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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 185500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Gym

Explore the area

Ellijay, GA

Amicalola Falls State Park6 min drive
Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead - South Terminus10 min drive
Amicalola Falls11 min drive
Athens, GA (AHN-Ben Epps)117 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Futons

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Perfect Blend of Rustic Mountain Living Combined with the Latest in Luxury!

Bear Ridge Lodge is appraised at 3+ million dollars. Nestled in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, the home is located only two miles from the spectacular Amicalola Falls, which is the largest water falls east of the Mississippi and cascades over 700’. This luxury cabin home located at 1800' elevation on 25 acres of secluded forests is the ultimate setting for your next family vacation, corporate event or romantic get-away. The lodge has everything from a fully stocked lake loaded with Bass and Bream (catch & Release only, canoe, pedal boat, hiking trails, WIFI open broadband Internet, a championship pool table and a 75” HD TV with satellite.

The lodge has 5 spacious bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths. The master bedroom has a spa shower with 6 massaging shower heads and also an infrared sauna with room for four. The Lodge has 4 King size beds, 1 Queen sofa bed, 3 trundles with twin mattresses, a queen futon and 2 inflatable Queen air mattresses. The lodge also has a portable 'pack and play crib and 2 high chairs available for use.
There is a 7 person Hot Tub located on the deck outside the Master Bedroom for your enjoyment.
The great room has 20+ foot ceilings with open beams, a 53” fireplace and magnificent views of the 700' waterfall. The gourmet kitchen has plenty of workspace.

The Lodge has chickens, ducks, quail, turkeys, rabbits, one guinea and miniature goats that are always a hit with the kids. The goats walk each afternoon to the mailbox with no leashes with the renters

To make your stay even more special, there are covered decks that wrap around the front of the home with fantastic views of the falls and an outdoor fire ring to enjoy those wonderful nights. We include all the wood for your camp fires on your visit at no additional cost.

While this amazing home gives you all of the seclusion you could ever want, it is conveniently located just 2 miles from the Lodge at Amicalola Falls, which has zip lines and a fantastic buffet 7 days a week. For the serious shopper, the North Georgia Premium Outlets are just 20 minutes away!! You are also only minutes away from some of the North Georgia Mountains premier apple houses and fun-filled pumpkin patches. Atlanta Motorsports Park is located only 12 miles away, where the go carts do 60+ mph. We are just 90 miles north of Atlanta and 70 miles south of Chattanooga.

Bear Ridge Lodge is the perfect location for Great Getaways, Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats and small Weddings(20 or less)!

We live above the garages and are here for anything you might need during your stay. If you do not need us, you do not see us. It is like a Connoisseur at the front desk in
a 5 * Resort.

Property manager

Randy & Becky Harris

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Call to discuss.

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25

Note from host: Call to discuss.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Dawsonville

Located in Dawsonville, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a lake. Amicalola Falls State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Burt's Pumpkin Farm and Atlanta Motorsports Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

Burt's Pumpkin Farm - 5 min drive
Amicalola Falls State Park - 6 min drive
Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead - South Terminus - 10 min drive
Amicalola Falls - 11 min drive
Montaluce Winery & Restaurant - 25 min drive

Restaurants

Sourwood - 17 min drive
Fuego Mexican Grill - 17 min drive
Bent Tree Community - 40 min drive
Maple Restaurant - 11 min drive
Amicalola Falls State Park Lodge - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come experience a Little Piece of Heaven! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Come experience a Little Piece of Heaven!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come experience a Little Piece of Heaven!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Come experience a Little Piece of Heaven! located?

This family-friendly Dawsonville vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest, Burt's Pumpkin Farm, and Amicalola Falls State Park. Amicalola Falls and West Ridge Spring Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alexis K.

