious Accommodations:

Master Suites: Two opulent master bedrooms, each graced with king-size beds, private decks, and one with an enchanting stacked stone outdoor fireplace.

Additional Sleeping Arrangements: A plush queen bed in the terrace level room with breathtaking river views, three high-quality bunk beds (6 twins) in the large kids' room, and two queen-size futons in the loft.

Modern Amenities: The lodge boasts leather sofas, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and a fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances.

Outdoor Living at its Finest:

Relaxation and Entertainment: A seven-person hot tub overlooking the river, an outdoor fire pit area for memorable evenings, and a pool table for indoor entertainment.

Dining with a View: Two main dining areas, including a farmhouse table for eight and a 6-person patio dining set, both offering fantastic river vistas.

Location Benefits: Nestled within the Coosawattee River Resort, a 5,500+ acre nature preserve, the lodge offers a perfect blend of privacy and accessibility. Enjoy the rich wildlife, including deer, wild turkeys, bears, eagles, and hawks, or go fishing in the resort's stocked pond.

Nearby Attractions: Ellijay, a town with rich Cherokee history, offers a myriad of activities. Indulge in water sports, hiking, mountain biking, antique and craft shopping, scenic drives, and golf. The lodge is conveniently located just minutes from the shops and restaurants of downtown Ellijay and Blue Ridge.

We invite you to make the Waterfront Lodge - Trout Trap your home away from home in the mountains. Perfect for creating lifelong memories, this lodge is not just a place to stay, but a destination in itself.

Bookmark our site and return often - your tranquil mountain retreat awaits!

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Property manager

Amy Padgett
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
This Lodge was made for Family Fun!!!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Fort Mountain are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rich Mountain Wilderness and Engelheim Vineyards. Traveling with kids? Consider Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
Map
Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 15 min drive
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 17 min drive
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 17 min drive
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 18 min drive
  • Carters Lake - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cartecay River Brewing Co. - 15 min drive
  • Arlowe's Bakehouse - 16 min drive
  • Papa's Pizza To Go - 16 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
  • Mr P's Take Out Food - 17 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great week
Stairs outside are very dangerous especially when wet. Husband almost broke his hip.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
This place was absolutely amazing! I wanted to give my aging parents a vacation with all the family. This place did not disappoint!!. I will say that if someone in your party has a problem climbing stairs, then they may have a problem here. My dad has problems with this. I had him use the back door and come up from the terrace level. Getting up to the front door from the driveway is about 30 steps and they are pretty steep. However, he had no problems getting up from the back. The driveway is gravel and very narrow. Make sure someone with good eyesight is driving. Those are my two things to “warn” people about. Now having said that, we loved the river, the jacuzzi, the fire pit, the beauty, the serenity, and the whole place! Amy is quick to respond and answer questions. You will not regret going here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time!
The place was just as described. All 11 of us thought the house was so nice and had plenty of room. I would highly recommend to friends and would love to take my family back there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ED G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We had fun river is beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

jason s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Friends weekend
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amy Padgett

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We are a family of six from Milton, GA with three boys and a girl. We have another house for rent in Coosawattee, VRBO #583476.

Why they chose this property

We love coming to Ellijay and the fact that it is so close to our house in Milton is a big bonus for us. Our kids love playing in the water, riding dirt bikes and fishing. It is so nice to be in the mountains and on the water in a place that feels so remote but you are less than 15 minutes from shops, restaurants, and grocery stores.

What makes this property unique

The word “Ellijay” is an Anglicized form of a Cherokee word, perhaps meaning "place of green things" or "many waters." This would make a lot of sense considering this is the place where the Ellijay and Cartecay Rivers meet forming the Coosawattee River. The Coosawattee and Mountaintown come together and flow into Carter’s Lake: A gorgeous recreational lake developed by the Corps of Engineers. This region abounds with wildlife, including deer, wild turkeys, bears, eagles, and hawks. The Rivers are a favorite for trout fishermen or feel free to our stocked fishing pond within the resort.

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