Jan 30, 2024

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

Great getaway with friends and family

We had a wonderful time at the cabin! Randy and Becky were amazing hosts, always asking if there was anything else we needed or what they can do to make it more enjoyable. We wanted a place with beautiful views and a cozy atmosphere to enjoy time with friends and family and this property was exactly that. The property even exceeded our expectations. Would definitely recommend this location. The goats were a hit!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Jan 7, 2024

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

Exceptional stay at Bear Ridge Lodge

Our family had a great time staying at Randy and Becky’s lodge. They were great and responsive to anything we needed. They allowed our kids to feed the goats, ducks, chickens, and rabbits. Our kids, especially my older son, learned a lot when we stayed at the lodge on New Years Day. I wanted to respond to another review regarding the road to the lodge, it was one lane (gravel, dirt, paved), but there were not many homes on the road and we never met another vehicle coming or going from the property. The view of the lake and falls from the lodge were absolutely beautiful. Love staying here and hated that we had to leave. We hope to stay here again and would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Dec 29, 2023

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

Great time

Had a great time staying with family at Bear Ridge Lodge over the Christmas holiday. Provided the perfect getaway and back drop for our trip. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Dec 7, 2023

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

Wonderful birthday weekend

The property was beautiful and well-maintained. The drive in was a bit harrowing: a single lane, some gravel, some mud, some paved. Randy was very responsive to questions.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

Nov 15, 2023

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

Simply amazing

We loved everything about this place. It was great in every way. The views are phenomenal. We loved Becky and Randy. They helped us with any and all that we needed. I would definitely suggest the lodge to anyone who asked!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Randy & Becky Harris

Hello! This is Randy Harris, born in Mobile Alabama. I met my childhood sweetheart Rebecca Alisch when I was in the 11th grade. We married on my birthday in 1973 and also the same day when Becky graduated from Auburn University. We have been married for 47 wonderful years and blessed with 4 terrific children and now 6 fantastic grand. It has been said, “If you count a man’s value in life by his family, then I am a billionaire!”

I am living in the closest place to Heaven on Earth that I can imagine. We have 25 acres of mountain land located in North GA with a 3 acre lake looking up at a 700+ waterfall. We are surrounded by National Forest and have a beautiful log home. I also built a 1500 square foot barn with all the “man” toys that a guy could want.

My philosophy in life has always been, “To treat the other person like you wanted to be treated.” To always tell the truth and there is right and wrong, good and evil and a Good Lord above us that one day we will answer to!'

We have Chickens, Indian Runner Ducks, Nigerian Dwarf Goats and Quail.

Becky and I live above the garages and have a private entrance. We are on site to be there if you need us. It's kind of like having a Connoisseur at the front desk at a resort.

Why they chose this property

We have one of the most magnificent views of the mountains and Amicalola Falls. We are located only two miles from the base. This is one of the most beautiful tranquil places on earth. You instantly feel the magic when you arrive. With the abundance of wildlife to watch and the magnificent view of Amicalola Falls it's just a great place to relax and enjoy life. They have an exciting Zip Line course at the top of the mountain.

We provide a 'Pirate Treasure Hunt' for the kids that is fabulous. They walk all over the 25 acres solving clues to where the treasure is buried. They love it!

The kids can catch fish as fast as they can bait the hook.
Catch and Release Only. Pedal boat and canoe are available for your enjoyment.
We have 200+, 5 star reviews Come see why!

What makes this property unique

The view of Amicalola Falls from the house coupled with the Fall Leaves is spectacular! The Appalachian Trail starts just 2 miles from our home!

We provide a 'Pirate Treasure Hunt' for the kids that is fabulous. They walk all over the 25 acres solving clues to where the treasure is buried. They love it!

There is a 7 person Hot Tub conveniently located on the deck outside the Master Bedroom for your enjoyment.

The kids can catch fish as fast as they can bait the hook.
Catch and Release Only.

Bear Ridge Lodge is the perfect location for small Weddings(20 or less), Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats and Great Getaways!

There are Apple Orchards, Wineries, a Meadery, Gold mines, tubing, white water rafting, go carts, zip lines and many more exciting activities in the area!
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